Across all departments, most patients wait about
11 weeks
That's roughly nearly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 3.4 weeks shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Burnley Health Care NHS TrustBlackburn, Hyndburn And Ribble Valley Health Care NHS Trust
Hospital sites at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Accrington Victoria Hospital Blackburn Hospitals Burnley General Hospital Burnley Hospitals Clitheroe Community Hospital Longridge Community Hospital Pendle Community Hospital Royal Blackburn Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust?
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust currently has about 50,332 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 11 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS 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 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust?
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01282 425071. 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.