GP surgery in Wiltshire
The Orchard Partnership
South Street, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0JU
Scores 96 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 93% of patients say their experience is good and 89% 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 94
- Easy to get through on the phone93
- Easy to contact online80
- Good experience of getting in touch90
- Did not wait too long for the appointment89
Quality of care 95
- Patients rate the surgery as good93
- Patients got what they needed78
- Doctors and nurses listen98
- Patients trust the staff99
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done75
- Meets NHS clinical targets57
- Children vaccinated on time88
What patients say
112 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
89%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 96% · 2026: 93%
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 | 89% | 57% | 88% |
| Easy to contact via website | 71% | 58% | 66% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 63% | 54% | 73% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 39% | 31% | 44% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 74% | 42% | 79% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 93% | 84% | 98% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 90% | 73% | 94% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 76% | 57% | 85% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 85% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 98% | 87% | 98% |
| Treated with care and concern | 94% | 86% | 98% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 87% | 75% | 97% |
| Had all the information needed | 100% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 100% | 93% | 100% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 99% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 96% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 91% | 79% | 98% |
| Supported by local services | 83% | 70% | 92% |
| Discussed managing condition | 56% | 43% | 58% |
| Agreed a care plan | 47% | 46% | 59% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 112 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 19 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- South Street, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0JU
- Phone
- 01722 744775
- [email protected]
- Website
- oldorchardsurgery.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sarum West PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J83019 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Cherry Orchard
- Codford St Mary, Warminster, BA12 0PN · 01985 850298
- Spring Orchard
- High Street, Fovant, Salisbury, SP3 5JL
- Till Orchard
- High Street, Shrewton, Salisbury, SP3 4BZ
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facility
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 19 May 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 19.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.0% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 72% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 69% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 87% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 74% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchard Partnershipthis surgery | – | 96 | 89% | 93% | Yes |
| Salisbury Medical PracticeSalisbury, SP2 7FD | 2.5 miles | 54 | 62% | 81% | Yes |
| Harcourt Medical CentreSalisbury, SP2 7TD | 2.9 miles | 39 | 54% | 74% | Yes |
| Salisbury Walk-in Health CentreSalisbury, SP1 3SL | 3.0 miles | – | – | – | – |
| Sarum Health GroupSalisbury, SP1 3SL | 3.0 miles | 79 | 73% | 84% | Yes |
| Three Chequers Medical PracticeSalisbury, SP1 3UH | 3.1 miles | 44 | 43% | 73% | Yes |
| Ramsey Health Care UKSalisbury, SP5 4EY | 5.7 miles | – | – | – | – |
| St Melor House SurgerySalisbury, SP4 7LT | 7.5 miles | 95 | 90% | 95% | Yes |
| Barcroft Medical CentreSalisbury, SP4 7DL | 7.5 miles | 31 | 43% | 74% | Yes |
| Downton SurgerySalisbury, SP5 3JP | 8.1 miles | 13 | 52% | 68% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Orchard Partnership taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Orchard Partnership was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01722 744775.
How do patients rate The Orchard Partnership?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 93% of patients at The Orchard Partnership said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 89% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 96 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Orchard Partnership?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Orchard Partnership as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 May 2017).
What are the opening times of The Orchard Partnership?
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 19 February 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Orchard Partnership?
Call 01722 744775 or visit its website, oldorchardsurgery.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is South Street, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 0JU.
Does The Orchard Partnership have a branch surgery?
Yes. The Orchard Partnership also runs Cherry Orchard (Codford St Mary, Warminster, BA12 0PN) and Spring Orchard (High Street, Fovant, Salisbury, SP3 5JL) and Till Orchard (High Street, Shrewton, Salisbury, SP3 4BZ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at The Orchard Partnership?
Around 12,299 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sarum West PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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.