Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Waiting Times

The NHS waiting list at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has 67,262 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 12 have been waiting over a year.

NHS Foundation Trust South West 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 are about 0.5 week shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now at this hospital

Feb 25→Feb 26
Typical wait
10.1weeks
â–¼ -0.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
7in 10
â–² +3 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
67k
â–¼ -2.8k
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
12
â–¼ -570
Been on the list for 12+ months

Hospital details

Address Cheltenham General Hospital, Sandford Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7AN
Phone 0300 422 2222
Integrated Care Board NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
Established 2002

Formerly known as

This trust was formed from or previously known as:

East Gloucestershire NHS TrustGloucestershire Royal NHS Trust

Waiting time trend

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

â–¼ -0.5 wks

Department waiting times

Hospital sites at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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

Berkeley Hospital Bronllys Hospital Builth Wells Cottage Hospital Cheltenham General Hospital Cirencester Hospital Delancey Hospital Dilke Memorial Hospital Fairford Hospital Gloucestershire Royal Hospital Great Western Hospital Hereford County Hospital Lydney & District Hospital Moore Cottage Hospital Moreton-in-marsh Hospital North Cotswold Hospital Ross Community Hospital Standish Hospital Stroud General Hospital Stroud Maternity Hospital Tetbury Hospital Tewkesbury Community Hospital Trust HQ Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Vale Hospital Winchcombe Hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS waiting list at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 67,262 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?

About 7 in 10 patients at Gloucestershire Hospitals 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 0300 422 2222. 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.