The Grange University Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Also known as: Grange Hospital, Ysbyty Prifysgol y Faenor
Last updated — · sourced from NHS Wales (via aeinfo.nhs.wales)
Typical Time in Department (AE)
No live feed — typical wait
244
minutes · ~ 4 hr 4 min
42.9% seen within 4 hours
Estimate from StatsWales official statistics (June 2026) — not live
About The Grange University Hospital
The Grange University Hospital is a specialist and critical care centre in Llanfrechfa, Cwmbran, which opened in November 2020. It is the newest major hospital in Wales and is managed by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. The hospital replaced the Royal Gwent Hospital as the main emergency department for the region, serving over 600,000 people across Gwent. The state-of-the-art facility cost approximately £350 million and features modern emergency care facilities, critical care units, and specialist services. It is designed to handle the most serious emergencies in the region.
Hospital details
- City
- Llanfrechfa, NP44 8YN
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- NHS Wales (via aeinfo.nhs.wales)
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Departments & Services
The Grange University Hospital in context
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Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About The Grange University Hospital
How long is the queue at The Grange University Hospital right now?
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What are The Grange University Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at The Grange University 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 Llanfrechfa be faster?
A&E at The Grange University 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 The Grange University Hospital?
The Grange University Hospital is in Llanfrechfa, postcode NP44 8YN. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is The Grange University 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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