Royal Preston Hospital
Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood, Preston, Preston PR2 9HT
Overview
Royal Preston Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital located in Preston, serving Preston and a wide area across Lancashire. The hospital provides comprehensive secondary care services including emergency medicine, acute medical and surgical care, maternity, and paediatrics. Royal Preston operates a 24/7 accident and emergency department and serves a population of approximately 350,000 across Preston and surrounding communities.
The hospital offers specialist services in general medicine, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, and orthopaedics, with extensive outpatient clinics and diagnostic facilities. Royal Preston is part of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and maintains strong links with universities for teaching and research. The hospital serves as a major tertiary centre for some specialist services and provides comprehensive acute care to residents. The facility has invested in modern clinical equipment and infrastructure, supporting both emergency response and planned surgical and medical procedures.
Department & Service Contacts
Main Switchboard: 01772 716565
Outpatients | Tel: 01772 524555 | Email: outpatient@lthtr.nhs.uk
PALS | Tel: 01772 522972 | Email: PALS@lthtr.nhs.uk
Recruitment | Tel: 01772 521900 | Email: recruit@lthtr.nhs.uk
Communications | Email: communication@lthtr.nhs.uk
Work Experience | Email: workexperience@lthtr.nhs.uk
Apprenticeships | Email: apprenticeships@lthtr.nhs.uk
Chorley and South Ribble Hospital | Tel: 01257 261222
Finney House | Tel: 01772 528006
Specialist Mobility Rehabilitation Centre | Tel: 01772 716565
CQC Inspection Rating
Rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England.