Milton Abbas Surgery

30/03/2026

🐰 Kids Eat Free (or for £1) Easter Holidays 2026 🐰

Something to bear in mind if you are out and about with children this Easter holidays... 👉 https://moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free

30/03/2026

Just a reminder the surgery will be CLOSED this Friday 3rd April, Saturday 4th April and next Monday 6th April 2026 for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused. For out of hours care or advice during closures, please call 111. In the case of an emergency, call 999.

29/03/2026

Looking for something to do this week or some company? Why not join one of our Wellbeing Team Groups?

⭐ Our Beginners Line Dancing group are on Mondays 2.30pm - 3.30pm at the Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall *Please note: there will be no group on Easter Monday 6th April*

⭐️ Walking group is on Wednesday's at 10am - please see our surgery page for the walking schedule for April

⭐️ Our next Crafting group will be on Wednesday 1st April at 1.00pm at the Milborne St Andrew Sports Club Pavilion (DT11 0JA) *Please note: new start time*

Everyone is welcome and no need to book a space, just turn up on the day. Our Wellbeing Team would love to see you!

Information about any of the above groups, please see our Wellbeing Team page on our surgery website: https://www.masurgery.co.uk/wellbeing-team

29/03/2026

Healthcare Media have produced some digital booklets that older patients may find useful:

⭐ West Dorset Older Person Ed 28 👉https://issuu.com/impactmarketingltd/docs/west_dorset_older_person_ed_28?fr=xKAE9_zMzM1AB

⭐ West Dorset Making a Will Ed 20 👉https://issuu.com/impactmarketingltd/docs/west_dorset_making_a_will_ed_19.2?fr=xKAE9_zMzM1AB

⭐ West Dorset Bereavement Ed 31 👉https://issuu.com/impactmarketingltd/docs/west_dorset_bereavement_ed31

⭐ West Dorset Sight & Hearing Ed 16 👉https://issuu.com/impactmarketingltd/docs/west_dorset_sight_hearing_ed15?fr=xKAE9_zMzM1AB

⭐ West Dorset Mobility Ed 19 👉https://issuu.com/impactmarketingltd/docs/west_dorset_mobility_ed20?fr=xKAE9_zMzM1AB

⭐ West Dorset Independence Ed 29 👉https://issuu.com/impactmarketingltd/docs/west_dorset_independence_ed28?fr=xKAE9_zMzM1AB

29/03/2026

Looking for something to do this week or some company? Why not join one of our Wellbeing Team Groups?

⭐ Our Beginners Line Dancing group are on Mondays 2.30pm - 3.30pm at the Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall

⭐️ Walking group is on Wednesday's at 10am - please see our surgery page for the walking schedule for April

⭐️ Our next Crafting group will be on Wednesday 1st April at 1.00pm at the Milborne St Andrew Sports Club Pavilion (DT11 0JA) *Please note: new start time*

Everyone is welcome and no need to book a space, just turn up on the day. Our Wellbeing Team would love to see you!

Information about any of the above groups, please see our Wellbeing Team page on our surgery website: https://www.masurgery.co.uk/wellbeing-team

28/03/2026

Easter holidays are not far away. Why not come to one of the many free events and activities going on at a library near you?

There are lots of Easter themed craft sessions going on: make a bunny paper plate, an egg decoration, or join in a picture hunt around the library.

Or join in with some of our regular events for children that will be running through the holidays.

To see what's on 👉https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/whats-on-in-dorset-libraries

Dorset Council

28/03/2026

Age UK North, South & West Dorset is a fantastic local charity supports the older generation to:

🏡 Remain independent at home with practical help and guidance
🤝 Stay socially connected through friendly community sessions and activities
📞 Access trusted advice and support on a wide range of later-life issues

Their community sessions offer a welcoming space to meet others, build confidence, and stay active — helping older residents live well and feel supported across Dorset.

See more 👉

We provide support, advice, and activities for older people in rural Dorset to help them live happy, healthy, and independent lives.

28/03/2026

Just a reminder the Dispensary will be CLOSED today (Saturday 28th March) due to sickness. The surgery will still be open for booked appointments with the GP and Nurse.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

27/03/2026

There are many different ways to get talking therapies. You do not need to have a diagnosed mental health condition.

For more details go to 👉 www.nhs.uk/talk

27/03/2026

Our Line Dancing Group run by our Wellbeing Team is always open to newcomers. Why not join them and have a go?

The group takes place at the Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall on Mondays 2.30pm - 3.30pm.

Free entry but donations welcome to cover costs. No need to book, just turn up on the day. Mike and Jean would love to see you!

For more information please see our surgery website https://www.masurgery.co.uk/wellbeing-team/

26/03/2026

Did you know? You can now access the Hope Programme your way! The HOPE programme is a proven, self-management tool that supports wellbeing.

You can choose to join a group course (with set start dates) or start a self-guided course anytime and learn at your own pace.

Self-guided courses available for:
• Long Term Conditions
• Hip or Knee Pain
• Cancer

Upcoming group courses include:
• Hip or Knee Pain
• Long Term Conditions
• Long COVID
• Carers
• Parents/Carers of Autistic Children

There are free places available, and you can book directly online.

👉 For more details or to sign up: https://www.h4c.org.uk/hpsw

26/03/2026

Thursday 26th March is Social Prescribing Day!

If you would like to speak with one of our surgery Social Prescribers (Anna and Kelly) please give the surgery a call on 01258 880210, and our admin team will be happy to pass on a message.

Alternatively, you can email them at mawellbeingteam@dorsetgp.nhs.uk, and they will get back to you as soon as they can.