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The Ridgeway Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

📍 Swindon

University teaching hospital · founded 1870 · public

★ 4.88 · 499 reviews

About

Welcome to Ridgeway Hospital – Your Local Healthcare Partner At Ridgeway Hospital, we’ve been caring for our community for over 40 years. Since opening our doors in 1984, we’ve built a trusted reputation for providing fast, expert care — from everyday treatments to more complex procedures.Rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) In our most recent CQC inspection (June 2022), we were rated ‘Good’ for providing effective, well-led care. The inspectors praised our caring and compassionate team, who always put patients and their families first — keeping you informed and supported every step of the way.Part of Circle Health Group Ridgeway Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, the UK’s largest network of private hospitals with over 54 locations nationwide. Being part of this award-winning group means access to even more outstanding care, right here on your doorstep.Expert Care, Close to Home At Ridgeway Hospital, we offer a wide range of services — from routine health checks to complex surgeries — delivered by experienced consultants and supported by caring, professional nurses. A senior doctor is available 24/7, so you can feel safe and well looked after at any time of day or night.Our facilities include: • 53 beds, with 31 private en-suite rooms for overnight stays • 3 operating theatres, including a state-of-the-art Stryker Nav Suite for advanced image-guided surgery • 2 bespoke treatment rooms for minor procedures.  • Comfortable, modern spaces designed with your well-being in mindModern Facilities for a Better Experience We've made big improvements recently to make your care even more comfortable and convenient: • Refurbished Endoscopy Suite with private en-suite recovery rooms • More outpatient appointment spaces, including 3 brand new treatment rooms • A bigger Oncology Unit for cancer care • Upgraded Physiotherapy Gym with the latest equipment • Two easy-access entrances: Moormead (front) and Atrium (rear)Cutting-Edge Technology for the Best Results We’re proud to offer the latest medical technology, including Mazor™ Robotics for spinal surgery. This advanced system helps make surgery more precise, reduces recovery time, and improves patient outcomes. In addition to this, we have recently introduced the ROSA® robotic system at the Ridgeway Hopsital - A robotic surgical assistant that supports consultants in performing total knee replacement surgery with enhanced precison. Our Imaging Suite offers a full range of diagnostic services: • MRI scans (1.5T) • CT scans • Same-day X-rays • Ultrasound scans We aim to offer MRI appointments within 10 days, with prices starting from £460. With private healthcare, you can avoid NHS waiting times and get the answers you need quickly.Supporting Your Recovery Our Physiotherapy team offers personalised support to help you recover, improve mobility, and feel your best. We have a modern gym and multiple treatment rooms — no GP referral needed, and you can book appointments online at a time that works for you.Fast, Comfortable Treatment with Same-Day Care Our Ambulatory Day Care Suite, opened in 2022, allows many procedures to be done safely in a single day. Most patients return home within four hours, after personalised care in a calm, welcoming environment. At Ridgeway Hospital, we are here to make your healthcare journey as smooth and reassuring as possible — from your first appointment to your full recovery.

Legal name
The Ridgeway Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)
Governance
Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
Employees
4,000

Capacity

Total beds 500
ICU 40
NICU 10
PICU 7
OR theatres 16
Delivery rooms 5
ED bays 20
Cath labs 1

Annual volume

Admissions / yr 46,076
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

Emergency capabilities

  • Trauma centre — Level II
  • Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Centre
  • Chest-pain centre certified
  • Door-to-balloon: 52 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
  • Door-to-needle (stroke): 35 min

Subspecialty centres

🎗 Cancer centre: Comprehensive Cancer Centre

Transplant programmes

  • Cornea

Robotic + advanced surgery

  • da Vinci Xi

All departments

  • Internal Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Emergency

Quality metrics

MetricValueBenchmark
Risk-adjusted 30d mortality 2.15% EU avg 3.0%
HAI rate per 1000 patient-days 1.65 EU avg 1.8
30d readmission rate 14% EU avg 14%
Patient satisfaction (HCAHPS-like) 88% EU avg 76%

Accreditations & certifications

  • 🏅 ISO 9001:2015 · 2024
  • 🏅 JCI International · 2023
  • 🏅 HIMSS EMRAM Stage 6 · 2024 · level 6

Research & teaching

  • 23 Residency programs
  • 11 Fellowships
  • 2000 Active trials
  • 1,000 Publications / yr
  • €50M Research funding

University: Local university medical school

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Patient experience

Room categories
ward · semi-private · private
Meals
standard · halal · kosher · vegan · gluten-free · pediatric
Chaplaincy
Christian · Muslim · Jewish
Private bathroom
private + suite rooms
Wi-Fi
Free in all rooms

International patients

Office
International Patient Services
Languages
EN · DE · AR · RU
Partner hotels
Local 4-star partner

Awards & rankings

  • Top hospital — Swindon

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

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