Across all departments, most patients wait about
12 weeks
That's roughly nearly 3 months:
6 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 0.5 week shorter than in June 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Central Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS TrustMansfield Acute Unit
Hospital sites at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Ashfield Community Hospital King's Mill Hospital Mansfield Community Hospital Newark Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 32,750 patients on its NHS waiting list. The typical wait across all departments is around 12 weeks from GP referral, though this varies significantly by specialty.
Does Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01623 622515. 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.