Updated plans unveiled for the new Hillingdon Hospital
Local people are being invited to share their views on the proposals for a new, state-of-the-art Hillingdon Hospital.
The plans would deliver a larger, purpose-built hospital with modern facilities designed to improve care, patient experience and the working environment for staff, supported by the latest medical and digital technology.
The new hospital will have 538 overnight beds, all in single rooms with en-suite bathrooms, giving patients greater privacy and comfort.
There would be more space for emergency and specialist care, with expanded theatres, imaging and outpatient facilities supporting more same-day treatment. A new birthing suite is also planned, with the labour ward close to maternity theatres and the hospital's main operating theatres.
A new multi-storey car park with a mobility hub would provide wheelchair hire, cycle facilities, travel information and food and drink facilities.
Lesley Watts, chief executive, said:
This is an opportunity to transform healthcare for generations to come. A new hospital will give us the environment and technology to deliver high-quality care and make a real difference to the experience of everyone who comes through our doors.
I encourage our patients and local communities to look at the plans, attend an event and share their views so we can ensure the new hospital meets their needs.
The redevelopment would replace an ageing hospital estate that is increasingly difficult to adapt and maintain for modern healthcare. Some buildings date from the 1940s, when they were built as temporary emergency accommodation, and remain in use today. The complex layout also makes it difficult for patients to move between services and creates challenges for staff in delivering efficient, joined-up care.
The plans have been refreshed following the Government's confirmation in January 2025 that the redevelopment of Hillingdon Hospital would proceed in Wave 1 of the New Hospital Programme. This is an initiative to rebuild, refurbish or replace NHS hospitals across England.
Hillingdon Hospital is one of a small number of schemes in Wave 1 and the only one in London. Hospitals in this wave are expected to start construction between 2025 and 2030.
The updated designs follow the New Hospital Programme's Hospital 2.0 approach. This is a standardised blueprint setting out how key areas should be designed and laid out, including emergency care, inpatient wards, operating theatres, maternity services, diagnostics and outpatient facilities.
Share your views
Residents, patients and the public are encouraged to look at the updated proposals and share their views by Sunday 13 December.
There are several ways to get involved:
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Go to a drop-in event:
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The Chimes Shopping Centre, Wednesday 18 November, from 12pm to 4pm
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Hillingdon Hospital Education Centre, Thursday 26 November, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm
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Join a webinar on Tuesday 24 November: Register by clicking here .
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Complete the online survey: Hillingdon Hospital survey
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Call 0800 048 5592. The line is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, until Friday 11 December 2026.
Feedback will help inform the Trust's updated planning application to Hillingdon Council next year.