Windrush Medical Practice

01/05/2026

FREE Storage Boxes Available 🎁

We have a number of sturdy storage boxes looking for a new home!

Perfect for Yarn, Seeds, Toys and Crafts Supplies🧶🌱🧸🎨

Lightweight and practical, each box comes with a handle and label holder, ideal for keeping things organised.

Dimensions:
Length: 48cm external (36cm internal)
Width: 15cm
Depth: 14cm

📍 Collection only from the GP practice
(Located at the bottom of the stairs by the lifts)

First come, first served, feel free to pop in and take what you need!

30/04/2026

🚧 Important Patient Notice – Car Park Closure 🚧

Our patient car park will be closed on Tuesday 19th May 2026 while essential works take place.

During this time, patients are kindly asked to use alternative parking at:

-Marriotts Walk car park
-Woodford Way car park

Please note that a limited number of spaces will remain available on-site for patient transport and ambulance drop-offs only.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding while we carry out these important improvements.

Thank you for your understanding

30/04/2026

🌸 May Bank Holiday Information 🌸

The Windrush Medical Practice will be CLOSED on Monday 4th May 2026.

👉 Need medical help while we’re closed?

For urgent medical advice, please call NHS 111 or visit www.111.nhs.uk

In a medical emergency, please dial 999 immediately

We’ll reopen as normal on Tuesday 5th May 2026

🕒 Opening Hours

Windrush Medical Practice

• Monday – Thursday: 08:20 – 18:30
• Friday: 07:00 – 18:30

📞 Patient Services Telephone Lines
• Monday – Friday: 08:30 – 13:00, 14:00 – 18:00

Dispensary

• Monday – Friday: 08:30 – 13:00, 14:00 – 18:30

📞 Dispensary Telephone Lines
• Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 12:00, 14:00 – 17:00

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you have a lovely bank holiday! 🌸🌷

28/04/2026

Walking Together, Making a Difference 💙

Just 18 days to go and only £200 left to reach our target!

Our team is walking this May to support three incredible colleagues raising money for causes close to their hearts:

✨ Cancer Research UK
✨ Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK
✨ Penny Brohn UK

We’re so close, every donation, big or small, makes a real difference 💙

Thank you for your support!

💻 Donate: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/windrush-medical-practice-walk?utm_medium=CF&utm_source=CL
📖 Nick’s story: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/nicholas-thomas
❤️ BBC News: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgrzzejg42zo

23/04/2026

🌸 Spring COVID-19 Booster Now Available 💉

Eligible patients can now book their Spring COVID-19 booster.

Who is eligible?
✔️ Adults aged 75 and over
✔️ People who are immunosuppressed
✔️ Residents in care homes for older adults

How to book:
📱 Via the NHS App
📞 Or by calling the practice

The Spring booster helps top up your protection and reduces the risk of severe illness from COVID-19

If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or feel unwell on the day of your appointment, please rearrange your vaccination.

23/04/2026

We are currently experiencing a regional IT network issue that is affecting some of our practice systems ⚠️

This may lead to delays with:

Appointments 📅
Prescriptions 💊
Referrals 📄
Test results 🧪
Responses via telephone 📞
Online services 🌐

We appreciate your patience and understanding as our team works to resolve these challenges 🙏

20/04/2026

We are currently experiencing network issues which is causing us delays in triaging patients. Please bear with us while this issue is resolved.
Thank you for your patience.

26/03/2026

🌿 National Social Prescribing Day – Come and Meet Your Local Social Prescribers TODAY!

To mark the occasion, the AGE UK Social Prescribing team are today at the practice hosting an information drop-in session.

Social Prescribers help connect people with community activities, groups, and support services that can improve health and well being.

This informal drop-in session is a great opportunity to:

• 👋 Meet your local Social Prescribers
• 💬 Learn how social prescribing works
• 🌍 Discover community activities and support available locally

📅 Thursday 26th March 2026 - Today
⏰ 10:00am–1:00pm
📍 Windrush Medical Practice - Level 1 waiting room

20/03/2026

We understand that some patients may be concerned following recent reports of a meningitis (MenB) outbreak in Kent.

At present, our practice is not in the affected area, and we have not received any guidance to offer additional or emergency vaccination clinics locally.

However, we want to reassure you that:

• We review patient records to ensure anyone who is eligible or due for NHS vaccinations, including meningitis vaccines, is identified
• We will contact you directly if any action is required
• You may also be able to check your immunisation status via the NHS App

What should you be aware of?

Meningitis can develop quickly, so it’s important to know the symptoms. These may include:

• High temperature
• Severe headache
• Neck stiffness
• Sensitivity to light
• Drowsiness or confusion
• Vomiting
• A rash that does not fade when pressed

If you or your child develop symptoms and are concerned, please seek urgent medical advice by calling NHS 111 or 999 in an emergency.

For further information, please visit:

https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Thank you for your understanding and helping us keep our community safe.

10/03/2026

Walking Together, Making a Difference 💙

Our team are walking together In May 2026 to support three amazing colleagues taking on their own challenges, walks and marathons for causes close to their hearts.

✨ Cancer Research UK
✨ Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK
✨ Penny Brohn UK

Each person taking part in our practice charity walk have their own story and personal motivation, but as a team we’re proud to stand alongside them and support their efforts to make a difference.

If you’re able to support us, every donation, big or small, truly helps and is greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much for your kindness and support

💻 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/windrush-medical-practice-walk?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

📖 Read Nick Thomas’s story and support him directly: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/nicholas-thomas

❤️ BBC NEWS Nicks Story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgrzzejg42zo

10/03/2026

🌿 National Social Prescribing Day – Come and Meet Your Local Social Prescribers!

National Social Prescribing Day takes place on 26th March. To mark the occasion, the AGE UK Social Prescribing team will be here at the practice hosting an information drop-in session.

Social Prescribers help connect people with community activities, groups, and support services that can improve health and well being.

This informal drop-in session is a great opportunity to:

• 👋 Meet your local Social Prescribers
• 💬 Learn how social prescribing works
• 🌍 Discover community activities and support available locally

📅 Thursday 26th March 2-26
⏰ 10:00am–1:00pm
📍 Windrush Medical Practice - Level 1 waiting room

06/03/2026

After many years of dedicated service to our community, Dr Stephen Smith will be retiring from the practice on Friday 31st March 2026.

We would like to thank him for his commitment, care, and the difference he has made to so many of our patients over the years.

For more information about Dr Smith’s retirement, including important updates for patients, please visit our website:

https://www.windrushmedicalpractice.co.uk/news/a-message-from-dr-stephen-smith

Thank you for your continued support.

A message from Dr Stephen Smith