Local GP practices working together to offer more convenient appointment times for patients

We are part of a network of practices (known as “hubs”) in Shropshire, working together to offer patients “Extended Access” to pre-bookable appointments in the evenings, at the weekend and during bank holidays.

In Shropshire, local practices work together in a network of “hubs” to provide this service. The “hubs” take turns to provide the Extended Access appointments to patients. This means patients could be offered an appointment at their own surgery or at a nearby practice in the local area (part of the hub). Patients will be advised about appointment location at time of booking, enabling them to make an informed choice about their where and when they access care.

Locally the pre-bookable appointments are available as follows:

• Weekday evenings (Monday to Friday) between 6.30pm and 8.00pm (at a local area hub)
• Saturdays between 8.00am and 5.00pm (at a local area hub)
• Sundays and bank holidays between 8.30am and 12.30pm (at a single site in central Shrewsbury)

Arranging a pre-bookable evening, weekend or bank holiday appointment is easy to do – patients simply need to contact us, during normal opening hours, and speak to the practice receptionist or a member of the practice team who will be able to help. Appointments may not be with your registered GP but will be with a GP or other qualified healthcare professional.