Ampleforth & Hovingham Surgeries

Ampleforth & Hovingham Surgeries GP surgeries in the villages of Ampleforth & Hovingham.

03/04/2026

Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder that knowing your body and checking regularly can make a real difference. Testicular cancer is most common in younger men, and early detection is highly treatable. There is nothing to feel embarrassed about when it comes to your health, and getting checked early can save lives. 💙🩺✨

How to check:
• Check yourself once a month, ideally after a warm shower or bath 🛁✨
• Gently roll each testicle between your fingers and thumb 🤲💙
• Get to know what feels normal for you 🧠✨

What to look out for:
• Any lumps or swelling 🩺⚠️
• Changes in size, shape or texture 📏✨
• A feeling of heaviness in the sc***um ⚖️💙
• A dull ache or discomfort in the lower abdomen or groin 🤕✨

If you notice anything unusual, speak to your GP. 💙🩺✨

Learn how to check yourself: https://ow.ly/g60e50YAGUh
Read NHS guidance on symptoms and treatment: https://ow.ly/2kOX50YAGTU
Find support and information from Orchid: https://ow.ly/lj6S50YAGTW

It’s National Walking Day, the perfect reminder that moving more doesn’t have to be complicated. 🚶‍♀️💚✨A simple 10 minu...
02/04/2026

It’s National Walking Day, the perfect reminder that moving more doesn’t have to be complicated. 🚶‍♀️💚✨

A simple 10 minute brisk walk can boost your mood, improve heart health and increase energy levels. The NHS Active 10 app makes it easy to track your brisk walking, set goals and stay motivated wherever you are. Little steps really do add up to big health benefits. 🚶‍♂️💙🌿

Download the NHS Active 10 app on Android: https://ow.ly/ACgX50YAxkX
Download the NHS Active 10 app on Apple: https://ow.ly/cv7l50YAxl8

🌿 Need support with your wellbeing? Our Social Prescribing team is here to help.Social Prescribers can support anyone ag...
31/03/2026

🌿 Need support with your wellbeing? Our Social Prescribing team is here to help.

Social Prescribers can support anyone aged 16+ with a wide range of non-medical needs, including:
💬 Loneliness or isolation
🧠 Low-level mental health support
💷 Money or housing worries
🤝 Social groups and activities
🌱 Volunteering, training and employment
🤍 Bereavement and more

They offer personalised, non-medical support to help you connect with local services and activities that can improve your wellbeing.

If you think you could benefit, just ask at reception for a Social Prescribing referral. 💚

📅 Coming up soon! Free First Aid Training — 27th April, 1pm, Ampleforth Village Hall. Don’t miss it!
30/03/2026

📅 Coming up soon! Free First Aid Training — 27th April, 1pm, Ampleforth Village Hall. Don’t miss it!

30/03/2026

➡️➡️Road now open

📢 Patient Notice – Access to Ampleforth

Please be aware that the “Road Closed” signs on the road to Ampleforth (from the B1257) do not affect access to the village or the GP surgery.

The closure is in place for access to Ampleforth College only, and patients can still reach the surgery as usual.

If you have an appointment, please attend as planned and allow a little extra time for your journey.

Good nutrition and hydration are essential for overall health, energy levels and how your body feels day to day. Eating ...
30/03/2026

Good nutrition and hydration are essential for overall health, energy levels and how your body feels day to day.

Eating a balanced diet with a variety of fruit, vegetables, wholegrains and protein helps fuel your body, while drinking enough water supports circulation, digestion and joint health. Hydration also plays a role in keeping connective tissues, including fascia, supple and functioning well. Small, realistic changes to your diet can make a big difference over time, and planning ahead is especially important during periods of fasting to maintain safe hydration and nutrient intake. 🥗💧💙✨

Explore NHS healthy eating advice: https://ow.ly/6wA450YzCk1
Learn about water, drinks and hydration: https://ow.ly/5zLA50YzCk4
Read about making small healthy diet changes: https://ow.ly/5aLW50YzCk6
Find guidance on fasting safely during Ramadan: https://ow.ly/SF6f50YzCk5

💛 Bereavement Support Café’s 💛Losing someone can feel incredibly isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone.Ou...
29/03/2026

💛 Bereavement Support Café’s 💛

Losing someone can feel incredibly isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone.

