NHS Forth Valley Royal Hospital Live A&E Waiting Times
Also known as: Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Forth Valley Royal, FVRH, Larbert Hospital, Larbert A&E, Forth Valley A&E
Last updated sourced from NHS Forth Valley
Hospital details
Larbert, FK5 4WR
About Forth Valley Royal Hospital
Forth Valley Royal Hospital is a modern 860-bed acute hospital on Stirling Road in Larbert, opened in 2011 and operated by NHS Forth Valley. It is the only acute hospital and the only Emergency Department in the Forth Valley region, serving around 306,000 people across Falkirk, Stirling and Clackmannanshire. The 24/7 Emergency Department sits alongside 25 wards, 16 operating theatres, the new National Treatment Centre, maternity, paediatric emergency care, oncology, cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation, mental health and a full diagnostic imaging service. The hospital also hosts Scotland's first fully robotic pharmacy and the Scottish Centre for Simulation and Clinical Human Factors. Current Forth Valley Royal A&E waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from Public Health Scotland and NHS Forth Valley.
Emergency Department (A&E)
An Emergency Department (also called A&E) is the right place for serious or life-threatening conditions - chest pain, suspected stroke, heavy bleeding, severe breathing difficulty, major injury, or loss of consciousness. In Scotland, if it's not life-threatening please call NHS 24 on 111 first - they can advise you and direct you to the right care. In a true emergency, call 999.
Departments & Services
- Emergency Department (24/7, region's only A&E)
- Paediatric Emergency Department
- Acute Medicine
- Acute Surgery
- Critical Care
- Maternity Services
- Paediatrics
- Cardiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Oncology
- Stroke Services
Recent Wait Time Updates
| Date & Time | Wait Time | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 25 Apr01:46 | 300 mins | ±0.0% |
| Sat 25 Apr00:46 | 300 mins | +25% |
| Fri 24 Apr23:46 | 240 mins | ±0.0% |
| Fri 24 Apr22:46 | 240 mins | ±0.0% |
| Fri 24 Apr21:46 | 240 mins | +100% |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Forth Valley Royal Hospital
How Forth Valley Royal Hospital compares to nearby hospitals
Within Scotland, Forth Valley Royal Hospital is one of several urgent and emergency care sites and sits inside the wider NHS Scotland performance framework. National waiting-time data is published by Public Health Scotland against the Scottish Government's standard that 95% of A&E attendances should be admitted, transferred or discharged within four hours; live snapshots on this page are sourced separately from the trust's own published feeds, so the figures here can be more current than the headline national release.
For Larbert residents, the practical question is rarely "is Forth Valley Royal Hospital fast?" but "compared to what?" Wait times at any single site can swing materially within a day, depending on staffing, ambulance arrivals and how full the wider hospital is. The nearest-alternatives section above lists the closest comparable sites, each with their own current wait — that side-by-side comparison is more useful than any single-site average.
For non-life-threatening issues, residents in Larbert and surrounding Scotland may also have access to a Minor Injuries Unit or Urgent Treatment Centre with shorter waits for less serious conditions. NHS 24 (dial 111) can confirm the appropriate service for your specific need before you travel.
Forth Valley Royal Hospital A&E — frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about waiting times and visiting this A&E.
What is the average A&E waiting time at Forth Valley Royal Hospital?
As of the latest update, the current A&E wait at Forth Valley Royal Hospital is 390 minutes (about 6 hr 30 min). This figure is labelled "Live" — see the freshness badge next to the wait number for the exact source and timestamp. Wait times fluctuate throughout the day, so this may not be the exact time you wait.
What time is Forth Valley Royal Hospital A&E least busy?
Across most UK A&E departments, the quietest period is typically between 4am and 7am, with a secondary lull around mid-morning on weekdays. Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as Monday mornings, generally see the longest waits. Check the Wait History above to see the recent trends for Forth Valley Royal Hospital.
Is there a way to check A&E wait times for Forth Valley Royal Hospital?
Yes, you can check the live A&E waiting times for Forth Valley Royal Hospital right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by NHS Forth Valley.
How long can Forth Valley Royal Hospital A&E make you wait?
NHS Scotland sets a target to admit, transfer, or discharge 95% of patients within 4 hours of arrival at A&E. However, wait times can be longer depending on the severity of your condition and how busy the department is. Patients with life-threatening emergencies are always prioritised.
How often are wait times updated at Forth Valley Royal Hospital?
The wait times for Forth Valley Royal Hospital are updated based on the data feed from NHS Forth Valley. The exact time of the last update is shown at the top of this page.
What does 'Current Longest Wait Time' mean at Forth Valley Royal Hospital?
The 'Current Longest Wait Time' typically refers to the longest time any non-admitted patient has been waiting to be seen by a doctor or nurse practitioner after arriving at the A&E department. It gives an indication of the maximum wait you might experience for non-life-threatening conditions.
Is Forth Valley Royal Hospital A&E open 24 hours?
Yes. The A&E department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. If you have a life-threatening emergency, go directly to A&E or call 999. For non-urgent medical concerns out of hours, please call NHS 24 on 111.
How do I get to Forth Valley Royal Hospital?
Forth Valley Royal Hospital is located at Stirling Road, Larbert, FK5 4WR. The A&E entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 1324 566000.