Royal Blackburn Hospital

About

Royal Blackburn Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in Blackburn, Lancashire, offering a comprehensive range of services to the local community. With a dedicated team of highly skilled professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, the hospital is committed to delivering exceptional care and treatment to its patients. Whether you require emergency care, planned surgery, or ongoing medical management, Royal Blackburn Hospital provides a welcoming and supportive environment. Their team of specialists works collaboratively to ensure that each patient receives personalised attention and the most appropriate treatment plan for their individual needs. The hospital boasts a wide range of specialties, including: Cardiology General Surgery Emergency Medicine Oncology Paediatrics Radiology Gynaecology Ophthalmology Orthopaedics Urology This diverse range of expertise allows Royal Blackburn Hospital to cater to a broad spectrum of healthcare needs, ensuring that patients have access to the necessary care close to home.

Legal name

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Governance

Board of directors · CEO appointed annually

Employees

3,500

• Trauma centre — Level II
• Stroke: Thrombectomy-capable
• Door-to-balloon: 61 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
• Door-to-needle (stroke): 25 min

Subspecialty centres

Transplant programmes

• Cornea

All departments

• Internal Medicine
• Surgery
• Emergency

Quality metrics

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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

• Top hospital — Blackburn

  EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services