Walk-in centres

To improve equity of access to unscheduled care services across the London Borough of Barnet, the opening hours of our walk-in centre at Edgware Community Hospital have changed.

This is a temporary change whilst urgent care services are reviewed across North Central London and was made effective from 11 September 2023.

The walk-in centre at Edgware Community Hospital is open from 8am to 8pm, Monday - Sunday (last patient booking at 7pm).

Edgware walk-in centre provides same day medical help when it’s not a life-threatening emergency. The service is open 8am to 7pm, 7 days a week and 365 days a year.

People who go to an urgent care or walk-in centres are typically:

• mobile and able to move around
• in need of same-day treatment.

Walk-in centres are NOT suitable for emergencies such as:

• pregnancy related conditions
• chest pain
• breathing difficulties
• severe pain
• suspected strokes.

Patients should consider calling 999 or attending an emergency department.

Walk-in centres are suitable for people of have minor injuries and minor illness including:

• minor headaches
• ear problems
• sprains and strains
• wound infections
• minor burns and scalds
• minor head injuries with no loss of consciousness
• acute minor skin conditions
• minor abdominal discomfort and gastrointestinal problems
• insect and (minor) animal bites
• minor eye injuries
• minor injuries to the back, shoulder, and chest
• emergency contraception
• urinary tract infections
• minor limb injuries and fractures
• minor respiratory illness such as coughs and sore throats
• new wounds requiring closure or dressing.

The centre has x-ray facilities through the hours of service for adults and children over 2 years, they do not have access to order or carry out blood tests or scans. On occasion the service can reach capacity before 7pm and in this case patients attending may be given advice on where and when is appropriate to access care.

Appointments can be booked through 111, who can advise the most appropriate place to be seen for your condition.

To improve equity of access to unscheduled care services across the London Borough of Barnet, the opening hours of our walk-in centre at Finchley Memorial Hospital have changed.

This is a temporary change whilst urgent care services are reviewed across North Central London and was made effective from 11 September 2023.

The walk-in centre at Finchley Memorial Hospital is open from 8am to 8pm, Monday - Sunday (last patient booking at 7pm).

Finchley walk-in centre provides same day medical help when it’s not a life-threatening emergency. The service is open 8am to 7pm, 7 days a week and 365 days a year.

People who go to an urgent care or walk-in centres are typically:

• mobile and able to move around
• in need of same-day treatment.

Walk-in centres are NOT suitable for emergencies such as:

• pregnancy related conditions
• chest pain
• breathing difficulties
• severe pain
• suspected strokes.

Patients should consider calling 999 or attending an emergency department.

Walk-in centres are suitable for people of have minor injuries and minor illness including:

• minor headaches
• ear problems
• sprains and strains
• wound infections
• minor burns and scalds
• minor head injuries with no loss of consciousness
• acute minor skin conditions
• minor abdominal discomfort and gastrointestinal problems
• insect and (minor) animal bites
• minor eye injuries
• minor injuries to the back, shoulder, and chest
• emergency contraception
• urinary tract infections
• minor limb injuries and fractures
• minor respiratory illness such as coughs and sore throats
• new wounds requiring closure or dressing.

The centre has x-ray facilities through the hours of service for adults and children over 2 years, they do not have access to order or carry out blood tests or scans. On occasion the service can reach capacity before 7pm and in this case patients attending may be given advice on where and when is appropriate to access care.

Appointments can be booked through 111, who can advise the most appropriate place to be seen for your condition.

Our brand-new walk-in clinic pilot for children aged 0 to five years is open until 30 June 2025.

Who we see

The service is currently limited to children aged 0 to 5 years, who either reside in Hammersmith and Fulham, or have a registered GP in Hammersmith and Fulham.

The clinic offers a convenient and accessible way for parents and caregivers to get medical attention for their young children without scheduling an appointment. Our team of experienced GPs and advanced practice staff will provide treatment for a variety of minor illnesses and injuries.

We treat:

• Minor illnesses
• Minor injuries

Opening hours:

Monday to Friday: 1pm to 5pm

Saturday-Sunday & bank holidays: Closed

Location and contact information:

Telephone:  0208 102 6000

Directions

We are on the ground floor of Parkview Health and Wellbeing Centre, 56 Bloemfontein Rd, London W12 7FG

The nearest public transport links are: 

• By bus: 283 (Bloemfontein Road), 228 (Ellerslie Road)

5-7 Parsons Green | London | SW6 4UL

About the Walk-in Service 

The Walk-in service is led by Clinical Practitioners and they can see patients over 12 years old (registered and unregistered). Our practitioners will be able to assess, diagnose and treat a number of acute minor illnesses and manage acute wounds via this service. Alongside the Walk in Centre we have an appointment service for wound care/dressing changes. For your initial wound care you must attend as a walk-in and if your wound is suitable for the WiC, you can make appointments going forward.

