South West Acute Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Last updated just now · sourced from HSC Northern Ireland
Typical Time in Department (AE)
minutes · ~ 3 hr 26 min
-10 min vs previous reading
Hospital details
- City
- Enniskillen
- Opening Hours
- Open 24 hours every day
- NHS Trust
- HSC Northern Ireland
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
South West Acute Hospital A&E Wait Times — Last 24 Hours
| Time | Typical Time in Dept | Change | Patients | Total in Dept |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| just now09:35 | 3 hr 26 min | -10 min(-5%) | — | — |
| 19 min ago09:16 | 3 hr 36 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
| 58 min ago08:37 | 3 hr 36 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
| 1h ago08:17 | 3 hr 36 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
| 1h ago07:36 | 3 hr 36 min | +21 min(+11%) | — | — |
| 2h ago07:13 | 3 hr 15 min | -21 min(-10%) | — | — |
| 2h ago06:48 | 3 hr 36 min | +10 min(+5%) | — | — |
| 3h ago06:25 | 3 hr 26 min | -10 min(-5%) | — | — |
| 3h ago05:36 | 3 hr 36 min | +10 min(+5%) | — | — |
| 4h ago05:12 | 3 hr 26 min | 0 min(0%) | — | — |
| 4h ago04:36 | 3 hr 26 min | -11 min(-5%) | — | — |
| 5h ago04:14 | 3 hr 37 min | +11 min(+5%) | — | — |
South West Acute Hospital in context
The latest reading puts South West Acute Hospital at roughly 3 hr 26 min. Across Northern Ireland the typical figure is around 1 hr 44 min. That puts this department noticeably above the area norm — the nearby-alternatives panel may show a shorter queue.
Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About South West Acute Hospital
How long is the queue at South West Acute Hospital right now?
The most recent figure shows roughly 3 hr 26 min (206 minutes) at South West Acute Hospital's A&E. This is pulled from the trust's public dashboard and refreshes regularly, but the actual time you wait will depend on how urgently you need treatment and how busy the department is when you arrive.
What are South West Acute Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at South West Acute Hospital runs around the clock — 24 hours, seven days a week, bank holidays included. No appointment is needed; patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of clinical urgency, not arrival time.
Do I actually need A&E, or could a UTC near Enniskillen be faster?
A&E at South West Acute Hospital is the right place for anything that could be life-threatening — chest pain, stroke symptoms, uncontrolled bleeding, serious breathing problems or major injuries. For less severe issues (sprains, small cuts, minor fractures, bites, burns), a nearby Urgent Treatment Centre will almost always see you sooner. If you are unsure, ring 111 — they can point you to the best service and sometimes book you a timed slot.
How do I get to South West Acute Hospital?
South West Acute Hospital is in Enniskillen. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is South West Acute Hospital A&E typically quietest?
Nationally, emergency departments see the fewest arrivals between about 6 am and 9 am. Demand tends to peak on Monday mornings, weekday evenings after 6 pm, and on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving during a quieter window — if your condition allows it — can noticeably cut the time you spend waiting.
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Page content is periodically verified against official sources. All queue data comes from NHS Trust dashboards and government statistical releases.