GP surgery in Folkestone and Hythe
Martello Health Centre
20 Chapel Road, Dymchurch, Romney Marsh, TN29 0TD
Scores 32 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 74% of patients say their experience is good and 59% 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 38
- Easy to get through on the phone44
- Easy to contact online19
- Good experience of getting in touch54
- Did not wait too long for the appointment30
Quality of care 28
- Patients rate the surgery as good32
- Patients got what they needed50
- Doctors and nurses listen30
- Patients trust the staff10
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done10
- Meets NHS clinical targets66
- Children vaccinated on time82
What patients say
110 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
59%
find the phone easy
about the England average (57%)
74%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+2
change since last year
2025: 72% · 2026: 74%
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 | 59% | 57% | 53% |
| Easy to contact via website | 43% | 58% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 36% | 54% | 28% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 15% | 31% | 17% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 38% | 42% | 9% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 78% | 84% | 76% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 88% |
| Good experience of contacting | 77% | 73% | 63% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 44% | 57% | 37% |
| Waiting time was about right | 64% | 69% | 63% |
| Remote appointment | 41% | 26% | 52% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 84% | 87% | 80% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 79% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 72% | 75% | 62% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 83% |
| Confidence and trust | 86% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 95% | 92% | 82% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 86% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 74% | 77% | 72% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 78% | 79% | 79% |
| Supported by local services | 84% | 70% | 77% |
| Discussed managing condition | 48% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 56% | 46% | 38% |
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.
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 8pm |
| 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 July 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 20 Chapel Road, Dymchurch, Romney Marsh, TN29 0TD
- Phone
- 01303 875700
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- The Marsh PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G82665 · NHS profile
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 March 2018
This rating is 8 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 | 26.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 13.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.6% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 74% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 64% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 67% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 72% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 43% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martello Health Centrethis surgery | – | 32 | 59% | 74% | Yes |
| Oak HallNew Romney, TN28 8BW | 3.7 miles | 67 | 67% | 82% | Yes |
| Church Lane Health CentreNew Romney, TN28 8ER | 3.7 miles | 3 | 46% | 55% | Yes |
| Oaklands Health CentreHythe, CT21 6BD | 4.8 miles | 28 | 49% | 72% | Yes |
| Sun LaneHythe, CT21 5JY | 5.1 miles | 26 | 56% | 72% | Yes |
| Sellindge SurgeryAshford, TN25 6JX | 5.4 miles | 10 | 56% | 64% | Yes |
| Hamstreet SurgeryAshford, TN26 2NJ | 6.5 miles | 99 | 98% | 99% | Yes |
| White House SurgeryFolkestone, CT19 4PU | 7.8 miles | 11 | 28% | 65% | Yes |
| Sandgate RoadFolkestone, CT20 2HN | 7.9 miles | 8 | 25% | 57% | Yes |
| New Lyminge SurgeryFolkestone, CT18 8NS | 8.0 miles | 42 | 56% | 75% | Yes |
Oak Hall is 3.7 miles away, scores 67 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Martello Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Martello Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01303 875700.
How do patients rate Martello Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 74% of patients at Martello Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 59% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 32 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Martello Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Martello Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 26 March 2018).
What are the opening times of Martello Health Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 8pm, 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 July 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Martello Health Centre?
Call 01303 875700. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 20 Chapel Road, Dymchurch, Romney Marsh, TN29 0TD.
How many patients are registered at Martello Health Centre?
Around 5,453 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of The Marsh PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Kent and Medway 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.