Pemberton Surgery

05/05/2026

Here's what our team got up to in April 2026.

- 2,321 Ask My GP requests received
- 3,005 Appointments delivered
- 6,301 Prescriptions issued
- 3,617 Test results reviewed
- 201 Fit notes issued

We're so proud of our amazing team – thank you for everything you do! 💙

A quick word about missed appointments...

Last month, 155 appointments were missed without any notice. That's 155 slots that could have helped other patients!

We know life gets busy, and sometimes things just don't go to plan. All we ask is that if you can't make it, please let us know as soon as you can.

Unfortunately, because this is becoming more of an issue, we will be more strictly implementing our Did Not Attend (DNA) policy. The policy will apply to patients who continuously miss appointments without good reason and without letting us know. It could result in you being asked to find a new practice.

We really don't want it to come to that – we just want to make sure everyone who needs to be seen, can be seen.

Thanks so much for your support!

04/05/2026

Inclusion starts with understanding. 🩷❤️

01/05/2026

One step today can open the door to a healthier tomorrow. 🚶‍♀️✨

30/04/2026

🚨 Bank Holiday Closure – Monday 4th May 🚨
Please note the practice will be closed on Monday 4th May due to the Bank Holiday.
📞 If you need urgent medical advice while we are closed:

Contact Wigan GP Alliance for GP out‑of‑hours services 📞 01942 482 848
Call NHS 111 for advice, support and signposting to the right service

🚑 In a life‑threatening emergency, always dial 999.
We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 5th May (the next working day).

Emergency Pharmacy: https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/bankholidaypharmacy/
Thank you and enjoy your bank holiday 😊.

Find the Bank Holiday opening times of a pharmacy near you in Greater Manchester.

30/04/2026

‼️ COVID-19 Booster Walk-In Clinic‼️
📅Sunday 3rd May📅
🕟10AM -1:30 PM🕠
📍Pemberton Health Clinic , Sherwood Drive, WN5 9QX📍
If you’re:
👉 Aged 75 or over
👉 Immunosuppressed because of an illness, medication or treatment
You can get your COVID-19 booster without an appointment! 🙌

24/04/2026

‼️ COVID-19 Booster Walk-In Clinic‼️
📅Saturday 25th April📅
🕟9AM -12 Noon 🕠
📍Robin Park Leisure Centre, Loire Drive, WN5 0UH📍
If you’re:
👉 Aged 75 or over
👉 Immunosuppressed because of an illness, medication or treatment
You can get your COVID-19 booster without an appointment! 🙌

22/04/2026

🌟Do you suffer with back pain? 🌟
You’re not alone — come along to our free education session to find out more about managing your back pain!
Join us on Monday 27th April for a FREE back pain education session, delivered by one of our First Contact Practitioners. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️
🕚 Education session: 11:00am – 12:00 noon (arrival from 10.30am)
📍 Edge Hall Road, Orrell
✅ Understand common causes of back pain
✅ Learn practical ways to manage your symptoms
✅ Ask questions and get expert, evidence based advice
But that’s not all…
🌟 Additional support available!
From 10:30am – 12:30pm, staff from other services will be on hand to offer extra guidance and support, including:
• Be Well – lifestyle and exercise support
• Work Well – helping you get into work, return to work, or remain in work
• Community Link Workers – supporting you with any social issues affecting your health
• Nurse / GP Assistant – providing FREE NHS Health Checks
👉 Click the link below to find out more and reserve your free place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../understanding-and...
💙 We’d love to see you there!

16/04/2026

📊 Have Your Say: Alcohol in Our Local Communities 📊
We’re working alongside The Healthier Wigan Partnership to better understand how alcohol is consumed across our local communities – and we’d really value your input.
🗣️ Take part in a short survey and share your views on:
• Alcohol consumption habits
• Buying patterns
• Opinions and experiences in your area
⏱️ It only takes around 10 minutes to complete, and all responses are completely confidential.
👥 The survey is open to people aged 17 and over.
Your feedback will help shape future health initiatives and support services across Wigan. 💙
👉 Take part here: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/OIP6YN
Thank you for helping make a difference in your community 🙌

15/04/2026

Walk in COVID-19 vaccines ! Get yours now .💙

13/04/2026

“Quick responses and helpful with appointment times.”

In March 2026, 95% of our patients rated our practice good or very good on the friends and family test.

We love sharing some of the comments with you on this bright sunny day (finally!).

If you get an invite to do the friends and family test, please do it! We read all the comments – good, bad and indifferent – and always look at how we can improve our service. Keep your feedback coming.