The Priory Hospital Chelmsford
Private mental health hospital · Chelmsford
The Priory Hospital Chelmsford is a private mental health hospital in Chelmsford, Essex, run by Priory Healthcare. See whether it has an A&E, its phone number, visiting and how to get there.
At a glance
- A&E
- No A&E department
- CQC rating
- Good (published 17 October 2025)
- Telephone
- 01245 345345
Information checked 16 October 2026.
Urgent help
This private mental health hospital does not have an A&E department. In a mental health crisis, call 111 and select the mental health option, or call 999 if someone's life is at risk. You can also call Samaritans free on 116 123, any time.
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 check visiting and clinic times.
Appointments and access
Admission is arranged through a referral, for example from a GP, a psychiatrist or an NHS mental health team. You cannot use this hospital as an emergency service.
Ask the person who referred you, or contact the hospital.
Contact
Main telephone
Telephone: 01245 345345
Ask the person who referred you, or contact the hospital.
Location and travel
Address and map
The Priory Hospital Chelmsford
Stump Lane
Springfield Green
Chelmsford
CM1 7SJ
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Public transport and parking
Getting here by public transport
There is no station within 1 km. The nearest station is:
- Chelmsford about 26 minutes' walkNational Rail
Nearest bus stop: Springfield Green, 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
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- Get an email when CQC inspects this hospital
- Tell CQC about your care
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About this hospital
| Provider | Priory Healthcare Limited |
|---|---|
| Type | Private mental health hospital |
| NHS or private | Private hospital (independent sector) |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
More details
| CQC location ID | 1-127132186 |
|---|
Official website: The Priory Hospital Chelmsford website
Hospital services and payment
CQC lists these regulated service types at this location:
- Hospitals - Mental health/capacity
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.
Ask the hospital about self-pay prices and which health insurers it works with.
Regulation and quality
This location is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The latest published ratings are below.
| Area | Rating | Published |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | Good | 17 October 2025 |
| Caring | Good | 17 October 2025 |
| Effective | Good | 17 October 2025 |
| Responsive | Good | 17 October 2025 |
| Safe | Good | 17 October 2025 |
| Well-led | Good | 17 October 2025 |
Read the CQC report for The Priory Hospital Chelmsford
Frequently asked questions
What is the telephone number for The Priory Hospital Chelmsford?
Telephone: 01245 345345.
What is the CQC rating of The Priory Hospital Chelmsford?
The latest overall CQC rating is Good, published 17 October 2025.
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