GP surgery in Farnham
Farnham Dene Medical Practice
Lodge Hill Road, Lower Bourne, Farnham, GU10 3RB
Scores 25 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 67% of patients say their experience is good and 47% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2024. 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 17
- Easy to get through on the phone24
- Easy to contact online44
- Good experience of getting in touch17
- Did not wait too long for the appointment21
Quality of care 40
- Patients rate the surgery as good14
- Patients got what they needed35
- Doctors and nurses listen67
- Patients trust the staff84
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done45
- Meets NHS clinical targets73
- Children vaccinated on time66
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
47%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
66%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-6
change since last year
2025: 73% · 2026: 67%
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 | 47% | 57% | 43% |
| Easy to contact via website | 56% | 58% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 43% | 54% | 51% |
| Reception staff helpful | 80% | 85% | 87% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 28% | 31% | 25% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 40% | 42% | 37% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 86% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 62% | 73% | 63% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 31% | 57% | 38% |
| Waiting time was about right | 60% | 69% | 57% |
| Remote appointment | 42% | 26% | 37% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 91% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 90% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 66% | 77% | 73% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 58% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 30% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 57% | 46% | 39% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 110 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.
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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 25 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Lodge Hill Road, Lower Bourne, Farnham, GU10 3RB
- Phone
- 01252 730100
- Website
- www.farnhamdene.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Farnham PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H81615 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Farnham Dene Medical Practice
- Lodge Hill Road, Lower Bourne, Farnham, GU10 3RB
- Treloar School and College
- Powell Drive, Holybourne, Alton, GU34 4GL
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- 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
- Lift
- Pharmacy
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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? | 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 | 12.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 82% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 61% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 64% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 77% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnham Dene Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 25 | 47% | 67% | Yes |
| Central SurgeryFarnham, GU9 7PT | 1.3 miles | 40 | 64% | 76% | Yes |
| Farnham Park Health GroupFarnham, GU9 9QS | 1.5 miles | 12 | 38% | 62% | Yes |
| Holly Tree SurgeryFarnham, GU10 4TG | 1.6 miles | 58 | 80% | 75% | Yes |
| The Border PracticeAldershot, GU12 4DN | 3.3 miles | 19 | 51% | 67% | Yes |
| Springfield SurgeryGodalming, GU8 6EG | 3.5 miles | 30 | 55% | 74% | Yes |
| Princes Gardens SurgeryAldershot, GU11 1BJ | 3.5 miles | 85 | 71% | 85% | Yes |
| The Cambridge PracticeAldershot, GU11 1AY | 3.8 miles | 17 | 43% | 66% | Yes |
| The Wellington PracticeAldershot, GU11 1AY | 3.8 miles | 11 | 49% | 69% | Yes |
| Crondall New SurgeryFarnham, GU10 5RF | 4.3 miles | 38 | 67% | 73% | Yes |
Central Surgery is 1.3 miles away, scores 40 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Farnham Dene Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Farnham Dene Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01252 730100.
How do patients rate Farnham Dene Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 67% of patients at Farnham Dene Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 47% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 25 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Farnham Dene Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Farnham Dene Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 September 2024).
What are the opening times of Farnham Dene Medical Practice?
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 25 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Farnham Dene Medical Practice?
Call 01252 730100 or visit its website, www.farnhamdene.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Lodge Hill Road, Lower Bourne, Farnham, GU10 3RB.
Does Farnham Dene Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Farnham Dene Medical Practice also runs Farnham Dene Medical Practice (Lodge Hill Road, Lower Bourne, Farnham, GU10 3RB) and Treloar School and College (Powell Drive, Holybourne, Alton, GU34 4GL). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Farnham Dene Medical Practice?
Around 14,695 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Farnham PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Surrey and Sussex 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.