GP surgery in Weston-super-Mare
Stafford Medical Group
Locking Castle Medical Centre, Highlands Lane, Weston-super-Mare, BS24 7DX
Scores 19 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 71% of patients say their experience is good and 41% 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 16
- Easy to get through on the phone15
- Easy to contact online44
- Good experience of getting in touch14
- Did not wait too long for the appointment26
Quality of care 29
- Patients rate the surgery as good23
- Patients got what they needed23
- Doctors and nurses listen46
- Patients trust the staff56
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done35
- Meets NHS clinical targets54
- Children vaccinated on time61
What patients say
96 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
41%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
71%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+15
change since last year
2025: 56% · 2026: 71%
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 | 41% | 57% | 26% |
| Easy to contact via website | 56% | 58% | 29% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 53% | 54% | 31% |
| Reception staff helpful | 71% | 85% | 61% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 39% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 20% | 42% | 5% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 80% | 84% | 66% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 91% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 61% | 73% | 52% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 46% | 57% | 29% |
| Waiting time was about right | 63% | 69% | 48% |
| Remote appointment | 34% | 26% | 53% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 78% |
| Treated with care and concern | 89% | 86% | 73% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 56% |
| Had all the information needed | 93% | 92% | 83% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 84% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 83% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 71% | 77% | 56% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 76% |
| Supported by local services | 58% | 70% | 63% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 20% | 46% | 28% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 96 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 20 December 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Locking Castle Medical Centre, Highlands Lane, Weston-super-Mare, BS24 7DX
- Phone
- 01934 524260
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.lockingcastlemedical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Pier Health PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L81066 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 14 December 2017
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 | 14.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 19.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 16.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.8% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 82% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 53% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 86% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 56% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Medical Groupthis surgery | – | 19 | 41% | 71% | Yes |
| The Cedars SurgeryWeston-super-Mare, BS22 6AJ | 0.6 miles | 43 | 43% | 71% | Yes |
| The Milton SurgeryWeston-super-Mare, BS22 8AG | 1.5 miles | 75 | 71% | 85% | Yes |
| 168 Medical GroupWeston-super-Mare, BS23 3HQ | 1.9 miles | 23 | 47% | 65% | Yes |
| Horizon Health CentreWeston-super-Mare, BS23 3SJ | 2.6 miles | 21 | 53% | 71% | No |
| Pier Health Group LtdWeston-super-Mare, BS23 1YA | 2.6 miles | 20 | 50% | 71% | Yes |
| Tudor Lodge SurgeryWeston-super-Mare, BS23 4JP | 3.0 miles | 66 | 76% | 79% | Yes |
| Winscombe SurgeryWinscombe, BS25 1AF | 4.5 miles | 63 | 66% | 84% | Yes |
| Mendip Vale Medical PracticeBristol, BS40 5EL | 5.6 miles | 30 | 61% | 73% | Yes |
| Axbridge SurgeryAxbridge, BS26 2BJ | 6.1 miles | 21 | 59% | 70% | Yes |
The Cedars Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 43 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Stafford Medical Group taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Stafford Medical Group was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01934 524260.
How do patients rate Stafford Medical Group?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 71% of patients at Stafford Medical Group said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 41% 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 is the inspection rating for Stafford Medical Group?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Stafford Medical Group as Good at its last published inspection (report published 14 December 2017).
What are the opening times of Stafford Medical Group?
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 20 December 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Stafford Medical Group?
Call 01934 524260 or visit its website, www.lockingcastlemedical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Locking Castle Medical Centre, Highlands Lane, Weston-super-Mare, BS24 7DX.
How many patients are registered at Stafford Medical Group?
Around 10,909 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Pier Health PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire 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.