NHS History is an educational online resource dedicated to exploring the history, development, and lasting impact of the National Health Service in England. From the establishment of the NHS in 1948 to the present day, NHShistory.co.uk provides well-researched information about the people, policies, hospitals, and healthcare developments that have shaped Britain’s public health system.

Created by health historian Geoffrey Rivett, the website brings together historical research, archived documents, policy developments, and educational resources in one accessible platform. Readers can discover how NHS hospitals evolved, how public health services expanded, and how medical care has changed across the United Kingdom over the decades.