South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen A&E Wait Times - Northern Ireland (NI)Emergency Department Live Updates (NI)
Western Health and Social Care Trust
Current Wait Times
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About South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen, Northern Ireland (NI)
South West Acute Hospital is a modern acute hospital that opened its doors to patients in June 2012, located in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland (NI). The hospital replaced the Erne Hospital and serves as a key healthcare facility for the Western Health and Social Care Trust. With 210 inpatient beds and 22 day case beds, South West Acute Hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute services, including a 24/7 Emergency Department (A&E), critical care, maternity services, neonatal care, paediatrics, stroke services, renal services, surgical services, and extensive diagnostic facilities. The modern facility also includes an education centre, lecture theatre, and staff accommodation. Serving patients across Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, and the South West region of Northern Ireland (NI), the hospital provides dedicated healthcare with state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive acute care services.
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 Urgent Care Centres 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
124 Irvinestown Road, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 6DN
Phone
028 6638 2000Website
Visit Hospital WebsiteOpening Hours
Emergency Department open 24 hours, 7 days per week
NHS Trust
Western Health and Social Care Trust
Capacity
210 inpatient beds, 22 day case beds
Opened June 2012
Transport Information
Parking
Car parking is available at South West Acute Hospital with on-site parking facilities. The modern hospital has dedicated parking areas 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 South West Acute Hospital from Enniskillen town centre and surrounding areas in County Fermanagh. The hospital is located on Irvinestown Road and is accessible by public transport. Use the Translink Journey Planner (www.translink.co.uk) to plan your route.
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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 South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen, Northern Ireland (NI)
South West Acute Hospital provides emergency and healthcare services to patients from across Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, 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 South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen.
Information on this page is correct as of December 2025