Riversdale Surgery

23/12/2025

Our Primary Care Network is made up of Appletree Medical Practice, Arthur Medical Centre, Riversdale Surgery and Whitemoor Medical Centre.

Across the 4 practices in Belper Primary Care Network there are 45,000+ patients.

Just over 1% of you currently follow this page.

We use this space to share advice, guidance, support and information to help you take more control of your own health and wellbeing.

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22/12/2025

🎄 OPENING HOURS OVER THE CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR PERIOD 🎊

Christmas & New Year Eve
The surgery will be open from 08:00 – 16:30 on
Wednesday 24th December 2025 and Wednesday 31st December 2025.

After 16:30, our telephone lines will be closed and you will be directed to our local out-of-hours GP service operated by DHU 111.
Our online consultations will continue to be monitored until 18:30.

Bank Holidays – Surgery Closed
The surgery will be closed on:

Thursday 25th December 2025 (Christmas Day)
Friday 26th December 2025 (Boxing Day)
Thursday 1st January 2026 (New Year’s Day)

Normal Opening Hours (08:00 – 18:30)
The surgery will be open as normal on:

Monday 29th December 2025
Tuesday 30th December 2025
Friday 2nd January 2026

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the whole practice team! ⛄️🎄🌟

18/12/2025

This week, some NHS services will be affected because of resident doctor strike action.

Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments, unless you are contacted and told otherwise.

16/12/2025

09/12/2025

04/12/2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Receptionist to join our dedicated and supportive team.

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01/12/2025

Only a few days left to drop off your foodbank donations at the surgery! We’re truly amazed by the generosity shown so far - A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed.

Please drop your donations in by Wednesday, 3rd December.

21/11/2025

🌟 Riversdale Surgery Challenges YOU! 🌟

We’re excited to launch our 2025 £5 Food Challenge!

💷 How much can YOU buy with £5?

Get creative, have fun, and tag your friends and family to join in the challenge!
All donations will go to Hope For Belper, so every little helps.

Please bring your £5 food challenge donations to Riversdale Surgery and let’s make a difference together!

We are accepting non-perishable items and have been specifically asked for: Sanitary items, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shower gels, toiletries, biscuits, mince pies, Christmas puddings, cheese biscuits, and any other kind of treats!

Every donation, big or small, is deeply appreciated.

📸 Share your haul and spread the word!

13/11/2025

❄️ Stay Well This Winter with Riversdale Surgery ❄️

Winter viruses are here — protect yourself and your loved ones with the Flu, Covid, and RSV vaccines.
If you’re eligible, you can get your vaccine free of charge at your local GP or pharmacy.

📞 Call Riversdale Surgery on 01773 822 386 to book your vaccine appointment today!

💊 Don’t forget — your local pharmacy can also help with minor illnesses, prescriptions, and health advice without needing a GP appointment.
💙 And please check in on older neighbours or relatives to make sure they have the food and medicines they need this winter.

13/11/2025