Keswick Community Hospital

Community hospital serving Keswick and the northern Lakes, operated by North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC). No A&E. The site includes an Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Usual UTC hours 8.30 am–6 pm daily, X-ray typically 9.30 am–12.30 pm, Mon–Fri. Check live info before you travel.

Operator

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC)

A&E / Urgent care

No Accident & Emergency department on site. Walk-in Urgent Treatment Centre 8.30 am–6 pm daily for minor injuries/illnesses. For serious or life-threatening emergencies, call 999 or go to A&E at Cumberland Infirmary (Carlisle) or West Cumberland Hospital (Whitehaven).

Visiting

General ward visiting usually 1 pm–8 pm, maximum 2 visitors at a time. Ward rules may vary; confirm on arrival.

Parking

Free car park in front of the main entrance, with Blue Badge bays near the doors.

Getting here

From the A66/A591, take the A5271 at Crosthwaite roundabout toward Keswick, the hospital is on the left. Regular Stagecoach buses serve Keswick, around 12 minutes’ walk from the town centre. Patient Transport Service for eligible patients is provided by NWAS.

Facilities for visitors

Drinking water points, baby-change, small play area in UTC, free Wi-Fi, inpatient meals, bedside TV/radio, Morris Hamilton Reading Room, aromatherapy (via Hospice at Home), and hairdresser by arrangement.

Accessibility and site policy

Smoke-free site. Step-free access to main entrances. Ask reception for accessible routes or assistance.

Also known as

Mary Hewetson Cottage Hospital.