For most people on Sheppey, hospital appointments mean Medway Maritime in Gillingham or Maidstone Hospital at Barming. Both are a fair drive, so a bit of planning helps.
How far is it?
| From | Medway Maritime | Maidstone Hospital |
|---|---|---|
| Sheerness | 19.5 mi · ~30 min | 21.7 mi · ~35 min |
| Minster | 18.2 mi · ~30 min | 20.4 mi · ~30 min |
| Leysdown | 23.5 mi · ~35 min | 25.7 mi · ~40 min |
| Sittingbourne | 12.7 mi · ~20 min | 14.9 mi · ~25 min |
Typical times by road; morning traffic can add more.
When to book
- As soon as you get your appointment letter: early-morning slots are popular
- Allow extra time for morning traffic, parking queues at the entrance and finding the right department
- Aim to arrive 15–20 minutes early, especially for a first appointment
Getting home
Appointments often run late, so book a rough return time and call us when you're done. If you're being discharged, tell the ward you have a taxi booked and give us a call when you're ready.
Book with the form above or call 01795 25 25 01. See local taxis in Sheerness.
