Albion Medical Practice | NHS GP Appointments & Hours

Emergency first: This is an independent patient guide, not the NHS and not Albion Medical Practice. Call 999 now for chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, severe bleeding, severe burns, seizure not stopping, overdose/poisoning, severe allergic reaction, sudden confusion, serious injury, serious self-harm risk, or someone not responding. For urgent medical help that is not life-threatening when the surgery is closed, use NHS 111 online or call 111.

Ashton-under-Lyne NHS GP guide

Albion Medical Practice: appointments, opening hours, prescriptions, new patients and CQC

Albion Medical Practice is an NHS GP surgery at 1 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF. This guide gives the practical next step first: how to request urgent or routine appointments, what to say to reception, how to order repeat prescriptions, when not to use phone/email, how to register, who to see for common problems, and what to do when the surgery is closed.

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Official practice phone

0161 214 8710

Use this number for: urgent same-day appointments, routine appointments, home-visit requests before 11am, appointment cancellation, sick/fit note help, prescription questions after 10am, interpreter/access needs, and help if online services are difficult.

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Address for directions

Albion Medical Practice
1 Albion Street
Ashton-under-Lyne
Lancashire
OL6 6HF

Number mismatch warning: the official practice website uses 0161 214 8710. CQC currently shows 0161 214 8717. Use the practice website number first for patient contact.

Open directions

Phone

0161 214 8710

Address

1 Albion Street, OL6 6HF

Weekday hours

8am–6:30pm

CQC

Overall Good

Quick answer: Albion Medical Practice is at 1 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF. The main phone number on the official practice website is 0161 214 8710. The practice lists weekday opening as Monday to Friday 8:00am to 6:30pm. Urgent same-day appointments are requested by phone. Routine appointments can be requested by phone, by visiting reception, or through NHS account routes for screening tests/vaccinations where available. Repeat prescription requests are not taken over phone or email.

What searchers need from “Albion Medical Practice”

Most people searching this practice need one practical answer, not a long paragraph. Use this table to route the task.

Search phrase	Real user need	Fast answer
Albion Medical Practice phone number	Call the correct Ashton-under-Lyne GP surgery.	Use 0161 214 8710 from the official practice website.
Albion Medical Practice appointments	Get same-day or routine GP help.	Urgent today: phone. Routine within 7 days: phone or visit reception.
Albion Medical Practice opening hours	Know when the surgery is open.	Monday to Friday 8am–6:30pm; weekends closed on the official display.
Albion Medical Practice prescriptions	Order repeat medicine.	Use NHS account, Patient Access, Accurx repeat form, or paper form. No phone/email requests.
Albion Medical Practice new patients	Register with the surgery.	NHS currently says accepting new patients; check catchment first.
Albion Medical Practice sick note	Need work certificate.	Over 7 days: use sick note form, phone or visit from 10am–6pm. 7 days or less: self-certify.
Albion Medical Practice CQC	Quality rating.	CQC lists Overall Good with all five key questions Good.

Decision hub: GP, nurse, pharmacist, NHS App, 111 or 999?

Start here before calling, using an online form or travelling to the surgery.

Call 999 now

Chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, heavy bleeding, severe injury, seizure not stopping, severe allergic reaction, overdose, serious self-harm risk or not responding.

Urgent appointment today

Phone 0161 214 8710 Monday to Friday from 8am to 6:30pm. Be ready to explain what you need help with so the team can choose the right clinician.

Routine appointment

Phone, visit reception Monday to Friday 8am–6:30pm, or use NHS account for screening test/vaccination booking where enabled.

Repeat prescription

Use NHS account, Patient Access, repeat prescription request form, or paper form. Do not phone or email repeat requests.

Minor illness

Community pharmacy can often help with coughs, colds, sore throat, tummy trouble, aches, pains, earwax, athlete’s foot, threadworms and similar problems.

Surgery closed

Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent non-life-threatening medical help. NHS 111 online is for people aged 5 and over; call 111 for children under 5.

Opening hours and best times to contact

The official website footer lists Albion Medical Practice as open Monday to Friday 8:00am–6:30pm. Always confirm live opening before travelling because bank holidays, training dates and urgent operational changes can affect access.

