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Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

East Midlands · NG17 4JL

www.sherwoodforesthospitals.nhs.uk

Wait Score

F

CQC Rating

Not rated

About Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS trust in the East Midlands region, based in NG17 4JL. As of the latest data, there are 31,485 patients on the waiting list. 59.7% of patients are seen within the 18-week NHS target.

32.3pp gap
vs 92% NHS target
#346
of 416 trusts
→ Stable
-0.7pp (3 months)
Ophthalmology
Longest wait (3,837 patients)

Waiting Times Overview

Median Wait

14.5 weeks

Within 18 Weeks

59.7%

Total Waiting

31,485

Over 52 Weeks

291

12-Month Trend (Median Wait)

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Waiting Times by Specialty

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A&E Performance

4-Hour Target

62.0%

Attendances

10,460

Over 12 Hours

365

A&E Trend (% within 4 hours)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long are waiting times at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

As of January 2026, 59.7% of patients at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are seen within the NHS 18-week target. There are currently 31,485 patients on the waiting list.

What is the CQC rating for Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has not yet been individually rated by the CQC in our dataset.

Does Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have an A&E department?

Yes. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust A&E sees approximately 10,460 patients per month, with 62.0% seen within 4 hours.

How does Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals?

The national average is 61.4% of patients seen within 18 weeks. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust performs below average at 59.7%.

Data sourced from NHS England (Referral to Treatment waiting times, A&E statistics) and Care Quality Commission (CQC ratings). Last updated: 2026-03-14.

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