Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust currently has 14,603 patients waiting for treatment, with a typical wait of around 10 weeks from GP referral. About 7 in 10 patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS target is 9 in 10), and 75 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust North East and Yorkshire Updated February 2026

Across all departments, most patients wait about 10 weeks

That's roughly just over 2 months: 7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
10.1weeks
â–¼ -0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
â–² +2.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
15k
â–² +516
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
75
â–¼ -140
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Airedale General Hospital, Skipton Road, Steeton, Keighley, BD20 6TD
Phone 01535 652511
Integrated Care Board NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
Established 1992

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

Airedale Dmu

Waiting time trend

Median wait across all departments at this hospital, month by month.

â–¼ -0.3 wks

Department waiting times

Cardiology

10 weeks
76% within 18 weeks

Dermatology

3 weeks
100% within 18 weeks

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

11 weeks
69% within 18 weeks

Geriatric Medicine

9 weeks
83% within 18 weeks

Gastroenterology

11 weeks
70% within 18 weeks

General Surgery

10 weeks
73% within 18 weeks

Gynaecology

14 weeks
59% within 18 weeks

Neurology

9 weeks
77% within 18 weeks

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

8 weeks
83% within 18 weeks

Oral & Dental Surgery

8 weeks
80% within 18 weeks

Paediatrics

9 weeks
75% within 18 weeks

Plastic Surgery

8 weeks
90% within 18 weeks

Respiratory Medicine

10 weeks
74% within 18 weeks

Rheumatology

10 weeks
74% within 18 weeks

Trauma & Orthopaedics

13 weeks
63% within 18 weeks

Urology

8 weeks
80% within 18 weeks

Hospital sites at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.

Airedale General Hospital Bingley Hospital Castleberg Hospital Coronation Hospital Grove Convalescent Hospital Skipton General Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust?

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 14,603 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 10 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.

Does Airedale NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 7 in 10 patients at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within the 18-week referral-to-treatment target. The NHS constitutional standard is 9 in 10 (92%).

How do I contact Airedale NHS Foundation Trust?

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01535 652511. Ask to be connected to the relevant department or clinic.

Can I choose to be referred to this hospital?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP before accepting a referral.

Source: NHS England RTT statistics. about our methodology