Official practice website Official contact page NHS profile

Day / item	Official listed access	Patient tip
Monday	8:00am–6:30pm.	Phone early for urgent same-day appointment requests.
Tuesday	8:00am–6:30pm.	Good day for routine admin or non-urgent requests.
Wednesday	8:00am–6:30pm.	Keep phone available after requesting help.
Thursday	8:00am–6:30pm.	Use correct prescription route before weekend pressure.
Friday	8:00am–6:30pm.	Do not leave prescriptions, forms or urgent admin until late Friday.
Saturday/Sunday	Closed on official display.	Use NHS 111 if urgent but not life-threatening.
Extended access	Contact page notes extended access appointments are available for registered patients and must be booked in advance through reception.	Ask reception if evening/weekend extended access is suitable.

Live-status note: NHS pages may show “currently closed” outside opening hours. That usually refers to live open/closed status, not necessarily permanent closure. Check official opening hours before travelling.

Appointments: urgent, routine, consultation type and cancellation

The official appointment page says the practice uses the information you provide to choose the most suitable doctor, nurse or health professional. That means the detail you give matters.

Official appointments page NHS App / NHS account Patient Access Call surgery

Urgent today?
Phone 0161 214 8710 Monday to Friday from 8am to 6:30pm. Say clearly if the issue needs same-day clinical review.

Routine in the next 7 days?
Phone the surgery, visit reception Monday to Friday 8am–6:30pm, or use NHS account for screening tests/vaccinations where available.

Be clear about the problem.
Reception will ask what you need help with so the practice can route you to the right clinician.

Accept the right consultation type.
You may be offered phone, face-to-face, video call, text or email. Remote options can sometimes mean faster help.

Cancel quickly if you cannot attend.
Use NHS account, Patient Access, the online cancellation form, phone, or reply CANCEL to your reminder text.

Phone or reception wording

Hello, my name is [name]. Date of birth: [date]. I am registered at Albion Medical Practice. I need help with [one clear issue]. It started [when]. It is [getting worse/not improving]. I have tried [medicine or self-care]. I can do [phone / face-to-face / video / text/email]. Is this best for GP, nurse, advanced practitioner, clinical pharmacist, community pharmacy, NHS 111 or 999?

Online services: NHS App, Patient Access and online request forms

The official site promotes NHS App access and online services. Use online routes for routine tasks where they are available, but do not use them for emergencies.

Official online services NHS App login Patient Access

Online task	Use this	Patient tip
Repeat prescriptions	NHS account/NHS App or Patient Access.	Best route because repeat requests are not accepted by phone or email.
Book/cancel some appointments	NHS App or Patient Access where enabled.	Also reply CANCEL to reminder text where suitable.
View GP record	NHS App or online services.	Useful for medicines, allergies, vaccinations, previous illnesses and test results.
Check symptoms	NHS App / NHS website.	Use 111/999 instead if symptoms are urgent or severe.
Admin/medical query	Official website online request tools where enabled.	Keep request clear, non-urgent and specific.

Practical online tip: keep your mobile number and email updated with the practice. Appointment reminders, text replies, cancellation routes and online record access depend on correct contact details.

Home visits: request before 11am if housebound

The official appointment page says if you are housebound and need an appointment, the practice will do a home visit and will phone first to understand what you need.

Official home visit guidance Call 0161 214 8710

Home-visit point	Official detail	Practical action
Who is it for?	Patients who are housebound and need an appointment.	Explain why you cannot attend the surgery.
Request time	Ring before 11am.	Call early, especially before weekends/bank holidays.
What happens next?	The duty doctor will contact you to discuss the request.	Keep phone nearby and ensure access to the home.
Urgent danger signs	Home visit is not a safe delay for emergencies.	Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms.
Transport issue only	Not always a home-visit reason.	Ask reception about safe options if unsure.

Repeat prescriptions: NHS account, Patient Access, Accurx form or paper form

The official prescriptions page says the easiest repeat-prescription routes are NHS account/NHS App and Patient Access. It also says repeat prescription requests are not taken over the phone or by email.

Official prescriptions page NHS App Patient Access NHS prescription charges

App

NHS account / NHS App

Shows repeat medicines and dosage so you can choose the items you need.

Patient Access

Use the GP online system where enabled for repeat prescriptions and appointment management.

Form

Repeat request form

The practice links to an Accurx repeat prescription request form.

