Horton General Hospital hospital building

Horton General Hospital — Current A&E Queue

Open 24/7BanburyAE

Last updated — · sourced from Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Typical Time in Department (AE)

Live wait unavailable

National Average

159

minutes

Hospital details

City
Banbury
Opening Hours
Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
NHS Trust
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Type
Accident & Emergency (Type 1)

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Common Questions About Horton General Hospital

How long is the queue at Horton General Hospital right now?

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What are Horton General Hospital's opening hours?

The A&E at Horton General 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 Banbury be faster?

A&E at Horton General 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 Horton General Hospital?

Horton General Hospital is in Banbury. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.

When is Horton General 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.