Out of Hours Medical Help and Advice


If your medical condition is criticalcall 999 and ask for an ambulance.

Quantock Vale Surgery is closed at weekends, on Bank Holidays and on weekdays from 18.30 – 08.00. In this “Out of Hours” period, if you need medical help or advice but do not think the medical condition is critical,  you should contact NHS 111

 The Out of Hours Medical Service in Somerset is available by dialling a single free-to-call service called NHS 111. Phone 111 if:-

  • you need medical help fast but it is not a 999 emergency
  • you don’t know who to call for help
  • you think you might need to go to A&E
  • you need health information or reassurance what to do next

Your call will be answered by a trained advisor who will assess your need and determine the most appropriate action.