Overdale Medical Practice | NHS GP Appointments & Hours
Use this practical Overdale Medical Practice guide to choose the correct Borrowash or Breaston route for appointments, opening hours, phone access, online requests, registration, repeat prescriptions, NHS App/SystmOnline, urgent help, map and official checks.
Hero buttons keep users inside this guide first. Official practice, NHS, CQC and urgent-care links appear later after the practical explanation.
Overdale Medical Practice: appointments, opening hours, phone numbers and NHS services
Overdale Medical Practice serves patients through two Derbyshire sites: Borrowash Surgery at 207 Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, Derby, DE72 3HG and Breaston Surgery at 1 Bridge Field, Breaston, Derby, DE72 3DS. For appointments, phone 01332 280800 for Borrowash or 01332 872217 for Breaston. The NHS profiles show both listed Overdale GP surgery sites are currently accepting new patients, but registration still depends on the practice boundary.
Borrowash address
207 Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 3HG. Use the postcode when checking maps, buses, parking and CQC/NHS records.
Breaston address
1 Bridge Field, Breaston, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 3DS. Check if your appointment is at Breaston before travelling.
Phone access
Borrowash: 01332 280800. Breaston: 01332 872217. The official appointment page says telephone lines are open Monday to Friday, with a callback option during busy periods.
New patients
NHS profiles show Overdale is currently accepting new patients, but the practice says you must live inside the practice boundary and it no longer accepts new patients living in Spondon.
Online requests
The official online request form is for routine or non-urgent requests only. Same-day urgent problems must be handled by phone.
Emergency rule
Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help and 999 for life-threatening symptoms. Do not use routine GP forms for emergency symptoms.
Most useful Overdale-specific point: this is a two-site practice. Many delays happen when patients search only “Overdale Medical Practice” and then call or travel without checking whether their appointment, prescription hand-in or registration task is linked to Borrowash or Breaston.
What do you need from Overdale Medical Practice today?
Use this route finder before you phone, submit an online form or travel. It separates same-day clinical needs from routine online/admin tasks, prescription requests and registration questions.
Overdale GP route finder
This tool is general signposting only. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace urgent medical advice.
5-step Overdale workflow before you call, submit a form or travel
A practical GP guide should help you decide the next action. Follow this order to reduce wrong-site calls, delayed prescription requests and unsafe use of routine forms.
Check urgency first
If symptoms may be life-threatening, use 999. If you need urgent advice but it is not an emergency, use NHS 111. If you need same-day Overdale help and it cannot safely wait, phone the surgery rather than using the routine online form.
Choose Borrowash or Breaston
Use Borrowash for 207 Victoria Avenue, DE72 3HG and Breaston for 1 Bridge Field, DE72 3DS. Confirm which site your appointment, hand-in or clinic is at before travelling.
Use the right request route
Use the official online request form for routine non-urgent work. Use phone for same-day urgent GP access. Use SystmOnline/NHS App or prescription hand-in routes for repeat medication.
Give useful information
Include symptoms, duration, worsening signs, current medicines, allergies, which site you can attend, callback availability and whether you need a clinician, pharmacist, nurse, ANP or admin help.
Verify live details before acting
Opening times, Saturday clinics, phone queues, online forms and registration boundaries can change. Use the official source links near the end of this article before relying on any detail.
How to request an NHS GP appointment at Overdale Medical Practice
Overdale’s official appointments page says the practice offers on-the-day clinician appointments where clinically required. It also says receptionists need a brief description of your problem so they can direct you to the most appropriate clinician, which may be a GP, nurse practitioner, practice nurse, pharmacist, pharmacy technician, mental health practitioner, social prescriber or care coordinator.
