GP surgery in East Lindsey
Spilsby Surgery
Bull Yard, Simpson Street, Spilsby, PE23 5LG
Scores 19 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 49% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 28
- Easy to get through on the phone26
- Easy to contact online3
- Good experience of getting in touch29
- Did not wait too long for the appointment51
Quality of care 13
- Patients rate the surgery as good21
- Patients got what they needed16
- Doctors and nurses listen12
- Patients trust the staff7
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done58
- Meets NHS clinical targets22
- Children vaccinated on time90
What patients say
101 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
49%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
-6
change since last year
2025: 76% · 2026: 70%
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 | 49% | 57% | 68% |
| Easy to contact via website | 27% | 58% | 56% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 25% | 54% | 34% |
| Reception staff helpful | 83% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 14% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 60% | 42% | 50% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 78% | 84% | 90% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 94% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 68% | 73% | 77% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 43% | 57% | 57% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 77% |
| Remote appointment | 46% | 26% | 29% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 79% | 87% | 81% |
| Treated with care and concern | 81% | 86% | 84% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 74% | 75% | 73% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 87% |
| Confidence and trust | 85% | 93% | 91% |
| Involved in decisions | 83% | 92% | 83% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 76% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 80% |
| Supported by local services | 63% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 35% | 43% | 45% |
| Agreed a care plan | 35% | 46% | 44% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 101 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
10 quick questions, one tap each, no sign-up. Your answers help the next person choosing a GP.
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 2 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Bull Yard, Simpson Street, Spilsby, PE23 5LG
- Phone
- 01790 728111
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.spilsbysurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- First Coastal PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C83005 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 23.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.6% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 64% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spilsby Surgerythis surgery | – | 19 | 49% | 70% | Yes |
| Spilsby LadmsSpilsby, PE23 5LG | under 0.1 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Merton Lodge SurgeryAlford, LN13 9HT | 6.7 miles | 47 | 40% | 79% | Yes |
| Stickney SurgeryBoston, PE22 8AA | 6.8 miles | 86 | 88% | 88% | Yes |
| Horncastle Medical GroupHorncastle, LN9 6AL | 8.9 miles | 40 | 53% | 80% | Yes |
| Hawthorn Medical PracticeSkegness, PE25 3TD | 9.4 miles | 16 | 41% | 73% | Yes |
| Beacon Medical PracticeSkegness, PE25 2RN | 9.7 miles | 3 | 28% | 58% | Yes |
| Dr Sinha & PartnersBoston, PE22 9LE | 9.9 miles | 38 | 49% | 78% | Yes |
| The New Coningsby SurgeryLincoln, LN4 4SG | 12.2 miles | 3 | 41% | 47% | Yes |
| Woodhall Spa New SurgeryWoodhall Spa, LN10 6SQ | 12.7 miles | 22 | 57% | 66% | Yes |
Merton Lodge Surgery is 6.7 miles away, scores 47 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Spilsby Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Spilsby Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01790 728111.
How do patients rate Spilsby Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at Spilsby Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 49% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 19 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of Spilsby 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 2 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Spilsby Surgery?
Call 01790 728111 or visit its website, www.spilsbysurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Bull Yard, Simpson Street, Spilsby, PE23 5LG.
How many patients are registered at Spilsby Surgery?
Around 7,529 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of First Coastal 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.