Garforth Medical Practice

Friends & Family Survey
In September 2026 of our patients taking part in our Friends and Family survey 83% of patients found their experience at
Garforth Medical Centre to be
Very Good/Good
Comments include…
“I was seen promptly in a friendly professional manner. Time was taken to listen to me”

“Excellent care, as always. Explained everything very well. Am very grateful”

“Very thorough and re-assuring. We are lucky to have such dedicated professionals looking after us”

“I can always get an appointment, staff are helpful when trying to book an appointment and the actual appointment was quick and efficient”

“Always manage to get an appointment, receptionist staff always lovely and have a smile on there face and no question seems a bother to them they’ll answer it without a problem. Doctor was lovely and very helpful. 100% recommend this doctors surgery”

“The receptionist I spoke to in the morning was very friendly and helpful. The GP who saw me today , was lovely . I felt heard and really cared for . All my issues were sorted out”

Thank you for your comments and support
Garforth Medical Practice Team

Garforth and District Walking Group!
24 Aug 2026 - Meeting @ The Maypole in Barwick at 10:00 am for a two hour walk towards Thorner and back via Scholes.
31 Aug 2026 - Meeting @ the Miners Arms at 10:00am for a 4 mile circular walk to The Springs. Refreshment option and w/c at The Springs. Linda will be your walk leaders tel. 07940 284267.
7 Sept 2026 - Meeting @ Monk Fryston Hall entrance gate at 10:00am for a short walk with an interesting twist. Less than 4 miles varied walking with views of the railway. Please share a lift if possible as parking is limited in the area.
14 Sept 2026 - Meeting @ The Fox Public House Thorner (outside). The walk is towards Shadwell and Scarcroft Grange. This walk will start at 10:00 am for a walk lasting roughly two hours.
21 Sept 2026 - Meeting @ The Gaping Goose Garforth at 10:00 am for a 4 mile walk to Sainsburys coffee shop (Starbucks) and the bus back or a further 3 miles, via the Springs using footpaths back to the start.

All walks will be muddy after rain so suitable footwear is recommended.
Please book in advance by texting Melvin on 07787 100472, who will answer any queries you have. Further walks will be organised and details distributed to those supplying Email addresses.
Every walk is taken at your own risk. Any leader cannot be held responsible for the safety of others.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to inform you that on the 24th August 2026, we will be operating with limited appointment availability for our doctors. If you have any of the following symptoms, this can be dealt with at the pharmacy without a referral from your GP.

We thank you for your understanding, kindness, and patience during this time.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to inform you that on the 17th August 2026, we will be operating with limited appointment availability for our doctors.
We thank you for your understanding, kindness, and patience during this time.

We are hiring!

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