Standish Medical Practice

02/02/2026

We've had a busy start to the year so far....

30/01/2026

Notice: Temporary Change to Practice Entrance 30th January 2026
Please note that the main surgery entrance is currently closed due to essential maintenance.
Access to the practice is via Cohens Chemist, and this route is clearly signposted.
We will revert to our normal practice entrance as soon as this work is completed.
Thank you for your understanding.

30/01/2026

*UPDATE - NOW RESOLVED*
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - ASK MY GP
Our Ask My GP is currently experiencing technical difficulties with accepting requests from patients.
If you require an URGENT appointment, please contact the surgery on 01257 441260 between 08:00am and 09:30am.
If you wish to request a ROUTINE appointment, please contact the surgery on 01257 441260 between 08:00am and 18:30pm.
Our admin team and clinicians are doing their best to help you with as little disruption as possible but there will be delays, so please be mindful of this
➡️ If your needs cannot wait, please telephone NHS 111 or contact Wigan GP Alliance on 01942 482848.
🚨 If you have an emergency ring 999 or attend A&E.
Our I.T. team are currently investigating the issue and we will keep you updated
Please be patient with our Staff

28/01/2026

Notice: Temporary Change to Practice Entrance 29th January 2026

Please note that the main surgery entrance will be closed tomorrow, 29 January, from approximately 9:00am to 6:00pm due to essential maintenance work.

During this time, access to the practice will be via Cohens Chemist, and this route will be clearly signposted.

Should the maintenance work be completed early, we will revert to our normal practice entrance.

Thank you for your understanding.

19/01/2026

18/01/2026

The Greater Manchester Urgent Eyecare Service can help if you have:
· A red or painful eye
· Something in your eye that won’t come out
· Sudden change in vision
· Flashes or things floating across your eyes

Search ‘primary eyecare find a practice Greater Manchester’ to find an optician that is part of the service.

16/01/2026

NOW RESOLVED
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - ASK MY GP
Our Ask My GP is currently experiencing technical difficulties with accepting requests from patients.
If you require an URGENT appointment, please contact the surgery on 01257 441260 between 08:00am and 09:30am.
If you wish to request a ROUTINE appointment, please contact the surgery on 01257 441260 between 08:00am and 18:30pm.
Our admin team and clinicians are doing their best to help you with as little disruption as possible but there will be delays, so please be mindful of this
➡️ If your needs cannot wait, please telephone NHS 111 or contact Wigan GP Alliance on 01942 482848.
🚨 If you have an emergency ring 999 or attend A&E.
Our I.T. team are currently investigating the issue and we will keep you updated
Please be patient with our Staff

14/01/2026

𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗿𝘆.........Wednesday 28th January
𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 💙

Are you supporting a loved one with dementia? You’re not alone.
Our Carer Wellbeing Dementia Support Group is a safe, welcoming space for anyone caring for a person with dementia to connect, share experiences, and look after their own wellbeing.

With special support from Bev Hunter,
Later Life and Memory Service,
NHS Greater Manchester Mental Health Team.

📍 Where: Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre, Hindley
🕑 When: Wednesday 28th January: 2pm – 4pm

Come along for support, understanding, and practical advice in a relaxed and friendly environment.
💬 Please feel free to share with someone who might benefit.

💙 You matter too.

10/01/2026

09/01/2026

UPDATE: NOW RESOLVED

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - ASK MY GP

Our Ask My GP is currently experiencing technical difficulties with accepting requests from patients.

If you require an URGENT appointment, please contact the surgery on 01257 441260 between 08:00am and 09:30am.

If you wish to request a ROUTINE appointment, please contact the surgery on 01257 441260 between 08:00am and 18:30pm.

Our admin team and clinicians are doing their best to help you with as little disruption as possible but there will be delays, so please be mindful of this

➡️ If your needs cannot wait, please telephone NHS 111 or contact Wigan GP Alliance on 01942 482848.
🚨 If you have an emergency ring 999 or attend A&E.
Our I.T. team are currently investigating the issue and we will keep you updated
Please be patient with our Staff