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Proud partner of NHS Devon 

As we get older our hearing can change, and that’s perfectly normal. If you think you might be experiencing hearing loss, it’s time to see our expert audiologists for your free NHS-funded hearing check. You don’t need a GP referral, and if you do need hearing aids, you can get them for free on the NHS.
Book your free NHS Hearing Check

Helping you find expert hearing care, close to home

If your GP surgery is in Devon, you can book into any of these clinics:
  1. St Leonard's Practice, Athelstan Road, St Leonards, Exeter, EX1 1SB
  2. Tor View Clinical Rooms, 4 Kew Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, EX2 5AZ
  3. Exmouth Community Hospital Annex, Claremont Grove, Exmouth, EX8 2JN
  4. Riverside Surgery, Le Molay-Littry Way, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbott, TQ13 9QP
  5. Victoria Hospital Sidmouth, Blackmore Drive, Sidmouth, EX10 8EW
  6. Culm Valley Integrated Health Centre, Willand Road, Collompton, EX15 1FE
  7. Bideford Medical Centre, Abbotsham Road, Bideford, EX39 3AF
  8. Queens Medical Centre, 6/7 Queens Street, Barnstaple, EX32 8HY

Get your hearing seen to fast

NHS hearing checks are usually available really quickly and if you need NHS funded hearing aids, these can usually be fitted the same day.

If you are registered as housebound, please request our home visit service from your GP, or get in touch with us.
Get in touch

Why choose The Hearing People?

Clinics local to you in Devon
No long wait times
In most cases, we can fit your hearing aid on the same day as your hearing assessment
Latest NHS Bluetooth* technology
Your pathway to personalised, expert,
local NHS hearing care

Let’s check if you’re eligible:


1. You have age-related hearing loss


2. You’re aged 55+


3. You are registered with a GP surgery in Devon

Please note, if you’re experiencing any of the below symptoms or conditions, you need to contact your GP as we’re unable to support you through this NHS service.

  • Rapid hearing loss or deterioration within the last 90 days.
  • Hearing that’s much worse in one ear (we can check this if you’re not sure).
  • Ear pain or discharge that’s lasted for more than a week in the last 90 days.
  • Fluctuating hearing loss.
  • Tinnitus that is bothersome, one-sided or pulsating.
  • Vertigo, including spinning, dizziness, swaying or floating sensations.
  • You’re under current ENT investigation for any symptoms.
Book your free NHS hearing check

How do you know if you have hearing loss?

Hearing loss can come on gradually, so it’s not always clear if you’re affected by it. To help, have a look over these sentences, if they sound like you, it might be time to see
one of our expert audiologists.
  • People seem to mumble when they talk
  • You need to ask people to repeat themselves
  • Taking part in a conversation in a noisy place is difficult
  • You need to turn the TV up louder
  • You find it hard to join in group chats
  • Hearing on the phone is difficult
  • You sometimes don’t hear the doorbell

Need help? We’re all ears
If you have any questions or would like to book a free NHS hearing check, please get in touch.
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You can also get in touch with our patient team directly:
0800 023 8000
nhs@thehearingpeople.co.uk

Frequently asked questions

We usually have appointments available within a few days. But please check availability with your local clinic when you book.

Once our audiologist checks your hearing, if you need hearing aids in most cases we can fit them the same day. There are times this can’t happen, for example if you need earmoulds made.

No, it’s completely free. Our audiology services are entirely funded by the NHS, so you don’t have to pay anything for your hearing aids, batteries or follow-up services.

Yes, our NHS hearing aids are Bluetooth* enabled, so you can enjoy seamless integration with digital devices for an enhanced hearing experience. You can even use an app on your phone to control your hearing aid settings like the volume and background noise reduction features.

*Connects to the latest iOS and certain android devices only. If you are unsure, please ask your audiologist to check for compatibility. You may need additional accessories for non-compatible devices.

Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring a family member or friend along to your appointment. Having a familiar voice present can be very helpful when checking your hearing.

