GP surgery in Weymouth
The Bridges Medical Centre
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, DT4 7DW
Scores 85 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 94% of patients say their experience is good and 85% 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 78
- Easy to get through on the phone89
- Easy to contact online97
- Good experience of getting in touch81
- Did not wait too long for the appointment42
Quality of care 87
- Patients rate the surgery as good94
- Patients got what they needed71
- Doctors and nurses listen85
- Patients trust the staff80
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done24
- Meets NHS clinical targets84
- Children vaccinated on time88
What patients say
126 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
85%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
94%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-2
change since last year
2025: 95% · 2026: 94%
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 | 85% | 57% | 82% |
| Easy to contact via website | 86% | 58% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 76% | 54% | 79% |
| Reception staff helpful | 96% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 42% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 67% | 42% | 39% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 89% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 93% |
| Good experience of contacting | 86% | 73% | 85% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 69% | 57% | 59% |
| Waiting time was about right | 69% | 69% | 63% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 22% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 96% |
| Treated with care and concern | 91% | 86% | 97% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 89% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 97% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 96% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 94% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 94% | 77% | 95% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 84% | 70% | 87% |
| Discussed managing condition | 54% | 43% | 51% |
| Agreed a care plan | 57% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 126 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 7:30pm |
| 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 30 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, DT4 7DW
- Phone
- 01305 774411
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.thebridgesmedicalcentre.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Weymouth & Portland PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81073 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Littlemoor Health Centre
- Louviers RD, Weymouth, DT3 6SA
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Audio-descriptive for appointment announcements
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bus stop nearby
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Documents available in large print
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Sign language interpreter available in-person
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Train station nearby
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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? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 19.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 24.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 16.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 68% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 73% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 54% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridges Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 85 | 85% | 94% | Yes |
| Weymouth Bay Medical PracticeWeymouth, DT4 7BY | 0.2 miles | 87 | 71% | 89% | Yes |
| Cross Road SurgeryWeymouth, DT4 9QX | 0.9 miles | 34 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
| Wyke Regis & Lanehouse Medical PracticeWeymouth, DT4 9BE | 1.6 miles | 1 | 42% | 53% | Yes |
| Royal Manor Health CarePortland, DT5 2BJ | 4.9 miles | 39 | 58% | 75% | Yes |
| Queens Avenue SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2EW | 6.5 miles | 83 | 86% | 87% | Yes |
| Atrium Health CentreDorchester, DT1 1QR | 6.7 miles | 38 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
| Poundbury Doctors SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2FD | 6.9 miles | 89 | 89% | 93% | Yes |
| Prince of Wales SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2FD | 6.9 miles | 81 | 79% | 96% | Yes |
| Fordington SurgeryDorchester, DT1 1LD | 6.9 miles | 88 | 99% | 94% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Bridges Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Bridges Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01305 774411.
How do patients rate The Bridges Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 94% of patients at The Bridges Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 85% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 85 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Bridges Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Bridges Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 7 February 2023).
What are the opening times of The Bridges Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7:30pm, 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 30 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Bridges Medical Centre?
Call 01305 774411 or visit its website, www.thebridgesmedicalcentre.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, DT4 7DW.
Does The Bridges Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Bridges Medical Centre also runs Littlemoor Health Centre (Louviers RD, Weymouth, DT3 6SA). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Bridges Medical Centre?
Around 17,085 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Weymouth & Portland PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Dorset 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.