Castlegate and Derwent Surgery

13/10/2025

Our nursing team were delighted to receive a donation of a brand new FENO machine from the Cockermouth Community Hospital League of Friends. The group raise funds through local events and kindly support our surgery with donations of equipment.

Last year they bought the surgery an automated Doppler machine and two handheld doppler machines that are regularly used by the nursing team.
The addition of the new FENO machine will allow our nurses to diagnose and manage our asthma patients checking for effectiveness of treatment.
It has already been put to very good use and is very much appreciated. Thank you 💜

11/10/2025

This morning Mrs Raven, our Practice Manager, and her son took part in the Cockermouth Parkrun. Parkrun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. It’s 5k and takes place every Saturday morning at Cockermouth Greenway. The junior parkrun is 2k, dedicated to 4-14 year olds and their families, every Sunday morning at 9am. Why not give it a go!!! 🏃

09/10/2025

We have an exciting opportunity for a mental health practitioner to work in Cockermouth and with our partner practice Maryport Health Services.

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06/10/2025

** SICK NOTES ** 💙💚
DID YOU KNOW when you're absent from work... You DO NOT require a sick note (now called a fit note) for periods of 7 days or less.

> A fit note for periods of OVER 7 days is free of charge

> A fit note issued for periods of absence UNDER 7 days should NOT be requested via your GP

> If your employer asks for evidence for the first 7 days of sickness, a healthcare professional may charge a fee for this IF they offer this service. Your employer should pay the fee if one is applied.

> You do not need to see a healthcare professional again to go back to work.

> Your employer may ask for confirmation that you’re fit for work, but healthcare professionals DO NOT have to provide this as part of their standard service.

Depending on your job, you may need to meet other requirements before you can return to work after being ill.

For example, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) rules will apply if you drive a large vehicle like a lorry or bus. More information can be found here:
https://www.gov.uk/driving-medical-conditions

For further information about fit notes (sick notes) please click the link below:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/getting-a-fit-note/

04/10/2025

Due to cancellations, we have availability for flu jabs today, Saturday!!! Just pop down to the surgery if you are eligible.

03/10/2025

✨ GP Opportunities in the Heart of Cumbria – Where Work-Life Balance Truly Exists ✨
We’re looking for both full-time and part-time GPs to join our friendly team in Cockermouth – a thriving market town on the edge of the breath-taking Lake District National Park.

🌄 Why Cockermouth?
Imagine finishing your working day and being just minutes away from fells, lakes, and endless outdoor adventures – whether it’s paddleboarding at sunset, climbing, trail running, or wild swimming. With excellent schools, affordable housing, and a vibrant town full of independent shops, cosy pubs, and great restaurants, Cockermouth is an ideal place for professionals, families, and anyone seeking a healthier lifestyle.

🏥 Why Us?
We care for 18,100 patients from our modern, purpose-built surgery inside Cockermouth Hospital. You’ll be working in bright, well-equipped clinical rooms alongside a supportive, welcoming team.

💼 What We Can Offer You:
Competitive salary depending on experience
7.5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off 🎉
Manageable workload: 13 patient contacts per session (mix of face-to-face and phone)
2 x 30-minute admin/coffee breaks each day ☕ + a full hour for lunch
Flexible sessions with a healthy work-life balance

👩‍⚕️ The Role:
Full or part-time positions available
Mix of consultations and home visits
Opportunities to be involved with training, research, and care homes
Supportive team who values patient care and clinician wellbeing

💌 Interested?
If you’d like to join us – or even just find out more – please contact:
📧 claire.raven4@nhs.net (Practice Manager)

Come and discover what makes Cockermouth not just a place to work, but a place to belong.

01/10/2025

🩼 Flu & Covid vaccinations start today! Thank you to those who have booked an appointment for the clinics with our nurses.

If you have not yet arranged your vaccination and are eligible give us a call to book into one of our clinics.

☎️Telephone 01900 705750 or click the link on text messages we have sent to eligible patients.

🏡 For our housebound and Care Home residents, our nurse will be commencing her travels too.
We have identified our housebound patients and no need to call to arrange. Our nurse will be planning her journey around our practice area.

Thank you

15/09/2025

FLU VACCINES

From the 1st of October, selective dates available.

Children and Pregnant ladies have some availabilities now.

Please, ring the surgery to get yourself booked in.

01900 705750

15/09/2025

The surgery will be closed for staff training on Wednesday 17th September from 1pm, if you have an urgent medical problem that cannot wait until the surgery re- opens please dial 111 to access the out of hours service, NHS 111 is free to call from both landlines and mobiles.
Please note:
📩 Our online Triage request form will close at 12.00 noon on Wednesday 17th September and reopen at 8am on Thursday 18th September to receive your requests.
☎️ Our Phone lines will close at 1.00pm on Wednesday 17th September and re open at 8am on Thursday 18th September.
This time is extremely important to the surgery staff and allows us to learn, train and collaborate as a whole team. Thank you for your understanding.

08/09/2025

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04/09/2025

We look forward to welcoming some of the students to our surgery undertake placements later in the academic year.

03/09/2025

☎️ Did you know you can now check or cancel your appointments using our telephone system?

Unsure of you appointment time? Or you are unable to make it? Give our new service a try.

➡️Call our main phone line on 01900 705750 and select the check and cancel option.

📱If the number you are calling from matches that on your medical record, you will then be asked to confirm your date of birth.

🗓️ You can then listen to your booked appointment detail.

❌ Need to cancel? No problem select the option to cancel you appointment.

🙏 Help us reduce Did Not Attends and use this new system. Freeing up appointments for those who need it.

🕣 Available 24/7 - quick and easy to use.

📈 In the first two weeks of the improvement 72 patients used the service with 44 cancellations.

📱You can also check and cancel appointments using the NHS app. Download today!