Paper

Paper form

Bring the paper form to the surgery Monday to Friday 8am–6:30pm.

Prescription issue	Official rule	Best action
Can I order by phone?	No. Repeat prescription requests are not taken over the phone.	Use NHS App, Patient Access, Accurx form or paper form.
Can I order by email?	No. Repeat prescription requests are not taken by email.	Use a listed route instead.
When can I collect?	Usually 3 to 5 working days after ordering from the pharmacy.	Order before you reach your last few doses.
Nominated pharmacy	You need to choose a pharmacy for collection.	Change it via app/website, GP practice or pharmacy.
Local pharmacy listed	Cohens Chemist, 2 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF; 0161 330 3917.	Useful nearby pharmacy, but check current opening and nomination.
Medicine question	Local pharmacists can answer many medicine questions.	For GP surgery prescription queries, phone pharmacist after 10am on 0161 214 8710 or use medication query form.
Old medicines	Take old medicines to pharmacy or surgery.	Do not put medicine in household bin or flush it.

Medicine timing tip: because collection is usually 3–5 working days after ordering, request repeats early before weekends, bank holidays, travel, review dates or pharmacy stock issues.

Sick notes and fit notes: 7-day rule

The official sick-note page separates self-certification from GP fit-note requests.

Official sick / fit notes page GOV.UK self-certification

Situation	Rule	Action
Off work 7 days or less	Employer should not usually ask for medical evidence.	Self-certify when you return to work.
Off work more than 7 days	Fit note may be needed.	Use sick note request form, or phone/visit surgery from 10am to 6pm.
Hospital-managed problem	Hospital doctor may be best placed to issue note.	Ask the hospital team if they are managing your condition.
Need urgent medical help	Fit-note form is not urgent care.	Use appointment route, NHS 111 or 999 depending on severity.

Register with Albion Medical Practice

NHS currently shows Albion Medical Practice as accepting new patients. The practice says doctors welcome new patients who live within the practice area and asks people to check the catchment area before completing registration.

Official new patient page NHS new patient registration NHS registration profile

Check catchment first.
The practice says new patients should live within the practice area. Use the catchment map/postcode check before registering.

Use the NHS registration form.
The practice links to the NHS New Patient Registration Form after you confirm you live inside the boundary.

Reception forms are also available.
If online registration is difficult, the practice says registration forms are available from reception.

Prepare your NHS number if known.
You do not need to know it to use NHS services, but it can help match your record.

Book new-patient health check.
The practice says all new patients are invited to make an appointment for a health check with the practice nurse.

Named GP note: the practice explains that patients are allocated a named accountable GP, but you do not need to see your named GP when booking. You can choose a GP or nurse where possible, but waiting may be longer.

Who should I see? GP, nurse, HCA, pharmacist or urgent care

The official “Who Do I See?” page is useful because it prevents every problem becoming a GP appointment request.

Official Who Do I See? Find a pharmacy NHS urgent care guide

Problem / task	Official route shown	Practical tip
Abdominal pain	GP.	Use urgent care/111/999 if severe, sudden, worsening or with red flags.
Blood tests	Practice Nurse or HCA / treatment room nurse.	Blood tests must have been requested by a doctor or healthcare professional.
Blocked ears / earwax	Community pharmacy first; practice nurse/HCA if irrigation may be needed.	Do not use cotton buds or objects.
Cervical smear	Female practice nurse.	Book when invited and not bleeding/on your period.
CHD / diabetes monitoring	GP, practice nurse or HCA depending on review type.	Bring readings, medication list and questions.
Cough, cold sores, athlete’s foot, constipation, sinusitis, threadworms, verrucae	Community pharmacy first for many minor problems.	Pharmacy can be faster and often has private consultation room.
Burns, sprains, head injury	Practice nurse/GP/pharmacy or urgent care if severe.	Use urgent treatment/999 for severe injury, head injury red flags or serious burns.
Medication reviews	Clinical Pharmacist or GP.	Have annual bloods if requested and bring all medicines to review.
Insurance reports / private forms	GP surgery receptionist.	Forms may be chargeable and can take up to 21 days.
Urine infection	GP.	Bring a urine sample; sterile pots are available at reception.