If you need to get in touch to change your appointment date or time, please give us a call on 0345 163 0345

Proud partner of NHS Coventry and Warwickshire

As we get older our hearing can change, and that’s perfectly normal. If you think you might be experiencing hearing loss, it’s time to see our expert audiologists for your free NHS-funded hearing check. You don’t need a GP referral, and if you do need hearing aids, you can get them for free on the NHS.
Book your free NHS Hearing Check

Helping you find expert hearing care, close to home

If your GP surgery is in Coventry or Warwickshire, you can book into any of these clinics:
  1. St Leonard's Practice, Athelstan Road, St Leonards, Exeter, EX1 1SB
  2. Tor View Clinical Rooms, 4 Kew Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, EX2 5AZ
  3. Exmouth Community Hospital Annex, Claremont Grove, Exmouth, EX8 2JN
  4. Riverside Surgery, Le Molay-Littry Way, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbott, TQ13 9QP
  5. Victoria Hospital Sidmouth, Blackmore Drive, Sidmouth, EX10 8EW
  6. Culm Valley Integrated Health Centre, Willand Road, Collompton, EX15 1FE
  7. Bideford Medical Centre, Abbotsham Road, Bideford, EX39 3AF
  8. Queens Medical Centre, 6/7 Queens Street, Barnstaple, EX32 8HY

Get your hearing seen to fast

NHS hearing checks are usually available really quickly and if you need NHS funded hearing aids, these can usually be fitted the same day.

If you are registered as housebound, please request our home visit service from your GP, or get in touch with us.
Get in touch

Why choose The Hearing People?

Clinics local to you in Coventry and Warwickshire
No long wait times
In most cases, we can fit your hearing aid on the same day as your hearing assessment
Latest NHS Bluetooth* technology
Your pathway to personalised, expert, local NHS hearing care

Let’s check if you’re eligible:


1. You have age-related hearing loss


2. You’re aged 55+


3. You are registered with a GP surgery in Coventry & Warwickshire

Please note, if you’re experiencing any of the below symptoms or conditions, you need to contact your GP as we’re unable to support you through this NHS service.

  • Rapid hearing loss or deterioration within the last 90 days.
  • Hearing that’s much worse in one ear (we can check this if you’re not sure).
  • Ear pain or discharge that’s lasted for more than a week in the last 90 days.
  • Fluctuating hearing loss.
  • Tinnitus that is bothersome, one-sided or pulsating.
  • Vertigo, including spinning, dizziness, swaying or floating sensations.
  • You’re under current ENT investigation for any symptoms.
Book your free NHS hearing check

How do you know if you have hearing loss?

Hearing loss can come on gradually, so it’s not always clear if you’re affected by it. To help, have a look over these sentences, if they sound like you, it might be time to see
one of our expert audiologists.
  • People seem to mumble when they talk
  • You need to ask people to repeat themselves
  • Taking part in a conversation in a noisy place is difficult
  • You need to turn the TV up louder
  • You find it hard to join in group chats
  • Hearing on the phone is difficult
  • You sometimes don’t hear the doorbell

Need help? We’re all ears
If you have any questions or would like to book a free NHS hearing check, please get in touch.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
You can also get in touch with our patient team directly:
0800 023 8000
nhs@thehearingpeople.co.uk

Frequently asked questions

We usually have appointments available within a few days. But please check availability with your local clinic when you book.

Once our audiologist checks your hearing, if you need hearing aids in most cases we can fit them the same day. There are times this can’t happen, for example if you need earmoulds made.

No, it’s completely free. Our audiology services are entirely funded by the NHS, so you don’t have to pay anything for your hearing aids, batteries or follow-up services.

Yes, our NHS hearing aids are Bluetooth* enabled, so you can enjoy seamless integration with digital devices for an enhanced hearing experience. You can even use an app on your phone to control your hearing aid settings like the volume and background noise reduction features.

*Connects to the latest iOS and certain android devices only. If you are unsure, please ask your audiologist to check for compatibility. You may need additional accessories for non-compatible devices.

Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring a family member or friend along to your appointment. Having a familiar voice present can be very helpful when checking your hearing.

If you need to get in touch to change your appointment date or time, please give us a call on 0345 163 0345
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