South Wigan Medical Practice

South Wigan Medical Practice Previously (Shakespeare Surgery & Hawkley Brook Medical Practice)

🌟 Do you suffer with Hip or Knee Arthritis? 🌟You’re not alone - come along to our free education session to find out mo...
30/04/2026

🌟 Do you suffer with Hip or Knee Arthritis? 🌟
You’re not alone - come along to our free education session to find out more about managing your arthritic joint pains!

Join us on Monday 18th May 2026 for a FREE Managing Hip & Knee Arthritis Education Session, delivered by one of our First Contact Practitioners. 👩⚕️👨⚕️

🕚 Education session: 10.30am – 12:30pm (arrival from 10.15am)
📍 Edge Hall Road Community Stadium, Orrell, WN5 8RG

✅ Understand more about hip and knee arthritis
✅ Learn practical ways to manage your symptoms

✅ Discover what treatment options are available and when these work best
✅ Ask questions and get expert, evidence‑based advice

But that’s not all…

🌟 Additional support available!

From 11.30am – 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/e/understanding-and-managing-hip-knee-arthritis-tickets-1987982854232?aff=oddtdtcreator

💙 We’d love to see you there!

📢 What’s On 📢Take a look at our latest What’s On poster to see all the great activities, support sessions, and events h...
28/04/2026

📢 What’s On 📢

Take a look at our latest What’s On poster to see all the great activities, support sessions, and events happening in your community! 🌈

From wellbeing support to social groups, there’s something for everyone 💬✨

If you or someone you know could benefit, don’t hesitate to get involved or reach out for more information.

Keep an eye on our page for regular updates - and we hope to see you soon! 😊

Struggling with health, mobility, or a long-term condition?Be Well’s Find Your Movement scheme offers support to help yo...
23/04/2026

Struggling with health, mobility, or a long-term condition?

Be Well’s Find Your Movement scheme offers support to help you overcome barriers and discover a type of movement that works for you💚

See attached poster for details and how to get started.

✨ Exciting News for Our Community ✨We’re delighted to share that a new Dementia Friendly Music Group will be starting so...
22/04/2026

✨ Exciting News for Our Community ✨

We’re delighted to share that a new Dementia Friendly Music Group will be starting soon!

📅 Friday 8th May
⏰ 1:30pm
📍 St Paul’s Church

💙 What to expect:
• Relaxed, person-centred “Music Café” sessions
• Opportunities to connect through music, even without words
• A safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
• Support for both individuals living with dementia and their carers

👉 Find out more: https://www.musicinmind.org/

Please share this with anyone who may benefit 💙

Do you suffer with back pain? 😩Well, you’re not alone - and on Monday 27 April you're invited to a FREE back pain educat...
19/04/2026

Do you suffer with back pain? 😩

Well, you’re not alone - and on Monday 27 April you're invited to a FREE back pain education session, delivered by 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…

From 10:30am–12:30pm, other services will be on hand to offer extra guidance and support, including:
💚 Be Well Wigan – physical activity and healthy living 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

Book your spot for free using the link below
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-and-managing-your-back-pain-tickets-1986353774611

Do you suffer with back pain? On Monday 27th April, there is a FREE back pain education session for our patients, delive...
10/04/2026

Do you suffer with back pain?

On Monday 27th April, there is a FREE back pain education session for our patients, delivered by one of our First Contact Practitioners.

✔️ Understand causes of back pain
✔️ Learn practical ways to manage it
✔️ Get expert advice and ask questions

👉 Click the link below to find out more and reserve your free place: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-and-managing-your-back-pain-tickets-1986353774611

Prostate & Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month🎗️Know the signs:🔍• Ovarian cancer may include persistent bloating, pelvic pain...
29/03/2026

Prostate & Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month🎗️

Know the signs:🔍
• Ovarian cancer may include persistent bloating, pelvic pain, or changes in appetite
• Prostate cancer may involve changes in urination, discomfort, or difficulty urinating

✔ Attend regular check-ups
✔ Speak to your GP if something feels unusual
✔ Encourage loved ones to get checked

Our information board (pictured below) has lots of free resources and support for anyone affected whether you’re going through it yourself or supporting someone who is👇🏼

Located in our community living area upstairs📍

EASTER EGG APPEAL 2026🐣Together, we will be collecting eggs for families across Wigan Neonatal Unit & One Vision Studios...
23/03/2026

EASTER EGG APPEAL 2026🐣

Together, we will be collecting eggs for families across Wigan Neonatal Unit & One Vision Studios which is an Adult Education centre in Wigan.

We are very grateful for the support our patients provide for us each year and excited to do it all again.

Our deadline is short & sweet this year, please drop any donations before THURSDAY 2ND APRIL with reception 🐣🥰

🚲 Volunteer Opportunity – Clifton Street Bike Library🚲 Calling all local residents! We’re looking for a volunteer to hel...
16/03/2026

🚲 Volunteer Opportunity – Clifton Street Bike Library🚲

Calling all local residents! We’re looking for a volunteer to help open and run the Clifton Street Bike Library, an already established community resource.

📍 Family Hubs, Clifton Street
🗓 1st Thursday of every month
⏰ 2pm – 4pm

The long-term goal has always been for this to become a community-led Bike Library, helping local people access bikes and stay active. There will always be support from Be Well and the Communities Team to ensure the library continues to grow and be successful.

If you’re interested in volunteering or would like to find out more, please get in touch with Richard on Richard.Smith1@wigan.gov.uk

🌸 New Support Group at Armed Forces HQ🌸 A free monthly support group is available for female partners, carers, and famil...
13/03/2026

🌸 New Support Group at Armed Forces HQ🌸

A free monthly support group is available for female partners, carers, and family members of serving or ex-serving personnel, as well as female veterans.

The group focuses on peer support, self-care and personal growth, and takes place on the second Monday of each month.
🗓 Next session: Monday 13th April, 6pm–8pm.

Booking is essential – please see the poster for full details and contact information.

Want to find out more about Lyndsey's Community Link Worker role?On Thursday 19th March, there will be a 'Commmuni-tea' ...
12/03/2026

Want to find out more about Lyndsey's Community Link Worker role?

On Thursday 19th March, there will be a 'Commmuni-tea' Coffee Afternoon over at Clifton Street so you get the chance to meet Lyndsey and the team.

Along with free Coffee & Cake of course!🍰☕️ No appointment needed⬇️

Need a bit of help with technology? Come along to our Digital Drop in, held on the 1st Thursday of every month, 1pm–3pm....
05/02/2026

Need a bit of help with technology? Come along to our Digital Drop in, held on the 1st Thursday of every month, 1pm–3pm.

📍Community Living Area, Upper Ground Level, Chandler House

Our TechMates are on hand to offer basic digital support, whether that’s using your phone, tablet, or laptop. We can also help you sign up for AskMyGP and NHS appointments in a friendly, judgement-free way.

No booking needed – just drop in and have a chat! 😊

Address

Worsley Mesnes Health Centre, Poolstock Lane
Wigan
WN35HL

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+441942481531

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