Phone, Hours & GP Routes
Use this guide before calling Farnham Medical Centre, booking through eConsult, using Patient Access, ordering repeat medication, checking opening hours, registering, requesting a fit note, finding the Stanhope Parade site, or choosing the safest urgent-care route.
This page is for Farnham Medical Centre in South Shields, not Farnham Park Health Group, Farnham Dene Medical Practice in Surrey, or Farnham Medical Practice in Ireland.
Make Sure You Have the Correct Farnham Medical Centre
Search results can be confusing because “Farnham” is also a town in Surrey and there are other similarly named practices. This guide is for the NHS GP practice in South Shields, Tyne and Wear.
| Search result or wording | What it may mean | Correct next step |
|---|---|---|
| Farnham Medical Centre phone number | South Shields practice reception | Use 0191 455 4748. |
| Farnham Medical Centre address | Main South Shields practice | Use 435 Stanhope Road, NE33 4QY. |
| Farnham Medical Centre: Stanhope Parade Site | Separate NHS profile at Stanhope Parade Health Centre | Check whether your appointment or registration relates to the branch/site. |
| Farnham Park / Farnham Dene | Surrey GP practices around Farnham town | Do not use this page if you need GU9/GU10 Surrey practice details. |
| Farnham Medical Practice | Ireland result | Check country, phone code and website before contacting. |
Farnham Medical Centre Phone Number, Address and Hours
The official contact page lists the main reception phone, separate prescription query number, address and weekday opening hours. Use the right number so the receptionist, care navigator or prescription team can help faster.
Reception number
0191 455 4748 is the main number for reception and appointment contact.
Prescription query number
0191 625 9444 is listed Monday-Friday, 10:00-13:00, for prescription queries.
Address
Farnham Medical Centre, 435 Stanhope Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 4QY.
| Day | Listed opening hours | Best patient use | When closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00-18:30 | Call early for appointment or care-navigation help. | Use NHS 111 if urgent and not life-threatening. |
| Tuesday | 08:00-18:30 | Use Patient Access, eConsult or reception depending on task. | Use 999 for emergencies. |
| Wednesday | 08:00-18:30 | Good day for routine admin, fit-note or prescription planning. | Use NHS 111 if urgent. |
| Thursday | 08:00-18:30 | Sort repeat medication before Friday/weekend pressure. | Use NHS 111 if urgent. |
| Friday | 08:00-18:30 | Do not leave prescriptions or admin until late Friday. | Use NHS 111 if urgent over the weekend. |
| Saturday/Sunday | Closed | Routine GP tasks usually wait until the next opening day. | Use NHS 111 or 999 depending on severity. |
Appointments, eConsult, Patient Access and NHS App
Farnham Medical Centre says Care Navigators may ask questions when you call so you get the right care at the right time. Appointment routes include reception, telephone, eConsult and the NHS App / online access where available.
Use reception or phone for appointment help
You can visit reception or call 0191 455 4748. Explain one patient and one main problem clearly so the team can route you safely.
Use eConsult for suitable online requests
The practice website links to eConsult for online consultation, reports/admin services and fit-note requests. If the query is urgent, call instead.
Use NHS App where enabled
The practice says online and app routes can help with appointments, prescriptions and resources. Exact functions depend on your account and practice settings.
Ask about extended access if routine timing is difficult
The appointment page says registered patients can obtain late evening and weekend appointments, booked ahead through the practice. You may be seen at a different location.
Repeat Prescriptions and Prescription Query Line
Farnham Medical Centre says repeat medications can be ordered by dropping a list into the reception box, ordering online or through the NHS App, using your pharmacy, or asking about repeat dispensing. Phone requests are limited to vulnerable patients or medically urgent medication cases.
| Prescription task | Best route | Prepare this | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine repeat medicine | NHS App, online request, pharmacy route or written list at reception | Medicine name, dose, quantity and nominated pharmacy. | Waiting until the last dose or trying to order routinely by phone. |
| Prescription query | Call 0191 625 9444 Mon-Fri, 10:00-13:00 | Date requested, medicine name, pharmacy name and whether you may run out. | Calling reception without the medicine details. |
| Repeat dispensing | Ask the practice/pharmacy if suitable | Stable repeat medicine list and preferred chemist. | Assuming every medicine is suitable for repeat dispensing. |
| Urgent medication problem | Practice, pharmacy or NHS 111 depending on timing and seriousness | Medicine name, dose, last dose taken and symptoms if relevant. | Waiting silently if an essential medicine is missing. |
Registering with Farnham Medical Centre
The practice registration page says anyone in England can register with a GP surgery to access NHS services and that registration is free. It says most patients live within the NE33 and NE34 postcode areas.
In person
Call into the surgery and complete the registration form and new patient questionnaire.
Download form
The practice links to the official GP registration form route and says you can hand in the completed form.
Online registration
The practice provides an online NHS registration link for organisation code A88002.
Doctors, Nurses and the Healthcare Team
The official team page lists GP partners, salaried GPs, nursing staff, healthcare assistants, phlebotomist, care navigation and management. The practice is also an accredited GP Training and Foundation Training Practice.
GP partners and GPs
The team page lists GP Partners including Dr S Batson, Dr F.R Brettell, Dr R.J Curtis, Dr R Gill, Dr G Kuruvilla and Dr D Power, plus salaried GPs including Dr R Aynsley, Dr C Brocklehurst, Dr P Tatnall and Dr D Henderson.
Wider team
Appointment routing may involve nurses, advanced nurse practitioners, first contact practitioner, healthcare assistants, phlebotomy, care navigators and other community or PCN-supported roles.
Fit Notes, Sick Notes and Return-to-Work Confusion
The practice fit-note page says doctors provide fit notes after assessing whether a patient is well enough to work. Fit notes are normally for sickness lasting more than seven days; the first seven days should be self-certified.
