GP surgery in Fenland
Fenland Group Practice
The Surgery, 4 Cathedral View, Manea, March, PE15 0GN
Scores 29 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 77% of patients say their experience is good and 57% 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 32
- Easy to get through on the phone41
- Easy to contact online70
- Good experience of getting in touch32
- Did not wait too long for the appointment22
Quality of care 28
- Patients rate the surgery as good41
- Patients got what they needed14
- Doctors and nurses listen13
- Patients trust the staff8
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done49
- Meets NHS clinical targets75
- Children vaccinated on time77
What patients say
122 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
57%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
77%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 78% · 2026: 77%
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 | 57% | 57% | 54% |
| Easy to contact via website | 66% | 58% | 71% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 66% | 54% | 65% |
| Reception staff helpful | 73% | 85% | 76% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 28% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 29% | 42% | 31% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 84% | 84% | 79% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 69% | 73% | 64% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 33% |
| Waiting time was about right | 61% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 20% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 79% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 78% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 60% | 75% | 67% |
| Had all the information needed | 85% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 86% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 84% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 77% | 77% | 78% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 64% | 79% | 81% |
| Supported by local services | 60% | 70% | 78% |
| Discussed managing condition | 33% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 33% | 46% | 38% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 122 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 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 24 August 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Surgery, 4 Cathedral View, Manea, March, PE15 0GN
- Phone
- 01354 740311
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Fenland PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D81611 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Doddington
- 11d Benwick Road, Doddington, March, PE15 0TG
- Wimblington
- North Witchford Lodge, Wimblington, March, PE15 0PT
- Rainbow Surgery
- 1 Stocking Fen Road, Ramsey, Huntingdon, PE26 1SA
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- 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
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Requires improvement |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 20.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 21.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 77% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 87% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 60% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fenland Group Practicethis surgery | – | 29 | 57% | 77% | Yes |
| Fenland Integrated Diabetes ServiceMarch, PE15 0UG | 5.3 miles | – | – | – | – |
| St. George's Medical CentreEly, CB6 1JU | 5.4 miles | 80 | 66% | 84% | Yes |
| George Clare SurgeryChatteris, PE16 6EX | 5.6 miles | 10 | 45% | 64% | Yes |
| Mercheford HouseMarch, PE15 9BY | 5.9 miles | 74 | 63% | 84% | Yes |
| Cornerstone PracticeMarch, PE15 9BF | 5.9 miles | 20 | 39% | 73% | Yes |
| Riverside PracticeMarch, PE15 8BG | 6.2 miles | 38 | 44% | 76% | Yes |
| Cathedral Medical CentreEly, CB6 1DN | 6.3 miles | 77 | 70% | 83% | Yes |
| St Mary's SurgeryEly, CB7 4HF | 6.7 miles | 75 | 55% | 88% | Yes |
| Priors Field SurgeryEly, CB6 2RB | 6.9 miles | 60 | 59% | 84% | Yes |
St. George's Medical Centre is 5.4 miles away, scores 80 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Fenland Group Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Fenland Group Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01354 740311.
How do patients rate Fenland Group Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 77% of patients at Fenland Group Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 57% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 29 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Fenland Group Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Fenland Group Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 16 January 2024).
What are the opening times of Fenland Group Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Friday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 24 August 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Fenland Group Practice?
Call 01354 740311. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Surgery, 4 Cathedral View, Manea, March, PE15 0GN.
Does Fenland Group Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Fenland Group Practice also runs Doddington (11d Benwick Road, Doddington, March, PE15 0TG) and Wimblington (North Witchford Lodge, Wimblington, March, PE15 0PT) and Rainbow Surgery (1 Stocking Fen Road, Ramsey, Huntingdon, PE26 1SA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Fenland Group Practice?
Around 13,408 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Fenland PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Central East 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.