GP surgery in East Lindsey
Marsh Medical Practice
Keeling Street, North Somercotes, Louth, LN11 7QU
Scores 48 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 76% of patients say their experience is good and 52% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 42
- Easy to get through on the phone31
- Easy to contact online31
- Good experience of getting in touch34
- Did not wait too long for the appointment71
Quality of care 54
- Patients rate the surgery as good40
- Patients got what they needed58
- Doctors and nurses listen51
- Patients trust the staff54
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done97
- Meets NHS clinical targets43
- Children vaccinated on time38
What patients say
102 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
52%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
76%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+1
change since last year
2025: 75% · 2026: 76%
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 | 52% | 57% | 43% |
| Easy to contact via website | 50% | 58% | 40% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 58% | 54% | 56% |
| Reception staff helpful | 90% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 30% | 31% | 38% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 36% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 83% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 87% |
| Good experience of contacting | 70% | 73% | 69% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 54% | 57% | 51% |
| Waiting time was about right | 78% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 68% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 88% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 95% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 76% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 93% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 63% |
| Discussed managing condition | 44% | 43% | 52% |
| Agreed a care plan | 55% | 46% | 40% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 102 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 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 15 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Keeling Street, North Somercotes, Louth, LN11 7QU
- Phone
- 01507 358623
- Website
- www.marshmedicalpractice.com
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Meridian Medical PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C83042 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Marsh Medical Practice
- Middlegate Medical Centre, Manby, Louth, LN11 8EB
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Autism training for staff
- Baby-changing facilities
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free on-site car parking
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available online
- 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 3 July 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 34.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 10.5% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 6.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 6.4% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 17.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 19.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 79% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 93% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 89% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 76% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 95% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 82% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 48 | 52% | 76% | Yes |
| James Street Family PracticeLouth, LN11 0JN | 7.9 miles | 15 | 43% | 68% | Yes |
| East Lindsey Medical GroupLouth, LN11 9EH | 8.2 miles | 21 | 43% | 70% | Yes |
| North Thoresby SurgeryGrimsby, DN36 5RT | 8.4 miles | 46 | 73% | 76% | Yes |
| Marisco Medical PracticeMablethorpe, LN12 1DP | 8.7 miles | 43 | 39% | 77% | Yes |
| Dr Oz QureshiCleethorpes, DN35 0LN | 10.2 miles | 74 | 78% | 86% | Yes |
| Beacon MedicalCleethorpes, DN35 8EB | 10.7 miles | 74 | 65% | 81% | Yes |
| Clee Health GroupCleethorpes, DN35 7XE | 11.3 miles | 68 | 68% | 82% | Yes |
| Dr P Suresh BabuGrimsby, DN32 9SW | 11.6 miles | 100 | 98% | 97% | Yes |
| Slc Medical GroupGrimsby, DN33 3JF | 11.7 miles | 54 | 61% | 83% | Yes |
Dr Oz Qureshi is 10.2 miles away, scores 74 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Marsh Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Marsh Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01507 358623.
How do patients rate Marsh Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 76% of patients at Marsh Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 52% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 48 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Marsh Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Marsh Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 3 July 2017).
What are the opening times of Marsh Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 5pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 5pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 15 January 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Marsh Medical Practice?
Call 01507 358623 or visit its website, www.marshmedicalpractice.com. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Keeling Street, North Somercotes, Louth, LN11 7QU.
Does Marsh Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. Marsh Medical Practice also runs Marsh Medical Practice (Middlegate Medical Centre, Manby, Louth, LN11 8EB). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Marsh Medical Practice?
Around 6,870 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Meridian Medical PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Lincolnshire 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.