Minor injury unit

Chippenham Minor Injury Unit

Minor injury unit in Chippenham. Minor injuries only: sprains, small cuts and burns, suspected simple fractures. No X-ray at some units.

Opening hours: 8am to 8pm, every day.

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 other urgent care: Frome Community Hospital, 17 miles away.

Address: Chippenham Community Hospital, Rowden Hill, Chippenham, SN15 2AJ. Map
Phone: not listed.
Run by: Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Hours from OpenStreetMap contributors.

More detail

NHS England figures, September 2026, checked 17 October 2026. About the data.

Can I go to Chippenham Minor Injury Unit instead of A&E?

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

Do I need an appointment at Chippenham Minor Injury Unit?

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

How busy is Chippenham Minor Injury Unit?

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