Views on future of services at Penley Hospital sought

The consultation for Penley Hospital started on July 16 and runs until October 7.

Led by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, it seeks views on three potential options for the future use of the hospital.

No decision has been made, and feedback received during the consultation will help the health board decide which option should be taken forward.

The options have been developed following several months of engagement with patients, staff, local residents, partner organisations and community representatives, during which a wider range of ideas was explored before these three options were identified for public consultation.

The consultation documents explain each option, the reasons why change is being considered and the potential benefits and challenges associated with each.

Throughout the consultation, people will be able to share their views online, by post, by email or at a series of public drop-in events.

Paolo Tardivel, interim executive director of strategy and planning at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, said: “We know Penley Hospital is an important local asset and that people care deeply about its future.

"We are committed to listening to the views of everyone with an interest in the hospital before any decisions are made.

“We encourage people to read the consultation information, consider the options and tell us what matters most to them.

"Every response will be carefully considered before the Health Board decides on the next steps.”

Consultation documents (in English and Welsh), including a summary document, British Sign Language and Easy Read version, are available online and in the local area. Printed copies can also be requested.

Members of the public are also invited to attend one of the remaining drop-in events at Overton Village Hall:

• Thursday, September 10 – 10am–2.30pm
• Tuesday, September 15 – 2pm–7pm

The consultation closes at midnight on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.