GP surgery in North Yorkshire
The Spa Surgery
Mowbray Square Medical Centre, Myrtle Square, Harrogate, HG1 5AR
Scores 73 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 84% of patients say their experience is good and 55% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2026. 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 67
- Easy to get through on the phone37
- Easy to contact online85
- Good experience of getting in touch79
- Did not wait too long for the appointment70
Quality of care 76
- Patients rate the surgery as good66
- Patients got what they needed58
- Doctors and nurses listen77
- Patients trust the staff67
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done66
- Meets NHS clinical targets93
- Children vaccinated on time86
What patients say
122 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
55%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
83%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
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change since last year
2025: 85% · 2026: 84%
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 | 55% | 57% | 44% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 78% | 54% | 59% |
| Reception staff helpful | 91% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 21% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 31% | 42% | 17% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 89% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 92% | 93% | 86% |
| Good experience of contacting | 85% | 73% | 72% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 55% | 57% | 43% |
| Waiting time was about right | 78% | 69% | 64% |
| Remote appointment | 16% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 89% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 76% | 75% | 74% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 95% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 83% | 77% | 85% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 88% |
| Supported by local services | 76% | 70% | 81% |
| Discussed managing condition | 54% | 43% | 39% |
| Agreed a care plan | 46% | 46% | 42% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 122 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
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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 |
| 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 28 August 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Mowbray Square Medical Centre, Myrtle Square, Harrogate, HG1 5AR
- Phone
- 01423 503218
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Mowbray Square PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- B82027 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- High-back waiting room chairs
- Lift
- Off-site car parking nearby
- Pharmacy
- Sign language interpreter available online
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
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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? | Outstanding |
| 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 | 16.7% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.7% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.5% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.0% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 73% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 77% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 67% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 87% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 83% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Spa Surgerythis surgery | – | 73 | 55% | 84% | Yes |
| Strayside HealthHarrogate, HG1 5AR | under 0.1 miles | 66 | 63% | 82% | Yes |
| Moss Healthcare HarrogateHarrogate, HG1 5JP | 0.5 miles | 39 | 51% | 78% | Yes |
| Kingswood SurgeryHarrogate, HG2 7SA | 0.6 miles | 85 | 81% | 90% | Yes |
| Church Avenue Medical GroupHarrogate, HG1 4HG | 0.8 miles | 82 | 76% | 85% | Yes |
| The Leeds Road PracticeHarrogate, HG2 8AY | 1.2 miles | 82 | 60% | 90% | Yes |
| Stockwell Road SurgeryKnaresborough, HG5 0JY | 2.8 miles | 96 | 96% | 98% | Yes |
| Beech House SurgeryKnaresborough, HG5 0UB | 2.8 miles | 77 | 84% | 85% | Yes |
| Eastgate Medical GroupKnaresborough, HG5 0AD | 2.8 miles | 46 | 60% | 73% | Yes |
| Crossley Street SurgeryWetherby, LS22 6RT | 7.3 miles | 94 | 78% | 94% | Yes |
Kingswood Surgery is 0.6 miles away, scores 85 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Spa Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Spa Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01423 503218.
How do patients rate The Spa Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 84% of patients at The Spa Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 55% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 73 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Spa Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Spa Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 30 April 2026).
What are the opening times of The Spa Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, 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 28 August 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Spa Surgery?
Call 01423 503218. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Mowbray Square Medical Centre, Myrtle Square, Harrogate, HG1 5AR.
How many patients are registered at The Spa Surgery?
Around 14,098 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Mowbray Square PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Humber and North Yorkshire 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.