Walk-in centre

City and Hackney Walk-in Centre

Walk-in centre in London. Minor illness without an appointment: infections, rashes, mild fevers.

Opening hours: not published anywhere we can check. Phone the unit before travelling.

Directions

Where to go

  • Life-threatening (chest pain, trouble breathing, heavy bleeding, stroke signs, a fit, cannot be woken): call 999.
  • Urgent but not life-threatening: A&E, or an urgent treatment centre, often quicker for cuts, sprains, minor burns and minor breaks.
  • Not sure: NHS 111, online or by phone. They can book you a slot.
  • Minor (coughs, colds, rashes): a pharmacist, no appointment needed.

Nearest A&E

Nearest other urgent care: Royal London Urgent Treatment Centre, 3 miles away.

Details

More detail

NHS England figures, , checked . About the data.

Questions people ask

Can I go to City and Hackney Walk-in Centre instead of A&E?

Yes, for the problems listed above. Anything life-threatening goes to A&E.

Do I need an appointment at City and Hackney Walk-in Centre?

You can usually walk in. A booked slot often means a shorter wait. Check the hours before travelling.

How busy is City and Hackney Walk-in Centre?

NHS England publishes figures only for units with 100 or more visits a month; this unit is listed from the NHS organisation register.