GP surgery in Bourne
Bourne Galletly Practice Team
40 North Road, Bourne, PE10 9BT
Scores 88 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 86% of patients say their experience is good and 66% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding in 2023. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 87
- Easy to get through on the phone57
- Easy to contact online89
- Good experience of getting in touch84
- Did not wait too long for the appointment99
Quality of care 84
- Patients rate the surgery as good76
- Patients got what they needed61
- Doctors and nurses listen68
- Patients trust the staff53
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done44
- Meets NHS clinical targets79
- Children vaccinated on time89
What patients say
128 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
65%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
86%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-4
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 86%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 65% | 57% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via website | 77% | 58% | 78% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 82% | 54% | 61% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 18% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 15% | 42% | 26% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 94% | 84% | 98% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 87% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 74% | 57% | 71% |
| Waiting time was about right | 96% | 69% | 91% |
| Remote appointment | 26% | 26% | 16% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 85% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 69% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 86% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 73% | 70% | 66% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 43% | 46% | 22% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 128 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
Tell us about this surgery
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 16 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 40 North Road, Bourne, PE10 9BT
- Phone
- 01778 562200
- Website
- www.galletly.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Lincolnshire Rural PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C83054 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Autism training for staff
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Enhanced lighting
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Off-site car parking nearby
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Outstanding |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 17.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 20.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 61% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourne Galletly Practice Teamthis surgery | – | 88 | 66% | 86% | Yes |
| Hereward Medical CentreBourne, PE10 9XR | 0.5 miles | 80 | 68% | 86% | Yes |
| Market Cross SurgeryGrantham, NG33 4BB | 6.2 miles | 52 | 74% | 82% | Yes |
| The Deepings PracticePeterborough, PE6 8DD | 6.8 miles | 5 | 26% | 49% | Yes |
| The Glenside Country PracticeGrantham, NG33 4RZ | 6.9 miles | 84 | 77% | 84% | Yes |
| The New Springwells PracticeSleaford, NG34 0QQ | 8.3 miles | 98 | 93% | 95% | Yes |
| Lakeside Healthcare StamfordStamford, PE9 1YA | 9.1 miles | 19 | 29% | 65% | Yes |
| Munro Medical CentreSpalding, PE11 2BY | 9.7 miles | 76 | 80% | 84% | Yes |
| Beechfield Medical CentreSpalding, PE11 1UN | 9.7 miles | 4 | 38% | 61% | Yes |
| Colsterworth SurgeryGrantham, NG33 5NJ | 10.4 miles | 79 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Bourne Galletly Practice Team taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Bourne Galletly Practice Team was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01778 562200.
How do patients rate Bourne Galletly Practice Team?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 86% of patients at Bourne Galletly Practice Team said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 66% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 88 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Bourne Galletly Practice Team?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Bourne Galletly Practice Team as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 8 December 2023).
What are the opening times of Bourne Galletly Practice Team?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 16 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Bourne Galletly Practice Team?
Call 01778 562200 or visit its website, www.galletly.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 40 North Road, Bourne, PE10 9BT.
How many patients are registered at Bourne Galletly Practice Team?
Around 15,417 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Lincolnshire Rural PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Lincolnshire NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.