Bow and North Tawton Medical Practices

02/05/2026

*Friends and Family Test Results April 2026*

We’d like to thank all our patients who have taken the time to share their feedback with us.

Our team is committed to providing the best care we can every day. We know we won’t always get everything right, but your feedback—both positive and constructive—really matters and helps us to keep improving the service we provide.

29/04/2026

The Practice Team are looking forward to resting and recharging this early May bank holiday weekend.

We will close at 6.30pm on Friday and reopen at 8.00am on Tuesday morning.

If you require advice or medical attention when the practice is closed, call the NHS 24/7 service NHS 111. Telephone number 111

Wishing all our patient community a happy bank holiday weekend 🏖️

29/04/2026

If you require medication before the bank holiday weekend, please remember that we need a minimum of three working days notice to prepare your prescription.

Thank you for your support and understanding.

27/04/2026

It's World Immunisation Week.

Vaccination is the best way to protect children from serious infectious diseases like measles.

Read the facts you need to know about vaccines 👇

Get more information from the NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/why-vaccination-is-important-and-the-safest-way-to-protect-yourself/

27/04/2026

26/04/2026

Inspired by the London Marathon to get running, but unsure where to start?

With the NHS Couch to 5k app, you can ease into it at the pace that's right for you.

The app is free and perfect for beginners.

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/get-active/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/

18/04/2026

Our first week of Spring Covid vaccination boosters has been busy and our Saturday clinic was a huge success 🌟

We have appointments available on Tuesday and Thursday afternoon this week, don’t delay book today!

16/04/2026

A new course for people who want to learn how to grow veg in a small space. Under school age children are welcome. Please email to register your interest.

09/04/2026

A reminder about our therapeutic horticulture sessions for people with dementia and their carers. These will run at Growing Well Garden on the third Wednesday of the month starting next week Wednesday 15th April. Please do get in touch via email or by Messenger if you’d like to know more.

07/04/2026

Use 111 online as the first port of call for health needs, and as ever only using 999 if it is a serious or life-threatening emergency. For more information on when to call 999 and when to go to A&E, you can visit the NHS UK website - https://www.nhs.uk/ or use the free to download NHS App- https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

07/04/2026

From 1 April 2026, the RSV vaccine is now available for free on the NHS for adults aged 75 and over, adults living in a care home for older adults, and pregnant women.
Visit: https://ow.ly/Iy7m50YF1Mi