Littlewick Medical Centre

Littlewick Medical Centre Welcome to our page for the latest news, updates, and helpful healthcare tips from our practice.

We are proud to be part of Erewash Health Partnership, alongside 6 other local GP practices. Serving the Ilkeston community and surrounding areas, Littlewick Medical Centre is a GP practice committed to high-quality, compassionate care. We offer a full range of GP and nursing services, from routine appointments and long-term condition management to health checks, vaccinations, and wellbeing suppor

t. We are a training practice, supporting medical students, doctors training to become GPs, and nurses, helping to shape the next generation of healthcare professionals. Our team includes seven partners, and we also have a purpose-built branch surgery in West Hallam. In 2010, we moved into a brand-new surgery on the site of the original Littlewick practice, with disabled access and patient parking via Orchard Street. We are proud to be part of the Erewash Health Partnership, a network of seven local practices working together to provide coordinated care across the area. The partnership includes Aitune Medical Practice, South Street Surgery, Eden Surgery, Gladstone House Surgery, West Park Surgery, Moir Medical Centre, and Littlewick Medical Centre. For any clinical queries, patients should contact the practice directly. At Littlewick Medical Centre, we’re here to listen, support, and work with our patients to build a healthier community.

29/04/2026

UPDATE - Our Cancellation Line is now working 😊

πŸ“’ Patient Notice - Cancellation Line Issue (Wednesday 29th April)

Our cancellation line is currently unavailable. We are treating this as a priority and working to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

If you need to cancel an appointment today, please submit an admin request via Rapid Health and our reception team will deal with this as soon as possible.

Alternatively, you may contact the practice directly to speak with a receptionist.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

29/04/2026
28/04/2026

With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in good time to avoid any delays in getting your medicines.

GP practices and pharmacies may have different opening hours, so it’s best to plan ahead and not leave it until the last minute.

Find out how to order your repeat prescription here, including via the NHS App: https://nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions/how-to-order-a-repeat-prescription/

22/04/2026
πŸ“’ Bank Holiday Closures & Prescription NoticePlease note that the surgery will be closed on the following bank holidays:...
21/04/2026

πŸ“’ Bank Holiday Closures & Prescription Notice

Please note that the surgery will be closed on the following bank holidays:

πŸ”ΉEarly May Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026
πŸ”ΉSpring Bank Holiday: Monday 25th May 2026

If you need urgent medical advice while we are closed, please call 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk

If your situation is life-threatening, dial 999 immediately.

πŸ’Š Repeat Prescriptions
To help us process your request safely and on time, please allow at least 3 working days for repeat prescriptions. You can order your medication via:

1. The free NHS App
2. Our Online Rapid Health Service via our surgery website
3. The Medicines Order Line - 0115 855 0260
4. Handing paper requests into the surgery

Please note that we are unable to take prescription requests over the surgery telephone line. We recommend ordering in advance, especially around bank holiday periods.

This week is MS Awareness Week.Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition that affects the brain and spinal cord.Th...
21/04/2026

This week is MS Awareness Week.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition that affects the brain and spinal cord.

There are lots of possible symptoms of MS. Everyone with this condition is affected differently.

ℹ️ http://nhs.uk/conditions/multiple-sclerosis/

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Erewash Walking Month - May 2026Looking for a simple way to improve your health and wellbeing?A range of friendly, ...
17/04/2026

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Erewash Walking Month - May 2026

Looking for a simple way to improve your health and wellbeing?

A range of friendly, guided walks are taking place across Erewash throughout May, organised by Erewash Borough Council and local groups.

βœ”οΈ Suitable for different abilities
βœ”οΈ Great for physical and mental wellbeing
βœ”οΈ Opportunity to meet others and get outdoors

πŸ“… 1-31 May
πŸ“ Various local locations

Some walks require booking. For full details, including accessibility and how to join, please visit the Erewash Borough Council website or scan the QR code on the poster.

πŸ“ž 07989 728434
πŸ“§ communityhealthwellbeing@erewash.gov.uk

Even a short walk can have a positive impact on your health. Why not give it a try this May?

17/04/2026

Knowing where to get support for children and young people is key.

Check out some top support services available in Derbyshire.

For more information and support visit dccmhsp.com/CYPSupport

It’s Stress Awareness Month.  Most people feel stressed sometimes. But if stress is affecting your daily life, there are...
15/04/2026

It’s Stress Awareness Month.

Most people feel stressed sometimes. But if stress is affecting your daily life, there are things you can try that may help.

You can refer yourself for free NHS talking therapies or speak to your GP.

For more practical tips on managing stress, visit https://www.nhs.uk/.../feel.../feelings-and-symptoms/stress/

15/04/2026

πŸ“’ Patient Reminder: Our surgery will be closed from 1.30pm today for staff training.
More information below πŸ‘‡

14/04/2026

We currently have availability across our peer support services πŸ’¬

If you think you would benefit, or are supporting someone who could benefit from our service, please consider referring:

πŸ“ Amber Valley – 2–4 week wait
πŸ“ South Derbyshire – 2–4 week wait
πŸ“ Erewash – No waiting list

Please feel free to share across your pages and with your contacts πŸ’™

All details are on the poster attached!

Address

Littlewick Medical Centre, 42 Nottingham Road
Ilkeston
DE75PR

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
Friday 8am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+441159325229

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