Private Heart Health Checks at Cotswold Private GP Service
ECG, Echocardiogram & Holter Monitoring in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.
When it comes to your heart, even small symptoms can feel unsettling. A flutter in your chest, unexplained breathlessness, dizziness, or discomfort can quickly become a source of worry — especially when waiting weeks for appointments and answers. At Cotswold Private GP Service, we believe you should never have to face that uncertainty alone.
Our private heart health service is designed to give you fast access to expert assessment in a calm, caring, and reassuring environment. Whether you have symptoms that concern you, a family history of heart disease, or simply want reassurance about your heart health, we are here to help you take control with confidence.
We have created a service focused around you — offering prompt appointments, clear communication, and personalised care from experienced clinicians who take the time to listen.Our heart health assessments use simple, non-invasive tests that can provide valuable information about how your heart is functioning.
An ECG (electrocardiogram) records your heart rhythm and electrical activity and can often identify irregular heartbeats or signs of strain.
An Echocardiogram is a detailed ultrasound scan that allows us to look closely at the structure and pumping function of your heart, including the valves and chambers.
For symptoms that come and go, such as intermittent palpitations, we may recommend a Holter/Zio monitor, which records your heart rhythm continuously over 24 hours or longer while you go about your normal daily routine.
In many cases, these investigations can be arranged quickly and completed in a single visit, helping to reduce stress and avoid unnecessary delays. Most results are available within 24 to 72 hours, giving you clarity and reassurance when you need it most.
If further specialist input is needed, we also work in collaboration with GMC registered local Cardiology Consultant Team and can arrange a referral to ensure seamless ongoing care.
What makes our service different is the experience we provide. From the moment you contact us, our focus is on making you feel comfortable, informed, supported and helping you feel confident about your next steps.
Our clinic offers a quiet and private setting where you can discuss your concerns openly and receive clear explanations without feeling rushed.
Looking after your heart health should not feel overwhelming. Early assessment can provide reassurance, identify potential problems sooner, and help you make informed decisions about your health and wellbeing. Your heart works hard for you every day — give it the care and attention it deserves.
To arrange your private heart health check please contact us here or book your appointment online.
FAQ - Understanding Your Heart Tests
Your doctor has recommended one or more heart tests to help understand how your heart is working. This guide explains what each test involves, why it may be needed, what to expect during the appointment, and when you are likely to receive your results.
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
An ECG is a quick and painless test that records the electrical activity of your heart. Small sticky pads called electrodes are placed on your chest, arms, and legs and connected to an ECG machine.
An ECG may help investigate chest pain, palpitations, dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath, or concerns about previous heart damage.
Private ECG appointments at Cotswold Private GP can often be arranged on the same day or within one week, with the test itself taking around 5–10 minutes.
Usually, no special preparation is needed. Wear clothing that is easy to remove from the upper body and avoid cream or oils on your chest.
A standard ECG usually takes around 5–10 minutes.
An ECG can help identify fast, slow, or irregular heart rhythms like Atrial Fibrillation [AF], signs of heart strain, previous heart damage, and some medication effects.
In many cases, results are reviewed on the same day.
Echocardiogram (Echo)
An echocardiogram is an ultrasound scan that creates moving pictures of your heart. It helps assess heart valves, blood flow, and pumping function. An echocardiogram is very safe and does not use radiation. It is non-invasive and painless
It may be used to investigate heart valve problems, heart murmurs, or previous heart damage.
No. The scan is painless, although you may feel gentle pressure from the probe.
Yes. In most cases you can continue your usual food, drinks, and medications unless advised otherwise.
Yes. Echocardiograms are considered safe during pregnancy because they use ultrasound rather than radiation.
The scan is performed by our experienced and accredited cardiac physiologist and interpreted by trusted and local cardiologists.
Most echocardiograms take around 30–60 minutes.
Results are usually available within a few days. If you have any questions or concerns before your appointment, please speak to your doctor, nurse, or cardiac physiologist.
Holter /Zio monitors (24–72 hours or longer ECG Monitoring)
A Holter/Zio monitor is a small portable ECG recorder worn continuously for 24–72 hours or sometimes longer [7-14 days].
It helps investigate symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, blackouts, or irregular heart rhythms that may not appear during a routine ECG.
You can shower while wearing the monitor, but please try to avoid bathing or swimming, as the monitor should not be fully submerged in water. Take care to keep the device as dry as possible.
Yes. Continuing your normal activities helps provide the most accurate recording. You can sleep normally, do gentle exercise or drive whilst wearing the monitor.
You may be asked to record symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, or chest discomfort and note the time they occur.
No. The monitor only records heart activity and does not send electricity into your body.
Results are usually available within few days after the monitor is returned.
Why Choose Cotswold Private GP Service?
- Centrally located in Southwest England, serving patients across Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cirencester, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire and surrounding areas
- Fast access to appointments with no long waiting lists
- Rapid test reporting and timely results
- Access to specialist cardiology input and onward referrals when needed
- Assessments performed by accredited and experienced clinicians
- Spacious, comfortable, and private clinical environment
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centred care
- CQC-registered service committed to high standards of safety and quality
Common Symptoms We Assess
- Palpitations
- Chest discomfort
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness or fainting
- Irregular heartbeat
- Fatigue during exercise
- Family history of heart disease
- Athletes wanting reassurance
- Adults over 40 seeking preventative screening
Do I need a referral for a private heart check?
No referral is needed; you can book a private heart health assessment directly with Cotswold Private GP Service.
What are the costs of private heart tests such as ECG, Echocardiogram, Holter monitor /Zio patch?
The cost of private diagnostic heart tests varies depending on the investigations required and whether tests are performed individually or in combination, so pricing is available on application — please contact Cotswold Private GP Service for further information and we are happy to answer your queries.






