GP surgery in Shrewsbury
Riverside Medical Practice
The Tannery, Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ
Scores 33 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 78% of patients say their experience is good and 50% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2023. 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 36
- Easy to get through on the phone28
- Easy to contact online66
- Good experience of getting in touch38
- Did not wait too long for the appointment40
Quality of care 34
- Patients rate the surgery as good45
- Patients got what they needed24
- Doctors and nurses listen26
- Patients trust the staff42
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done44
- Meets NHS clinical targets39
- Children vaccinated on time49
What patients say
106 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
50%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
78%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+21
change since last year
2025: 57% · 2026: 78%
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 | 50% | 57% | 25% |
| Easy to contact via website | 65% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 50% | 54% | 43% |
| Reception staff helpful | 85% | 85% | 69% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 13% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 57% | 42% | 29% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 83% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 86% | 93% | 77% |
| Good experience of contacting | 72% | 73% | 49% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 55% | 57% | 20% |
| Waiting time was about right | 68% | 69% | 46% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 25% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 79% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 77% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 65% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 88% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 84% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 82% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 78% | 77% | 57% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 69% | 79% | 65% |
| Supported by local services | 58% | 70% | 59% |
| Discussed managing condition | 39% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 53% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 106 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 19 October 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Tannery, Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ
- Phone
- 01743 367891
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.riverside-medical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Shrewsbury PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M82006 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Cycle 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 | 16.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 62% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 70% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 63% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 81% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 58% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 86% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 78% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 33 | 50% | 78% | Yes |
| Claremont Bank SurgeryShrewsbury, SY1 1RL | under 0.1 miles | 93 | 88% | 92% | Yes |
| South Hermitage SurgeryShrewsbury, SY3 7JS | 0.6 miles | 86 | 81% | 94% | Yes |
| Marysville Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY3 7QR | 0.9 miles | 82 | 83% | 90% | Yes |
| Radbrook Green SurgeryShrewsbury, SY3 6DU | 1.1 miles | 63 | 62% | 83% | Yes |
| Belvidere Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY2 5LS | 1.2 miles | 76 | 72% | 81% | Yes |
| Marden Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY2 6DL | 1.3 miles | 59 | 59% | 81% | Yes |
| Urgent Treatment CentreShrewsbury, SY3 8XQ | 1.5 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Mytton Oak Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY3 5LZ | 1.7 miles | 48 | 55% | 77% | Yes |
| Severn Fields Medical PracticeShrewsbury, SY1 4RQ | 2.0 miles | 3 | 41% | 56% | Yes |
Claremont Bank Surgery is under 0.1 miles away, scores 93 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Riverside Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Riverside Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01743 367891.
How do patients rate Riverside Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 78% of patients at Riverside Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 50% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 33 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Riverside Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Riverside Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 28 July 2023).
What are the opening times of Riverside Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 6pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 6pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 6pm, Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 19 October 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Riverside Medical Practice?
Call 01743 367891 or visit its website, www.riverside-medical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Tannery, Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ.
How many patients are registered at Riverside Medical Practice?
Around 11,726 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Shrewsbury PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin 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.