Royal Hampshire County Hospital
📍 Winchester
University teaching hospital · founded 1862 · public
About
Royal Hampshire County Hospital (RHCH) is a leading healthcare provider in Winchester, United Kingdom, dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the community. With a team of highly skilled and experienced medical professionals, RHCH offers a comprehensive range of services across various specialties, ensuring patients receive the best possible treatment and support. The hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities and advanced medical technology, allowing for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and optimal patient outcomes. RHCH prioritises patient comfort and well-being, providing a welcoming and supportive environment throughout their healthcare journey. Whether you require emergency care, specialist consultations, or ongoing treatment, RHCH is committed to meeting your individual needs with compassion and expertise. The hospital's dedicated staff is always available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and guide you through every step of your healthcare experience.
- Legal name
- Royal Hampshire County Hospital
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 4,000
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level I
- Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 67 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 31 min
Subspecialty centres
Transplant programmes
- Cornea
All departments
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency
Quality metrics
| Metric | Value | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Risk-adjusted 30d mortality | 4.1% | EU avg 3.0% |
| HAI rate per 1000 patient-days | 3.6 | EU avg 1.8 |
| 30d readmission rate | 24% | EU avg 14% |
| Patient satisfaction (HCAHPS-like) | -10% | EU avg 76% |
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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
Awards & rankings
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Top hospital — Winchester
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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