Appointments

Book a free online NHS contraception consultation

Free bookable video consultations to start, review or change oral contraception which are free on the NHS. This is provided by an external service

Book a free online NHS Pharmacy First consultation

Free same-day video consultations for sore throat, sinus infections, UTIs, impetigo, insect bites and shingles including NHS treatment. This is provided by an external service

Get treated for joint or muscle pains by a physiotherapist

Free direct access to specialist physiotherapy, without needing a referral, for adults. This is provided by an external service.

Non-urgent advice: Call 999 if:

signs of a heart attack 
chest pain, pressure, heaviness, tightness or squeezing across the chest

signs of a stroke 
face dropping on one side, can’t hold both arms up, difficulty speaking

sudden confusion (delirium) 
cannot be sure of own name or age

suicide attempt 
by taking something or self-harming

severe difficulty breathing 
not being able to get words out, choking or gasping

heavy bleeding 
spraying, pouring or enough to make a puddle

severe injuries 
after a serious accident

seizure (fit)
shaking or jerking because of a fit, or unconscious (can’t be woken up)

sudden, rapid swelling 
of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue

labour or childbirth
waters breaking, more frequent intense cramps (contractions), baby coming, or just born

Requesting an appointment or home visit

When you get in touch, we’ll ask what you need help with.

To request an appointment:

  • phone us on 01924 223 909, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm
  • use our online form (Patchs), we will respond within 2 working days
  • visit the surgery and speak with a receptionist, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6.30pm

We use a special tool to ask specific questions related to your problem. The tool will then advise whether an appointment, referral to another service, or advice is given.

Home visits

If you are too unwell or physically unable to visit the surgery, we may provide a home visit. If you think you need a home visit, phone us on 01924 223 909 as soon as possible from 8am. A clinician will contact you to access whether a home visit is needed.

If you need help with your appointment

Please tell us:

  • if there’s a specific doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional you prefer
  • if you would prefer to consult via phone, face-to-face or video
  • if you need an interpreter
  • if you have any other access or communication needs.

Request an appointment online

Use our online form (PATCHS) to securely request an appointment without feeling rushed.

Our appointment system explained

Read why we ask you about your problem and how this helps you.

Cancelling or changing an appointment

To cancel your appointment:

  • use your NHS account
  • use the link on your appointment message reminder
  • phone us on 01924 223 909, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm

If you need help when we’re closed

Evening and weekend appointments

There are evening and weekend appointments available through our extended hours service (GP Care Wakefield). Phone us on 01924 223 909 during the below times to access this service:

  • Monday to Friday from 6pm to 9.30pm
  • Saturday from 9am to 5pm
  • Sunday from 9am to 1pm
  • Bank holidays from 9am to 3pm

Help from NHS 111

If you’re worried about a symptom and not sure what help you need, NHS 111 can tell you what to do next.

Go to 111.nhs.uk or call 111.

For a life-threatening emergency call 999.

Page last reviewed: 27 June 2025