We know how important visiting is for our patients, their families, friends and carers.
Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases locally and nationally, from 8 October 2025 all visitors must wear a mask while in clinical areas at our hospitals. Masks will be available at all main entrances at East Surrey Hospital. Wearing masks in non-clinical areas remains optional.
If you have symptoms associated with respiratory conditions, including COVID-19 and flu, we ask that you do not visit our hospital unless you are a patient with a booked appointment which you should still attend.
If you have had diarrhoea or vomiting, you should not come to the hospital until you have been symptom free for at least 48 hours. You can find out more about Norovirus here.
Visiting remains open, except for wards with infection control restrictions in place such as in areas affected by Norovirus.
We have put these measures in place to protect patients, our community and NHS staff while ensuring as many services as possible are available for those who need them.
We will keep these arrangements under close review and will update this page with the latest guidance.
Updated 8 Oct 2025