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NEMS Out of Hours 

Calls will be transferred automatically to a clinician working with NEMS who provide the out of hours service. All contact details are transmitted electronically to the medical practice the following morning. This service is for problems which cannot wait until the next available surgery but do not require Emergency Department care.

NHS 111

You can call 111 when you need medical help fast but it’s not a 999 emergency. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 

NHS 111 Online

A fast and convenient alternative to the 111 phone service and provides an option for people who want to access 111 digitally. 

NHS Walk-In Centres

Mainly nurse-led facilities that provide treatment for minor ailments such as infections, lacerations (minor cuts or wounds) and fractures. No appointment is needed for this service. Please see the map.

Emergency Departments

You can call 999 or directly attend an Emergency Department for serious and life threatening injuries or illnesses.

Latest News

Diazepam prescribing for Fear of Flying or Medical Procedures

Fear of Flying After careful consideration, we will no longer prescribe benzodiazepines or sedatives (such as diazepam) for patients experiencing […]

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 12th – 18th May, and this year’s theme set by the national Mental Health […]

Pharmacy First

Local pharmacies now offer the Pharmacy First service, giving advice and, if needed, NHS medicines to treat seven common health […]

Online Services

You can use the NHS App to check your symptoms and get instant advice, book appointments, order repeat prescriptions, view your GP medical record and more.

Find your NHS Number

You can find your NHS number at any time using this online service. Your NHS Number is a 10 digit number. You do not need to know your NHS number to use NHS services, but it can be useful to have it.

Find your NHS Number