NHS Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Referral Waiting Times in Chorley

Euxton Hall Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an ENT specialist is

4 weeks

That's 1 month

Euxton Hall Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North West region. There are currently 33 people waiting to see an ENT specialist, with a typical wait of about 1 month. About 9 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks. That's the NHS target.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
4.4weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▲ +33.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
33
▲ +28
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
33
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
15 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
2 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait and % seen within 18 weeks for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see an ENT specialist is about 14 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 6th out of 156 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 3rd out of 28 in North West

What does Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Tonsil removal (tonsillectomy)
Grommets for glue ear
Hearing loss assessment
Sinus surgery
Nasal polyp removal
Sleep apnoea treatment
Deviated septum correction
Ear infections
Voice and swallowing problems

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Wigan Road, Chorley, PR7 6DY
NHS Lancashire And South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

Patient experiences

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting time at Euxton Hall Hospital?

The current average Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting time at Euxton Hall Hospital is about 4 weeks.

How does Euxton Hall Hospital compare to other hospitals for Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)?

You can compare Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

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.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.