NHS Withybush General Hospital Live A&E Waiting Times
Also known as: Withybush General Hospital, Ysbyty Cyffredinol Llwyn Helyg, Haverfordwest Hospital, Haverfordwest A&E, Withybush A&E
Last updated sourced from Hywel Dda University Health Board
Hospital details
Haverfordwest, SA61 2PZ
About Withybush General Hospital
Withybush General Hospital is a district general hospital on Fishguard Road in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, operated by Hywel Dda University Health Board. It is the only acute hospital in Pembrokeshire and serves a rural catchment of around 130,000 people across the county and the islands of Skomer and Skokholm. The 24/7 Emergency Department treats serious and life-threatening illness and injury, supported by a daytime nurse-led Minor Injury Unit (typically 8am-8pm), acute medicine, acute surgery, oncology, palliative care, a renal dialysis unit and a full diagnostic imaging service. Important: maternity at Withybush has been a Midwife-Led Unit since 2014, and 24/7 inpatient paediatrics moved to Glangwili General Hospital in Carmarthen — women with obstetric complications and children needing inpatient care are looked after at Glangwili rather than Withybush. Hywel Dda UHB is currently under Welsh Government targeted intervention for urgent and emergency care. Current Withybush A&E waiting times are tracked here in real time, sourced from the NHS Wales feed and Hywel Dda University Health Board.
Emergency Department (A&E)
The Emergency Department at Withybush General Hospital in Haverfordwest is for serious or life-threatening conditions — chest pain, suspected stroke, heavy bleeding, severe breathing difficulty, major injury, or loss of consciousness. If you are not sure, call NHS 111 Wales first. In a true emergency, call 999.
Departments & Services
- Emergency Department (24/7)
- Minor Injury Unit (typically 8am-8pm, nurse-led)
- Acute Medicine
- Acute Surgery
- Critical Care
- Midwife-Led Unit (maternity)
- Paediatric Day Assessment
- Stroke Services
- Cardiology
- Oncology and Haematology
Recent Wait Time Updates
| Date & Time | Wait Time | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 25 Apr01:49 | 360 mins | +50% |
| Sat 25 Apr00:49 | 240 mins | −52% |
| Fri 24 Apr23:49 | 495 mins | +725% |
| Fri 24 Apr22:49 | 60 mins | −89% |
| Fri 24 Apr21:49 | 525 mins | +75% |
Nearest A&E alternatives
See live A&E wait times at other NHS hospitals near Withybush General Hospital
How Withybush General Hospital compares to nearby hospitals
Within Wales, Withybush General Hospital 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 Haverfordwest residents, the practical question is rarely "is Withybush General 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 Haverfordwest 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.
Withybush General 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 Withybush General Hospital?
As of the latest update, the current A&E wait at Withybush General Hospital is 360 minutes (about 6 hr). 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 Withybush General 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 Withybush General Hospital.
Is there a way to check A&E wait times for Withybush General Hospital?
Yes, you can check the live A&E waiting times for Withybush General Hospital right here on this page. We update this data regularly based on the information provided by Hywel Dda University Health Board.
How long can Withybush General Hospital A&E make you wait?
NHS Wales 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 Withybush General Hospital?
The wait times for Withybush General Hospital are updated based on the data feed from Hywel Dda 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 Withybush General 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 Withybush General Hospital A&E open 24 hours?
Yes. The A&E department at Withybush General 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, please call NHS 111 first.
How do I get to Withybush General Hospital?
Withybush General Hospital is located at Fishguard Road, Haverfordwest, SA61 2PZ. The A&E entrance is usually clearly signposted on arrival. If you need to contact them before travelling, the hospital switchboard is +44 1437 764545.