The Lakes Medical Practice Penrith

14/11/2025

💙 World Diabetes Day – Best Practice for Staying Well

Living with diabetes? Here are some tried-and-tested tips to stay on track:

🍽 Eat Smart: Balanced meals, less processed sugar, choose high-fibre carbs.
🚶‍♀️ Move Often: Regular walking or gentle exercise helps stabilise blood sugar.
🩺 Keep Up With Check-Ups: Book your annual review, foot check and blood tests.
💊 Take Medication as Prescribed: Let us know if you’re having problems.
🥿 Feet First: Watch for cuts, numbness, or swelling — early action is key.
💧 Stay Hydrated: Water helps manage glucose levels.
🙂 Look After Your Wellbeing: Stress can affect blood sugars too.

12/11/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team at The Lakes Medical Practice 🌟
Are you looking for a rewarding role in a busy, friendly GP practice? We’re seeking a Care Navigator to join our Reception team in Penrith!
As a Care Navigator, you’ll be the first point of contact for patients, helping with appointments, calls, and administration tasks. Full training is provided, and no previous experience is necessary—apprenticeships are also considered.
💼 Position: Care Navigator
📍 Location: The Health Centre, Penrith
⏰ Hours: Monday to Friday, up to 37.5 hrs/week
💰 Salary: £24,375 - £25,486 per year
🗓 Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Apply now 👉 https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A5101-25-0010

12/11/2025

📢 Practice Closure Notice - Reminder 📢
Please note that The Lakes Medical Practice will be closed today from 1:00 PM for Protected Learning Time. We will reopen as normal tomorrow morning at 8:00 AM.

Protected Learning Time is vital for our team. It allows our doctors, nurses, and staff to take part in essential training and development to ensure we continue providing you with safe, high-quality care.

During this time, if you need medical advice or support, please use:
💊 Your local pharmacy
📞 NHS 111 (available 24/7)
🚑 999 for emergencies.
Thank you for your understanding and support.

11/11/2025

A great opportunity to try something new at Penrith Leisure Centre
Open weekend 22nd & 23rd November.

Save the dates

On November 22 & 23 we invite you to our Open Weekend where we have 2 days of FREE and reduced price activities.

Weather you're a regular or new to Penrith LC, this is your chance to explore everything we have to offer.

Activities include gym, Inflatable zone, Aqua Splash, Water safety, Swimbees, Gymnastics taster, pickleball & badminton. Click below for the programme.

https://brnw.ch/21wXoIV

You can book by clicking the link below. Sessions will be limited.
https://brnw.ch/21wXoIU

11/11/2025

📢 Practice Closure Notice 📢
Please note that The Lakes Medical Practice will be closed tomorrow from 1:00 PM for Protected Learning Time. We will reopen as normal Thursday morning at 8:00 AM.

Protected Learning Time is vital for our team. It allows our doctors, nurses, and staff to take part in essential training and development to ensure we continue providing you with safe, high-quality care.

During this time, if you need medical advice or support, please use:
💊 Your local pharmacy
📞 NHS 111 (available 24/7)
🚑 999 for emergencies.
Thank you for your understanding and support.

10/11/2025

Andys Man Club Penrith
Tonight 7-9pm
Penrith Cricket Club

The first step can be tough, but our groups offer a safe, judgement-free space with nothing but support. ❤️

Whether you talk or just listen, you'll find a great group of likeminded guys who get it.

The groups run every Monday 7-9PM (excluding bank holidays) for any man 18+.

There's no booking, no fees and no registration needed - just turn up.

We now have over 320 groups nationwide. Visit our website to find your nearest group or drop us an email to info@andysmanclub.co.uk to join our online groups. 👌

09/11/2025

This weekend, take a moment to pause, reflect and remember those who fought for our freedom.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.

05/11/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team at The Lakes Medical Practice 🌟

Are you looking for a rewarding role in a busy, friendly GP practice? We’re seeking a Care Navigator to join our Reception team in Penrith!

As a Care Navigator, you’ll be the first point of contact for patients, helping with appointments, calls, and administration tasks. Full training is provided, and no previous experience is necessary—apprenticeships are also considered.

💼 Position: Care Navigator
📍 Location: The Health Centre, Penrith
⏰ Hours: Monday to Friday, up to 37.5 hrs/week
💰 Salary: £24,375 - £25,486 per year
🗓 Closing Date: 21 November 2025

Apply now 👉 https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A5101-25-0010

05/11/2025

🌿 Penrith Wellbeing Walk – Every Friday at 11:30am! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Looking for a friendly and relaxed way to get active and enjoy the fresh air? Come and join the Westmorland and Furness Council Health and Wellbeing Team for our weekly wellbeing walk!

💚 All abilities are welcome — we take things at a comfortable pace and rest as needed.
🗓 When: Every Friday, 11:30am
📍 Where: Meet outside Penrith Library
👟 Routes: Choose from 1.5km, 3km, or 4km options depending on how you’re feeling that day!

It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, explore the local area, and boost your wellbeing in a supportive environment.

📞 For more info, contact:
Amy – 07551 678450
Denise – 07824 608353
Jess – 07554 333343
📧 amy.elliott@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Come along, bring a friend, and take a step toward feeling good! 🌞

04/11/2025

🌟Eden Sight & Hearing Awareness Event! 🌟

Come along and explore a range of information stalls hosted by:
👁️ Eden Sight Support
👂 Cumbria Deaf & Hard of Hearing Service
👓 Westmorland & Furness Rehab Officer (Visual Impairment)
🔍 Optelec
💙 Retina UK

📍 Penrith Quaker Meeting House
🗓️ Thursday 13th November
🕐 1pm – 3pm

Enjoy a friendly afternoon of support, information, and refreshments.
No need to book — just pop in!

📞 For enquiries, call 01768 891724.

03/11/2025

Hello Penrith Mums,

We’ve been asked to re-start a peer support group for mums in the Penrith area.

You might have met Helen out and about at the Family Hub over the last couple weeks, raising awareness and finding out how mums are managing their mental health in the area.

We're in the process of setting up the new group and trying to work out the best place and time to hold it. Your input now will help us shape your local group.

Please take a few minutes to fill out our short survey and let us know when and where would be best

https://happymums.org.uk/project/penrith-support-group/

There’s more information about how our groups work on that page too

Thank you so much 💛

03/11/2025

🌿The Lakes Medical Practice – October Friends & Family Feedback🌿

A huge thank you to everyone who shared their feedback with us this month! 💬

⭐ 98% of patients said they would recommend our practice – placing us in the top 5% of GP practices nationally!

You told us you appreciate our efficient, friendly and caring team, quick appointments, and excellent clinical care. 🩺💚

We’re also grateful for your helpful suggestions on how we can continue improving. Every comment helps us provide better care for our community.

👏 A big thank you to all our healthcare team.