Search for a GP near you
A new symptom, a persistent health problem, a repeat prescription or regular follow-up can all lead you to search for a GP near you. This directory lists the GP surgeries in your town or around your location. You can check each practice's phone number and opening hours, then call the surgery directly with your questions.
Find a GP nearby
Searching by town or postcode area helps you quickly find GPs nearby and see which GP surgeries near you suit your needs. A listing may include the surgery address, GP phone number, opening hours, location and other practical details. If you need to know whether a practice is open today or how it handles appointment requests, call the reception team.
What reasons might you have for consulting a GP?
You can see a GP for a fever, an infection, a cough, unusual pain, digestive problems, mild breathing difficulties, a urinary infection, a vaccination, a health check or the follow-up of a treatment. A GP can also provide fit notes and other medical documents. When needed, they can refer you to a hospital specialist or arrange further tests.
Booking an appointment with a GP
In the UK, you usually need to register with a GP practice, often one covering the area where you live, before you can book an appointment. Many practices let you request a GP appointment by phone, in person or online, through the practice website or the NHS App. NHS GP appointments are free at the point of use for registered patients. Prescription charges may apply in England, while prescriptions are free in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Outside surgery opening hours, an out-of-hours GP service can be reached through NHS 111.
Consulting a doctor for medical follow-up
A GP manages the follow-up of many short-term and long-term conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma and some types of persistent pain. They can prescribe medicines or arrange tests in line with NHS guidelines. They then review the results with you and advise on prevention, taking your medical history into account. If you need a longer review, ask the surgery when you phone.
Find a GP in your town
Use the search tool to find a GP near me, view the available listings and call the surgery that best meets your needs to confirm how to book an appointment. Before your consultation, make a list of your symptoms, current medicines, allergies and any recent test results. In the event of chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness or immediate danger, call 999 straight away.
