Causeway Hospital Coleraine A&E Wait Times - Northern Ireland (NI)Emergency Department Live Updates (NI)
Northern Health and Social Care Trust
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About Causeway Hospital Coleraine, Northern Ireland (NI)
Northern Trust Acute Hospital - Serving North Coast NI
Founded in 2002: Causeway Hospital is a general acute hospital providing comprehensive medical and surgical services to Coleraine, the north coast, and County Londonderry areas of Northern Ireland.
Causeway Hospital is a general acute hospital based in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, located just outside Coleraine in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland (NI). Founded in 2002, the hospital provides a comprehensive range of general and specialist services, including a 24/7 Emergency Department (A&E), advanced diagnostic capabilities, inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and day-case procedures. Causeway Hospital serves patients across Coleraine, the north coast, and surrounding areas in Northern Ireland (NI) with dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing high-quality acute care to the local community.
Current Service Pressure Notice
The hospital is currently experiencing significant demand on emergency services. Patients with non-urgent medical concerns may face extended waiting periods and are encouraged to consider alternative healthcare options such as Minor Injury Units or their local GP where appropriate.
Important: Anyone requiring emergency medical attention should not delay seeking care. The Emergency Department remains available 24/7 for all genuine emergencies.
Visitor Notice: If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please reconsider visiting the hospital unless absolutely necessary. If your visit cannot be postponed, please wear a face covering to help protect vulnerable patients.
Emergency Department (A&E)
This facility is an Emergency Department (A&E), providing care for serious and life-threatening conditions. The department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For less serious conditions, please consider contacting your GP or using alternative healthcare services.
Contact Information
Address
4 Newbridge Road, Coleraine, BT52 1HS
Phone
028 7032 7032Website
Visit Hospital WebsiteOpening Hours
Emergency Department open 24 hours, 7 days per week
NHS Trust
Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Transport Information
Parking
Car parking is available on site at Causeway Hospital. Multiple parking areas are available for patients and visitors, though they can be busy during peak times. Patients are advised to allow extra time for parking.
Public Transport
Bus routes serve Causeway Hospital from Coleraine town centre and surrounding areas. The hospital is located on Newbridge Road (A26) just outside Coleraine and is easily accessible by public transport.
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Important Information
Wait times are estimates and may change based on patient needs and emergency situations. Patients are seen based on clinical priority, not arrival time. The most seriously ill and injured patients will always be seen first and as quickly as possible, regardless of wait times.
For emergencies such as:
- Loss of consciousness
- Acute confused state
- Chest pain
- Breathing difficulties
- Severe bleeding that cannot be stopped
- Severe allergic reactions
- Stroke symptoms
- Major trauma or serious injury
Go to A&E or call 999 immediately.
More information on when to go to A&EFrequently Asked Questions
Serving Areas Near Causeway Hospital Coleraine, Northern Ireland (NI)
Causeway Hospital provides emergency and healthcare services to patients from across Coleraine, the north coast, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland (NI) and surrounding areas, including:
Our real-time A&E wait time tracker helps patients from these Northern Ireland (NI) areas make informed decisions about when to visit the Emergency Department at Causeway Hospital Coleraine.
Information on this page is correct as of December 2025