Our Bereavement Support Café’s offer a safe, welcoming space to talk, listen, or simply sit with others who understand. Whether your loss is recent or from years ago, you are warmly invited to join us.

🫖 Tea, coffee, and a friendly ear provided
💬 No pressure to talk – just come as you are
🤝 Support, understanding, and community

Please feel free to share this with anyone who might benefit.

Don't forget! ⏰ The clocks go forward 1 hour this Sunday for Daylight Saving Time.If your clocks don't update automatica...
28/03/2026

Don't forget! ⏰

The clocks go forward 1 hour this Sunday for Daylight Saving Time.

If your clocks don't update automatically, remember to change them before going to bed on Saturday night.

A simple change, but an easy one to forget!

BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It is a simple calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate whether your wei...
27/03/2026

BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It is a simple calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate whether your weight is in a healthy range 📊

Knowing your BMI can help identify if you may be underweight, overweight or at risk of health conditions linked to weight, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.

While BMI is a useful starting point, it does not tell the whole story 👇
Waist measurement is also important, as carrying extra weight around your middle can increase your risk of health problems, even if your BMI falls within a healthy range.

Understanding both measurements can help you make informed choices about your health and seek support if needed 💙✨

Calculate your BMI:
https://ow.ly/2cp650Yya5b

Learn about waist measurement and type 2 diabetes risk:
https://ow.ly/lowe50Yya59

Social Prescribing Day celebrates the power of community, connection and non-medical support to improve health and wellb...
26/03/2026

Social Prescribing Day celebrates the power of community, connection and non-medical support to improve health and wellbeing. 🌿✨

Social prescribing links people to local activities, groups and services that can help with loneliness, stress, finances, housing, physical health and more. Being part of a community, trying new social activities or accessing practical advice can have a positive impact on both mental and physical wellbeing. Support is available in many different areas, helping people feel more connected and empowered. 💚🤝

Learn about social prescribing: https://ow.ly/96g150Yy0OA

💡 Helpful support and resources:
• Improve your financial wellbeing with the Money and Pensions Service: https://ow.ly/1j0P50Yy0Ob
• Get advice on housing, immigration and legal issues from Citizens Advice: https://ow.ly/HBRa50Yy0Oc
• Find mental and physical health advice at NHS Live Well: https://ow.ly/8TQx50Yy0Os
• Create a free personalised mental health plan with Every Mind Matters: https://ow.ly/xAS850Yy0O1
• Get active with We Are Undefeatable: https://ow.ly/t7lE50Yy0OB
• Support dementia care through Music for Dementia: https://ow.ly/b78e50Yy0O2
• Find bereavement support services via At A Loss: https://ow.ly/kQNx50Yy0Oq

🌿 Social Prescribing Day – 26 March 🌿Social Prescribing Day celebrates the positive impact that social prescribing has o...
26/03/2026

🌿 Social Prescribing Day – 26 March 🌿

Social Prescribing Day celebrates the positive impact that social prescribing has on people’s health and wellbeing. Social Prescribers support individuals to connect with activities, groups and services in their community that can improve confidence, wellbeing and quality of life.

Here’s what some patients from our PCN have shared about their experience:

💬 “Working with my social prescriber has helped me to feel more confident and in control of my own choices.”

💬 “With the support of my social prescriber I have been able to go shopping, which I find an overwhelming experience at times and I have also begun to engage more with people through feeling more comfortable with myself.”

💬 “I now attend 2–3 social/exercise groups a week I was not aware of before and really look forward to.”

Social prescribing can help people access support for things like social isolation, physical activity, wellbeing and community connections.

💚

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, and recognising symptoms early can make a real difference. Sym...
23/03/2026

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, and recognising symptoms early can make a real difference.

Symptoms may include difficulty p*eing, a weak flow, needing to p*e more often (especially at night), discomfort in the pelvic area or blood in urine/semen. If you notice changes, talk to your GP and tell them about any family history of cancer - not just immediate family, as broader history can help guide decisions about checks and referral.

Public figures like Sir Chris Hoy have also shared their cancer journeys to help raise awareness and encourage conversations about men’s health. 💙🩺✨

Learn more about prostate cancer: https://prostatecanceruk.org

Read Chris Hoy’s cancer story: https://www.ourcancerstories.com/cancer-news/chris-hoy-cancer

Address

Ampleforth & Hovingham Surgeries, Back Lane, Ampleforth
York
YO624EF

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

Telephone

+441439788215

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