Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

19/10/2026

Coming to Doncaster Royal Infirmary for an appointment? Save yourself time searching for a parking space. If you’re able to use our Park and Ride, take some of the stress out of your journey.

Your parking space AND your shuttle journey are completely free, and the shuttle is wheelchair accessible.

Park at Car Park A at Doncaster Racecourse on Leger Way, then catch the free shuttle to DRI in around five to seven minutes.

Shuttles run approximately every 20 minutes, Monday to Friday, from 5.50am to 10pm, excluding bank holidays.

You can get off at Gate 4 on Armthorpe Road or on Thorne Road, between the Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Fracture Clinic.

Allow enough time to park, catch the shuttle and reach your appointment.

Check the latest timetable before travelling:
https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/patients-visitors/how-to-get-here/dri-park-ride/

19/10/2026

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has been shortlisted in three categories at this year’s Doncaster Armed Forces Covenant Awards, recognising the Trust’s continued commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.

The Trust has been shortlisted for the ‘Business of the Year’, ‘Community Engagement’ and ‘Unsung Hero’ awards, with the winners to be announced at the Doncaster Armed Forces Covenant Awards on Friday 30 October.

The recognition comes as DBTH continues to strengthen its work to ensure that the needs and experiences of veterans, serving personnel, reservists and their families are better understood and reflected across the Trust.

Over recent years, DBTH has increased its focus on making healthcare and working life more equitable for the Armed Forces community, working closely with local partners and community organisations to understand the challenges people can face when accessing healthcare or working within the NHS.

A key part of this work has been ensuring that the voices and lived experiences of members of the Armed Forces community are heard and used to shape improvements.

This has included the development of new resources to help veterans and their families understand when their previous service may be relevant to their healthcare, alongside practical guidance for staff to help them better understand and respond to the needs of the Armed Forces community.

The Trust has also continued to develop its partnership working and community engagement, supporting greater awareness of the Armed Forces Covenant and helping to strengthen connections between healthcare services and the wider Armed Forces community in Doncaster.

Denise Smith, Chief Operating Officer and Senior Responsible Officer for the Armed Forces Covenant Oversight Group at DBTH, said: “We are incredibly proud to have been shortlisted in three categories at the Doncaster Armed Forces Covenant Awards. While the nominations recognise the contributions of individuals, they also reflect the commitment across DBTH to making a positive difference for our Armed Forces community.

“Through our Armed Forces Covenant Oversight Group, we are working to better understand the experiences and needs of veterans, serving personnel, reservists and their families, and to ensure their voices are reflected in how we deliver healthcare and support our people.”

One example of this work is the Hospital Guide for the Armed Forces Community and Veterans Passport, which were developed alongside veterans, Armed Forces organisations and community partners.

The resources were shaped by feedback from members of the Armed Forces community, who told the Trust that while support was available, it was not always clear what they could access or what to expect when attending hospital. The Hospital Guide explains what veterans and serving members of the Armed Forces can expect when accessing care at DBTH, while the Veterans Passport provides a practical way for veterans to share information about their service history, personal circumstances and any additional support needs.

The Hospital Guide for the Armed Forces Community and Veterans Passport are available on the DBTH website, alongside further information about support available to veterans and the wider Armed Forces community.

To access the Hospital Care for the Armed Forces Community guide and Veterans Passport, visit the DBTH website and search for 'support for veterans'.

The Doncaster Armed Forces Covenant Awards will take place on Friday 30 October 2026, when the winners across each category will be announced.

19/10/2026

--1,000 colleagues received their flu jab in the first week of our vaccination programme.

They’re continuing a tradition of protection stretching back more than 50 years: England’s seasonal flu vaccination programme began in the late 1960s.

And the benefits are measurable. The UK Health Security Agency estimates that flu vaccination prevented around 100,000 hospital admissions in England in 2024/25.

Protection varies each year, but vaccination helps reduce your risk of serious illness. If you do catch flu, it’s likely to be milder and shorter-lasting.

Decades of evidence - A good reason to roll up your sleeve this winter.

Find out who can get a free flu vaccine and how to book: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/

19/10/2026

Need health advice this evening? Think pharmacy first.

Pharmacists can help with common illnesses and, through Pharmacy First, provide treatment for certain conditions without a GP appointment, where appropriate.

These local pharmacies are open until 9pm this evening:

Doncaster: Sandringham Pharmacy, Intake; ASDA Pharmacy, Gliwice Way; and ASDA Pharmacy, Carcroft.

Worksop: Worksop Pharmacy, Bridge Street, and Worksop Pharmacy, Prospect Precinct.

Retford: Boots Pharmacy, Retford Primary Care Centre, North Road.

Please check opening times before travelling:
https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

Unsure where to get urgent medical help? Visit 111.nhs.uk or call 111. Always call 999 in a life-threatening emergency.

19/10/2026

19/10/2026

Happening tomorrow: Temporary change to Outpatients 1 & 2 entrance at DRI

If you are coming to Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI) for an outpatient appointment, pre op assessment or a blood test tomorrow (Tuesday 20 October), please be aware that the Outpatients 1 & 2 entrance will be temporarily closed all day.

During this time, you can access Outpatients 1 & 2 via either:
- The blue double doors to the left of the building entrance, as shown in the accompanying image.
- The main entrance via Gate 4. From the main foyer, follow the corridor to the right.

The Outpatients 1 & 2 entrance is expected to reopen the following day (Wednesday 21 October 2026).

Please allow a little extra time for your journey and follow the signs when you arrive.

19/10/2026

Have a minor injury?

You don’t always need A&E – our Minor Injuries Units can help you get seen more quickly while keeping Emergency Departments free for serious and life-threatening conditions.

We can treat things like:

• Sprains and strains
• Broken bones
• Cuts, grazes and wound infections
• Minor burns and scalds
• Minor head injuries (under 65, no symptoms)
• Insect and animal bites
• Minor eye injuries

Montagu Hospital: Open 9am–9pm every day (last arrival 8pm) for patients aged 1+

Doncaster Royal Infirmary & Bassetlaw Hospital: Minor injury services are available within our Emergency Departments – you’ll be directed on arrival.

Please note, Minor Injuries Units cannot treat serious conditions such as chest pain, breathing difficulties, major injuries, or mental health concerns.

Not sure where to go? Find the right service for your needs here: www.dbth.nhs.uk/find-the-best-service-for-your-illness-or-injury

18/10/2026

Need a pharmacy that’s open late?

There are several options across Doncaster and Bassetlaw where you can access pharmacy support when you need it. You can find the full list here:
https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/extended-and-late-night-pharmacies/

If you are unsure about your condition, you can also contact NHS 111 for advice and support at any time.

17/10/2026

For patients preparing for a kidney transplant, appointments and assessments can mean additional journeys, time and worry.

A new clinic at Doncaster Royal Infirmary is helping to make that process easier, bringing specialist transplant surgeons from Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Hospitals together with DBTH’s transplant nursing team.

Running on the first Tuesday of each month, the clinic allows patients to have their surgical assessment at DRI, with any further tests needed as part of the assessment also taking place there.

Initial assessments are also being offered to people considering donating a kidney to a family member or friend.

It’s an important step towards making specialist care more accessible for patients across our communities.

Find out more: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/news/new-clinic-brings-kidney-transplant-assessments-closer-to-home/