GP surgery in Telford
Donnington Medical Practice
The Health Centre, Wrekin Drive, Donnington, Telford, TF2 8EA
Scores 3 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 53% of patients say their experience is good and 22% 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 3
- Easy to get through on the phone2
- Easy to contact online41
- Good experience of getting in touch0
- Did not wait too long for the appointment6
Quality of care 6
- Patients rate the surgery as good2
- Patients got what they needed37
- Doctors and nurses listen2
- Patients trust the staff13
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done12
- Meets NHS clinical targets18
- Children vaccinated on time46
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
22%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
52%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
+7
change since last year
2025: 45% · 2026: 53%
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 | 22% | 57% | 15% |
| Easy to contact via website | 55% | 58% | 5% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 30% | 54% | 17% |
| Reception staff helpful | 61% | 85% | 66% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 24% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 2% | 42% | 13% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 60% | 84% | 53% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 36% | 73% | 33% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 26% | 57% | 21% |
| Waiting time was about right | 50% | 69% | 43% |
| Remote appointment | 35% | 26% | 36% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 70% | 87% | 81% |
| Treated with care and concern | 75% | 86% | 79% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 58% | 75% | 58% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 89% |
| Confidence and trust | 87% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 52% | 77% | 45% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 62% | 79% | 64% |
| Supported by local services | 65% | 70% | 46% |
| Discussed managing condition | 26% | 43% | 36% |
| Agreed a care plan | 27% | 46% | 30% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 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 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 13 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Health Centre, Wrekin Drive, Donnington, Telford, TF2 8EA
- Phone
- 01952 605252
- Website
- www.donningtonmedicalpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Newport and Central PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M82012 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Pharmacy
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Text-to-speech and speech-to-text system
- Toilets
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 14 January 2019
This rating is 7 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 | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 18.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 85% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 50% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 73% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donnington Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 3 | 22% | 53% | Yes |
| Charlton Medical PracticeTelford, TF2 6AQ | 1.5 miles | 34 | 41% | 75% | Yes |
| Hollinswood SurgeryTelford, TF3 2EW | 2.8 miles | 85 | 80% | 93% | Yes |
| TeldocTelford, TF3 2BF | 3.1 miles | 1 | 6% | 52% | Yes |
| Wellington Medical PracticeTelford, TF1 1PZ | 3.4 miles | 2 | 23% | 55% | Yes |
| Dawley Medical PracticeTelford, TF4 2AA | 3.7 miles | 12 | 52% | 60% | Yes |
| Shifnal & Priorslee Medical PracticeShifnal, TF11 8DD | 3.9 miles | 9 | 12% | 52% | Yes |
| Stirchley Medical PracticeTelford, TF3 1FB | 4.1 miles | 15 | 32% | 74% | Yes |
| Wellington Road SurgeryNewport, TF10 7HG | 4.2 miles | 70 | 49% | 90% | Yes |
| Linden Hall SurgeryNewport, TF10 7EN | 4.2 miles | 93 | 78% | 95% | Yes |
Charlton Medical Practice is 1.5 miles away, scores 34 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Donnington Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Donnington Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01952 605252.
How do patients rate Donnington Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 53% of patients at Donnington Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 22% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 3 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Donnington Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Donnington Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 January 2019).
What are the opening times of Donnington Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 8pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 13 April 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Donnington Medical Practice?
Call 01952 605252 or visit its website, www.donningtonmedicalpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Health Centre, Wrekin Drive, Donnington, Telford, TF2 8EA.
How many patients are registered at Donnington Medical Practice?
Around 14,378 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Newport and Central 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.