GP surgery in Runnymede
Virginia Water Medical Practice
Christchurch Road, Virginia Water, GU25 4RL
Scores 49 out of 100, average for a GP surgery in England. 80% of patients say their experience is good and 61% 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 36
- Easy to get through on the phone48
- Easy to contact online24
- Good experience of getting in touch17
- Did not wait too long for the appointment56
Quality of care 66
- Patients rate the surgery as good52
- Patients got what they needed60
- Doctors and nurses listen77
- Patients trust the staff90
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done98
- Meets NHS clinical targets12
- Children vaccinated on time10
What patients say
108 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
61%
find the phone easy
above the England average (57%)
80%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-11
change since last year
2025: 91% · 2026: 80%
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 | 61% | 57% | 80% |
| Easy to contact via website | 46% | 58% | 62% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 63% | 54% | 63% |
| Reception staff helpful | 80% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 40% | 31% | 48% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 55% | 42% | 38% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 78% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 98% | 93% | 97% |
| Good experience of contacting | 62% | 73% | 82% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 54% | 57% | 64% |
| Waiting time was about right | 73% | 69% | 90% |
| Remote appointment | 15% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 93% | 87% | 96% |
| Treated with care and concern | 83% | 86% | 97% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 71% | 75% | 84% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 97% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 98% | 92% | 99% |
| Needs were met | 93% | 90% | 98% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 80% | 77% | 91% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 90% |
| Supported by local services | 60% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 54% | 43% | 46% |
| Agreed a care plan | 43% | 46% | 50% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 108 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 | 9am to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 14 March 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Christchurch Road, Virginia Water, GU25 4RL
- Phone
- 01344 842951
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sasse Network 2 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H81111 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 25 July 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 | 16.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 6.3% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.2% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 8.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 11.1% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 7.0% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 71% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 80% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 69% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 94% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 91% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Water Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 49 | 61% | 80% | Yes |
| Runnymede Medical PracticeEgham, TW20 0PF | 1.8 miles | 56 | 70% | 82% | Yes |
| Grove Medical CentreEgham, TW20 9QN | 2.1 miles | 26 | 42% | 77% | Yes |
| Hythe Medical Centre SurgeryStaines, TW18 3HN | 2.6 miles | 35 | 61% | 78% | Yes |
| Magnolia House SurgeryAscot, SL5 0QJ | 2.8 miles | 15 | 51% | 61% | Yes |
| Chertsey Health CentreChertsey, KT16 8HZ | 3.3 miles | 72 | 64% | 79% | Yes |
| Staines Health GroupStaines, TW18 1XD | 3.4 miles | 12 | 33% | 64% | Yes |
| Knowle Green MedicalStaines, TW18 1XD | 3.4 miles | 46 | 64% | 80% | Yes |
| New Ottershaw SurgeryChertsey, KT16 0JX | 3.4 miles | 96 | 83% | 95% | Yes |
| Kings Corner SurgeryAscot, SL5 0AE | 3.5 miles | 27 | 59% | 65% | Yes |
Chertsey Health Centre is 3.3 miles away, scores 72 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Virginia Water Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Virginia Water Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01344 842951.
How do patients rate Virginia Water Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 80% of patients at Virginia Water Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 61% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 49 out of 100, grade C, which puts it in the middle 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Virginia Water Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Virginia Water Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 25 July 2017).
What are the opening times of Virginia Water Medical Practice?
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 9am to noon, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 14 March 2019. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Virginia Water Medical Practice?
Call 01344 842951. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Christchurch Road, Virginia Water, GU25 4RL.
How many patients are registered at Virginia Water Medical Practice?
Around 5,848 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sasse Network 2 PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Surrey and Sussex 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.