| Route | Best for | What to prepare | When not to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borrowash phone 01332 280800 |
Borrowash patients, urgent same-day problems, site-specific appointment checks and patients who cannot use online forms. | Name, date of birth, symptoms, duration, urgency, medicines, callback number and which site you can attend. | Do not use routine phone access instead of 999 for emergency symptoms. |
| Breaston phone 01332 872217 |
Breaston patients, site-specific queries, pre-booking checks and help when online access is unsuitable. | Same details as above, plus whether your request is clinical, prescription, online access or admin. | Do not assume Breaston can handle a Borrowash-only appointment location without checking. |
| Online request form | Routine or non-urgent GP, nurse, ANP, pharmacist, long-term condition review, blood test follow-up, smear, vaccine, sick note, referral or admin request. | One clear request, relevant details, preferred site, availability and contact method. | The official page says not to use it for urgent problems or immediate same-day help. |
| Pre-bookable appointments | Planned reviews or non-immediate issues where waiting is safe. | Reason, clinician type if known, site preference and dates you can attend. | Do not delay if symptoms are worsening or cannot safely wait. |
| Pharmacy First / pharmacy advice | Minor illness, medicine advice and some common conditions where pharmacy support is suitable. | Symptoms, age, allergies, pregnancy status if relevant, medicines and what you have tried. | Use GP, 111 or 999 if symptoms are severe, worsening, complex or high-risk. |
Busy phone queue tip
The official appointments page says Overdale uses a call back system during busier times. Selecting 9 can keep your place in the queue and trigger a call back when a receptionist becomes available.
Why reception asks questions
Overdale says receptionists ask for a brief description to direct patients to the correct clinician. This is not just admin — it helps route you to the GP, nurse, pharmacist, mental health practitioner or another team member.
Good Overdale request example: “I am registered at Overdale Medical Practice. I can attend Borrowash/Breaston. I need help with _____. It started _____. It is getting better/worse. I take _____. I am worried because _____. I can take a call at _____. Please advise whether this should be same-day, routine, nurse, pharmacist, mental health practitioner, NHS 111 or 999.”
Overdale Medical Practice opening hours: Borrowash and Breaston
The official surgery details page lists different opening and telephone times for Borrowash and Breaston. Saturday access is not the same as weekday access: Borrowash lists Saturday pre-booked clinics only, with no on-the-day appointments.
| Site | Surgery opening times | Telephone opening times | Important patient note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borrowash Surgery | Monday to Friday, 08:00–18:30. Saturday, 08:30–11:30 for pre-booked appointments only. | Monday to Friday, 08:30–18:30. Saturday telephone listed as closed. | Do not expect Saturday same-day appointments. Check official updates before travelling. |
| Breaston Surgery | Monday to Friday, 08:00–18:00. Saturday and Sunday closed. | Monday to Friday, 08:30–18:00. Saturday and Sunday closed. | Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help when the practice is closed. |
Before travelling: opening times can change for bank holidays, staff training, practice notices, clinics and local service updates. Check the official surgery details page before travelling, especially for Saturday clinics or end-of-day arrival.
Register with Overdale Medical Practice
The NHS profiles for Overdale’s Borrowash and Breaston sites show the GP surgery is currently accepting new patients. However, the official registration page says Overdale welcomes new patients living within the practice area only, asks users to check the practice boundary first, and notes that the practice no longer accepts new patients living in Spondon.
Check postcode boundary
Do not register only because Borrowash or Breaston is nearby. Use the official practice boundary map and confirm your postcode is inside the drawn area.
Use online registration
Once your address is inside the practice area, the official page points patients to online registration. Prepare your personal and previous GP details first.
Understand Spondon note
The official page says Overdale no longer accepts new patients living in Spondon. If you live outside the area, use NHS Find a GP for alternatives.
| Prepare this | Why it helps | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Current address and postcode | Boundary eligibility depends on where you live. | Check the official boundary map before filling in forms. |
| NHS number if known | Can help identify your NHS record faster. | Helpful but not always essential for registration. |
| Previous GP details | Supports transfer of your records. | Include previous practice name and town if you know it. |
| Regular medication and allergies | Important while records transfer and before repeat medication is set up. | Do not wait until you run out before registering. |
| Photo ID for online access setup | Overdale says online access forms need photo ID for patients aged 16+. | Use driving licence, passport or another accepted photo ID where available. |
Temporary resident note: Overdale explains that if you are staying in the practice area for up to 3 months, you may be able to register as a temporary resident using a GMS3 form from reception.
