NHS Nevill Hall Hospital Live MIU Waiting Times
Also known as: Nevill Hall Hospital, Ysbyty Nevill Hall, Abergavenny Hospital, Abergavenny MIU, Nevill Hall MIU
Last updated sourced from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Currently Closed
This Minor Injury Unit is currently closed. Please check back during opening hours (7am to 1am).
Every day, 7am to 1am
Hospital details
Abergavenny, NP7 7EG
About Nevill Hall Hospital MIU
Nevill Hall Hospital is on Brecon Road in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, operated by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board as an Enhanced Local General Hospital. There is no A&E here — the original Emergency Department closed in November 2020 when consultant-led emergency care was centralised at the Grange University Hospital in Cwmbran. The on-site Minor Injuries Unit is staffed by Emergency Nurse Practitioners and is open 18 hours a day, every day including bank holidays, from 7am to 1am. It treats adults and children aged 1 and over with broken bones (limbs), sprains, wounds, small burns and bites, minor eye and head injuries (no loss of consciousness or vomiting), plus suturing, plastering, tetanus vaccinations and on-site X-ray. Injuries must be less than four weeks old; the unit does NOT treat abdominal injuries, chest pain, mental health crises or overdoses, and patients needing A&E care are diverted or transferred to the Grange. "Think 111 First" before attending. Current Nevill Hall MIU waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from the NHS Wales feed and Aneurin Bevan UHB.
Minor Injuries Unit (MIU)
The Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at Nevill Hall Hospital in Abergavenny treats minor injuries such as sprains, suspected broken bones, minor head injuries, cuts and minor burns. The MIU does NOT treat life-threatening conditions. For chest pain, suspected stroke, severe bleeding, breathing difficulty, or loss of consciousness, call 999 or attend the Grange University Hospital A&E in Cwmbran.
Departments & Services
- Minor Injuries Unit (daily 7am-1am — 18 hrs, including bank holidays)
- Emergency Nurse Practitioner-led care
- On-site X-ray
- Suturing, Plastering and Tetanus Vaccinations
- Broken Bones (limbs), Sprains and Wounds
- Small Burns, Bites and Stings
- Minor Eye Injuries
- Minor Head Injuries (no loss of consciousness or vomiting)
- Day Surgery
- Outpatient Clinics
Recent Wait Time Updates
| Date & Time | Wait Time | Change |
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| Sat 25 Apr01:50 | 0 mins | — |
| Sat 25 Apr00:50 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr23:50 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr22:50 | 0 mins | — |
| Fri 24 Apr21:50 | 0 mins | — |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Nevill Hall Hospital MIU
How Nevill Hall Hospital MIU compares to nearby hospitals
Within Wales, Nevill Hall Hospital Minor Injuries Unit is one of several urgent and emergency care sites and sits inside the wider NHS Wales performance framework. National waiting-time data is published by StatsWales against the Welsh 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 Abergavenny residents, the practical question is rarely "is Nevill Hall Hospital MIU 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 Abergavenny and surrounding Wales may also have access to a Minor Injuries Unit or Urgent Treatment Centre with shorter waits for less serious conditions. NHS 111 Wales can confirm the appropriate service for your specific need before you travel.
Nevill Hall Hospital MIU A&E — frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about waiting times and visiting this A&E.
What is the average MIU waiting time at Nevill Hall Hospital MIU?
As of the latest update, the current MIU wait at Nevill Hall Hospital Minor Injuries Unit is currently unavailable. 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 Nevill Hall Hospital MIU least busy?
Across most UK Minor Injuries Units, 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 Nevill Hall Hospital MIU.
Is there a way to check MIU wait times for Nevill Hall Hospital MIU?
Yes, you can check the live MIU waiting times for Nevill Hall Hospital Minor Injuries Unit right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
How long can Nevill Hall Hospital MIU make you wait?
Minor Injuries Units like Nevill Hall Hospital MIU are designed for minor injuries and illnesses, not life-threatening emergencies. Most patients are seen within a few hours, but waits depend on how busy the unit is and the nature of your condition. If your condition is potentially serious, you should go to a full A&E department or call 999.
How often are wait times updated at Nevill Hall Hospital MIU?
The wait times for Nevill Hall Hospital Minor Injuries Unit are updated based on the data feed from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. The exact time of the last update is shown at the top of this page.
What does 'Current Longest Wait Time' mean at Nevill Hall Hospital MIU?
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 MIU department. It gives an indication of the maximum wait you might experience for non-life-threatening conditions.
What are the opening hours of Nevill Hall Hospital MIU?
Nevill Hall Hospital Minor Injuries Unit is a Minor Injuries Unit and is not open 24 hours a day. Current opening hours: 7am to 1am. For 24-hour emergency care, go to your nearest A&E department or, if your condition is life-threatening, call 999. For non-urgent medical concerns, please call NHS 111 first.
How do I get to Nevill Hall Hospital MIU?
Nevill Hall Hospital Minor Injuries Unit is located at Brecon Road, Abergavenny, NP7 7EG. The MIU entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 1873 732732.