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The Alexandra Hospital

Our private hospital offers treatments and services for those who live in Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire

4.7

(2,560)

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  • Location

    Location

    Mill Lane, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 2PX

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  • Phone numbers

    Phone

    Reception: 0161 428 3656

  • Opening hours

    Opening hours

    Hospital: 24-hours
    Urgent care centre: 8am- 8pm (last appointment 7:30pm)

  • Car parking

    Car parking

    440 spaces and 7 electric vehicle charging stations

  • Paediatrics

    Children & young people services

    Consultations 0yrs+ Procedures 3yrs+

About us

The Alexandra Hospital has access to modern equipment and private facilities, offering the highest possible standards of care in a safe and comfortable environment for patients within Greater Manchester and surrounding areas.

On arrival at The Alexandra Hospital you will be welcomed by our friendly concierge who will be more than happy to assist you during your stay with us.

We offer a wide range of services including orthopaedic surgery, spinal surgery, neurosurgery, cardiology, and cancer care, as well as an Urgent Care Centre and a private GP service.

The hospital has 128 beds, with all rooms offering the privacy and comfort of en-suite facilities, satellite TV and telephone.

The Alexandra Hospital opened in 1981 and has earned an international reputation for safe and effective outcomes across a wide range of treatments, from complex cardiac cases to minor surgery.

Today over 500 consultants choose to practice from the hospital, many of whom hold teaching responsibilities and are renowned for their experience, attracting patients worldwide.

We are continually investing and upgrading its facilities with the recently completed replacement of the 1.5T MRI scanner that enables faster scan times, a full refurbishment of Chester Ward and expansion of the number of Critical Care Unit beds to 7, enables the increased complexity of surgery. 

We provide the reassurance of level 3 Intensive Care and Level 2 High Dependency Care facilities at a level above most private hospitals, should they be required. A resident medical officer (RMO) is available 24 hours a day to ensure that the hospital provides an ideal environment for patients to be safe and cared for at all times.

Should your care needs change following surgery or treatment, we may need to transfer you to another hospital. This will either be to an NHS or another Circle hospital. Transfers of care only take place when absolutely necessary.

Advanced robotic surgery at The Alexandra Hospital

We have invested in several state-of-the-art robots, allowing our consultants to perform complex surgery across multiple specialist areas of medicine, including women’s health, joint health, and cancer care. Our robotics combines the unparalleled expertise and skill of leading consultants with extreme accuracy and precision, ensuring you get the most out of your surgery and recovery. 

Our investment in advanced robotic technology help consultants perform procedures with smaller incisions than traditional surgery. This minimally invasive technique can cause less damage to surrounding tissue and nerves, which significantly reduces the risk of scarring and complications occurring during surgery. This also speeds up your recovery time, meaning you can return from hospital and get back to the peace and comfort of your own home sooner. 

Our robotic technology at The Alexandra Hospital includes the da Vinci Surgical System, Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery, VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution and Stealth Navigation System. 

We're proud to offer some of the most advanced cardiac technologies such as, The Medtronic Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System and 3D Mitral Valve Surgery.

We also offer free parking onsite including disabled spaces, a restaurant and a pharmacy.

Prices

Discover our fixed price packages which include an initial consultation, treatment and aftercare.

If you are paying for treatment yourself, we offer flexible payment options to help you spread the cost over months, or even years.

You can use our repayment calculator to find out what these instalments might be.

Patient satisfaction

Our latest Patient Satisfaction scores*

  • 94.9% patients said their overall experience of our service was good, or very good
  • 97.6% patients would be likely or extremely likely to recommend their consultant to their friends or family
  • 93.8% patients said their overall experience of the nursing care was very good, or excellent

We are proud of our patient care and work hard to make each patient's time with us as pleasant as possible. Our patient satisfaction survey is an important indicator of how well we achieve this and we monitor the results very closely.

*During the period of January to December 2025, The Alexandra Hospital received 4419 questionnaires from patients admitted for treatment.

Local clinics

Mako robotic-arm assisted knee and hip surgery at The Alexandra Hospital
Here at The Alexandra Hospital, we could put you back on your feet faster with our Mako robotic-arm assisted knee and hip surgery.

One stop cardiology clinic in Manchester
A One Stop Cardiology Clinic is now available at The Alexandra Hospital. The service is created to ease anxieties by being examined and getting your results in a single visit.

Urgent Care Centre Manchester
If you live in Manchester, Stockport or Cheshire, our Urgent Care Centre is a convenient service for minor accidents, injuries and illnesses, and also offers clinical tests for patients over the age of 3 years.

Private sarcoma clinic in Manchester
The Alexandra Hospital has a rapid access lumps and bumps clinic for insured and self-funding patients based in Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire.

Private nerve clinic in Manchester
Here at The Private Nerve Service at The Alexandra Hospital, our experienced multi-disciplinary team of private Neurosurgeons, Neurologists, Peripheral Nerve Surgeon, Neurophysiologists and Radiologists can assist in getting to the root of your nerve pain and dealing with the main cause of the problem.

Patient events

Empowering you to make informed healthcare choices. 

At The Alexandra Hospital, we're committed to supporting our patients in understanding more about their health and the treatment options available to them. That's why we host a range of educational events designed for patients considering private healthcare.  

On-demand events

Expert advice, tailored to your schedule

We believe healthcare education should be accessible, flexible, and reassuring. Our on-demand patient events led by specialist consultants, offer clear, expert-led guidance whenever and wherever you need it. Browse our latest sessions below and take control of your healthcare journey.

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    Choose your consultant Find the right one for you

    We work with leading consultants offering NHS and private treatments across a wide range of medical services

  • Nurse talking with a patient

    Why wait for treatment?

