GP surgery in Eastbourne
The Lighthouse Medical Practice
6 College Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4HY
Scores 22 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 70% of patients say their experience is good and 44% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Outstanding in 2016. It is not taking on new patients at the moment.
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 26
- Easy to get through on the phone18
- Easy to contact online48
- Good experience of getting in touch18
- Did not wait too long for the appointment51
Quality of care 20
- Patients rate the surgery as good22
- Patients got what they needed14
- Doctors and nurses listen37
- Patients trust the staff9
- Inspection rating (Outstanding)98
- Health checks and screening done3
- Meets NHS clinical targets41
- Children vaccinated on time34
What patients say
111 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
44%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
70%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+4
change since last year
2025: 66% · 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 | 44% | 57% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via website | 58% | 58% | 41% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 50% | 54% | 49% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 80% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 22% | 31% | 37% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 33% | 42% | 27% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 77% | 84% | 77% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 90% | 93% | 95% |
| Good experience of contacting | 63% | 73% | 61% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 48% | 57% | 53% |
| Waiting time was about right | 72% | 69% | 55% |
| Remote appointment | 36% | 26% | 30% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 86% | 87% | 87% |
| Treated with care and concern | 80% | 86% | 85% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 75% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 90% |
| Confidence and trust | 86% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 83% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 85% | 90% | 84% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 70% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 58% | 79% | 63% |
| Supported by local services | 71% | 70% | 60% |
| Discussed managing condition | 28% | 43% | 37% |
| Agreed a care plan | 34% | 46% | 49% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 111 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 6pm 6:30pm to 8:15pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 5 October 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 6 College Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4HY
- Phone
- 01323 735044
- Website
- www.lighthousepractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Alps Group PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- G81003 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Prosser
- Ian Gow Memorial Health Centre, Milfoil Drive, Langney, Eastbourne, BN23 8BR · 01323 766358
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
Outstanding
overall, from the inspection published 22 August 2016
This rating is 10 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Outstanding |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Outstanding |
| Is it well-led? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 18.0% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.6% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 24.5% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 14.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 61% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 69% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 52% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 66% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 54% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 45% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lighthouse Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 22 | 44% | 70% | No |
| Grove Road SurgeryEastbourne, BN21 4TX | 0.2 miles | 41 | 66% | 75% | Yes |
| Arlington Road SurgeryEastbourne, BN21 1DH | 0.2 miles | 75 | 72% | 88% | Yes |
| Seaside Medical CentreEastbourne, BN22 8DR | 0.8 miles | 84 | 61% | 93% | Yes |
| Victoria Medical CentreEastbourne, BN20 8NH | 1.4 miles | 54 | 51% | 82% | Yes |
| Sovereign PracticeEastbourne, BN22 7PG | 1.4 miles | 16 | 28% | 68% | Yes |
| Park PracticeEastbourne, BN22 9PQ | 2.0 miles | 7 | 27% | 73% | Yes |
| Harbour Medical PracticeEastbourne, BN23 6DW | 3.1 miles | 20 | 49% | 75% | Yes |
| Stone Cross SurgeryPevensey, BN24 5DZ | 3.6 miles | 32 | 40% | 73% | Yes |
| Manor Park Medical CentrePolegate, BN26 5DJ | 4.1 miles | 8 | 40% | 61% | Yes |
Grove Road Surgery is 0.2 miles away, scores 41 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Lighthouse Medical Practice taking on new patients?
No. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Lighthouse Medical Practice was not taking on new patients. A surgery can only turn you down for a fair reason, such as living outside its area or its list being full. This can change at any time, so call the surgery to check.
How do patients rate The Lighthouse Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 70% of patients at The Lighthouse Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 44% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 22 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Lighthouse Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Lighthouse Medical Practice as Outstanding at its last published inspection (report published 22 August 2016).
What are the opening times of The Lighthouse Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm 6:30pm to 8:15pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 5 October 2017. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Lighthouse Medical Practice?
Call 01323 735044 or visit its website, www.lighthousepractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 6 College Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4HY.
Does The Lighthouse Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Lighthouse Medical Practice also runs Prosser (Ian Gow Memorial Health Centre, Milfoil Drive, Langney, Eastbourne, BN23 8BR). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Lighthouse Medical Practice?
Around 18,252 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Alps Group PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Surrey and Sussex 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.