Walk-in centres in Cumbria
3 urgent treatment centres and 2 minor injury units in Cumbria (NHS England, September 2026); 1 publishes opening hours.
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.
Opening hours
| Unit | Area | Opening hours | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keswick Hospital Urgent treatment centre | Cumberland | Not published | Not listed |
| Penrith Hospital Urgent treatment centre | Westmorland and Furness | Not published | 01768 245555 |
| Westmorland General Hospital Urgent treatment centre | Westmorland and Furness | 8am to 10pm, every day | Not listed |
| Alston Minor Injury Unit Minor injury unit | Westmorland and Furness | Not published | Not listed |
| Maryport Minor Injury Unit Minor injury unit | Cumberland | Not published | Not listed |
Hours and phones from the NHS website and OpenStreetMap contributors, checked .
Latest monthly: NHS England, . Data checked .