Aldergate GP Same-Day Appointments, Opening Times & Registration Guide
A scan-first guide for patients who need Aldergate Medical Practice phone details, appointment types, opening hours, extended access, prescription rules, catchment registration, map directions and what to do when the surgery is closed.
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Aldergate Medical Practice key details
Most useful patient detail: Aldergate’s official appointment information splits access into same-day, routine, telephone, online, treatment room, home visit and medication-review routes. Choosing the correct route matters more than simply asking for “an appointment”.
Aldergate Medical Practice appointment types: choose the right route
| Appointment type | Best for | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Same-day | A problem that is medically urgent and needs quicker clinician input. | Symptoms, when it started, red flags, medication and why it cannot wait. |
| Routine | Ongoing issues, non-urgent reviews and planned follow-up. | Main issue, previous advice, test results, medication and your preferred contact time. |
| Telephone | Problems where a face-to-face examination is not likely to be needed. | Keep your phone available and make sure the practice has your correct number. |
| Online | Medical query that does not need face-to-face or telephone contact. | Clear summary, one main issue, photos only if the official form asks for them. |
| Treatment room | Blood pressure, immunisations, smears, dressings, infected wounds or bites. Blood tests need GP request first. | Bring appointment details and any clinician request for blood tests or treatment. |
| Home visits | Housebound patients only. | Explain why the patient cannot attend and whether the problem is urgent. |
| Medication review / query | Repeat prescription questions, review requests or medicine concerns. | Medicine name, dose, supply left, side effects and nominated pharmacy. |
Real-world tip: if you are asking for same-day help, avoid vague wording. Say “getting worse”, “new chest tightness”, “child fever”, “severe pain”, “confusion”, “breathing difficulty” or other key detail when relevant so the practice can route the request safely.
Aldergate opening hours, extended access and PLT dates
Core opening
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6:30pm. Saturday and Sunday are listed as closed.
Extended access
Evening and weekend appointments may be offered across Tamworth through the New Mercian GP Network. Contact reception to book.
Protected Learning Time
The practice lists monthly PLT afternoons when staff attend training. Check the opening-times page before travelling on listed dates.
| Day | Official opening | Patient note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8am–6:30pm | Start early for same-day needs. |
| Tuesday | 8am–6:30pm | Check PLT dates if attending later in the day. |
| Wednesday | 8am–6:30pm | Useful for routine follow-ups and medication queries. |
| Thursday | 8am–6:30pm | Confirm availability before late travel. |
| Friday | 8am–6:30pm | Do not leave weekend concerns until closing time. |
| Saturday | Closed | Extended access may exist by booking through reception. |
| Sunday | Closed | Use NHS 111 or 999 depending on severity. |
Aldergate help finder: same-day GP, routine, treatment room, NHS 111 or 999?
Choose the closest situation
This is general signposting only, not medical advice.
Repeat prescriptions at Aldergate: what matters
Do not phone prescription requests
The practice says repeat prescription requests are not taken over the phone.
Use an approved route
NHS account, Patient Access, online repeat prescription form, nominated pharmacy, post or written request.
Allow processing time
The practice says you can usually collect your prescription 3 working days after ordering.
Local patient tip: if you are registering from another GP, the practice asks patients to ensure they have 1 month of repeat medication from the current GP because records can take over 1 month to arrive.
Video: when to use NHS 111 online or call 111
This video is included because Aldergate’s opening-times guidance points patients to NHS 111 when the surgery is closed. It is more relevant here than repeating a generic NHS App video.
Note: the video is general NHS guidance, not Aldergate-specific appointment policy. For current Aldergate opening, appointment and prescription rules, use the official practice links below.
Aldergate Medical Practice map: The Mount, 10 Salters Lane, Tamworth B79 8BH
Use the exact postcode
Use B79 8BH for maps. The practice name includes “Aldergate,” but the address is The Mount, Salters Lane.
Arrive with buffer time
Salters Lane is close to central Tamworth routes. Leave time for parking, check-in and reception questions.
Access needs
If you need mobility, language, hearing or carer support, mention it before attending so reception can advise.
Registering with Aldergate Medical Practice
NHS status
The NHS profile shows The Aldergate Med.Pract. is currently accepting new patients.
Catchment first
The practice asks patients to check they are in the catchment area before filling out a registration form.
Have ready
- Full name and current Tamworth-area address
- Date of birth and contact number
- NHS number if you have it
- Previous GP details if known
- Repeat medication list and allergies
Safe surgery note
The practice says it is a safe surgery and that everyone living in England has the right to free GP care.
Common Aldergate patient mistakes to avoid
Asking only for “an appointment”
Say whether it is same-day, routine, telephone, online, treatment room, home visit or medication-related.
Using phone for prescription requests
The practice says prescription requests are not taken over the phone.
Leaving prescriptions too late
Allow the usual 3 working days after ordering, plus extra time before weekends and bank holidays.
Not checking PLT closures
Protected Learning Time afternoons can affect access. Check the opening-times page before travelling.
Using GP route for emergency
Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms. Do not wait for GP contact.
Registering without medication buffer
Before switching GP, keep at least 1 month supply of repeat medication as advised by the practice.
Official Aldergate Medical Practice links
Practice website
Use for appointments, prescriptions, services, registration and current surgery notices.
Open Practice WebsiteContact page
Use for address, reception phone number, out-of-hours 111 and online service links.
Open Contact PageOpening times
Use for current opening hours, extended access and Protected Learning Time notices.
Open Opening TimesNHS profile
Use for NHS GP profile, address, registration status and NHS service links.
Open NHS ProfileCQC profile
Use for inspection rating, provider details and quality-report context.
Open CQC ProfileAldergate Medical Practice FAQ
Aldergate Medical Practice is at The Mount, 10 Salters Lane, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 8BH.
The official contact page lists reception as 01827 219843. The CQC listing also shows 01827 219843.
The official opening-times page lists Monday to Friday from 8am to 6:30pm. Saturday and Sunday are listed as closed.
Use the correct appointment route based on need: same-day for medically urgent issues, routine for ongoing problems, telephone for issues that may not need an examination, online for suitable medical queries, treatment room for nurse-type care, and medication review routes for medicine questions.
The practice’s appointment-type page says same-day appointments help patients see a doctor or clinician quickly if the need is medically urgent.
Yes. The practice lists telephone appointments for medical problems that do not need a face-to-face examination.
The practice lists treatment room care for health checks such as blood pressure, immunisations, smears, dressings and treatment for infected wounds or bites. Blood tests need to be requested by a GP first.
The practice says home visits are restricted to housebound patients only.
No. The practice says it does not take prescription requests over the phone. Use NHS account, Patient Access, online repeat prescription form, nominated pharmacy, post or written request.
The practice says prescriptions can usually be collected 3 working days after ordering.
The NHS profile shows The Aldergate Med.Pract. is currently accepting new patients. The practice also asks patients to check they are inside the catchment area before registering.
CQC lists The Aldergate Medical Practice as Overall: Good.
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 if you need medical help now and it is not an emergency. Call 999 for life-threatening medical or mental health emergencies.
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Aldergate key details
Address: The Mount, 10 Salters Lane, Tamworth B79 8BH. Reception: 01827 219843. Opening: Mon–Fri, 8am–6:30pm. CQC: Good. NHS: accepting new patients.
Safe-use reminder: use Aldergate’s official appointment route for routine and same-day GP needs, NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help when closed, and 999 for life-threatening emergencies.