Repeat prescriptions, SystmOnline, NHS App and pharmacy help
Overdale’s official repeat prescription page says you can order repeat medication online through SystmOnline, through the NHS App where enabled, or by handing requests in at either Borrowash or Breaston. The practice says repeat prescription requests are not taken by telephone for medico-legal reasons.
SystmOnline
Use SystmOnline for repeat medication where you have access. Overdale says SystmOnline can also support online records, appointments and test results.
NHS App
The NHS App can help eligible patients request repeat prescriptions, view records, check results and manage some GP services depending on practice settings.
By hand
Overdale says prescription requests can be handed in at either site. It specifically says prescriptions can be posted through the letterbox at Breaston Practice only.
| Prescription issue | Overdale rule / practical meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Phone repeat requests | The practice says repeat prescription requests are not taken over the telephone. | Use SystmOnline, NHS App or hand-in route instead. |
| Nominated pharmacy | Requests are sent to your nominated pharmacy. If none is set, the practice says it may choose the pharmacy closest to your home address. | Keep your nominated pharmacy updated before submitting requests. |
| Last repeat issue | The practice says to contact the surgery at least 2 weeks before running out when ordering your last repeat, so a medication review can be arranged. | Check how many repeat issues remain before requesting. |
| Ages 11–15 | Overdale says patients aged 11–15 can email repeat prescription requests because online services are not granted in the same way for this age group. | Follow the official instructions carefully and include required patient details. |
| Urgent missing medicine | Routine prescription routes are not emergency care. | Contact the practice, pharmacy or NHS 111 if missing medication could cause harm. |
Prescription request checklist: include full name, date of birth, NHS number if known, exact medication name, strength, dose, how many days left, nominated pharmacy, and whether a medication review is due. Do not promise yourself same-day supply unless the practice or pharmacy confirms it.
Overdale Medical Practice online services: SystmOnline, NHS App and online records
NHS App intent
Patients often search “Overdale Medical Practice NHS App” because they want repeat prescriptions, appointments, results or records. NHS App features can vary by practice settings and patient access level.
SystmOnline setup
Overdale says patients need a username and password from the practice. Adult access requires a completed form and up-to-date photo ID.
Child access
Overdale explains special access rules for children, including automatic changes around age 11 and direct adult access from age 16 with the correct form and ID.
This is a general NHS App repeat prescription help video, not an Overdale Medical Practice-specific video. It is included because Overdale supports NHS App/SystmOnline prescription and online-service routes. No VideoObject schema is added because this article does not use a verified uploadDate for the video.
NHS 111, urgent help and 999 near Overdale Medical Practice
The online form is not for urgent same-day problems. Overdale says if you feel you need to be seen on the same day, you must telephone Borrowash or Breaston and the reception team will guide you. When the practice is closed, use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help.
Call 999 now
Use 999 for life-threatening symptoms such as chest pain, severe breathing difficulty, stroke signs, collapse, severe bleeding, serious injury, seizure not stopping or severe allergic reaction.
Use NHS 111
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 if you need urgent medical help and are not sure what to do, especially when Overdale is closed.
Use Overdale
Use Overdale routes for routine GP problems, same-day practice triage, long-term condition reviews, prescriptions, sick notes, test follow-ups and admin requests.
Do not wait for an online request reply if someone may be seriously ill, injured, confused, struggling to breathe, having chest pain, showing stroke symptoms, bleeding severely or having a severe allergic reaction.
Overdale Medical Practice map: Borrowash and Breaston sites
Overdale has two sites, so check the exact appointment location before travelling. Use 207 Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, Derby DE72 3HG for the Borrowash site and 1 Bridge Field, Breaston, Derby DE72 3DS for the Breaston site.
Borrowash Surgery map
Breaston Surgery map
Borrowash / Breaston local tip
Allow extra time around school, commuter and village traffic. The A52/M1-side routes can slow down at peak times, especially if you are coming from Derby, Long Eaton, Sawley or nearby villages.
Check the site name
Do not rely only on “Overdale Medical Practice” in your map app. Add Borrowash or Breaston and the postcode to avoid going to the wrong site.
Accessibility check
CQC’s older inspection summary mentions disabled facilities and mobility support across sites, but you should confirm current access, parking and lift/step-free details before travelling if essential.
