White Horse Medical Practice Faringdon
White Horse Medical Practice is an NHS GP surgery at Faringdon Medical Centre. This guide puts the verified address, phone number, opening hours, registration route, appointment options, prescriptions, accessibility and CQC context in one practical place.
Use it to decide what to do next before opening an official form, calling reception, travelling to Volunteer Way or checking NHS services.
White Horse Medical Practice Address, Phone and Email
The NHS profile and CQC listing both point to the Faringdon Medical Centre location. Use the full address when planning a visit, because “White Horse” can also appear in unrelated local names.
Practice address
White Horse Medical Practice
The Faringdon Medical Centre
Volunteer Way
Faringdon
Oxfordshire
SN7 7YU
Reception contact
Phone: 01367 242388
Email listed by NHS: whitehorse.pmanager@nhs.net
Do not use email for emergencies or urgent clinical symptoms. Phone the practice, use NHS 111, or call 999 when appropriate.
White Horse Medical Practice Opening Hours
NHS lists the reception opening times below and marks them as last confirmed on 18 November 2024. Live opening arrangements can change for bank holidays, staff training, protected learning time or temporary notices, so use the official practice website or NHS profile before travelling.
| Day | NHS-listed reception times | Patient note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8am to 7:30pm | Longer listed reception opening than the other weekdays. |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm | Use official online services for non-urgent requests where available. |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm | Routine GP, nursing and admin requests should use the appropriate practice route. |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm | Check live practice notices if you are travelling for a timed appointment. |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm | Plan prescriptions and admin requests before the weekend. |
| Saturday | Closed | Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency care when appropriate. |
| Sunday | Closed | Use 999 for life-threatening emergencies. |
Which White Horse Route Should You Use?
Start with the task. The right route depends on whether you need urgent care, a GP request, a prescription, registration, test results, access support or official inspection information.
Appointments and Online Requests
The most useful approach is to prepare the information the practice needs before you call or open an official online route. Reception or online triage may direct your request to a GP, nurse, healthcare assistant, pharmacist or another appropriate service.
Decide whether it is urgent
If symptoms are serious or rapidly worsening, use 999 or NHS 111 rather than a routine practice route.
Open the official practice website or NHS App
Use the official White Horse website for current patient forms and the NHS App/NHS account for enabled online GP services.
Prepare one clear problem
Write down when it started, what has changed, current medicines, allergies, relevant test results, your availability and the best contact number.
Explain access needs early
Mention interpreter needs, hearing support, mobility requirements, carer involvement or communication preferences when making the request.
Follow the response route
You may be offered telephone advice, a face-to-face appointment, a nursing appointment, a prescription action, self-care advice or another NHS service.
Register with White Horse Medical Practice
NHS provides a live registration route for this practice. The NHS page also says most GPs only register patients who live in the area they cover, so check the catchment step before completing the form.
Check the catchment area
Use the NHS registration page for White Horse Medical Practice and enter your postcode when asked. This helps confirm whether your address is near enough for registration.
Choose online registration if suitable
NHS says online registration is faster and easier when your personal information is ready. Use the NHS online registration link from the official NHS profile.
Prepare the information requested
Have your name, address, previous GP details if applicable, NHS number if known, emergency contact, carer details if relevant, medical history, allergies, medication and contact details.
Do not stop because you lack ID
The NHS registration page says you do not need proof of address, immigration status, ID or an NHS number to register online with a GP.
Use other routes if online registration is not right for you
NHS says you can check the GP surgery website, phone reception, email the listed practice email, or visit the surgery to collect a form.
Prescriptions, Repeat Medication and Dispensing
White Horse Medical Practice is described by CQC as a GP practice and historical CQC material described it as a dispensing practice. Dispensing eligibility is not the same as being registered with the GP, so patients should confirm current arrangements directly with the practice before making a special collection journey.
Repeat medicines
Use the practice’s current repeat-prescription route or NHS online services where enabled. Check medicine name, strength, dose and days left before sending a request.
