The Practice will be closed on Tuesday, 10th March 2026 from 12:00 to 18:30. The Practice Learning Events are for protected training / learning time for the Castle Place Practice Staff. Pre-booked appointments in the morning up until 12:00 will go ahead as planned. The Surgery will be open as normal on Wednesday 11th March
The Practice will be closed on Tuesday, 10th March 2026 from 12:00 to 18:30. The Practice Learning Events are for protected training / learning time for the Castle Place Practice Staff. Pre-booked appointments in the morning up until 12:00 will go ahead as planned. The Surgery will be open as normal on Wednesday 11th March
Castle Place Practice is now accepting new patient registrations. Please follow our registration link to check our catchment area and register. We are a progressing and caring GP Practice, providing a high quality range of primary care services for a diverse population, with a focus on inclusion and equality.
APPOINTMENTS TELEPHONE STATS Here at Castle Place Practice during the month of January we have offered:3291 face-to-face appointments1011 telephone appointments243housebound visits3498 Accurx responses across all Teams70 adult immunisation appointments 3186 inbound telephone calls to Reception2 minute 7 second average wait time for telephone call to be answered4 minute 35 second average call time DID NOT
Worried about the rise in measles cases? Learn how to spot the first symptoms, when you need to keep your child off school, and how to check they are fully protected with the MMR vaccine.
Our Patient Participation Group (PPG) has created a simple new pathway to help patients understand the easiest ways to request repeat prescriptions. We’re grateful to our PPG for their great work. Please take a moment to review the guidance if you use repeat medications service.
A message from the Castle Place Practice Patient Participation Group (PPG)
Do you look after a friend or family member who needs extra help? You may be eligible for free vaccinations, health checks, and financial support. Read more to find out how to register as a carer at the surgery and access the help you deserve.
Nervous about your smear test? You aren’t alone. Read our latest update to understand why cervical screening is vital for your health, what support is available to make you comfortable, and how to check if you are up to date.
APPOINTMENTS TELEPHONE STATS Here at Castle Place Practice during the month of December we have offered:3068 face-to-face appointments1122 telephone appointments208 housebound visits3063 Accurx responses across all Teams229 adult immunisation appointments 2696 inbound telephone calls to Reception2 minute 10 second average wait time for telephone call to be answered3 minute 53 second average call time DID
Learn how to access NHS support for back, neck, and joint problems. Many patients can now self-refer directly to musculoskeletal specialists and physiotherapists without waiting for a GP appointment. Find out how to check availability in your area and get the right care faster.
Start 2026 with small steps toward a healthier life. From using the NHS App for prescriptions to accessing treatment through Pharmacy First, discover the tools and local services available to help you stay well this year.
We would like to make patients and families aware of new emotional wellbeing and mental health support services now available locally and online. 💙 Family Emotional Wellbeing New online resources are available to support family emotional wellbeing, offering guidance and practical tools for families. 🔗 Visit: https://togetherness.co.uk/pathway-library/🔑 Access code for our patients is: TAMAR 🧠
The NHSquicker app and website provide real-time information to help you access the most appropriate urgent care services in your area. NHSquicker can help you decide: The app shows live availability at local urgent care services, helping you avoid unnecessary waiting times and ensuring you get the right care as quickly as possible. How to
Our opening hours change during public holidays. Learn how to prepare your medication supply and discover how local pharmacists can now treat conditions like sore throats and UTIs without a GP appointment while we are closed.
We’re really excited to share that Castle Place Practice is now taking part in a pilot project with the RDUH Hepatology Team to support better liver health. Results will allow for lifestyle education and integration into regular long term condition reviews. As part of this trial, we will be inviting eligible patients to attend for
Please find below the NHS England guide ‘You and Your General Practice – English’, which explains what to expect from your GP practice and how you can get the best from NHS services.
Did you know . . . Since 9th September 2024 the process for death certification in England changed. It now takes place electronically between the GP practice, the Medical Examiner and the Registration Service. What these changes mean for you The Medical Examiner’s office will liaise directly with the Registration service. The Medical Examiner’s office
We are often asked to prescribe sedative drugs, such as diazepam (Valium), for fear of flying. We have recently agreed that as a Practice we are going to strongly discourage patients from using these drugs for fear of flying. There are a number of good reasons why prescribing of drugs such as diazepam is not