GP surgery in Cornwall
Fowey River Practice
Rawlings Lane, Fowey, PL23 1DT
Scores 69 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 68% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2018. 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 85
- Easy to get through on the phone62
- Easy to contact online88
- Good experience of getting in touch80
- Did not wait too long for the appointment90
Quality of care 44
- Patients rate the surgery as good61
- Patients got what they needed38
- Doctors and nurses listen50
- Patients trust the staff31
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done17
- Meets NHS clinical targets55
- Children vaccinated on time46
What patients say
147 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
68%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 81% · 2026: 82%
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 | 68% | 57% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via website | 76% | 58% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 65% | 54% | 62% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 86% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 39% | 31% | 43% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 48% | 42% | 33% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 80% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 74% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 62% | 57% | 46% |
| Waiting time was about right | 87% | 69% | 80% |
| Remote appointment | 18% | 26% | 17% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 88% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 82% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 81% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 76% | 79% | 79% |
| Supported by local services | 60% | 70% | 68% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 42% |
| Agreed a care plan | 32% | 46% | 44% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 147 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 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 24 June 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Rawlings Lane, Fowey, PL23 1DT
- Phone
- 01726 829272
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.foweyriverpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Three Harbours and Bosvena PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L82035 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Par
- Par Health Centre, Eastcliffe RD, Par, PL24 2AJ
- Polruan
- The Quay, Polruan, PL23 1PA
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 26 September 2018
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 | 16.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 59% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 43% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fowey River Practicethis surgery | – | 69 | 68% | 82% | Yes |
| Middleway SurgeryPar, PL24 2JL | 3.7 miles | 43 | 66% | 74% | Yes |
| Lostwithiel SurgeryLostwithiel, PL22 0EF | 5.0 miles | 94 | 96% | 92% | Yes |
| St Austell Health GroupSt. Austell, PL25 3EF | 5.5 miles | 36 | 45% | 70% | Yes |
| Old Bridge SurgeryLooe, PL13 1HA | 8.0 miles | 50 | 69% | 83% | Yes |
| Mevagissey SurgerySt. Austell, PL26 6UE | 8.2 miles | 5 | 27% | 57% | Yes |
| Bosvena HealthBodmin, PL31 2JJ | 10.0 miles | 10 | 49% | 63% | Yes |
| Clays PracticeSt. Austell, PL26 8JF | 10.0 miles | 80 | 84% | 88% | Yes |
| Rosedean SurgeryLiskeard, PL14 4AQ | 10.9 miles | 2 | 15% | 52% | Yes |
| Brannel SurgerySt Austell, PL26 7RL | 11.3 miles | 82 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
Lostwithiel Surgery is 5.0 miles away, scores 94 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Fowey River Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Fowey River Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01726 829272.
How do patients rate Fowey River Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Fowey River Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 68% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 69 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Fowey River Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Fowey River Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 26 September 2018).
What are the opening times of Fowey River 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 24 June 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Fowey River Practice?
Call 01726 829272 or visit its website, www.foweyriverpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Rawlings Lane, Fowey, PL23 1DT.
Does Fowey River Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Fowey River Practice also runs Par (Par Health Centre, Eastcliffe RD, Par, PL24 2AJ) and Polruan (The Quay, Polruan, PL23 1PA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Fowey River Practice?
Around 8,263 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Three Harbours and Bosvena PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 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.