Brookside Group Practice

29/04/2026

From today, in addition to those aged 75-79, those aged 80 and over and those living in a care home for older adults can get the RSV vaccine. Contact our Patient Services Team to book your vaccine or speak to a member of staff at the care home.

27/04/2026

We are currently dealing with a regional IT network problem, which is affecting some of our practice systems. This may result in delays to appointments, prescriptions, referrals, test results, and phone or online responses. Please be patient with the practice team who are working through these challenges.

20/04/2026

On Friday 24th April, CLASP are holding a fundraising quiz with Louise Timlin, the Wokingham Town Council Mayor. It will be held at St Crispin’s School, doors open at 7pm and tickets cost £10. All welcome! The booking link is here: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/106149 and please see the poster for more details.

17/04/2026

Covid-19 Spring Boosters – now available for a LIMITED GROUP OF PATIENTS ONLY

Make sure you or your loved ones are vaccinated.

Covid Spring boosters are now available for a limited group of patients. But if you or a loved one is within one of these groups then please book via the NHS National Booking System.

Aged 75 or over (or if you turn 75 by 30 June 2026)
Living in a care home for older adults
Aged 6 months or over with a weakened immune system (for example, due to a health condition or treatment like chemotherapy).
booking online via the National Booking System,

16/04/2026

There is currently a national issue affecting our IT which may impact some efficiencies with our services today.
Thank you for your patience.

09/04/2026

From April 2026, we are using a new platform to help us invite patients for their long term condition reviews. This may mean you receive an invite which looks slightly different to normal. You will be able to sign in with your NHS app login information, no new account or password will be needed.
We appreciate you working with us to ensure we are able to safely monitor your long term conditions and medication.

07/04/2026

Volunteer Taster Day! Thrive Reading are holding a volunteer session, which is a great way to learn more about the work Thrive do.
www.thrive.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer/reading

04/04/2026

On Wednesday 8th April, ASD Family Help is holding a Spring Disco for the neurodivergent community at The Radstock Community Centre in Earley. Tickets cost £5 and must be booked in advance

03/04/2026

“You Won’t Know Until You Ask”

This is a new governament campaign to help parents have open conversations with children about harmful online content, including misogynistic material, body shaming and rage bait.

Find practical information from trusted places to help you feel more confident on the steps you can take to protect your child online.

For more information visit:

Find out the steps you can take to keep your child safe online. Get practical and trusted information to help you feel more confident.

02/04/2026

01/04/2026

Please see the opening times for local pharmacies over the upcoming bank holidays 💊

30/03/2026

We’re excited to share our new look, including the introduction of the Brookside Bee and friends.
This new identity reflects our commitment as a practice to helping every patient feel supported and confident in their own health and wellbeing.
While our appearance is evolving, our dedication to our patients hasn’t changed. All our services, care, and support will continue as before, delivered by the same team who are here to help you live a happy, healthy life.