Belper Primary Care Network

10/03/2026

There are a wide range of community groups, support groups, crisis support and more.

Whether it’s a local support group or something based on your interests, connecting with others can be a big boost for your mental health.

Take a look at the Derbyshire Mental Health Map: https://dccmhsp.com/DerbyshireMentalHealthMap

10/03/2026

10/03/2026

Are you a domestic worker (cleaner/shopper/ironer/befriender) who is looking for paid work in your local area ?

The Help at Home project is looking to recruit local people with flexible hours to suit your current commitments.

If you are a carer or cleaner and would like to help residents in your area to stay in their own home, this role could be ideal.

If you live in Belper, Holbrook, Duffield, Kilburn, Alfreton, Swanwick, Somercotes, Ilkeston, Long Eaton, Kirk Hallam, West Hallam, Sawley, Sandiacre and would like to earn some extra cash in a very flexible role please contact admin@avcvs.org

How many jobs are out there where you can pick and choose when you are available for work 🤨🧐, then Help at Home may just have the vacancy to fit your needs.............

10/03/2026

After each appointment, you will receive a text from us requesting your feedback. This provides us with invaluable insights into your experience of the care and treatment you have received. Alongside our existing feedback methods, this helps the surgery make improvements for our patients.

Feedback included:
'The staff are always kind and helpful '
'I was seen the same day by a doctor, the reception team were very helpful when making an appointment for me'
'The consultation today was great. The Doctor was very thorough and explained the next steps with simplicity and kindness. A great service, as always, from Whitemoor.'
'Very easy to make appointment. Pleasant and professional interaction with practitioner.'

Please see the results for February below:

09/03/2026

Free guided walks in Belper.. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

🚶‍♀️ STEP INTO WELLNESS WITH WALKING FOR HEALTH! 🚶‍♂️

Looking for a gentle way to boost your fitness, enjoy the fresh air, and connect with your community? Join us for our FREE Walking for Health class every Wednesday morning with Anita!

Discover the Belper area with a guided, gentle walk that's perfect for all fitness levels. It's a fantastic opportunity to improve your physical and mental well-being in a friendly, supportive group.

Here’s what you need to know:

- When: Every Wednesday morning
- Where: Meet in Belper Leisure Centre reception
- Who: Available free for everyone aged 16 and over!
- Your Guide: Our wonderful instructor, Anita, will lead the way!

Come and experience the joy of walking with us. It's more than just exercise; it's a chance to meet new friends and enjoy the scenic routes around Belper.

06/03/2026

Nordic stride 2 thrive taster sessions in Belper, all welcome 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

06/03/2026

Help get in shape for summer

Come and learn a new skill ready to get out an active in Spring with our regular Nordic walking group.

💪 You get a whole body work out with Nordic walking
👌 Tone your core and upper body at the same time as your legs
👍 Improve your posture
🫶 A great cardio workout

Feedback from people trying Nordic walking for the first time:
"Interesting and certainly an effective way of speeding up my walking"
"Can already understand the benefits... I have started to notice and correct my posture after just two sessions."

Located at Whitemoor Rec, Belper, DE56 0HB. Poles are provided. Small group tuition (min of 4 max of 6). Just £52 for a block of x4 hour long outdoor sessions.

03/03/2026

Another great group to try....

Join our Walking Tennis Group every Tuesday at 1pm. Fresh air, exercise and fun. Contact David on 07970038705🎾

03/03/2026

Social Prescriber tennis group in full flow today at Belper Meadows Tennis Club, enjoyed by all. Ask our social prescribers Jude or Lisa if you would like to join this community group and get fit at the same time 🎾

02/03/2026

Belper PCN ran their first 'coping with pain cafe' of 2026 on Saturday 28th Feb. Led by Dr Jane Packer and Jude Kelf Social Prescriber, these sessions are a safe place to meet and get support from other people living with chronic pain. There will be further sessions throughout the year, please ask at your surgery for further information or to be added to the waiting list Appletree Medical Practice Arthur Medical Centre Riversdale Surgery Whitemoor Medical Centre

17/02/2026

Another great initiative we’ve been working on with ARCH PCN, led by ARCH's PCN development lead, Jodie Cook, who has extensive knowledge and experience in the community voluntary sector. Great to work on these initiatives with you, Jodie

Primary care teams in Amber Valley and Belper which serve more than 130,000 patients are joining forces to host a one stop well-being shop for people with learning disabilities.

17/02/2026

Primary care teams in Amber Valley and Belper which serve more than 130,000 patients are joining forces to host a one stop well-being shop for people with learning disabilities.