Across all departments, most patients wait about
11 weeks
That's roughly 2½ months:
7 in 10 people are seen within 18 weeks.
Waits at this hospital are about 0.5 week shorter than in February 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Westmorland Hospital NHS TrustLancaster Acute Hospitals NHS TrustFurness Hospitals NHS Trust
Hospital sites at University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Furness General Hospital Millom Hospital Queen Victoria Hospital West Cumberland Hospital Westmorland General Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust?
University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 34,786 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 University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 7 in 10 patients at University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay 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 University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust?
University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01539 732288. 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.