GP surgery in Shropshire
Churchmere Medical Group
Trimpley Street, Ellesmere, SY12 0DB
Scores 33 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 72% 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 2019. 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 25
- Easy to get through on the phone17
- Easy to contact online29
- Good experience of getting in touch39
- Did not wait too long for the appointment33
Quality of care 48
- Patients rate the surgery as good26
- Patients got what they needed93
- Doctors and nurses listen49
- Patients trust the staff30
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets90
- Children vaccinated on time78
What patients say
121 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
43%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
72%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-5
change since last year
2025: 76% · 2026: 72%
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% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via website | 49% | 58% | 55% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 68% | 54% | 57% |
| Reception staff helpful | 84% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 14% | 31% | 17% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 22% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 84% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 69% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 53% | 57% | 55% |
| Waiting time was about right | 65% | 69% | 65% |
| Remote appointment | 32% | 26% | 26% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 73% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 90% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 88% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 98% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 72% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 78% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 29% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 37% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 121 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 | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 5 April 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Trimpley Street, Ellesmere, SY12 0DB
- Phone
- 01691 242222
- Website
- www.churchmere.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Shropshire PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M82025 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Churchmere Medical Group
- Clayton Health Centre, Pauls Moss, Whitchurch, SY13 1FQ
Access and facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 18 November 2019
This rating is 6 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 | 20.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 59% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 89% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 67% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 57% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 81% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 67% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchmere Medical Groupthis surgery | – | 33 | 43% | 72% | Yes |
| Cambrian Medical PracticeOswestry, SY11 1GA | 7.0 miles | 44 | 38% | 83% | Yes |
| The Caxton SurgeryOswestry, SY11 1RD | 7.2 miles | 59 | 63% | 85% | Yes |
| Plas Ffynnon Medical CentreOswestry, SY11 2RB | 7.3 miles | 64 | 60% | 87% | Yes |
| Wem and Prees Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY4 5AF | 8.0 miles | 64 | 58% | 79% | Yes |
| Prescott SurgeryShrewsbury, SY4 2DR | 8.7 miles | 90 | 91% | 95% | Yes |
| Knockin Medical CentreOswestry, SY10 8HL | 8.9 miles | 78 | 74% | 89% | Yes |
| Laurel Bank SurgeryMalpas, SY14 8PS | 9.4 miles | 94 | 92% | 98% | Yes |
| Clive Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY4 5PS | 9.9 miles | 51 | 65% | 78% | Yes |
| Shawbury Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY4 4JS | 13.3 miles | 58 | 54% | 84% | Yes |
Cambrian Medical Practice is 7.0 miles away, scores 44 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Churchmere Medical Group taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Churchmere Medical Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01691 242222.
How do patients rate Churchmere Medical Group?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 72% of patients at Churchmere 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 33 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Churchmere Medical Group?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Churchmere Medical Group as Good at its last published inspection (report published 18 November 2019).
What are the opening times of Churchmere Medical Group?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 5 April 2018. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Churchmere Medical Group?
Call 01691 242222 or visit its website, www.churchmere.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Trimpley Street, Ellesmere, SY12 0DB.
Does Churchmere Medical Group have a branch surgery?
Yes. Churchmere Medical Group also runs Churchmere Medical Group (Clayton Health Centre, Pauls Moss, Whitchurch, SY13 1FQ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Churchmere Medical Group?
Around 20,845 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Shropshire PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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.