The Leith Hill Practice

11/03/2026

Today is National No Smoking Day!

If you’ve been thinking about quitting, this could be the moment that changes everything. You don’t have to do it alone — advice, support, and practical tools are available to help you take the first step.

Find trusted guidance on the NHS website:
👉 NHS stop smoking support: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
👉 NHS stop smoking treatments: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/nhs-stop-smoking-services-help-you-quit/

A healthier future starts with a single decision.

20/01/2026

📣 We’re Hiring! – GP Practice Admin Team Leader 🩺📋

Are you an experienced GP practice administrator ready to lead a team and make a real difference in patient care? Join our team as our new Admin Team Leader!

✨ What we offer:
• Permanent, full-time role
• Competitive Salary
• A supportive, collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills

📌 About the role:
You’ll lead and support our admin team, ensuring high-quality administrative services across the practice. From managing records to supporting clinicians and improving workflow — this role is key to keeping our practice running smoothly.

👉 Sound like you? Click the link to learn more and apply now:
🔗 https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b5e08938aee30f02&from=shareddesktop_copy

📣 Know someone perfect for this? Please share this post!

19/01/2026

📢 PRACTICE CLOSURE STAFF TRAINING DATES

Our surgery will be closed from 13:00 on Wednedsay 4th February and Tuesday 10th March for staff training so we can continue providing you with the best possible care. Both sites will reopen as normal the following working day.

13/01/2026

Alongside Surrey Heartlands ICB and local hospitals, Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust have declared a Critical Incident.

Please only use our Emergency Department (ED) for serious or life-threatening emergencies. For all other urgent health needs, consider these alternatives:
- Your GP
- NHS 111 - online or by phone, available 24/7
- Your local pharmacy – expert advice for several ailments through Pharmacy First https://bit.ly/4duHKcu
- Urgent Treatment Centre at Crawley Hospital
- Minor Injuries Units at Caterham Dene, Horsham Hospital and Queen Victoria Hospital

Choosing the right service helps us keep ED free for those who need it most. Thank you for helping us help you. Find out more https://www.surreyandsussex.nhs.uk/latest-news/trust-declares-critical-incident-due-ongoing-pressure-within-surrey

19/12/2025

🎄✨ Have you spotted our Christmas tree at the practice?

This year it’s decorated with festive baubles featuring helpful health reminders. Each bauble has a QR code on the back – give it a scan to find out more while you’re here 📱✨

🔔 Keep Your Numbers Nice – Blood Pressure UK
🔔 Don’t Forget Your Jingle Bells – Breast & Chest Checks
🔔 Ho Ho Ho… No Smoke – Quit Smoking
🔔 Don’t Forget Your Baubles – Testicular Self-Checks
🔔 Rudolph Checks… Do You? – Bowel Cancer Screening
🔔 Act FAST this Christmas – Stroke Awareness
🔔 Spirits in Check – Alcohol Advice
🔔 Leave the Sneezing to the Elves – Cold & Winter health advice
🔔 You’re Not Alone This Christmas – Mental Health Support

🎅✨

18/12/2025

*Thursday 18th December 2025* POWERCUTS

We are currently experiencing intermittent power disruptions at the practice. We kindly ask for your understanding and thank you for your patience.

For all non-urgent enquiries, please submit your request via the practice website. We will respond as soon as we are able to do so.

In the meantime, support is also available from your local pharmacy or by contacting NHS 111. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, such as symptoms of a heart attack or stroke, please call 999 immediately.

Thank you for your continued patience.

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17/12/2025

*POWERCUT 17/12/2025*
We are currently have a powercut at the practice. We ask that where possible to please submit all non urgent request through our practice website and one of the team will reply when are able. www.leithhillpractice.nhs.uk
Thank you for your patience and apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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12/12/2025

*Service Distruption 12/12/2025*

We are currently experiencing IT difficulties at the practice. We ask that where possible to please submit all non urgent request through our practice website www.leithhillpractice.nhs.uk

Thank you for your patience.

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03/12/2025

📢 Our December Patient Newsletter is here!

Want help using the NHS App? Curious about Pharmacy First? Looking for our festive opening hours? 🎄
We’ve packed this edition with useful info, including free support sessions, tips to get quicker care, and ways to support the Dorking Food Bank this month.

We’re also sharing important staff training closure dates coming up in 2026, so you can plan ahead, plus updates and events you might want to get involved in.

https://d1ngql92u96qt3.cloudfront.net/uploads/news/LHP_Patient_Newsletter_December_2025.pdf

01/12/2025

*2025 Christmas Opening Hours*

As we head into the festive season, we’d like to wish all our patients and community a very warm and healthy Christmas. Thank you for your support throughout the year.

⭐ When the Practice Is Closed
If you need medical advice or support over the festive period, there are several options available:

💊 Pharmacy First
Local pharmacies can offer expert advice on minor illnesses such as coughs, colds, sore throats, rashes and more. Many also have extended holiday opening hours. They can help you decide if anything further is needed.

📞 NHS 111
If you need urgent medical help or are unsure where to go, NHS 111 is available 24/7 online and by phone.
They can give self-care advice, direct you to the right service, or arrange urgent care if needed.

🚨 Emergencies – 999
For life-threatening emergencies, please call 999 immediately.

29/10/2025

🌼 Capel Memorial Hall Open Door Fridays!🌼

We know that staying socially connected and having a warm, welcoming space to spend time in can make a real difference to wellbeing, particularly as during the winter months.

Capel Memorial Hall will be hosting *Open Door Fridays* from 7th November, every Friday between 10am and 3pm. This free, community-led drop-in offers:

• A friendly, comfortable space
• Free beverages
• Newspapers, magazines and board games
• A quiet room for work, study or reflection
• Free Wi-Fi
• A chance to chat

Whether you’re working from home, picking up the kids, or just fancy a change of scenery, drop in and say hello!

Further details are available at: www.capelmemorialhall.org.uk

24/10/2025

🎀Wear It Pink Day!🎀

We’re taking part in Wear It Pink today in support of Breast Cancer Now
Raising awareness, starting conversations and reminding everyone to check regularly.

Early detection is key -

👇Not sure how to check? We’re here to help — click the link below for your guide

https://breastcancernow.org/about-breast-cancer/awareness/signs-and-symptoms-of-breast-cancer?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=827619324&gclid=EAIaIQobChMItKSqtuu8kAMVuZxQBh1BjgTLEAAYASAAEgLMN_D_BwE