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Essex House Surgery

Barnes

About Essex House Surgery

Essex House Surgery is an NHS GP practice located on Station Road in Barnes, SW13, providing primary healthcare to individuals and families in the local community. The practice offers a range of services delivered by doctors and nursing staff, from routine appointments and childhood vaccinations to the management of longer-term and more complex health conditions. Open five days a week with extended weekday hours, the surgery serves as an accessible and dependable point of care for Barnes residents seeking attentive, compassionate general practice medicine.

Local area

Sitting just off Station Road, Essex House Surgery is well placed to serve the close-knit Barnes community, a short walk from Barnes railway station and convenient for residents arriving on foot, by bus or by bicycle along the Thames Path. In a village where people tend to know their neighbours and value trusted local institutions, a reliable NHS surgery plays a quietly important role. For a community that prides itself on looking after its own, having a thoughtful, accessible GP practice nearby is very much part of what makes Barnes feel like home.

Why choose Essex House Surgery

Essex House Surgery combines the continuity and familiarity of a local neighbourhood practice with the reassurance of NHS-standard care. The practice opens at 8 AM each weekday, making it practical for those with busy mornings, and stays open until 6:30 PM Monday through Thursday — useful for residents who cannot always attend during core working hours. Described as thorough and compassionate, the clinical team handles both everyday health needs and more involved consultations, giving patients confidence that their care will be considered rather than rushed. For Barnes residents, it is a familiar, trusted presence.

Services

  • GP consultations
  • Childhood vaccinations
  • Routine health checks
  • Chronic condition management
  • Nursing appointments
  • Referrals to specialist care
  • Prescription management

Ideal for: Local Barnes residents, Families with children, Older adults managing long-term conditions, Individuals seeking routine primary care, Patients requiring nursing support.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours at Essex House Surgery?

The surgery is open Monday to Wednesday 8 AM–6:30 PM, Thursday 8 AM–12 PM and 1–6:30 PM, and Friday 8 AM–6 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Where is Essex House Surgery located?

The surgery is at Essex House, Station Road, Barnes, London SW13 0LW — conveniently close to Barnes railway station.

How can I contact Essex House Surgery by phone?

You can call the surgery on 020 8876 1033 during opening hours.

Does Essex House Surgery offer services for children as well as adults?

Yes. The practice provides care for both children and adults, including childhood vaccinations as part of its routine services.

Is there a website where I can find more information about the practice?

Yes. Further information is available at www.essexhousesurgery.nhs.uk.

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Last verified: June 2026