GP surgery in Dorset
The Wellbridge Practice
Meadow Lane, Wool, Wareham, BH20 6DR
Scores 46 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 54% 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 35
- Easy to get through on the phone34
- Easy to contact online87
- Good experience of getting in touch42
- Did not wait too long for the appointment21
Quality of care 62
- Patients rate the surgery as good58
- Patients got what they needed87
- Doctors and nurses listen23
- Patients trust the staff53
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done30
- Meets NHS clinical targets81
- Children vaccinated on time91
What patients say
116 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
53%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
+16
change since last year
2025: 66% · 2026: 81%
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 | 53% | 57% | 45% |
| Easy to contact via website | 76% | 58% | 48% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 54% | 54% | 55% |
| Reception staff helpful | 91% | 85% | 77% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 35% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 24% | 42% | 16% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 86% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 83% | 93% | 91% |
| Good experience of contacting | 73% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 63% | 57% | 44% |
| Waiting time was about right | 60% | 69% | 56% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 31% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 88% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 64% | 75% | 77% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 90% |
| Needs were met | 96% | 90% | 88% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 66% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 74% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 69% |
| Discussed managing condition | 40% | 43% | 34% |
| Agreed a care plan | 48% | 46% | 45% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 116 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 | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am to 12:30pm 3:30pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 30 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Meadow Lane, Wool, Wareham, BH20 6DR
- Phone
- 01929 462376
- Website
- www.wellbridge.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Purbeck PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81025 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 15 February 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 | 15.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 16.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 12.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 13.1% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 72% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 73% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 68% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 77% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 52% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 69% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 64% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wellbridge Practicethis surgery | – | 46 | 54% | 81% | Yes |
| Wareham SurgeryWareham, BH20 4PG | 4.8 miles | 38 | 38% | 80% | Yes |
| Bere Regis SurgeryWareham, BH20 7HB | 5.1 miles | 96 | 96% | 91% | Yes |
| Sandford SurgeryWareham, BH20 7BQ | 6.0 miles | 58 | 76% | 80% | Yes |
| Puddletown SurgeryDorchester, DT2 8FY | 6.9 miles | 98 | 99% | 97% | Yes |
| Corfe Castle SurgeryWareham, BH20 5HH | 7.9 miles | 99 | 99% | 97% | Yes |
| Fordington SurgeryDorchester, DT1 1LD | 9.2 miles | 88 | 99% | 94% | Yes |
| Atrium Health CentreDorchester, DT1 1QR | 9.6 miles | 38 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
| Queens Avenue SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2EW | 9.8 miles | 83 | 86% | 87% | Yes |
| The Adam PracticePoole, BH15 4JQ | 9.8 miles | 20 | 33% | 71% | Yes |
Bere Regis Surgery is 5.1 miles away, scores 96 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Wellbridge Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Wellbridge Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01929 462376.
How do patients rate The Wellbridge Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at The Wellbridge Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 54% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 46 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for The Wellbridge Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated The Wellbridge Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 February 2017).
What are the opening times of The Wellbridge Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:30am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8:30am to 12:30pm 3:30pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 30 October 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Wellbridge Practice?
Call 01929 462376 or visit its website, www.wellbridge.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Meadow Lane, Wool, Wareham, BH20 6DR.
How many patients are registered at The Wellbridge Practice?
Around 6,200 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Purbeck 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.