Leighton Hospital Archives

Plans for new Leighton Hospital approved by Cheshire East councillors

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East councillors have given the go-ahead for a new Leighton Hospital in South Cheshire which will “secure the future of healthcare provision for decades to come”.

The strategic planning board was unanimous today (June 9th) in approving the outline application for a new six-storey hospital, ancillary buildings, multi-storey car park, access points, parking and associated infrastructure.

June 9, 2026 —

New Leighton Hospital plans recommended for approval by CEC

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Plans for a new Crewe hospital on land next to the existing site at Leighton have been recommended for approval.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking permission for a new six-storey hospital, ancillary buildings, multi-storey car park, access points, parking and associated infrastructure on land off Middlewich Road.

June 2, 2026 —

Solar panels at Leighton Hospital to save £10,000 a year

Solar panels have been installed at Leighton Hospital with the aim of saving almost £10,000 a year.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is saving money through a scheme by Great British Energy.

May 31, 2026 —

Assault near Nantwich Station leaves victim in hospital

A Nantwich man was attacked near Nantwich Station and left with injuries in Leighton Hospital.

Cheshire Police say the 31-year-old victim was assaulted by “unknown suspects” on Wellington Road at around 6pm last night (May 15th).

May 16, 2026 —

Leighton Hospital nurse collects national leadership award

A senior nurse at Mid Cheshire Hospitals has received a prestigious national honour for her long-term impact on the profession.

Dhanya Radhamani Dharan, deputy divisional head of nursing for the surgery and cancer division, claimed top spot in the Legacy Builder category at the ASKeN National Nursing Summit and Awards 2026.

May 11, 2026 —

New sensory kits launched in Nantwich and Leighton Hospital

New sensory kits have been introduced across NHS community services in Nantwich and Crewe to support autistic patients at healthcare appointments.

It’s part of a Mid Cheshire Hospitals Charity initiative which they staged during Autism Acceptance Month to help reduce anxiety and improve access to care.

May 10, 2026 —

Leighton team ditches hospital for a Sandstone Trail fundraiser

A Leighton Hospital specialist team is taking to the Sandstone Trail hills in Cheshire to raise money for children living with cystic fibrosis (CF).

Youngsters like Violet and Jace (pictured) who are treated for the condition spend long hours in hospital undergoing repeated tests that can become increasingly distressing.

May 5, 2026 —

Leighton Hospital trust unveils plan for research centre of excellence

Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust which runs Leighton Hospital has unveiled ambitious plans to become a North West centre of excellence for research and development by 2029.

Its plans focus on expanding opportunities for local people to take part in the latest trials, while enabling staff to lead and support more cutting-edge advancements.

March 25, 2026 —

New Leighton Hospital project appoints build partners

Bosses behind the new Leighton Hospital project have appointed 10 industry construction partners to the Hospital 2.0 Alliance (H2A).

The New Hospital Programme says it marks a “significant milestone” in delivering the largest hospital building programme in a generation, including the new Leighton in Crewe.

March 13, 2026 —

Cheshire College students embark on Leighton Hospital scheme

Students from Cheshire College – South & West have been working alongside construction, design and healthcare professionals to explore how sustainable travel can shape the future of Leighton Hospital.

Eleven T Level Design, Surveying and Planning students took part in an industry-led Active Travel in Hospital Design workshop.

February 11, 2026 —