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Historic houses · London

Lister Hospital, Chelsea

In or near City of Westminster.

♿ Wheelchair: limited

Lister Hospital, Chelsea — a Grade II*-listed historic house in england-london, United Kingdom.

The Lister Hospital - geograph.org.uk - 3094527

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Sloane Square · 0.8 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Lister Hospital in Chelsea, the nearest railway station is Sloane Square, located 0.8 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is SW1W 8RH. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.

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About

Lister Hospital, Chelsea is a Grade II*-listed building in england-london, United Kingdom. Grade II* status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.

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Summary from the official site

The Lister Hospital in Chelsea is a private healthcare facility known for its specialized services in women's health, orthopaedic care, cardiac care, and cancer treatment. It features a renowned fertility clinic and offers a range of diagnostic and treatment options across various medical specialties.

Read more on the official property page.

From the Wikipedia article

The Lister Hospital in Chelsea is a private hospital in Chelsea Bridge Road, London. It is owned by the Hospital Corporation of America, the largest private operator of health care facilities in the world, and so is not part of the National Health Service.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Background

History

Opened in 1985, the hospital occupies the former premises of the Lister Institute of Preventive Medicine; both were named in honour of Joseph Lister, 1st Baron Lister, a British surgeon considered to be the pioneer of aseptic surgery. It generates revenue per bed of circa £1 million a year.

Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Coordinates
51.4863, -0.1502
District
Westminster
Parish
Westminster, unparished area
Postcode
SW1W 8RH
Parliamentary constituency
Cities of London and Westminster
Phone
020 7730 8298
Established
1985
Nearest railway station
Sloane Square0.8 km
Opening
Monday to Friday: 8am - 6pm

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lister Hospital, Chelsea?
Lister Hospital, Chelsea is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1W 8RH), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
What is Lister Hospital, Chelsea?
Lister Hospital, Chelsea — a Grade II*-listed historic house in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Lister Hospital, Chelsea?
The nearest railway station is Sloane Square, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1W 8RH.
When was Lister Hospital, Chelsea built?
Built or established in 1985. Designed by Paul Waterhouse.
Is Lister Hospital, Chelsea a listed building?
Lister Hospital, Chelsea is officially recognised as Grade II* listed.
How do I get to Lister Hospital, Chelsea?
The nearest railway station is Sloane Square, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1W 8RH.