Frome Community Hospital

Do not bother going there, ring 999 or call in at your surgery.

This is a brand-​new purpose built hospital situated on the Bath side of town. As you come in along the main Brath/​Trowbridge road from Oldford just follow the signs.
It’s easily accessible, has plenty of car parking, and the hospital itself is of course open 24 hours.
From the town centre there are buses that can drop you off close by for walking distance.
With the closure of the town’s established Victoria Hospital earlier this year, this new Community Hospital was opened with great fanfare. Several years building had produced a purpose-​built hospital which covered many facilities.
A 28-​bed inpatients ward, outpatients department, maternity wards, various Therapy centres, and the Minor Injuries Unit (also known as A&E or Casualty department depending on your local turn of phrase!)
In it’s favour it’s modern and designed around the town’s needs and fully staffed — which is fine if you live on the Bath side of town or have your own transport.
But not so good is the fact that those on the opposite side of town without transport will find it a very long walk (impossibly long if you’re unwell or injured) so will need to check bus times or book a taxi.
Plus, the A&E type department is only open during the daytime, which is not helpful for those than get injured in accidents during the evening or night. Progress is not always fully comprehensive!