GP surgery in Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Castle Medical Group
Ascebi House, 118 Burton Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 2LP
Scores 38 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 76% of patients say their experience is good and 43% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 11
- Easy to get through on the phone17
- Easy to contact online25
- Good experience of getting in touch11
- Did not wait too long for the appointment19
Quality of care 79
- Patients rate the surgery as good40
- Patients got what they needed88
- Doctors and nurses listen93
- Patients trust the staff90
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done77
- Meets NHS clinical targets90
- Children vaccinated on time90
What patients say
98 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
43%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
76%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 76%
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 | 43% | 57% | 67% |
| Easy to contact via website | 47% | 58% | 64% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 40% | 54% | 70% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 24% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 31% | 42% | 36% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 89% |
| Good experience of contacting | 58% | 73% | 85% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 66% | 57% | 65% |
| Waiting time was about right | 59% | 69% | 63% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 96% | 87% | 91% |
| Treated with care and concern | 95% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 83% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 100% | 92% | 95% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 97% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 76% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 88% | 79% | 90% |
| Supported by local services | 83% | 70% | 70% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 49% | 46% | 45% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 98 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 | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7:30am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 8 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Ascebi House, 118 Burton Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 2LP
- Phone
- 01530 414131
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.castlemedicalgroup.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North West Leicestershire PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C82014 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 20 October 2017
This rating is 8 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 17.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.9% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 82% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 69% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Medical Groupthis surgery | – | 38 | 43% | 76% | Yes |
| Woodville SurgerySwadlincote, DE11 7JE | 2.0 miles | 11 | 36% | 63% | Yes |
| Heartwood Medical PracticeSwadlincote, DE11 0AE | 3.0 miles | 6 | 45% | 65% | Yes |
| Swadlincote SurgerySwadlincote, DE11 0PP | 3.1 miles | 21 | 46% | 68% | Yes |
| Gresleydale Healthcare CentreSwadlincote, DE11 9JT | 3.5 miles | 25 | 44% | 74% | Yes |
| Measham Medical UnitSwadlincote, DE12 7HR | 3.8 miles | 54 | 66% | 79% | Yes |
| Newhall SurgerySwadlincote, DE11 0HU | 3.8 miles | 22 | 41% | 72% | Yes |
| Melbourne & Chellaston Medical PracticeDerby, DE73 8EF | 5.1 miles | 8 | 16% | 55% | Yes |
| WinshillBurton on Trent, DE15 0EP | 5.3 miles | 69 | 78% | 82% | Yes |
| Whitwick Health CentreCoalville, LE67 5HX | 5.7 miles | 74 | 77% | 85% | Yes |
Measham Medical Unit is 3.8 miles away, scores 54 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Castle Medical Group taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Castle Medical Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01530 414131.
How do patients rate Castle Medical Group?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 76% of patients at Castle Medical Group said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 43% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 38 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Castle Medical Group?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Castle Medical Group as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 October 2017).
What are the opening times of Castle Medical Group?
Reception is open Monday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Friday 7:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 8 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Castle Medical Group?
Call 01530 414131 or visit its website, www.castlemedicalgroup.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Ascebi House, 118 Burton Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 2LP.
How many patients are registered at Castle Medical Group?
Around 18,089 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North West Leicestershire PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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.