St George's Hospital

St George's Hospital is a mental health facility in Stafford with multiple buildings, where the main structure dates from the early 1800s and features a distinctive corridor-style design. The site provides specialized services for adults, veterans, and people with substance misuse issues.

The building opened in 1818 as Stafford General Asylum, designed by architect Joseph Potter. Major expansions occurred in 1879 and 1884 with new gender-specific blocks added to the site.

The transition from a large asylum to modern mental health units reflects the evolution of psychiatric care methods and societal approaches to mental health treatment.

The site is accessible via public transport and located centrally in Stafford. Visitors should be aware this is an active hospital and access to certain areas may be restricted.

The original main building has been converted into apartments called St George's Mansions, while mental health services continue in adjacent new facilities. This split shows how historical structures serve new purposes while healthcare operates in modern settings.

Location: Stafford

Inception: 1818

Part of: National Health Service

Website: http://sssft.nhs.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.81147,-2.11416

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:01