- Address
- Farnham, GU9 9QL
- Run by
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- South East, England
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Waiting times at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
61% waiting under 18 weeks. 65,983 people on the list.
65% under 18 weeks. The NHS constitution standard is 92% within 18 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | People waiting | England average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 16 weeks | 54% | 11,959 | 14 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 12 weeks | 65% | 5,089 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Urology | 12 weeks | 62% | 4,431 | 12 weeks |
| Dermatology | 12 weeks | 70% | 4,155 | 10 weeks longer |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 10 weeks | 72% | 4,148 | 10 weeks |
| Gynaecology | 8 weeks | 73% | 3,908 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Neurology | 23 weeks | 41% | 3,722 | 13 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 10 weeks | 71% | 3,003 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 22 weeks | 41% | 2,772 | 16 weeks longer |
| Plastic surgery | 20 weeks | 46% | 2,579 | 14 weeks longer |
| Gastroenterology | 8 weeks | 73% | 1,844 | 11 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 6 weeks | 89% | 1,649 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 5 weeks | 93% | 513 | 10 weeks shorter |
| General surgery | 6 weeks | 77% | 431 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 9 weeks | 77% | 70 | 7 weeks longer |
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far, from referral, for consultant-led treatment. Figures cover the whole of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spire Clare Park Hospital | Spire Healthcare Limited | Good | 1.6 miles |
| Nuffield Health Guildford Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 8.9 miles |
| Nuffield Health Woking Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 12 miles |
| Circle Reading Hospital | Circle Health Group | Good | 16 miles |
| Berkshire Independent Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 18 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee arthroscopy | £3,500–£6,500 | Price guide → |
| Carpal tunnel release | £1,800–£3,300 per hand | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Frimley Park Hospital, Frimley (7 miles)
- Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford (9 miles)
- Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Basingstoke (13 miles)
- St Peter's Hospital, Chertsey (17 miles)
- Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading (18 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Farnham Hospital?
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Farnham Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 13 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 61% had waited under 18 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (11,959). These figures cover the whole of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Farnham Hospital?
In England you usually have a legal right to choose which hospital you're referred to for your first outpatient appointment with a consultant, if you need non-urgent treatment. Ask your GP to refer you, or use the NHS App to compare options.
Where is the nearest private hospital to Farnham Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Spire Clare Park Hospital, about 2 miles away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from England's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.