Who We Are
We provide hospital and community healthcare to the residents of the Wigan Borough and provide specialist services to a much wider regional, national and international catchment area. We put people at the heart. We listen and involve. We are kind and respectful. We are one team. We are WWL.
Our Hospitals and Locations
We provide a wide range of patient centred, high quality health and care services; from community services embedded within local areas, to acute care including world-class specialist services. Our three main sites are the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary (Wigan), Leigh Infirmary and Wrightington Hospital. We provide services in a number of community locations, people’s homes and virtually.
Latest News and Events from WWL
06-07-2026 | Latest News
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new Patient Information Library on the Trust website – a major step forward in improving patient experience; making health information easier to...
29-06-2026 | Latest News
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WWL) has unveiled a £300,000 investment at its world-renowned centre of excellence for orthopaedic surgery, Wrightington Hospital to ensure it remains at...
23-06-2026 | Latest News
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL) joined in celebrations across the UK to honour the researchers, volunteers and participants who make medical breakthroughs possible for #Red4...