Common Overdale Medical Practice mistakes to avoid
Using the online form for urgent same-day problems
The official online form clearly says not to use it for urgent problems. Phone Borrowash or Breaston instead.
Going to the wrong site
Always check Borrowash versus Breaston before travelling, handing in forms or attending a clinic.
Calling without clear symptoms
Reception needs a brief description so they can direct you to the right clinician or service.
Trying to order repeat prescriptions by phone
Overdale says repeat prescription requests are not taken by telephone for medico-legal reasons.
Leaving medication review too late
When ordering the last repeat, Overdale says to contact the surgery at least 2 weeks before running out so a review can be arranged.
Assuming Saturday is normal access
Borrowash Saturday clinics are listed for pre-booked appointments only. Same-day Saturday access is not listed.
Ignoring the practice boundary
Check the practice boundary before registering. The official page says Spondon is no longer accepted for new patients.
Forgetting the callback option
During busy periods, selecting 9 may keep your place in the telephone queue and trigger a callback.
Emailing urgent medical advice requests
The official site warns the reception email is not always monitored and should not be used for urgent advice or appointment requests.
Not updating pharmacy nomination
If no nominated pharmacy is held, Overdale may choose the pharmacy closest to your home address. Update it before requesting medicine.
Forgetting Pharmacy First
For some minor illness or medicine advice, a local pharmacy may help without a GP appointment.
Using GP routes for emergencies
Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms. Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help when unsure.
Official Overdale Medical Practice links and trusted resources
Use these official links after reading the practical guidance. They are placed here for verification and action, not as misleading “book now” shortcuts.
Practice website
Use for current practice notices, surgery information, request routes and patient resources.
official practice websiteAppointment information
Use for phone numbers, call-back option, clinician routing, Pharmacy First guidance and pre-bookable appointment notes.
official appointment pageOnline request form
Use for routine or non-urgent requests only. The official page says not to use it for urgent same-day problems.
official online request pageSurgery details and times
Use for Borrowash and Breaston opening hours, telephone times, addresses and site-specific contact details.
official opening-hours pageNew patient registration
Use for boundary checks, online registration, Spondon note, temporary resident guidance and online access information.
official registration pageRepeat prescriptions
Use for SystmOnline, NHS App, hand-in instructions, pharmacy nomination and medication review timing.
official repeat prescription pageOnline services
Use for SystmOnline setup, NHS App notes, online records, appointments and test result access.
official online services pageNHS Borrowash profile
Use for the NHS GP profile at 207 Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, including new-patient status.
official NHS Borrowash profileNHS Breaston profile
Use for the NHS GP profile at 1 Bridge Field, Breaston, including new-patient status.
official NHS Breaston profileCQC public profile
Use for CQC rating, inspection history, regulated activities and provider information.
official CQC profileNHS 111
Use for urgent non-emergency help when Overdale is closed or you are not sure what to do.
official NHS 111 onlineNHS App prescription help
Use for official NHS guidance on requesting and viewing prescriptions in the NHS App.
official NHS App prescription helpVerified internal links for NHS GP access examples
These internal links are included only because the pages were verified live. They help users compare NHS GP appointment routes, phone rules, online forms and prescription access across other practice guides.
Online form and same-day access comparison
If you want to compare Overdale’s routine online request rule with another GP triage model, use our Woodlands guide.
Woodlands Medical Practice NHS appointment guideTotal triage phone-rule comparison
Patients who want to understand strict online triage windows and phone routing can compare Overdale with Handsworth.
Handsworth Medical Practice triage guideMulti-site GP surgery comparison
Overdale has two sites. Park Medical Practice is another useful example for checking the correct surgery location before acting.
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Overdale Medical Practice appointments
Appointment intent usually means “how do I get seen?” For urgent same-day problems, phone Borrowash or Breaston. For routine or non-urgent requests, use the official online request form.
Overdale Medical Practice opening hours
Hours differ by site. Borrowash lists weekday surgery opening 08:00–18:30 and Saturday pre-booked clinics only. Breaston lists weekday surgery opening 08:00–18:00.
Overdale Medical Practice phone number
Borrowash uses 01332 280800 and Breaston uses 01332 872217. Choose the number linked to the site or task you need.
