GP surgery in Barnsley
Grimethorpe Surgery
The Grimethorpe Centre, Acorn Way, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72 7NZ
Scores 39 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 67% of patients say their experience is good and 54% 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 46
- Easy to get through on the phone35
- Easy to contact online30
- Good experience of getting in touch36
- Did not wait too long for the appointment74
Quality of care 33
- Patients rate the surgery as good15
- Patients got what they needed46
- Doctors and nurses listen33
- Patients trust the staff13
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done71
- Meets NHS clinical targets98
- Children vaccinated on time80
What patients say
89 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
54%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
67%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-1
change since last year
2025: 68% · 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 | 54% | 57% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via website | 50% | 58% | 31% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 60% | 54% | 51% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 32% | 31% | 42% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 45% | 42% | 30% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 74% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 71% | 73% | 59% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 47% | 57% | 37% |
| Waiting time was about right | 79% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 13% | 26% | 12% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 85% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 78% | 86% | 77% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 63% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 87% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 87% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 87% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 67% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 77% | 79% | 64% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 63% |
| Discussed managing condition | 45% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 43% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 89 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 9 June 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Grimethorpe Centre, Acorn Way, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72 7NZ
- Phone
- 01226 716809
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Fcp Service - Barnsley PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C85018 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Grimethorpe Surgery (Cudworth Branch)
- The Cudworth Centre, Carlton Street, Barnsley, S72 8SU · 01226 717035
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- 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
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 14 October 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 | 19.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 23.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 74% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 92% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 82% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 88% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimethorpe Surgerythis surgery | – | 39 | 54% | 67% | Yes |
| Brierley Medical CentreBarnsley, S72 7NZ | under 0.1 miles | 73 | 70% | 81% | Yes |
| Bhf Highgate SurgeryBarnsley, S72 7NZ | under 0.1 miles | 70 | 82% | 83% | Yes |
| The Rose Tree PMS PracticeBarnsley, S72 8SU | 1.6 miles | 38 | 52% | 74% | Yes |
| Bhf Lundwood SurgeryBarnsley, S71 5PN | 2.7 miles | 72 | 56% | 84% | Yes |
| Lundwood Medical Centre PMS PracticeBarnsley, S71 5PN | 2.7 miles | 53 | 96% | 68% | Yes |
| Garland House SurgeryBarnsley, S73 9JX | 2.8 miles | 41 | 53% | 78% | Yes |
| The Grange Medical CentrePontefract, WF9 4DP | 2.8 miles | 42 | 53% | 84% | Yes |
| Monk Bretton Health Centre PracticeBarnsley, S71 2EQ | 3.0 miles | 69 | 81% | 90% | Yes |
| Langthwaite SurgeryPontefract, WF9 3AP | 3.0 miles | 42 | 56% | 74% | Yes |
Brierley Medical Centre is under 0.1 miles away, scores 73 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Grimethorpe Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Grimethorpe Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01226 716809.
How do patients rate Grimethorpe Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 67% of patients at Grimethorpe Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 54% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 39 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Grimethorpe Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Grimethorpe Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 October 2019).
What are the opening times of Grimethorpe Surgery?
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 9 June 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Grimethorpe Surgery?
Call 01226 716809. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Grimethorpe Centre, Acorn Way, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72 7NZ.
Does Grimethorpe Surgery have a branch surgery?
Yes. Grimethorpe Surgery also runs Grimethorpe Surgery (Cudworth Branch) (The Cudworth Centre, Carlton Street, Barnsley, S72 8SU). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Grimethorpe Surgery?
Around 7,352 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Fcp Service - Barnsley PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South Yorkshire 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.