SpaMedica Preston
Private CQC: Outstanding
Albert Edward House, Preston PR2 2YB
Community Health and Eyecare Limited and Head Office (CHEC - Preston)
Private CQC: Good
Star Building, Preston PR2 9WT
Fulwood Hall Hospital
Private CQC: Good
Midgery Lane, Preston PR2 9SZ
First Trust Hospital
Private CQC: Good
Durton Lane, Preston PR3 5LD
Greater Lancashire Hospital
Private CQC: Good
Millennium City Park, Preston PR2 5BW
Optegra Preston
Private
175-177 Station Road, Preston PR5 6LA
Royal Preston Hospital
NHS CQC: Requires improvement
Sharoe Green Lane, Preston PR2 9HT
Specialist clinics in Preston at a glance
HealthWise lists 7 specialist clinics in Preston, across 3 postcode areas including PR2, PR3, PR5. All of them are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
CQC ratings
Of these, 1 rated Outstanding, 4 rated Good, 1 rated Requires improvement, and 1 has not yet been rated or did not need a rating. The most recent inspection among them was on 12 June 2023. Ratings come from the CQC and can change after each inspection, so check the clinic's current report before you book.
NHS and private
Where we know how a clinic is funded: 1 NHS, 6 private.
Where they are
- PR2: 5 clinics
- PR3: 1 clinic
- PR5: 1 clinic
Rated Good or Outstanding
- SpaMedica Preston: CQC Outstanding, Private
- Community Health and Eyecare Limited and Head Office (CHEC - Preston): CQC Good, Private
- Fulwood Hall Hospital: CQC Good, Private
- First Trust Hospital: CQC Good, Private
- Greater Lancashire Hospital: CQC Good, Private
For what to expect, NHS and private options and how to choose, read our Specialist Medical guide. To see every clinic in Preston, browse the full Preston directory.
Last updated: 2026-10-06
Frequently Asked Questions
HealthWise lists 7 specialist clinics in Preston, in postcode areas including PR2, PR3, PR5. All are registered with the CQC.
1 rated Outstanding, 4 rated Good, 1 rated Requires improvement, and 1 without a published rating. Ratings are set by the Care Quality Commission and can change after each inspection.
Yes. 1 listed clinic offers NHS care. Check each clinic's listing for how to access its NHS services.
Usually yes — a referral from a GP (NHS or private) is common and helps the consultant understand your history, though some clinics accept self-referral. If you have private medical insurance, check whether a referral and pre-authorisation are required.
Consultants should be on the GMC's specialist register for their field, which you can check on the General Medical Council website. The clinic or hospital should also be registered with and rated by the Care Quality Commission.
Yes. You might see a consultant privately for a faster assessment and then continue treatment on the NHS, or vice versa. Good clinics will share information with your GP, with your consent, so your care stays joined up.