- Address
- Newark-on-Trent, NG24 4DE
- Run by
- Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- East Midlands, England
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Waiting times at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
64% waiting under 18 weeks. 33,453 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General surgery | 15 weeks | 56% | 4,385 | 13 weeks longer |
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 12 weeks | 65% | 3,356 | 15 weeks shorter |
| Gynaecology | 13 weeks | 62% | 3,349 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 14 weeks | 60% | 3,288 | 10 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 14 weeks | 60% | 3,232 | 14 weeks |
| Gastroenterology | 11 weeks | 67% | 2,909 | 11 weeks |
| Urology | 10 weeks | 72% | 2,034 | 12 weeks shorter |
| Cardiology | 14 weeks | 62% | 2,029 | 12 weeks longer |
| Dermatology | 8 weeks | 74% | 2,019 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 8 weeks | 90% | 1,620 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 19 weeks | 47% | 1,404 | 16 weeks longer |
| Rheumatology | 4 weeks | 100% | 170 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Plastic surgery | 6 weeks | 70% | 151 | 14 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 4 weeks | 100% | 107 | 7 weeks shorter |
"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 Sherwood Forest Hospitals 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Woodthorpe Hospital | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 15 miles |
| The Park Hospital | Circle Health Group | Requires improvement | 15 miles |
| Spire Nottingham Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Outstanding | 15 miles |
| Transform Hospital Group Nottingham | Transform Hospital Group Ltd | — | 17 miles |
| Practice Plus Group Hospital, Barlborough | Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited | Good | 26 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
| Gallbladder removal | £6,500–£10,500 | Price guide → |
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- Grantham and District Hospital, Grantham (13 miles)
- Nottingham City Hospital, Nottingham (15 miles)
- Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham (17 miles)
- Lincoln County Hospital, Lincoln (18 miles)
- King's Mill Hospital, Sutton-in-Ashfield (19 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Newark Hospital?
At Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Newark Hospital, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 12 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 64% had waited under 18 weeks. General surgery had the most people waiting (4,385). These figures cover the whole of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Newark 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 Newark Hospital?
The nearest private hospital we list is Nottingham Woodthorpe Hospital, about 15 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.