Attending the Walk in Centre

Patients are advised to arrive approximately one hour before closing time and for unbooked dressing appointments no later than 3pm. When you arrive at the Walk-in centre you will be booked in by one of our reception coordinators who will ask you some details about you and the reason for your visit. You will then wait for the initial assessment known as triage which is usually within 15 minutes after being booked in. Triage is performed to ensure we are the most appropriate healthcare service for you. A clinical practitioner will either advise you to wait for a further consultation or redirect you to the most appropriate healthcare provider if it’s a condition we cannot manage 

Services we do not Provide

• Treatment for pregnant patients
• New or repeat prescriptions
• Travel vaccinations
• Sick Certificates
• Sexual health screenings
• X-Rays
• Referrals to specialist services for long term conditions
• Chronic wound care such as leg ulcer management

Opening times:

Monday to Friday: 08:15 to 20:00

Saturday to Sunday: 09:00 to 14:00 

Bank holidays: 09:00 to 17:00 (Closed on Easter Sunday, Christmas Day & New Year’s Day) 

Alternative treatment 

If you have health concerns, you can: 

• Call your GP practice, or visit your GP practice website 
• Call 111, or visit www.111.NHS.UK 
• Call 999 if it’s an emergency and you feel your life is in danger  

Contact information

Telephone:  0208 102 4000

Directions

The nearest public transport links are: 

• By tube: Parsons Green underground station (District Line)
• By bus: 22

1 Frith Street, London, W1D 3HZ

From 7 May 2024, this service has been restored to a walk in service.

About the Walk-in Service 

The Walk-in service is led by Clinical Practitioners and they can see patients over 16 years old (registered and unregistered). Our practitioners will be able to assess, diagnose and treat a number of acute minor illnesses and manage acute wounds via this service. Alongside the Walk in Centre we have an appointment service for wound care/dressing changes. For your initial wound care you must attend as a walk-in and if your wound is suitable for the WiC, you can make appointments going forward.

Attending the Walk in Centre

Patients are advised to arrive approximately one hour before closing time and for un-booked dressing appointments no later than 3pm. When you arrive at the Walk-in centre you will be booked in by one of our reception coordinators who will ask you some details about you and the reason for your visit. You will then wait for the initial assessment known as triage which is usually within 15 minutes after being booked in. Triage is performed to ensure we are the most appropriate healthcare service for you. A clinical practitioner will either advise you to wait for a further consultation or redirect you to the most appropriate healthcare provider if it’s a condition we cannot manage 

Services we do not provide:

• Treatment for pregnant patients
• New or repeat prescriptions
• Travel vaccinations
• Sick Certificates
• Sexual health screenings
• X-Rays
• Referrals to specialist services for long term conditions
• Chronic wound care such as leg ulcer management

Alternative treatment:

If you have health concerns, you can: 

• Call your GP practice, or visit your GP practice website 
• Call 111, or visit www.111.NHS.UK 
• Call 999 if it’s an emergency and you feel your life is in danger  

Opening times:

Monday: Closed  

Tuesday to Friday: 8am - 6pm 

Saturday to Sunday: 10am - 6pm 

Bank holidays: 10am - 6pm (Closed on Christmas Day) 

Contact information 

Telephone: 020 7534 6500 

Directions 

The nearest public transport links are: 

·       By tube: Tottenham Court Road Station (Central and Northern lines) 

·       By bus: 7, 10, 19, 24, 38, 55, 73, 98, 390

St Charles Hospital
Exmoor Street
London W10 6DZ

About the Walk-in Service 

The Urgent Care Centre is led by Clinical Practitioners and they can see patients over 2 years old (registered and unregistered). Our practitioners will be able to assess, diagnose and treat a number of acute minor illnesses and manage acute wounds via this service. Alongside the Walk in Centre we have an appointment service for wound care/dressing changes. For your initial wound care you must attend as a walk-in and if your wound is suitable for the UCC, you can make appointments going forward.

Attending the Walk in Centre

Patients are advised to arrive approximately one hour before closing time and for un-booked dressing appointments no later than 3pm. When you arrive at the Walk-in centre you will be booked in by one of our reception coordinators who will ask you some details about you and the reason for your visit. You will then wait for the initial assessment known as triage which is usually within 15 minutes after being booked in. Triage is performed to ensure we are the most appropriate healthcare service for you. A clinical practitioner will either advise you to wait for a further consultation or redirect you to the most appropriate healthcare provider if it’s a condition we cannot manage 

Services we do not provide:

• Treatment for pregnant patients
• New or repeat prescriptions
• Travel vaccinations
• Sick Certificates
• Sexual health screenings
• Referrals to specialist services for long term conditions
• Chronic wound care such as leg ulcer management

X-Ray Service Available:

• Monday to Sunday: 08:30-18:10 (closed 13:30-14:00)

Please note only limb x-rays provided for acute injuries - no  head, face, neck, chest, back, hip or abdominal X-rays available. 

Alternative treatment

If you have health concerns, you can:

• Call your GP practice, or visit your GP practice website
• Call 111, or visit www.111.NHS.UK 
• Call 999 if it’s an emergency and you feel your life is in danger 

Opening times:

Monday to Sunday: 08:00 – 20.00

Contact information:

Telephone: 020 8102 5111

Directions 

The nearest public transport links are: 

• By tube: Ladbroke Grove (Hammersmith & City line) 
• By bus: 7, 23, 52, 70, 228, 295, 316, 452