First 7 days
Self-certify. The practice says a fee may apply if you request a note for this period.
More than 7 days
Use eConsult / the official fit-note route and explain the illness, dates off work and whether you have already had a clinical review.
No “return to work note”
The practice says there is no return-to-work note now. Discuss phased return or occupational health with your employer if needed.
Clinics and Services: What Farnham Medical Centre Offers
The clinics page lists a wide range of GP practice services. Availability, eligibility and booking rules can change, so verify before arriving.
Antenatal self-referral, baby immunisations, cervical screening, contraception, adult immunisations and NHS Health Checks.
Asthma, COPD, heart disease, diabetes, vascular disease, dementia, blood pressure and other annual reviews.
Blood pressure, weight support, wound care, stitches/staples removal, HRT monitoring and injections.
Ear clinic, ear suction, joint injections, minor surgery, learning disability annual health checks and travel advice.
Stanhope Parade Site: Do Not Confuse It with the Main Practice
The NHS profile shows a Farnham Medical Centre: Stanhope Parade Site at Stanhope Parade Health Centre, Gordon Street, South Tyneside, NE33 4JP. That NHS profile says the GP surgery is not currently accepting new patients. Always check which site your appointment or registration relates to.
| Site | Address | Use this for | Important note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Farnham Medical Centre | 435 Stanhope Road, South Shields, NE33 4QY | Main contact, reception, services, appointments and registration route. | Main phone: 0191 455 4748. |
| Stanhope Parade Site | Stanhope Parade Health Centre, Gordon Street, NE33 4JP | Branch/site profile and possible appointment-location confusion. | NHS profile says not currently accepting new patients. |
CQC Rating, Feedback and Complaints
CQC lists Farnham Medical Centre as a GP practice with an overall rating of Good. The CQC inspection page also notes later reviews of data and the 2016 comprehensive inspection rating. Use CQC for regulated-service context, not for booking or medical advice.
CQC Good
Use the CQC profile to verify the current public regulatory rating and inspection history.
Friends and Family Test
The practice has an FFT page for anonymous patient feedback and publishes results updates.
Complaints and suggestions
The policies page says patients can provide comments, complaints and suggestions through the online form or by telephone.
Farnham Medical Centre Map and Directions
Use the map for the main practice at 435 Stanhope Road, South Shields, NE33 4QY. Before travelling, check whether your issue can be handled by phone, eConsult, Patient Access, NHS App, pharmacy or NHS 111.
Farnham GP Route Planner
Choose your task and this browser-side helper gives a practical next step. It does not send information anywhere.
Select your situation to get a practical next-step list.
Call and Message Scripts
Short, specific messages help the care navigation and clinical teams route you more safely.
Appointment call
Hello, my name is ______. I’m registered with Farnham Medical Centre. I need help with ______. It started ______. I’m not having life-threatening symptoms. What is the safest appointment or clinician route?Prescription query
Hello, I’m calling about a prescription query. The medicine is ______, dose ______. I requested it on ______. My pharmacy is ______. I have / have not run out. Can you check the status?Fit note request
Hello, I have been off work since ______ and need advice about a fit note. I have / have not already been assessed for this illness. What information do you need?Registration
Hello, I want to register with Farnham Medical Centre. I live in ______ postcode. I take regular medication. Which form should I complete and how do I avoid a medication gap?Official Links to Use After Reading This Guide
Use these official links for the final action because appointment routes, online requests, opening times, registration, prescription rules and feedback options can change.
Farnham Medical Centre FAQ
Where is Farnham Medical Centre?
Farnham Medical Centre is at 435 Stanhope Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 4QY.
What is the Farnham Medical Centre phone number?
The main reception number is 0191 455 4748.
What is the prescription query number?
The prescription query number is 0191 625 9444, listed Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 13:00.
What are Farnham Medical Centre opening hours?
The practice lists Monday to Friday as 08:00 to 18:30 and Saturday and Sunday as closed.
Does Farnham Medical Centre use eConsult?
Yes, the practice website links to eConsult for online consultations and certain admin or fit-note style requests. If your query is urgent, call the practice or use NHS 111/999 depending on seriousness.
How do I book an appointment?
You can use reception, telephone, eConsult or online routes such as the NHS App where enabled. The practice says Care Navigators may ask questions to direct you to the right clinician or service.
How do I order repeat prescriptions?
The practice says medication can be ordered by dropping a list at reception, ordering online or via the NHS App, through your pharmacy, or by asking about repeat dispensing. Phone requests are limited to vulnerable patients or medically urgent medication cases.
Can I register with Farnham Medical Centre?
The registration page says anyone in England can register with a GP surgery for NHS services and that most patients live within NE33 and NE34 postcodes. Use the official registration page to check the current route.
Who are the doctors at Farnham Medical Centre?
The official team page lists GP partners including Dr S Batson, Dr F.R Brettell, Dr R.J Curtis, Dr R Gill, Dr G Kuruvilla and Dr D Power, plus salaried GPs including Dr R Aynsley, Dr C Brocklehurst, Dr P Tatnall and Dr D Henderson.
What is the CQC rating for Farnham Medical Centre?
CQC lists Farnham Medical Centre with an overall rating of Good. Check the CQC profile for current public inspection and rating information.
Is the Stanhope Parade Site the same as the main practice?
No. The main practice is at 435 Stanhope Road, NE33 4QY. The NHS also lists Farnham Medical Centre: Stanhope Parade Site at Stanhope Parade Health Centre, Gordon Street, NE33 4JP. Check which site your appointment or registration relates to.
What should I do when the practice is closed?
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent but not life-threatening help. Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms or immediate danger.