Colton Mill and The Grange Medical Centre

28/04/2026

08/04/2026

Important notice for patients

We are currently experiencing exceptionally high levels of staff absence, so our phone lines are much busier than usual.

Where possible, please use our online forms for:
• appointment requests
• test results
• medication requests
• general queries

Using the online forms will help us respond more efficiently and keep the phone lines available for patients who need urgent help.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

05/04/2026

🎶 Sing ON: Inspire

A free, friendly singing programme from Opera North for adults living with chronic lung conditions (including COPD, asthma & long-COVID).

Join us for relaxed Wednesday morning sessions exploring breathwork, gentle movement & singing in a supportive environment.

📍 The Old Fire Station
📅 Starts 8 April 2026 (6-week block)
💙 Free to attend

📩 To book your place or find out more:
Email: lifelonglearning@operanorth.co.uk

📞 Call or text: 07960 856691

Come along—we’d love to welcome you!

05/04/2026

01/04/2026

Easter closure

Colton Mill and The Grange Medical Centre will close for on Thursday 2nd April at 18:30pm and will reopen on Tuesday 7th April at 8:00am.

Our enhanced access (Weekend service) will remain open on Saturday 4th April 8-2pm at Colton Mill Medical Centre.

Please contact NHS 111 or visit https://111.nhs.uk/ for medical advice and information whilst we are closed. You can also visit local pharmacies or attend minor injures or walk in centres.

If you have a medical emergency, please call 999 or attend A & E

20/03/2026

💉 COVID-19 Spring Booster 2025 – Now Available

The NHS Spring COVID-19 vaccination programme is now underway to help protect those most at risk.

👉 Find full details and how to book here:
https://www.coltonmill-thegrange.nhs.uk/2026/03/20/covid-spring-booster-2025/

Who is eligible?

✔️ Adults aged 75 years and over
✔️ Residents in a care home for older adults
✔️ People aged 6 months and over with a weakened immune system

Important

❗ This vaccine is only available to eligible groups
❗ If you are not eligible, you will not be able to book
Please help us by checking the eligibility criteria before contacting the practice.

20/03/2026

🚨 Meningitis B (MenB) outbreak in Kent – Important information

We are aware of the recent MenB outbreak affecting students and young people in the Canterbury area.

We are currently receiving a high number of enquiries about vaccination.

👉 Please read our full update here before contacting the practice:

https://www.coltonmill-thegrange.nhs.uk/2026/03/20/men-b-outbreak-march-2026/

✔️ The vaccination programme is targeted only at specific high-risk groups identified by UKHSA
✔️ If you are eligible, we can arrange vaccination
✔️ If you are not in an identified group, you do not need to contact us

💉 You can also check your vaccination history via the NHS App or your online GP record.

17/03/2026

The surgery is closing at 12pm today for our training afternoon.

If you require medical advice or treatment after this time, please visit https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

We will reopen at 8am Wednesday 18th March

10/03/2026

We are hiring a practice pharmacist.

Apply via NHS jobs

https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A5603-26-0002

09/03/2026

We are hiring a full time care navigator.

Please visit NHS Jobs to apply

https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A5603-26-0001?keyword=Reception&location=Ls15%209JH&distance=5&language=en

25/02/2026

We are proud to be a Safe Surgery.

In recognition of the barriers to healthcare access faced by people in vulnerable circumstances.

We will take steps to ensure that everyone in our community may fulfill their entitlement to quality healthcare.

Find out more about ways we can support you https://www.coltonmill-thegrange.nhs.uk/practice-information/safe-surgeries/