North Tyneside General Hospital
Urgent treatment centre in North Shields: 5,520 visits in September 2026, none waited over 12 hours. Injuries and illnesses that are urgent but not life-threatening: cuts, sprains, simple breaks, minor burns, infections. GP-led, X-ray usually on site.
Opening hours: not published anywhere we can check. Phone the unit before travelling.
DirectionsWhere 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: Molineux Street Primary Care Centre, 6 miles away.
Details
- Address: Rake Lane, North Shields, NE29 8NH. Map
- Phone: 0344 811 8111 (NHS website).
- Run by: Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
More detail
NHS England figures, , checked . About the data.
Questions people ask
Can I go to North Tyneside General Hospital instead of A&E?
Yes, for the problems listed above. Anything life-threatening goes to A&E.
Do I need an appointment at North Tyneside General Hospital?
You can usually walk in. A booked slot often means a shorter wait. Check the hours before travelling.
How busy is North Tyneside General Hospital?
About 184 people a day in September 2026.