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We’re looking for patients and carers to join The Potteries Surgery Patient Participation Group (PPG). Our PPG gives patients an opportunity to share feedback, discuss ideas and work with the practice to help improve services and patient experience. Register your interest online.

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NHS GP registration in Reading

Register online with Potteries, your local NHS GP practice serving Reading and the surrounding area.

If you’re looking for a new GP, you can register online in just a few steps.

Registering with Potteries

  • Local NHS GP practice
  • Accepting new patients
  • Register online
  • You can register even if you live outside the local area
  • Rated Good by the Care Quality Commission

How registration works

1

Check the practice location

Check the address and map below to make sure you can travel to the practice when you need to.

2

Complete the NHS registration form

Go to the NHS online registration form and enter a few details.

3

The practice reviews your registration

Once your form has been submitted, we'll review your registration and let you know if we need anything else.

What you may need to complete the form

The form will ask for some basic information about you, including your name, date of birth, current address and previous GP practice, if you have one.

If you know your NHS number, it’s helpful to have it ready. If you don’t, you can still register.

You can find your NHS number in the NHS App or on letters from the NHS.

Start your NHS GP registration

Where to find us

Potteries is located in reading, caring for patients across Tilehurst.

Address

Tylers Place, Pottery Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG30 6BW

Opening hours

Monday: 8am to 6.30pm
Tuesday: 8am to 6.30pm
Wednesday: 8am to 8pm
Thursday: 8am to 6.30pm
Friday: 8am to 6.30pm
Saturday: Open every third Saturday. Pre-booked appointments only.
Sunday: Closed

Getting here

The surgery has automated sliding doors at the front of the entrance and all floors in surgery are level.

Induction loop is available.

Please note the surgery has limited parking spaces but there are two disabled bays available for our patients.

Supporting local patients

Potteries provides NHS GP care for patients in Reading and the surrounding area.

The practice is part of Operose Health, working with the NHS to provide local GP services.

We’re committed to making our practice accessible to everyone. Where available, the practice offers automated sliding doors at the front of the entrance and all floors in surgery are level. Induction loop is available and the surgery has limited parking spaces but there are two disabled bays available for our patients.

Safe Surgeries

Potteries is a Safe Surgery. This means the practice is committed to making GP registration accessible for everyone in the community.

You may be asked for ID or proof of address if you have it, but you can still register with a GP practice if you do not have these documents. Your nationality or immigration status does not affect your right to register with a GP.

Frequently asked questions

Is Potteries accepting new patients?

Yes. Potteries is accepting new patient registrations. You can apply to register even if you live outside the local area.

Is Potteries an NHS GP practice?

Yes. Potteries provides NHS GP services for registered patients.

Can I register if I live outside the local area?

Yes. You can apply to register with Potteries if you live outside the local area. Before you register, check where the practice is and make sure you can travel there when you need an appointment.

Can I register if I am staying in the area temporarily?

If you're staying in the area temporarily, you may be able to register as a temporary patient. Please contact the practice to confirm the best option for your situation.

Can I register if I am already registered with another GP practice?

Yes. You can apply to register with a new GP practice if you are moving area or would like to change practice. Once your registration is accepted, it will transfer from your previous GP practice.

Can I register a child or family member?

Yes. You can register a child or family member. Each person will need their own registration form.

Can I register offline?

Online registration is the quickest route. However, if you can't use the online form, you can visit the surgery or contact the practice. The team will be happy to help you register another way.

Can I book an appointment straight after submitting the form?

Submitting the form starts the registration process. The practice team will review your registration and contact you if they need any further information.

If you need medical help before your registration is complete, contact the practice for advice.

Who runs Potteries?

Potteries provides NHS GP services locally. The practice is operated by AT Medics Limited, part of Operose Health, on behalf of the NHS.

Start your registration

Register online with Potteries and start your NHS GP registration.

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