When We Are Closed
Urgent Problems - Evenings & Weekends
Dial 01256 399710, have a pen and paper ready and listen to the whole of the message. The message will give you the number of the doctor on call or Hantsdoc on
01189 365592.
Hantsdoc is the out of hours provider which operates between 6.30pm and 8am Monday to Friday and from 6.30pm Friday to 8am Monday at weekends.
All out of hours cover is for emergencies only.
NHS Direct
In the case of urgent need when the practice is closed you can call
NHS Direct (0845 4647) to speak to a triage nurse. Your needs will be assessed and advice offered or arrangements made for you to see a doctor.
Please do not ask to see a doctor out of hours unless you genuinely cannot wait until the surgery re-opens.
Call 999 in an emergency. Chest pains and / or shortness of breath constitute an emergency.