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Dialysis in London, United Kingdom
Travelling to London and need holiday dialysis while you're there? Below are 2 dialysis centers in and near London. Tell us your dates and we'll confirm availability and book your sessions.
Dialysis centers in London
Centers we've identified in or near London. Confirm availability and details directly — Dialysis Go verifies and books your session as part of arranging your visit.
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Dialysis abroad only works if you're covered for it. Check each policy's wording on pre-existing conditions before you rely on it.
King's College Hospital Renal Unit
Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RS
Tel: 020 3299 9000
Network with satellite units at Bromley, Darent Valley, Dulwich, London Bridge, and Woolwich.
Highest-rated hotel nearby: 41 — 9.7/10 (663 reviews), ~4.4 km away
Tottenham Hale Dialysis & Advanced Kidney Care Centre
Tottenham Hale, London
Royal Free London NHS unit; 48 stations, capacity for up to 270 patients.
Highest-rated hotel nearby: AMTD Dao by Dorsett Hornsey — 9.3/10 (291 reviews), ~4.4 km away
Planning dialysis in London
- Centers listed
- 2
- Typical cost per session
- $200–$400 (if paying privately)
- Peak season
- Year-round, busiest June–August and December
- Nearest airport
- London Heathrow (LHR) or Gatwick (LGW)
- Language
- English
Costs are indicative ranges for United Kingdom, not quotes. Estimate your whole trip.
Who pays for dialysis in London?
- EU/EEA and Swiss residents: a valid EHIC covers pre-arranged dialysis at NHS units. Arrange it with the unit before you travel.
- Other overseas visitors: NHS and private units usually charge per session. Check whether your country has a reciprocal healthcare agreement with the UK, but expect dialysis to be charged.
- US Medicare patients: Original Medicare generally does not pay for dialysis outside the US. Some Medicare Advantage and private plans include limited cover abroad, so check yours before you go.
- Canadian residents: some provincial health plans reimburse part of the cost of dialysis out of the country. Check the rate and paperwork with your province before you travel.
When to book
Book 6–8 weeks ahead. NHS units have limited holiday capacity, so allow longer in summer or consider a private unit. Peak season in London: Year-round, busiest June–August and December.
Emergency numbers in London
In an emergency, call 999 for an ambulance. Tell the operator you're on dialysis and which unit treats you, and keep your access details and medication list with you.
999Ambulance, police and fireWhat the unit in London will ask for
- Your current dialysis prescription (dialyser, dry weight, access, anticoagulation).
- Blood results from the last 4–6 weeks, including virology (hepatitis B and C, HIV).
- Records from your last few sessions and a current medication list.
- A referral or fit-to-travel letter from your nephrologist.
- An MRSA screen and recent ECG, if the unit asks for them.
Each unit has its own list — read the full travel guide or check entry requirements for United Kingdom.
Wheelchair rental in London
Long days, dialysis fatigue and unfamiliar streets add up. Renting a wheelchair or mobility scooter for your stay in London saves your energy for the things you came to do.
- Book a few weeks ahead in peak season and ask for delivery to your hotel, so the chair is waiting when you arrive.
- Tell the supplier your weight, seat width and how you'll use it — a lightweight folding chair for taxis, or a power chair or scooter for longer distances.
- Ask your airline for free wheelchair assistance at both airports when you book your flight; it's separate from renting a chair for your stay.
- Check the dialysis unit and your hotel have step-free access, and whether the unit can lend a chair between the entrance and your station.
Things to do in London around dialysis
Most people feel tired after a session, so keep treatment days light and save the big outings for days off. Effort ratings are a rough guide — you know your own energy best.
On session days
Easy
British Museum
Free entry and lifts throughout, so you can drop in for an hour and see a few highlights.
Easy
River boat to Greenwich
A Thames river bus from Westminster or the Embankment is sightseeing sitting down.
Easy
Sky Garden
Free city views from a rooftop garden, but you need to book a slot in advance.
On free days
Moderate
Tower of London
The Crown Jewels (with a moving walkway) and centuries of history, with plenty of stairs and cobbles.
Moderate
Kew Gardens
Huge botanic gardens and glasshouses. Pace yourself and plan rest stops.
Moderate
Windsor Castle
Under an hour by train from central London.
Tips for London on dialysis
- Many Tube stations have long stairs. Use TfL's step-free map, or take buses, which are all low-floor.
- London's museums are mostly free, so you can make short visits on session days without feeling you've wasted a ticket.
Tickets and tours for London: Tiqets · KKday · Welcome Pickups Sightseeing. Timed tickets make it easier to plan around your sessions. More on sightseeing with dialysis.
Dialysis in London: common questions
- Is there a dialysis center in London?
- Yes. We list 2 dialysis centers in and near London: King's College Hospital Renal Unit and Tottenham Hale Dialysis & Advanced Kidney Care Centre.
- How much does holiday dialysis cost in London?
- If you're paying privately, expect roughly $200–$400 per haemodialysis session in United Kingdom. The clinic sets the exact price, and we confirm it with you before anything is booked.
- Is dialysis free for visitors in London?
- EU/EEA and Swiss residents: a valid EHIC covers pre-arranged dialysis at NHS units. Arrange it with the unit before you travel. Other overseas visitors: NHS and private units usually charge per session. Check whether your country has a reciprocal healthcare agreement with the UK, but expect dialysis to be charged.
- How far ahead should I book dialysis in London?
- Book 6–8 weeks ahead. NHS units have limited holiday capacity, so allow longer in summer or consider a private unit. Peak season in London is year-round, busiest June–August and December.
- What can I do in London on a dialysis day?
- Keep treatment days short and low-effort — for example British Museum, River boat to Greenwich and Sky Garden. Save bigger outings like Tower of London and Kew Gardens for days without a session.
- Which airport is closest to London?
- London Heathrow (LHR) or Gatwick (LGW). Try to book your first session within a day or two of landing so you don't go too long between treatments.
- What is the emergency number in London?
- Call 999 for an ambulance in London (ambulance, police and fire). Tell the operator you're on dialysis and keep your access details and medication list with you.
- Can I rent a wheelchair in London?
- Yes — mobility equipment suppliers in and around London rent manual wheelchairs, power chairs and scooters by the day or week, and many deliver to your hotel. Book ahead in peak season, and ask your airline separately for free wheelchair assistance at the airport.
NHS visitor dialysis and private units nationwide. Charges apply for most non-residents. Holiday dialysis across United Kingdom.