GP surgery in King's Lynn
The Woottons Surgery
Spring Cottages, Priory Lane, North Wootton, King's Lynn, PE30 3PT
Scores 36 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 75% of patients say their experience is good and 50% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). 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 34
- Easy to get through on the phone29
- Easy to contact online60
- Good experience of getting in touch47
- Did not wait too long for the appointment29
Quality of care 42
- Patients rate the surgery as good36
- Patients got what they needed30
- Doctors and nurses listen51
- Patients trust the staff30
- Inspection rating (Not rated)–
- Health checks and screening done81
- Meets NHS clinical targets69
- Children vaccinated on time67
What patients say
106 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
50%
find the phone easy
below the England average (57%)
75%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 75% · 2026: 75%
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 | 50% | 57% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via website | 62% | 58% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 34% | 54% | 28% |
| Reception staff helpful | 88% | 85% | 88% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 27% | 31% | 27% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 27% | 42% | 35% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 94% | 84% | 83% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 89% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 75% | 73% | 73% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 43% | 57% | 43% |
| Waiting time was about right | 64% | 69% | 62% |
| Remote appointment | 24% | 26% | 27% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 90% |
| Treated with care and concern | 86% | 86% | 91% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 80% | 75% | 68% |
| Had all the information needed | 91% | 92% | 94% |
| Confidence and trust | 91% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 94% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 75% | 77% | 75% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 87% |
| Supported by local services | 70% | 70% | 72% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 34% |
| Agreed a care plan | 40% | 46% | 27% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 106 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 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 22 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Spring Cottages, Priory Lane, North Wootton, King's Lynn, PE30 3PT
- Phone
- 01553 631469
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Kings Lynn PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- D82618 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
No inspection rating has been published for this surgery.
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 17.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.1% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.8% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 82% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 94% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 68% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 79% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woottons Surgerythis surgery | – | 36 | 50% | 75% | Yes |
| St James Medical PracticeKing's Lynn, PE30 2FQ | 1.2 miles | 93 | 88% | 92% | Yes |
| Vida HealthcareKing's Lynn, PE30 4DY | 2.4 miles | 27 | 55% | 76% | Yes |
| Southgates Surgical & Medical CentreKing's Lynn, PE30 5QX | 3.2 miles | 9 | 30% | 75% | Yes |
| Grimston Medical CentreKing's Lynn, PE32 1DW | 4.8 miles | 62 | 68% | 77% | Yes |
| St Clements SurgeryKings Lynn, PE34 4LZ | 6.2 miles | 82 | 81% | 90% | Yes |
| Heacham Group PracticeKings Lynn, PE31 7EX | 8.6 miles | 34 | 49% | 67% | Yes |
| Watlington Medical CentreKing's Lynn, PE33 0TU | 8.8 miles | 39 | 57% | 69% | Yes |
| St John's SurgeryWisbech, PE14 7RR | 9.0 miles | 96 | 95% | 94% | Yes |
| Great Massingham SurgeryKing's Lynn, PE32 2JQ | 9.4 miles | 86 | 85% | 89% | Yes |
St James Medical Practice is 1.2 miles away, scores 93 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is The Woottons Surgery taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), The Woottons Surgery was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01553 631469.
How do patients rate The Woottons Surgery?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 75% of patients at The Woottons Surgery said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 50% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 36 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What are the opening times of The Woottons Surgery?
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 22 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact The Woottons Surgery?
Call 01553 631469. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Spring Cottages, Priory Lane, North Wootton, King's Lynn, PE30 3PT.
How many patients are registered at The Woottons Surgery?
Around 5,861 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Kings Lynn PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Norfolk and Suffolk 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.