    When you go private, you get the care you need as soon as you need it. And with our monthly payment plans, self-pay private healthcare is more affordable than you think.

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Where are we? Easy to find and easy to get to Get directions on Google Maps

GOOGLE MAP

Car

From the South (Cheshire, Staffordshire) Using M6: Leave the M6 northbound at J19, follow the signs for A556 Manchester Airport. Follow the A556 for about 4 miles until you reach the major roundabout junction with the M56. Follow the M56 eastbound in the direction of Stockport and airport.

†Continue past the Airport exit, then turn off at J3 (follow the signs for M60 S E, Stockport) which eventually leads onto the M60. Take the exit at J1 signed A34 Manchester City Centre and Didsbury. Get into the right-hand lane, turn right at the traffic lights by the Gateway pub onto Manchester Road. The Alexandra Hospital is about 800 yards on the right.

From the North (Lancashire) - Using M6: Follow the M6 southbound towards Birmingham. Take the exit at J20a, follow the signs for the M56. Follow the M56 eastbound, direction of Stockport and Manchester Airport. Then follow the directions from† (see above).

Train

From Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Victoria or Stockport railway stations, take a taxi or bus to the hospital. The nearest main line railway station is Stockport. For further information, please contact train enquiries on 0845 748 4950.

Bus

For bus enquiries, please call 0871 200 2233.

Our reviews. What our patients say More reviews

  • Rating: 5 stars

    Very attentive to your individual needs and recovery rates. Made you feel relaxed and very well looked after.

    Carl
    Google review
  • Rating: 5 stars

    Everyone has been so great with me during my stay and treatments afterwards. I couldn’t recommend more. So happy with everything.

    Chloe
    Google review
  • Rating: 5 stars

    Everything was top notch, including the staff, the food and the care. Nothing was too much trouble.

    Roger
    Google review
  • Rating: 5 stars

    The staff were always very attentive to my needs and concerns. Every aspect of the care seemed flawless and planned.

    Stuart
    Google review

Frequently asked questions and other useful information

We want to make it as easy as possible for you to find the information you need, so we've gathered a list of frequently asked questions about our hospitals and services.

  • Our hospitals have free car parking on-site for insured patients and patients paying for themselves.

  • You will need to call the hospital you booked your appointment with. To do this, you can find the phone number to your hospital on your appointment letter.

  • Please call the hospital where the patient is admitted, press zero for switchboard, and they will transfer your call to the patient’s room, or put you in touch with a nurse or a ward.
  • Yes, our hospitals have free WiFi access for our patients and visitors.
  • Once your appointment is booked, you can request to receive a confirmation email or letter with all the necessary information. To find the confirmation email, please search your email inbox for any message from [email protected].

    You will also receive a text reminder 48 hours prior to your appointment with all the details you need. Please note that this will not be sent if the appointment is booked within 48 hours of the appointment date.

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More about The Alexandra Hospital

    • Main hospital 

      Our main hospital is open 24 hours a day, Monday to Sunday

    • Urgent Care Centre  

      Monday to Sunday: 8am - 8pm (last appointment 7:30pm)

    • An Overview of the facilities at our hospital 

      At The Alexandra Hospital we have access to modern equipment and private facilities for patients in Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire.

      On arrival at The Alexandra Hospital you will be welcomed by our friendly concierge who will be more than happy to assist you during your stay with us.

      We offer a wide range of services including orthopaedic surgery, spinal surgery, neurosurgery, cardiology and cancer care, as well as an Urgent Care Centre and a private GP service.

      The hospital has 128 beds, with all rooms offering the privacy and comfort of en-suite facilities and satellite TV.

      The Alexandra Hospital opened in 1981 and has earned an international reputation for safe and effective outcomes across a wide range of treatments, from complex cardiac cases to minor surgery.

      Today over 600 Consultants choose to practice from the hospital, many of whom hold teaching responsibilities and are renowned for their experience, attracting patients worldwide.

      We continually invest in our facilities and have committed to an £8 million investment over the next six months, bringing us to a total investment of £18 million over the last five years.

      The program includes an additional MRI scanner, full refurbishment of the reception and outpatient areas, a brand-new hybrid cardiac theatre which can be used for interventional diagnostics or as a traditional operating theatre, and a range of new equipment for the hospital's seven operating theatres.

      We provide the reassurance of onsite intensive care facilities at a level above most private hospitals, should they be required. With a team of resident doctors available 24 hours a day, our hospital provides an ideal environment to ensure patients are safe and cared for at all times.

      We also offer free parking onsite including disabled spaces, a restaurant and a pharmacy.

    • Did you know that you can be treated at The Alexandra Hospital as an NHS patient too? We offer a range of clinics through the e-Referral System, a service which allows you to decide where you receive your treatment. Clinics available through the e-Referral System at The Alexandra Hospital are:

      • Orthopaedic surgery:
        Hand, wrist, hip & knee
      • General surgery
      • Diagnostic endoscopy:
        Upper and Lower GI

      Our convenient location means that you can be assured that you have access to the highest standard of care from wherever you live in the Manchester or Cheshire area.

      Medication prescribed for NHS patients receiving treatment or consultations at The Alexandra Hospital will reflect the medicines included within the Local Health Economy formulary. For details of the formulary content please click here which directly connects to the document. Circle Health Group sincerely thank the Pharmacy team for their permission to use this reference.

      To find out more about NHS e-Referral System please speak to your GP or contact the NHS Telephone Appointments Line on 0345 608 8888 with your Unique Booking Reference Number (UBRN), which is given to you by your GP.

      Please note these clinics are only available for those over the age of 18 years, other exclusions do apply.

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