Overdale Medical Practice registration
Registration intent is about boundary eligibility. Check your postcode first, especially because the official page says new patients living in Spondon are no longer accepted.
Overdale Medical Practice prescriptions
Prescription intent usually means “how do I order medicine?” Use SystmOnline, NHS App or hand-in route. The practice says repeat requests are not taken by phone.
Overdale Medical Practice NHS App
NHS App users commonly want repeat prescriptions, records, test results and appointments. Features depend on practice settings and your online access level.
Overdale Medical Practice Borrowash
Borrowash intent points to 207 Victoria Avenue, DE72 3HG, phone 01332 280800, weekday telephone hours and Saturday pre-booked clinics.
Overdale Medical Practice Breaston
Breaston intent points to 1 Bridge Field, DE72 3DS, phone 01332 872217, weekday opening and the prescription letterbox note.
Overdale Medical Practice CQC
CQC shows Overdale Medical Practice has an overall rating of Good. Use the CQC profile for public inspection history, not appointment booking.
Deep dive into Overdale GP access
Deep dive into appointment access
Overdale’s appointment access is not just “call the GP.” Same-day clinically urgent problems should be phoned through. Routine requests can use the online form, and some appointments may be pre-booked one week ahead.
Deep dive into Borrowash vs Breaston
Two-site GP practices can confuse users. Before travelling, check whether your appointment, prescription drop-off, clinic or registration task relates to Borrowash or Breaston.
Deep dive into prescriptions and NHS App
Overdale supports SystmOnline and NHS App routes where enabled, but repeat prescription requests are not taken by phone. Medication reviews matter when repeat issues are running out.
Deep dive into registration
NHS profiles say Overdale is accepting new patients, but the official practice boundary still controls eligibility. The Spondon exclusion note is important.
Deep dive into urgent vs routine GP care
Use Overdale phone lines for same-day practice help, NHS 111 when urgent but not emergency, and 999 for life-threatening symptoms. Do not use the online form to bypass urgent guidance.
Deep dive into online access
SystmOnline and NHS App can reduce phone pressure for repeat medicines, appointments, records and results. But setup may require forms, ID and patient-specific access permissions.
Overdale Medical Practice FAQ
Overdale Medical Practice has two sites: Borrowash Surgery at 207 Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, Derby, DE72 3HG and Breaston Surgery at 1 Bridge Field, Breaston, Derby, DE72 3DS.
Borrowash Surgery is listed as 01332 280800 and Breaston Surgery is listed as 01332 872217.
Borrowash lists weekday surgery opening 08:00–18:30 and Saturday 08:30–11:30 for pre-booked appointments only. Breaston lists weekday surgery opening 08:00–18:00 and is closed weekends. Check the official opening-hours page before travelling.
For same-day urgent problems, phone Borrowash on 01332 280800 or Breaston on 01332 872217. For routine or non-urgent requests, use the official online request form where suitable.
No. The official online form says not to use it for urgent problems. If you need to be seen on the same day, telephone the surgery.
The NHS profiles show Overdale Medical Practice is currently accepting new patients, but the official practice page says you must live within the practice boundary and it no longer accepts new patients living in Spondon.
You can order repeat prescriptions through SystmOnline, the NHS App where enabled, or by handing a request in at Borrowash or Breaston. Overdale says repeat prescription requests are not taken by phone.
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent non-emergency medical help when the practice is closed. Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms or serious injury.
CQC shows Overdale Medical Practice has an overall rating of Good. Check the CQC profile for the latest public inspection information.
No. This is an independent MedicalGroupUK.org guide. It is not the official NHS, CQC or Overdale Medical Practice website. Always verify live details through official sources.
Final patient summary
Overdale Medical Practice has two Derbyshire sites: Borrowash Surgery at 207 Victoria Avenue and Breaston Surgery at 1 Bridge Field. Use the correct site phone number, check opening hours and confirm whether your request is urgent, routine, prescription, registration or online access.
Safe route reminder
For routine GP help, use official Overdale routes. For same-day urgent practice help, phone the surgery. For urgent non-emergency help when closed, use NHS 111. For life-threatening symptoms, call 999.