GP surgery in Folkestone and Hythe
Church Road
The Surgery, Church Road, Lyminge, Folkestone, CT18 8HY
Scores 98 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 96% of patients say their experience is good and 95% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. 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 98
- Easy to get through on the phone98
- Easy to contact online97
- Good experience of getting in touch97
- Did not wait too long for the appointment92
Quality of care 95
- Patients rate the surgery as good97
- Patients got what they needed95
- Doctors and nurses listen83
- Patients trust the staff52
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done88
- Meets NHS clinical targets86
- Children vaccinated on time88
What patients say
125 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
95%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
96%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 98% · 2026: 96%
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 | 95% | 57% | 90% |
| Easy to contact via website | 86% | 58% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 83% | 54% | 87% |
| Reception staff helpful | 97% | 85% | 98% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 25% | 31% | 45% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 87% | 42% | 88% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 97% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 85% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 94% | 73% | 95% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 67% | 57% | 87% |
| Waiting time was about right | 89% | 69% | 93% |
| Remote appointment | 9% | 26% | 7% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 98% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 98% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 81% | 75% | 95% |
| Had all the information needed | 97% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 100% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 100% |
| Needs were met | 98% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 96% | 77% | 98% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 93% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 64% | 43% | 61% |
| Agreed a care plan | 36% | 46% | 24% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 125 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 8pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 18 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Surgery, Church Road, Lyminge, Folkestone, CT18 8HY
- Phone
- 01303 862109
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Folkestone Hythe & Rural PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82652 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 21 November 2016
This rating is 9 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 | 23.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 10.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 75% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 77% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 69% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Roadthis surgery | – | 98 | 95% | 96% | Yes |
| New Lyminge SurgeryFolkestone, CT18 8NS | 0.4 miles | 42 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
| Hawkinge and ElhamCanterbury, CT4 6UH | 1.8 miles | 36 | 50% | 74% | Yes |
| White House SurgeryFolkestone, CT19 4PU | 3.8 miles | 11 | 28% | 65% | Yes |
| Sun LaneHythe, CT21 5JY | 4.0 miles | 26 | 56% | 72% | Yes |
| Sellindge SurgeryAshford, TN25 6JX | 4.1 miles | 10 | 56% | 64% | Yes |
| Oaklands Health CentreHythe, CT21 6BD | 4.2 miles | 28 | 49% | 72% | Yes |
| Sandgate RoadFolkestone, CT20 2HN | 4.8 miles | 8 | 25% | 57% | Yes |
| The New SurgeryFolkestone, CT19 5SR | 4.9 miles | 2 | 36% | 49% | Yes |
| Manor ClinicFolkestone, CT20 2SE | 5.0 miles | 21 | 44% | 69% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Church Road taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Church Road was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01303 862109.
How do patients rate Church Road?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 96% of patients at Church Road said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 95% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 98 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Church Road?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Church Road as Good at its last published inspection (report published 21 November 2016).
What are the opening times of Church Road?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 18 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Church Road?
Call 01303 862109. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Surgery, Church Road, Lyminge, Folkestone, CT18 8HY.
How many patients are registered at Church Road?
Around 2,981 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Folkestone Hythe & Rural PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Kent and Medway 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.