The Berkshire Independent Hospital
Private hospital · Reading
The Berkshire Independent Hospital is a private hospital in Reading, run by Ramsay Health Care UK Operations. See whether it has an A&E, its phone number, visiting and how to get there.
At a glance
- CQC rating
- Good (published 19 May 2020)
- Telephone
- 0118 902 8000
Information checked 16 October 2026.
Urgent help
In a medical emergency call 999 or go to an NHS A&E. A private hospital urgent care centre is not an emergency department.
Procedures at this hospital
Published figures for The Berkshire Independent Hospital from national audits and NHS statistics, from the UK Hospitals Guide. Each guide page explains what the figures mean and compares hospitals in the South East. This is not a ranking.
Figures for this hospital
- Hip replacement
373Joint replacements, all joints, 2025 (NJR)
Middle hospital in the South East: 629Fewer than 400. NJR outlier analysis (90-day mortality and revision rates): Not identified as an outlier - Knee replacement
373Joint replacements, all joints, 2025 (NJR)
Middle hospital in the South East: 629Fewer than 400. NJR outlier analysis (revision rates): Identified as an outlier: Total knee 10-year revision
Sources: national clinical audits (NJR, NHFD, NELA, SSNAP, NATCAN, NVR) and NHS England statistics, under the Open Government Licence or CC BY 4.0. Data updated 26 October 2026.
Opening times
Opening days and times
Wards are staffed 24 hours a day for patients staying in hospital. Consultations, tests and outpatient appointments run at set times. Contact the hospital to book or to check opening times.
Appointments and access
Book an appointment
Book or enquire on the hospital website
Link found on the official website, checked 24 October 2026.
Contact
Main telephone
Telephone: 0118 902 8000
Contact the hospital to book or to ask about appointments.
Location and travel
Address and map
The Berkshire Independent Hospital
Swallowscroft
Wensley Road
Reading
RG1 6UZ
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Public transport and parking
Getting here by public transport
There is no station within 1 km. The nearest station is:
- Reading West about 20 minutes' walkNational Rail
Nearest bus stop: Coley Park House, Lesford Road, about 3 minutes' walk.
Public transport directions (opens Google Maps)
We do not have details of parking or Blue Badge spaces here. If you need them, contact the hospital before you go.
Walking times are estimates from the straight-line distance to the hospital. Stations and bus stops are from the National Public Transport Access Nodes (NaPTAN), Department for Transport, 26 October 2026. NaPTAN does not list which routes call at each stop: check the operator or a journey planner before you travel, especially if you need step-free access. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Facilities
We do not have details of step-free access, parking or other facilities here yet. If you need them, contact the hospital before you go.
Visiting
Visiting times and rules are set by each ward. Check with the hospital before you visit.
Book, change or complain
- Read inspection reports (CQC)
- Get an email when CQC inspects this hospital
- Tell CQC about your care
- Find your local Healthwatch
About this hospital
| Provider | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited |
|---|---|
| Type | Private hospital |
| NHS or private | Private hospital (independent sector) |
| Local authority | Reading |
More details
| CQC location ID | 1-128733141 |
|---|
Official website: The Berkshire Independent Hospital website
Hospital services and payment
Urgent care and planned treatment
This is a private hospital and it is not an emergency service. In an emergency, call 999 or go to an NHS A&E.
Most treatment here is planned in advance. You can book a consultation yourself if you are paying, or through your health insurer, who may ask for a GP referral first.
Some private hospitals also treat NHS patients. If your GP refers you through the NHS and you choose this hospital, your NHS treatment here is free.
Some private hospitals run a paid walk-in or urgent care clinic for minor problems. Check with the hospital before you go.
CQC lists these regulated service types at this location:
- Hospital
Service types are regulatory categories, not a full list of departments. Being registered for a service does not always mean it is running now. Check with the hospital.
Insurance and self-pay
Links found on the official website, checked 24 October 2026.
Regulation and quality
This location is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The latest published ratings are below.
| Area | Rating | Published |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | Good | 19 May 2020 |
| Caring | Good | 19 May 2020 |
| Effective | Good | 19 May 2020 |
| Responsive | Good | 19 May 2020 |
| Safe | Good | 19 May 2020 |
| Well-led | Good | 19 May 2020 |
Read the CQC report for The Berkshire Independent Hospital
Frequently asked questions
What is the telephone number for The Berkshire Independent Hospital?
Telephone: 0118 902 8000.
What is the CQC rating of The Berkshire Independent Hospital?
The latest overall CQC rating is Good, published 19 May 2020.
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About 16.1 miles away
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