Darlington Memorial Hospital (DMH)

Darlington Memorial Hospital

Darlington Memorial Hospital (DMH) is one of the main sites within County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. Serving the local community and surrounding areas, the hospital provides a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, maternity, and outpatient services. With a focus on delivering high-quality, safe, compassionate patient care, Darlington Memorial Hospital is equipped with state of the art technology and supported by a workforce dedicated to ensuring the wellbeing of every patient.

Services we provide

Darlington Memorial Hospital offers comprehensive healthcare services, including:

• Accident and Emergency (A&E)
  Open 24/7 for urgent and emergency medical care
  There is also a 24/7 GP led minor injuries and illness service at DMH.
• Surgical services
  A wide range of surgical procedures, including general, orthopaedic, and specialist surgeries
• Maternity Services
  Complete maternity care, from prenatal to postnatal support
• Outpatient Services
  Various clinics and specialist consultations for ongoing care and management of health conditions
• Diagnostic Services
  Advanced imaging, laboratory tests, and other diagnostic services to support accurate and timely medical care.

For a complete list of services, please visit our services.

Visiting information

We know that spending time with family and friends plays a vital role in wellbeing and recovery. As part of our family-centred approach to care and to support our patients to stay connected with the people who matter most to them, open visiting is in place across our hospitals.

Visitors are welcome daily between 10:30am and 7:30pm.

Children are also encouraged to visit where appropriate, however they must be supervised at all times and should not visit if unwell. 

Travel, transport and parking

The hospital is easily accessed by public transport, including buses and trains. The hospital is easily accessible from Darlington town centre, and detailed information on routes and schedules can be found on local transport websites or Google Maps. 

Car parking

There is a car park for patients and visitors at the front of the hospital site. As with many hospitals, this car park can get very busy and we would encourage patients and visitors to allow extra time ahead of your appointment time or scheduled visit for parking. 

Car parking charges

Blue badge holders

Designated parking spaces are available for Blue Badge holders close to the hospital entrance. Parking for Blue Badge holders is free of charge, but please ensure your badge is clearly displayed.

Parking concessions 

• Frequent outpatient attenders: free parking will be provided for anyone attending at least three outpatient appointments in a month (30 days) for a minimum of three consecutive months - including patients receiving cancer treatment.
• Parents of sick children staying overnight: parents or guardians (up to two vehicles), visiting a child or young person under 18 who is admitted as an inpatient overnight, will receive free parking between 7.30pm and 8.00am.
• Patients receiving cancer care or frequent visitors to intensive care may also be able to receive free parking. 

Please speak to the ward manager or those involved in your care or the care of your loved one if you believe you may qualify for free parking and they can issue you with an exemption form to place in your car windscreen whilst parking on site.