- Address
- Swindon, SN3 6BB
- Run by
- Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Major/district general hospital
- Region
- South West, England
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Waiting times at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
58% waiting under 18 weeks. 42,820 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) | 19 weeks | 48% | 5,880 | 14 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 14 weeks | 61% | 4,716 | 13 weeks |
| Gynaecology | 15 weeks | 55% | 3,684 | 14 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 12 weeks | 63% | 3,648 | 10 weeks longer |
| Gastroenterology | 15 weeks | 56% | 3,509 | 11 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 14 weeks | 58% | 3,478 | 15 weeks |
| Oral surgery | 21 weeks | 43% | 2,987 | 16 weeks longer |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 14 weeks | 61% | 2,935 | 10 weeks longer |
| Urology | 14 weeks | 58% | 2,798 | 12 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 11 weeks | 69% | 1,094 | 12 weeks |
| Respiratory medicine | 15 weeks | 57% | 790 | 10 weeks longer |
| Neurology | 7 weeks | 88% | 619 | 13 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 5 weeks | 90% | 391 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Plastic surgery | 4 weeks | 87% | 157 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 9 weeks | 84% | 153 | 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 Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
A&E waiting times
Across Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's major A&E departments, August 2026 (7,255 attendances).
The NHS standard is 95% within 4 hours.
Share of patients who spent less than 4 hours in A&E from arrival to admission, transfer or discharge. Source: NHS England, A&E attendances and emergency admissions. In an emergency, call 999.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridgeway Hospital | Circle Health Group Limited | Good | 4.8 miles |
| Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 19 miles |
| Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 27 miles |
| Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 28 miles |
| Winfield Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Requires improvement | 30 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 → |
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
| Gallbladder removal | £6,500–£10,500 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Cheltenham General Hospital, Cheltenham (26 miles)
- John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford (27 miles)
- Royal United Hospital, Bath (29 miles)
- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucester (30 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Great Western Hospital?
At Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Great Western Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 58% had waited under 18 weeks. Orthopaedics (bones and joints) had the most people waiting (5,880). These figures cover the whole of Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
How long is the A&E wait at Great Western Hospital?
In August 2026, 49% of patients at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's major A&E departments spent less than 4 hours in A&E, against an NHS standard of 95%. If it's not an emergency, NHS 111 can tell you where to go. See A&E waiting times →
Can I choose to be treated at Great Western 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 Great Western Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is The Ridgeway Hospital, about 5 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.