NHS App / NHS account
NHS lists online health and prescription services from the practice profile. Sign in using your usual GP online service or the NHS App where available.
Collection check
If you normally collect medicine from the practice or a pharmacy, confirm that the prescription is ready before travelling.
Parking, Facilities and Accessibility
The NHS facilities page lists several access features at White Horse Medical Practice. Healthwatch Oxfordshire’s 2024 Enter and View summary adds practical observations from a site visit, including a busy but organised car park.
Parking
NHS lists car parking, cycle parking and disabled parking. Healthwatch also recorded disabled parking near the building and bike racks.
Step-free and wheelchair access
NHS lists wheelchair access and step-free access. Healthwatch reported wheelchairs at the entrance during its visit.
Other facilities
NHS lists disabled toilet, induction loop and baby changing facilities. Confirm current arrangements with reception if a facility is essential to your visit.
CQC Rating and Inspection Context
The Care Quality Commission profile currently displays White Horse Medical Practice as Overall: Good. CQC also lists the practice as a GP practice at Faringdon Medical Centre, with the same phone number and official website.
| CQC item | Published context | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | Good | Use the current CQC profile for the latest displayed rating. |
| Service type | GP practice | Confirms this is regulated as a primary medical service. |
| Location | Faringdon Medical Centre, Volunteer Way, Faringdon, SN7 7YU | Matches the NHS location information. |
| Inspection age | The detailed CQC report history is not a new 2026 inspection. | Do not treat the historic report date as a fresh inspection. |
When White Horse Medical Practice Is Closed
Use 999 for a life-threatening emergency, such as severe breathing difficulty, chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, collapse, seizure that is not stopping or severe allergic reaction.
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 when you need urgent medical help but it is not a 999 emergency.
Use White Horse Medical Practice for routine GP requests, repeat prescriptions, test queries, registration, fit-note requests and planned appointments during normal service availability.
Map to White Horse Medical Practice Faringdon
This map is included as a directions aid only. It points to the verified NHS/CQC address at The Faringdon Medical Centre, Volunteer Way, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 7YU.
Official Links and What to Do There
These links are included to help you complete the actual task. MedicalGroupUK.org is independent and is not White Horse Medical Practice, the NHS, CQC or Healthwatch Oxfordshire.
White Horse Medical Practice Faringdon FAQs
Where is White Horse Medical Practice in Faringdon?
White Horse Medical Practice is at The Faringdon Medical Centre, Volunteer Way, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 7YU.
What is the White Horse Medical Practice phone number?
The NHS and CQC listings give the reception phone number as 01367 242388.
What are the NHS-listed opening hours?
NHS lists Monday 8am to 7:30pm, Tuesday to Friday 8am to 6:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday closed.
Can I register with White Horse Medical Practice online?
Yes, the NHS profile links to online GP registration. Check the catchment area first and prepare your personal details, previous GP details if relevant, NHS number if known, emergency contact, medical history, allergies, medication and contact details.
Do I need ID or proof of address to register?
The NHS registration page says you do not need proof of address, immigration status, ID or an NHS number to register online with a GP.
Does White Horse Medical Practice have disabled access?
NHS lists wheelchair access, step-free access, disabled parking, disabled toilet and an induction loop. Confirm current arrangements with the practice if any access feature is essential to your visit.
Is there parking at White Horse Medical Practice?
NHS lists car parking, cycle parking and disabled parking. Healthwatch Oxfordshire’s 2024 summary also described the car park as busy but well organised, with disabled parking near the building.
What is White Horse Medical Practice’s CQC rating?
CQC currently displays White Horse Medical Practice as Overall: Good. Check the official CQC profile for the latest rating and inspection information.
What should I do if the surgery is closed?
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent non-emergency help. Call 999 for a life-threatening emergency.
Is MedicalGroupUK.org the official White Horse Medical Practice website?
No. MedicalGroupUK.org is an independent information website. Use the official practice, NHS and CQC links for live services, registration, forms, current notices and regulated information.