Lime Grove Medical Centre

14/04/2026

Stress Awareness Month – Supporting Wellbeing in Our Community🩵

Stress Awareness Month – Supporting Wellbeing in Our Community

Taking time for yourself doesn’t have to be complicated. Getting outside, moving your body, and connecting with others can make a real difference to how we feel

As part of Stress Awareness Month, we’re pleased to share these upcoming ‘Walk & Talk’ sessions in Buxton, organised by Derbyshire Mind:

These sessions are a great way to support your wellbeing in a relaxed, friendly environment – whether you come along with someone or on your own.

Find out more and book your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/derbyshire-mind-31232492695

💚 Small steps can make a big difference.

30/03/2026

🌼 Easter Bank Holiday Opening Times 🌼

Please note that the surgery will be closed over the Easter bank holiday weekend.

📅 Closed: Friday 3rd April
📅 Reopening: Tuesday 7th April

For full details of our opening hours, please see the poster below 👇

If you require medical assistance while we are closed:

Please contact NHS 111 for urgent medical advice
In an emergency, dial 999

We hope you all have a lovely Easter weekend 🐣

26/03/2026

🕊️ We are saddened to share the passing of Dr Coates, a former GP Partner at our practice.

Although Dr Coates retired a number of years ago, he will be remembered by many for his dedication, kindness, and long-standing commitment to patient care. He will be fondly remembered by both colleagues and the community.

Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time.

A book of condolence will be available in the waiting room for any patients who would like to leave a message or share a memory. These will be passed on to Dr Coates’ family.

23/03/2026

👇 Please see the information below.

Has your teenager missed out on their vaccinations including the MEN ACWY jab? This vaccine protects against 4 strains of potentially fatal meningitis and septicaemia.

We’re reminding you that it’s possible to get them caught up with the IntraHealth catch up clinics or via booking in with your GP surgery!

Visit here for more information: https://ow.ly/oO1t50YwJYB

19/03/2026

Dates for the diary 📌

We close one Wednesday afternoon each month (April–March) to allow for important staff training.

Just a reminder that the surgery will be closed from 1:00pm on the following dates for our monthly staff training (QUEST):

📅 April 15th 2026
📅 May 13th 2026
📅 June 10th 2026
📅 July 8th 2026
📅 August 12th 2026
📅 September 9th 2026
📅 October 14th 2026
📅 November 11th 2026
📅 February 10th 2027
📅 March 10th 2027

During this time:
☎️ For urgent medical advice, please call 111
🚑 For medical emergencies, please call 999

We will reopen as normal the next day at 8:00am.

Thank you for your understanding 💙

18/03/2026

Meningitis Vaccination – Patient Information

Following recent news about a meningitis outbreak in Kent, we understand that some patients may be feeling concerned.

We’d like to reassure you that many routine childhood vaccinations already protect against meningitis, including MenB, MMR, and MenACWY.

👉 The most important thing you can do is make sure you and your family are up to date with all routine vaccinations.

A few key points:

The MenB vaccine is part of the routine childhood schedule (given at 8 weeks, 12 weeks, and 1 year).

Babies can catch up on missed MenB vaccines up to age 2.

The MenB vaccine is not routinely offered to children over 2 or adults, unless they are in a higher-risk group.

The MenACWY vaccine is offered in school (Year 9), and can be given up to age 25 if missed.

If you need any further information please use the link below or contact the surgery.

For more information, visit the NHS website:
👉

Read about meningitis, an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. Find out about the symptoms, vaccines and treatments.

16/03/2026

💚 NHS App Help – Pop In and Say Hello

Come along to your local church hall for friendly support with the NHS App. We’ll help you get set up, answer any questions, and there’ll be a cuppa and cake waiting too. ☕🍰

05/02/2026

📱 NHS App Drop-In

Need help with the NHS App? Pop along to the PCN drop-in session for support with set-up, login issues, prescriptions, test results and more.

No appointment needed — just drop in! 👍

NHS App Drop-In Session

We’re hosting a friendly, informal NHS App drop-in session at the library to help people get confident using digital health services. Whether you want to download the app and set it up, or learn how to order repeat prescriptions, book appointments, or view your health information, support will be on hand.

Matlock Library - Monday 23rd Feb - 10.30 - 1.30pm
Bakewell Library - Tuesday 24th Feb - 12.30 - 2.30pm

No booking needed — just pop in, bring your phone or tablet, and ask questions at your own pace. Everyone welcome. 💚

02/02/2026

💙 Men’s Mental Health Support Group 💙

We host a men’s mental health support group at the surgery every Thursday, 6pm–8pm.

👥 Open to all men aged 18+ — whether you’re struggling, feeling low, or just want a chat in a safe, non-judgemental space.

☕ Expect a friendly welcome, a cuppa (and a biscuit!). No pressure to talk — listening is just as welcome.

💬 Why come along?
Meet like-minded men
Share a chat and a cuppa
Give support, receive support — or just listen
Sometimes listening helps just as much as talking

🤝 What can I expect?
A warm welcome
Tea or coffee (and a biscuit!)
No obligation to talk beyond saying hello
You can leave at any time if it’s not right for you

💷 Free to attend
No booking
No referral
Just turn up

Why not give it a try?

19/01/2026

** The issue has now been resolved due to a BT fault**

Thank you for your patience.

Our phone lines are currently experiencing service issue.

We are aware of the problem and are working to get this resolved as quickly as possible. In the meantime, patients may experience delays in contacting the practice.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

13/01/2026

💚 What is the Primary Care Network (PCN)?

The Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of 10 local GP practices working together to support over 78,000 patients across our communities. The PCN includes the local practices Lime Grove Medical Centre, Matlock and Ashover Practices & Darley Dale Medical Centre.

By partnering across local GP practices and services, we improve access to care, offer a wider range of healthcare professionals and make it easier to manage your health using digital platforms.

Together, we’re supporting people across Derbyshire Dales with joined-up care, closer to home.

Follow us for local updates and support.💚

09/01/2026

Good Morning

As predicted there has been some overnight snow, but thankfully not as severe as predicted.

Some staff are struggling to travel from further afar this morning, if your appointment has been affected we are contacting you regarding this, however local staff have walked in, and we are open as normal.

If you are worried about attending your appointment today and wish to rearrange, or change this to a phone call, please let reception know.

For safety all appointments have been relocated to the street level floor today, there are no appointments on the lower ground floor, so please do not use the side steps or walk through the side car park as this area has not been gritted.

Stay warm ☕

Team LGMC