Doctors, nurses, advanced practitioners and pharmacist

The official team page lists GPs, trainees, nurses, advanced practitioners, clinical pharmacist and practice management. Use the right professional rather than waiting only for a named GP if another clinician is more suitable.

Official meet the team page

Dr Christopher Hayman

Dr Foozia Idrees

Dr Gill Bradley

Dr Mahmoud Youssef

Dr Jamie Douglas

Dr Debbie Spreckley

Dr Hannah Robinson

GP trainees

Practice Nurse

Healthcare Assistant

Advanced Practitioners

Clinical Pharmacist

Team type	Official examples	Best use
GPs	Dr Christopher Hayman, Dr Foozia Idrees, Dr Gill Bradley, Dr Mahmoud Youssef, Dr Jamie Douglas, Dr Debbie Spreckley and Dr Hannah Robinson are listed.	Diagnosis, complex symptoms, referrals and GP-led decisions.
GP trainees	Dr Vikram Hackett, Dr Vera Kulikova, Dr Munazza Ghaffar and Dr Ahmed Ramadan are listed as trainees.	Qualified doctors training in general practice roles.
Nursing team	Caroline Ogden, Collette Yates, Lisa Brierley and Louise Griffiths are listed in nursing/HCA roles.	Screening, bloods, vaccinations, dressings, chronic disease reviews and HCA tasks.
Clinical team	Debra J Summers and Christine Walsh are listed as advanced practitioners; Zulf Haque is listed as clinical pharmacist.	Acute care, triage, medication reviews and prescription questions.
Practice team	Lesley Holt, Jane Baines and Danielle McLean are listed in management/reception leadership roles.	Practice operations, reception systems and patient access support.

Disabled access, step-free access and visit planning

The official contact information says the practice has step-free access, the building is accessible for impaired/wheelchair users, and disabled toilets are available.

Official contact/access page NHS facilities profile

Step

Step-free access

Step-free access is listed by the practice. Call ahead if this is essential for your appointment.

Wheel

Wheelchair access

The building is listed as accessible for impaired/wheelchair users.

Disabled toilets

Disabled toilets are listed as available.

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Interpreter or communication need

The appointment page asks patients to tell the practice if they need an interpreter or other access/communication support.

Access request script

Hello, I have an appointment or request at Albion Medical Practice. I need help with [wheelchair access / step-free access / disabled toilet / interpreter / hearing or communication support / extra time]. Can this be added to my appointment notes before I attend?

CQC rating: Overall Good

CQC lists Albion Medical Practice at 1 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF, with Overall rating Good. CQC says the latest inspection was 16 October 2018, the report was published on 2 November 2018, and the 6 July 2023 review did not find evidence requiring reassessment at that stage.

CQC profile CQC inspection summary CQC reports timeline

CQC item	Official detail	How to read it
Overall rating	Good.	Useful quality snapshot, not live appointment availability.
Safe	Good.	One of CQC’s five key questions.
Effective	Good.	One of CQC’s five key questions.
Caring	Good.	One of CQC’s five key questions.
Responsive	Good.	One of CQC’s five key questions.
Well-led	Good.	One of CQC’s five key questions.
Latest inspection	16 October 2018; report published 2 November 2018.	Check live CQC page before relying on rating.
Latest review	6 July 2023; no evidence found to reassess at that stage.	CQC continues to monitor information.

Map, directions and Albion Street visit checklist

Address: Albion Medical Practice, 1 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 6HF. Use this map for planning only. Confirm appointment time, route, accessibility needs and opening details before travelling.

Before leaving home

Check whether your need is urgent GP, routine GP, nurse, pharmacist, repeat prescription, fit note, test result, registration, pharmacy, NHS 111 or 999.

Bring with you

Appointment message, medication list, allergy details, forms, urine sample if requested, glasses/hearing aids, phone and any interpreter/access details.

If someone else is helping

Send: Albion Medical Practice, 1 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF. Main phone: 0161 214 8710.

If you are cancelling

Cancel early using NHS account, Patient Access, online cancellation form, phone or reply CANCEL to reminder text so the appointment can be offered to another patient.

What to do when Albion Medical Practice is closed

The official site explains that NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and 999 should be used for life-threatening emergencies.

