Winch Lane Surgery

25/03/2026

20/03/2026

Please follow the guidance below from Hywel Dda Health Board in relation to meningitis B queries.

We know that there is considerable concern around the localised outbreak of Meningitis B (Men B) in Kent. The situation is being monitored closely by our colleagues at Public Health Wales and there is currently no evidence of increased risk to anyone in the Hywel Dda area.

Men B vaccination has been part of the routine childhood vaccine schedule since 2015.

Based on the NHS policy - Men B vaccination is not routinely available to older children or adults, and this remains unchanged.
Please do not contact the health board or your GP for Men B vaccination for children over two years of age.

If your child is 12-24 months and has not received three doses of Men B vaccine your GP surgery may be able to provide the vaccine as part of a catch-up programme. Please see social media or webpage information for your GP surgery to see whether they are contacting eligible patients or advising you to contact them.
The Meningitis ACWY (Men ACWY) vaccine is currently being offered to 13-14 year olds, in schools by the school nursing teams. All school children who have missed their vaccination opportunity will be contacted by the health board.

Further information and symptoms of Meningitis B https://hduhb.nhs.wales/news/press-releases/meningitis-b-update/

13/03/2026

Friday 13th March 2026 is

WORLD SLEEP DAY

So many of us struggle with sleep, which has a huge impact on our daily lives. We’ve put together a short video, but there is so much more information out there that we haven’t touched on to help with your sleeping routine.

1. Keep a regular sleeping pattern. So go to bed at the same time at night, and get up at the same time in the morning.

2. Avoid excessive alcohol intake for 3-4 hours prior to bed

3. Excessive screen time, particularly within an hour of bedtime, significantly deteriorates sleep quality by reducing total sleep time, delaying sleep onset, and causing disturbed sleep.
Power down devices at least 30-60 minutes before bed.

Help us raise awareness of sleep health, and share your ideas and comments below ☺️

22/02/2026

Join us on Friday 27th for our next menopause cafe at Winch Lane surgery.

Please email the address below to register your interest.

10/02/2026

Today is a very special day at Winch Lane Surgery, it marks 40 years since our wonderful senior receptionist Fran joined the team 🥳

A huge thank you to Fran for all your dedication over the years, it is very much appreciated 🥂

We look forward to many more years working alongside you x

07/01/2026

Looking for something new to do in 2026??

Want to get out and meet new people??

Why not come along to ‘CHOIRS FOR GOOD’ and make new friends, learn new skills, and it’s all for a good cause (it’s also lots of fun).

No experience needed, come along, have a go, your first session is free!!!!

Singing is also known to reduce stress, boost your mood, improve lung function, improve memory, and reduce your blood pressure!!!!!! Give it a go, you never know unless you try 😊

06/01/2026

❄️ Weather Update ❄️
The current weather is placing extra pressure on the surgery today.
We kindly ask patients to contact us only if essential, to help us prioritise urgent care.
Thank you for your support.

05/01/2026

‼️ We are under significant pressure on the telephone lines today due to the weather and staffing levels. Please be patient with our staff and if you are trying to book any routine appointments, please do this on another day so the phone lines can be free for urgent queries. If you are trying to cancel an appointment and have the NHS Wales app, you can do this on the app. Many thanks for your cooperation. ‼️

30/12/2025

What a great way to get out, meet new people, and gain new skills and knowledge in 2026.
You can self refer using the link in the article

Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project:
❄️ Winter Outdoor Health Programmes 2026 ❄️

We are delighted to be able to announce the following programmes for the Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project in Winter 2026.

• Winter Wellbeing with Buzzard Chris Bushcraft�- Thursday 12th February – Thursday 19th March 2026�
• Winter Nature Connection with Blue Freedom - Monday 16th February – Monday 23rd March 2026

We are offering these free sessions for people in Pembrokeshire who would like to get active in the outdoors to improve their mental and physical wellbeing.

Please have a look at the programmes and click on the ‘Register Here’ button to access the registration form.

https://www.pembrokeshirecoastalforum.org.uk/projects/pembrokeshire-outdoor-health-project/

Iechyd Awyr Agored Sir Benfro: Rhaglenni Iechyd Awyr Agored y Gaeaf 2026

Rydym yn falch iawn o allu cyhoeddi’r rhaglenni canlynol ar gyfer y Prosiect Iechyd Awyr Agored ar gyfer Gaeaf 2026.

• Llesiant y Gaeaf gyda Buzzard Chris Bushcraft - Dydd Iau 12 Chwefror – Dydd Iau 19 Mawrth 2026 �
• Cyswllt Natur y Gaeaf gyda Blue Freedom�- Dydd Llun 16 Chwefror – Dydd Llun 23 Mawrth 2026

Rydym yn cynnig y sesiynau hyn am ddim i bobl yn Sir Benfro sydd hoffai fod yn egnïol yn yr awyr agored er mwyn gwella eu lles meddyliol a chorfforol.

Cymerwch olwg ar y rhaglen a chliciwch ar y botwm ‘Cofrestru Yma‘ i gael mynediad at y ffurflen gofrestru.

https://www.pembrokeshirecoastalforum.org.uk/projects/prosiect-iechyd-awyr-agored-sir-benfro/

24/12/2025

Our Elfie fun has come to an end, and tonight he must travel back to the North Pole………… we think 🤔

We would like to wish all our patients a very merry Christmas. The surgery will reopen on Monday 29th December.

If you require urgent care, use NHS 111 online or by phone (24/7), which directs you to out-of-hours GPs, urgent treatment centers, or pharmacies, or call 999 for emergencies. Pharmacies offer help for minor ailments, and some have extended bank holiday hours.
For any mental health concerns call 111 option 2.

Have a wonderful Christmas

23/12/2025

It’s a time to celebrate, but little Elfie has been a bit greedy and over indulged 🙈 Although it’s a time for treats please don’t forget your 5 a day, and plenty of water !!!! ☺️

22/12/2025

The number of respiratory viruses within our hospitals and community are increasing at a steady rate! It appears poor Elfie has been struck down with it too 😢
If you are visiting the surgery we kindly ask you wear a mask if you have a cough, or any cold & flu symptoms. This not only protects vulnerable patients, but also keeps the staff well, so they can continue to look after those who need us.

We really want everyone to have a holly jolly Christmas!! Thank you for your continuing support 😷.