Practice Information

Surgery Information

All the information you might need

Surgery Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesday 8:15 am to 6:00 pm
Thursday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Friday 8:15 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Telephone Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Out of Hours Services

Non-urgent advice: Out of Hours

111 is the NHS non-emergency number. It’s fast, easy and free. Call 111 and speak to a highly trained adviser, supported by healthcare professionals. They will ask you a series of questions to assess your symptoms and immediately direct you to the best medical care for you.

NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.

In case of a life-threatening emergency, please dial 999.


Finding Us

63-65 Bondgate,
Darlington,
Country Durham,
DL3 7JR

Non-urgent advice: Public Transport

We are within walking distance of the Town Centre and can be easily accessed from “Four Riggs” bus stop which is just outside the surgery

Non-urgent advice: Parking

We have a large car park accessible from Four Riggs which has zero-step access to our surgery. Parking is free for patients whilst they attend the surgery

Accessibility

  • Step-free access from our car park and to all consulting rooms in the surgery (via lift)
  • Disabled parking spaces for use by disabled badge holders
  • Hearing aid loop system installed
  • Guide dogs are welcome

Complaints

Talk to us

Every patient has the right to make a complaint about the treatment or care they have received at Blacketts Medical Practice.

We understand that we may not always get everything right and, by telling us about the problem you have encountered, we will be able to improve our services and patient experience.

Who to talk to

Most complaints can be resolved at a local level. Please speak to a member of staff if you have a concern and they will assist you where possible.  Alternatively, ask to speak to the Practice Manager, but note this may need to be a booked appointment.

A complaint can be made verbally or in writing.  A complaints form is available from reception.