The Lakes Medical Practice Penrith

05/02/2026

We’re really good at talking about the easy stuff.
The gigs. The plans. The “I’m fine.”

But sometimes “fine” just means getting through the day.

Today feels like a good day to check in properly — with others, and with ourselves.
You don’t have to have the right words. You just have to start the conversation 💛

If this resonates, maybe reach out to someone. Or let someone reach out to you.

Easy, low-pressure openers:

• “Hey, you popped into my head today — how are you really doing?”

• “No pressure to reply properly, but I just wanted to check in with you.”

• “You don’t have to say you’re fine with me.”

If you’ve noticed something specific:

• “You’ve seemed a bit quieter lately — I just wanted to ask how you are.”

• “I might be wrong, but you didn’t seem yourself last time we spoke.”

• “You don’t have to explain anything, I just wanted to check in.”
Mind
Carlisle Eden Mind

05/02/2026

04/02/2026

If you can’t go, let them know….

We imagine the people following us do exactly that - but this is to help spread awareness, especially for when people are having a rant about appointments - remember there are actually a huge amount that go wasted by people that have them, but don’t attend… 😔 💚💙

04/02/2026

02/02/2026

Tomorrow!
Penrith Leisure Centre
1pm-2pm.
The Happy Mums Foundation

Groups are all running normally next week. Anybody who identifies as a mum is welcome and you can come as much or as little as you need.

Monday
10-11am - Online
7.30-8.30pm - Online
Tuesday
9:30-10:30am - Morton Community Centre, Carlisle
1-2pm - Penrith Leisure Centre - NEW
Wednesday
1-2pm - Friends Meeting House, Cockermouth
Thursday
10-11am - Brampton Community Centre, Brampton
Friday
9.30-10.30am - Harraby Community Centre, Carlisle
10.30-11.30am - St Mary’s Church, Westfield, Workington
1-2pm - Maryport Activity Centre

02/02/2026

Andys Man Club Penrith
Tonight!
Penrith Cricket Club
7pm-9pm

We believe it's important to encourage men to "speak up," rather than "man up." Speaking up is a sign of strength, not weakness or vulnerability. The phrase "man up" is a stereotype that suggests men should hide their emotions and keep their feelings inside. At Andy's Man Club, we provide a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to open up and be yourself.

30/01/2026

✨ Friday Feedback ✨

We love ending the week by sharing kind words from our patients. This lovely feedback was recently received for our Healthcare Assistant, Danielle:

“I have just attended an annual check-up appointment and was seen by Danielle. I would just like to say how excellent she was. She was kind, allowed me to talk while she listened, and was both helpful and knowledgeable. She had a thoughtful ear and a lovely smile. Thank you so much Danielle, your time was very much appreciated.”

Thank you, Danielle, for the care, compassion and time you give to our patients every day — it truly makes a difference 🌟

👉 A gentle reminder to our patients:
Annual reviews for long-term conditions are really important in helping us support your ongoing health. If you’ve received a text invitation, please remember to book your appointment.

29/01/2026

🧠Today is Stroke Prevention Day!🧠

9 out of 10 Strokes are preventable and associated with a number of potentially modifiable risk factors including High Blood Pressure. The ESSD Teams continue educating patients at home about the importance of monitoring your Blood Pressure and to do this effectively.

Check out the link below for more information👇
https://www.nhs.uk/health-assessment-tools/check-your-blood-pressure-reading

29/01/2026

💚 Struggling with low mood, anxiety, or motivation? You’re not alone. 💚

Free 4-week “Strategies for Wellbeing” course is designed to help you better understand your wellbeing and build practical tools to support everyday life.

🧠 The course will help you to:

Understand how thoughts, emotions, behaviours and physical sensations affect wellbeing

Explore common barriers and practical solutions

Learn self-help strategies such as goal setting, mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and breaking unhelpful thought cycles

👥 Facilitated by a Wellbeing Activator and supported by a Living Well Coach in a welcoming, supportive environment.

📍 Penrith Hospital
🕕 6–8pm
📅 18th & 25th February, 4th & 11th March 2026

✅ Open to anyone registered with a GP practice in Keswick & Solway or Eden
💷 Free to attend

📲 To find out more or book your place:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/strategies-for-wellbeing-tickets-1978145035050?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Email wellbeing@ncic.nhs.uk
NHS Wellbeing Service - North Cumbria

Is low mood, anxiety or lack of motivation affecting your daily life?

26/01/2026

Whether you're having a bad week, a bad day, or just fancy a brew, biscuit and a chat - our groups are here for you. 💙🫶👌

Our groups run every Monday 7-9PM (except bank holidays)

There's NO booking and NO fees. Any man 18+ is welcome to just turn up.

26/01/2026

🚶‍♀️ Penrith Wellbeing Walk 🚶‍♂️
Every Friday | 11:30am
Meet outside Penrith Library

Friendly, inclusive walks with route options for all abilities 🌿
No booking needed – just turn up!
The Ramblers

22/01/2026

The next phase in our journey to provide emergency care in one place at the Cumberland Infirmary takes a step forward next week when the entrance to the A&E department moves.

The move, on Wednesday 28 January, will see the entrance switch back where the previous A&E entrance used to be – at the side of the hospital, close to where the ambulance bays are located. The entrance will lead to a new waiting area for A&E.

Since April last year, patients have been accessing A&E via the main atrium entrance to allow building work to take place on a new Urgent Treatment Centre which will open in Spring 2026. From next Wednesday, the new entrance and waiting area will be ready to welcome patients. Volunteers will be on hand to remind people of the change and to help with directions.

Dr Claire Gray, Emergency Medicine Consultant, said: “The new entrance and waiting area marks a milestone in the progression of the new Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at the Cumberland Infirmary which will open to patients in Spring 2026. The UTC will be an expansion of our urgent and emergency care facilities at CIC and it will improve the way we are able to care for patients. By locating the UTC next to our A&E we will be able to separate out major and minor injuries so the most appropriate care can be provided. Until the UTC opens in Spring, we will continue to redirect patients to the most appropriate service for them if their condition is not an emergency.”