GP surgery in Winsford
The Weaver Vale Surgery
Dene Drive, Winsford, CW7 1AT
Scores 85 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 88% 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 89
- Easy to get through on the phone93
- Easy to contact online84
- Good experience of getting in touch86
- Did not wait too long for the appointment69
Quality of care 74
- Patients rate the surgery as good85
- Patients got what they needed45
- Doctors and nurses listen64
- Patients trust the staff37
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done59
- Meets NHS clinical targets91
- Children vaccinated on time84
What patients say
129 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
88%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
89%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-3
change since last year
2025: 93% · 2026: 89%
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 | 88% | 57% | 90% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 76% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 73% | 54% | 78% |
| Reception staff helpful | 97% | 85% | 94% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 46% | 31% | 49% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 80% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 88% | 73% | 92% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 77% | 57% | 86% |
| Waiting time was about right | 78% | 69% | 88% |
| Remote appointment | 12% | 26% | 21% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 93% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 78% | 75% | 87% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 93% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 93% |
| Needs were met | 90% | 90% | 92% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 89% | 77% | 93% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 84% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 80% | 70% | 89% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 43% |
| Agreed a care plan | 37% | 46% | 56% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 129 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 | 7:10am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:10am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:10am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:10am to 8:30pm |
| Friday | 7:10am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 8am to 11:30am |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 3 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Dene Drive, Winsford, CW7 1AT
- Phone
- 01606 544000
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Winsford PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- N81127 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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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 | 22.4% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 10.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 10.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 5.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 26.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 20.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 79% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 75% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 47% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 76% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 65% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Weaver Vale Surgerythis surgery | – | 85 | 88% | 89% | Yes |
| Swanlow Medical CentreWinsford, CW7 1AT | under 0.1 miles | 56 | 51% | 81% | Yes |
| High Street Practice WinsfordWinsford, CW7 1AT | under 0.1 miles | 68 | 77% | 85% | Yes |
| Launceston Close SurgeryWinsford, CW7 1LY | 0.8 miles | 82 | 86% | 85% | Yes |
| Willow Wood SurgeryWinsford, CW7 3GY | 1.1 miles | 74 | 80% | 87% | Yes |
| OaklandsMiddlewich, CW10 9BE | 3.5 miles | 68 | 71% | 85% | Yes |
| Waters Edge Medical CentreMiddlewich, CW10 9BH | 3.6 miles | 57 | 78% | 78% | Yes |
| Firdale Medical CentreNorthwich, CW8 4AZ | 4.5 miles | 94 | 74% | 92% | Yes |
| Danebridge Medical CentreNorthwich, CW9 5HR | 4.7 miles | 24 | 32% | 71% | Yes |
| Watling Street SurgeryNorthwich, CW9 5EX | 4.8 miles | 43 | 50% | 78% | Yes |
Common questions
Is The Weaver Vale Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Weaver Vale Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01606 544000.
How do patients rate The Weaver Vale Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at The Weaver Vale Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 88% 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 Weaver Vale Surgery?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Weaver Vale Surgery as Good at its last published inspection (report published 20 May 2026).
What are the opening times of The Weaver Vale Surgery?
Reception is open Monday 7:10am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 7:10am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 7:10am to 6:30pm, Thursday 7:10am to 8:30pm, Friday 7:10am to 6:30pm, Saturday 8am to 11:30am, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 3 November 2022. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Weaver Vale Surgery?
Call 01606 544000. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Dene Drive, Winsford, CW7 1AT.
How many patients are registered at The Weaver Vale Surgery?
Around 8,511 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Winsford PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Cheshire and Merseyside 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.