Affidea begins work on Wimbledon Quarter medical centre

Construction has begun on Affidea’s flagship medical centre at Wimbledon Quarter.

The 30,000 sqft facility is scheduled to open in late 2026. Affidea said it will be the first private clinic located within a UK retail destination, delivering a new model of accessible, community-based healthcare.

The centre will offer a comprehensive range of services including private GP care, minor injuries unit, advanced diagnostic imaging and specialist outpatient treatments supported by state-of-the-art surgical facilities. Designed as a modern, single level environment, it will bring services together under one roof to help enhance convenience and accessibility.

Affidea UK & Ireland CEO Barry Downes said: ‘Today’s groundbreaking isn’t just about starting a construction project; it’s about shifting the way we think about healthcare and how it is delivered. For too long, accessing care has meant travelling to large, centralised hospital settings, often involving long journeys, complex environments and unnecessary stress for patients. This new Affidea clinic in Wimbledon represents a clear departure from that traditional model.

‘Our goal is simple yet transformative: to deliver high-quality, professional care closer to where people live, work and shop. We are building a future where “going to the doctor” feels less like a chore and more like a supported, local experience, seamlessly integrated into everyday life.’