NHS 111 online Find a pharmacy NHS urgent care guide

Problem	Use this	Examples
Life-threatening emergency	Call 999	Chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, severe bleeding, not responding.
Urgent but not life-threatening	NHS 111 online or call 111.	Too unwell to wait, urgent advice, unsure which urgent service is right.
Child under 5 needs urgent help	Call 111.	NHS 111 online is for people aged 5 and over.
Medicine problem	Pharmacy or NHS 111 if urgent.	Emergency supply, side effects, running out when closed.
Minor illness	Community pharmacy first where appropriate.	Coughs, colds, sore throat, tummy trouble, earwax, threadworms, athlete’s foot and aches/pains.
Routine GP/admin	NHS App, Patient Access, online request or phone during opening hours.	Fit notes, repeat prescriptions, routine forms, non-urgent results and admin questions.

Official action links used

Use these after reading the practical route above. This article explains the route first so patients do not land on the wrong page or call at the wrong time.

Official Albion Medical Practice website · Contact and access details · Appointments · Prescriptions · Sick / fit notes · Online services · New patients · Who Do I See? · Meet the team · NHS profile · CQC profile

Albion Medical Practice FAQs

What is Albion Medical Practice phone number?

The official practice website lists 0161 214 8710. Use this for appointments, reception help, prescription questions after 10am, home-visit requests before 11am, access needs and general contact. For emergencies, call 999.

Where is Albion Medical Practice?

Albion Medical Practice is at 1 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 6HF.

What are Albion Medical Practice opening hours?

The official website lists Monday to Friday 8:00am to 6:30pm. Weekends are not listed as normal opening days on the official display.

How do I request an urgent appointment?

Phone 0161 214 8710 Monday to Friday from 8am to 6:30pm. The practice will ask what you need help with and use your information to choose the most suitable doctor, nurse or health professional.

How do I request a routine appointment?

Phone 0161 214 8710, visit the surgery and speak with reception Monday to Friday 8am to 6:30pm, or use NHS account routes for screening tests or vaccinations where available.

What type of appointment might I get?

The official appointment page says appointments may be by phone, face-to-face at the surgery, video call, text or email. Remote appointments can sometimes mean you get help sooner.

How do I cancel an appointment?

Use NHS account, Patient Access, the online appointment cancellation form, phone the surgery, or reply CANCEL to your appointment reminder text.

How do I request a home visit?

If you are housebound and need an appointment, phone before 11am. The duty doctor will contact you to discuss the request.

Can I order repeat prescriptions by phone?

No. The official prescription page says repeat prescription requests are not taken over the phone or by email. Use NHS account/NHS App, Patient Access, repeat prescription request form or paper form.

How long do prescriptions take?

The official prescription page says you can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after ordering.

Which local pharmacy is listed?

The official prescription page lists Cohens Chemist at 2 Albion Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HF, phone 0161 330 3917. Check live opening and nomination before relying on it.

How do I request a sick note?

If you have been off sick for more than 7 days, use the sick note request form or phone/visit the surgery from 10am to 6pm. If you have been off sick for 7 days or less, you usually self-certify.

Is Albion Medical Practice accepting new patients?

NHS currently shows Albion Medical Practice as accepting new patients. The practice says new patients should live within the practice area and should check the catchment area before registering.

Do I need to see my named accountable GP?

No. The practice says patients are allocated a named accountable GP, but do not need to see that named GP when booking. You can choose a GP or nurse where possible, but it may mean waiting longer.

Does Albion Medical Practice have disabled access?

The official contact information says the practice has step-free access, is accessible for impaired/wheelchair users, and has disabled toilets available.

What is Albion Medical Practice CQC rating?

CQC lists Albion Medical Practice as Overall Good, with Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led all rated Good. The latest inspection was 16 October 2018, with report published 2 November 2018.

What should I do when the surgery is closed?

Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent medical help that is not life-threatening. Call 999 for life-threatening medical or mental health emergencies. Routine admin, prescriptions, forms and non-urgent requests should use official online routes or wait until the surgery reopens.

Independent directory disclaimer: medicalpracticeuk.org is not the NHS, not NHS 111, not CQC and not Albion Medical Practice. This guide is for general patient information only. Phone numbers, opening hours, appointment routes, extended access, online services, prescription timing, registration status, facilities, team details, CQC ratings and local service routes can change. Always confirm important details with the official practice website, NHS.uk, CQC, NHS 111 or the surgery before relying on them.

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