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 2.1 weeks shorter than in April 2025.
Formerly known as
This trust was formed from or previously known as:
Warrington Hospital NHS TrustHalton General Hospital NHS Trust
Hospital sites at North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust
North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust operates the following NHS hospital sites. Waiting list figures on this page cover the trust as a whole.
Altrincham General Hospital Halton Hospital Captain Sir Tom Moore Building Halton Hospital Nightingale Building Highfield Hospital Newton Community Hospital St Helen's & Knowsley Hospitals Trust St Helen's Hospital St Mary's Hospital Stretford Memorial Hospital Walton Hospital Warrington Hospital Whiston Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the NHS waiting list at North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust?
North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 33,645 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 North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target?
About 6 in 10 patients at North Cheshire And Mersey 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 North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust?
North Cheshire And Mersey NHS Foundation Trust can be contacted via their main switchboard on 01925 635911. 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.