Sherrington Park Medical Practice

02/09/2026

📊 August Appointment Utilisation

We’re sharing a look at how our appointments were used throughout August.

During August, our clinical team had 1,729 appointment slots available, with 1,555 appointments used — meaning around 90% of available appointments were utilised. 👏

📅 1,555 appointments were used.
❌ 66 appointments were not attended (DNA).
📞 114 appointments were cancelled.

Thank you to everyone who attended their appointments and let us know when they were unable to attend.

💙 Please remember: If you can no longer attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible. This allows us to offer the appointment to another patient and helps us make the best use of our appointment capacity.

Every appointment matters.

01/09/2026

Brain Health Hub in support of Alzheimer's Society and Thriving Nottingham

📍- ICCA 99 Hucknall Road, Carrington, Nottingham NG5 1QZ
⏰- 10:30 to 12:30 every second Wednesday of the month:
2026 📆
9th Sept.
14th Oct.
11th Nov.
9th Dec
2027 📆
10th Feb
13th Jan

For more information, please read the poster. Thank you. 🙏

28/08/2026

📢 Bank Holiday Reminder – Practice Closure 📢

Please note that the practice will be closed on Monday 31 August for the Bank Holiday and will reopen as usual on Tuesday 1 September.

🏥 Need medical help while we are closed?
• Visit NHS 111 online at 111.nhs.uk for advice and support.
• Call 111 if you need urgent medical advice and are unsure what to do.
• Contact your local pharmacy for advice on minor illnesses and over-the-counter treatments.

🚨 In a life-threatening emergency, such as chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke, or severe bleeding, please call 999 or attend A&E immediately.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you have a safe and enjoyable Bank Holiday weekend. 💙

25/08/2026

🍂 GET READY FOR AUTUMN – LOOK AFTER YOUR HEALTH THIS SEASON 🍂

As the days become cooler and autumn approaches, now is a good time to start preparing for the colder months and taking a few simple steps to help keep yourself and your family well. 💚

💉 FLU VACCINATIONS

Our flu vaccination programme will be running again this year, as it does every year.

If you are eligible for a free NHS flu vaccination, you will receive an invitation from us in due course with information about how to arrange your vaccination.

The 2026/27 NHS flu programme begins from 1 September for children, pregnant women and some eligible adults, with other eligible groups starting from 1 October.

👉 Find out more about who is eligible and why the flu vaccine is important: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vaccine/

👧 FLU VACCINES FOR CHILDREN

As mentioned in our previous post, children registered with our practice will have their flu vaccinations offered at Tudor House Medical Practice.

Please see our page for the previous post, which contains further information about the children's flu vaccination programme and who is eligible.

You can also find the latest NHS information here: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

🩺 OTHER WAYS TO PREPARE FOR AUTUMN

💊 Check your medicines.
Make sure you have enough of your regular medication and order repeat prescriptions in good time. Don't wait until you run out.

🧴 Check your winter vaccinations.
Depending on your age, health or circumstances, you may also be eligible for other NHS vaccinations, including COVID-19, RSV or pneumococcal vaccination.

🏠 Get your home ready for colder weather.
Check your heating is working properly and make sure your home is warm enough. NHS advice recommends keeping rooms you regularly use at around 18°C or warmer, particularly if you have a health condition.

🧼 Help prevent the spread of winter illnesses.
Regularly wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow, and dispose of tissues promptly. If you are unwell with a high temperature or do not feel well enough to carry out your usual activities, try to stay at home and avoid contact with others.

👵 Look out for others.
Older people, young children, pregnant women and people living with long-term health conditions can be more vulnerable during the colder months. A quick check-in with a friend, family member or neighbour can make a big difference.

🧠 Look after your mental wellbeing too.
Shorter days, colder weather and less time outdoors can affect how we feel. Try to stay connected with others, keep active where possible and make time for activities you enjoy.

📱 Know where to get help
Remember, your GP practice is not always the most appropriate service for minor illnesses. Your local pharmacist can provide advice and treatment for many common conditions, while NHS 111 can help if you need urgent medical advice and are unsure where to go.

👉 Find more advice on staying well during the colder months: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/keep-warm-keep-well/

🍁 A little preparation now can help you stay healthier and better prepared throughout autumn and winter.

Keep an eye on our page and website for further updates about our flu vaccination programme and autumn/winter health advice. 💚

18/08/2026

There's still plenty of summer left to get moving! ☀️

As part of East Midlands Combined County Authority Mayor Claire's Summer of Sport, we're highlighting the range of FREE physical activity programmes available through Thriving Nottingham.

Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, meet new people, or simply try something new, we've got something for everyone. From chair yoga, to walking netball, to circuit classes, there's still time to get involved this summer.

Sign up today via the link in our bio and we'll help find the right activity for you 💛

13/08/2026

12/08/2026

💙 Your Feedback Matters! 💙

We’ve been taking a look at your recent Friends & Family Test feedback, and we’re delighted to share that 97% of responses rated their experience with us as either “Very Good” or “Good”! 🌟

📊 Your ratings:
🌟 Very Good – 150
👍 Good – 14
➖ Neither Good nor Poor – 1
👎 Poor – 2
👎 Very Poor – 2

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to complete the survey and share your experience with us. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to the whole team. 💙

We’ve received some fantastic comments, including:

💬 “I was listened to & received excellent care.”

💬 “All staff at Sherrington Park are very friendly and efficient. GP listens and is reassuring.”

💬 “Always super good service from reception to being seen by the doctor or the nurses. I am so grateful for being at this practice.”

💬 “I feel lucky to be a patient here.”

💬 “Prompt, friendly, efficient.”

💬 “Always feel well looked after at this surgery. Thank you.”

💬 “Sherrington Park Surgery always provides an exemplary service.”

💬 “Punctual, friendly and efficient – you can’t really ask for more than that.” 😊

We’re also really grateful for the individual members of our team who have been mentioned by name, with patients highlighting the kindness, professionalism, reassurance and care provided by our reception, nursing, pharmacy and GP teams. 🩺💙

We know that not every experience has been perfect, and we have also received constructive feedback around appointment waiting times, communication and individual experiences. We take all feedback seriously and use it to help us improve.

👏 Thank you for helping us to keep doing what we do and for letting us know where we can do better.

If you receive a Friends & Family Test following your appointment, please take a couple of minutes to complete it. Your feedback really does make a difference! 💙

11/08/2026

☀️ AMBER HEAT-HEALTH ALERT – PLEASE TAKE CARE ☀️

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an Amber Heat-Health Alert for the East Midlands, including Nottinghamshire.

The alert is in place from 9am Tuesday, 11 August, until 9pm. Friday, 14 August

High temperatures can affect everyone, but older people, babies and young children, pregnant women, and people with long-term health conditions can be particularly vulnerable.

💧 Keep yourself safe in the heat:
• Drink plenty of fluids, and don’t wait until you feel thirsty.
• Try to keep your home as cool as possible – close curtains or blinds during the hottest part of the day
• Avoid spending long periods in direct sunlight, particularly around the middle of the day.
• Wear loose, light-coloured clothing and use sunscreen
• Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day
• Check on older or vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours
• Never leave babies, children, older people or pets in a parked vehicle

⚠️ Know the signs of heat exhaustion: heavy sweating, dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, cramps and feeling very thirsty.

If someone becomes confused, has a seizure, loses consciousness or has very hot skin and is not sweating, call 999 immediately as this may be heatstroke.

Please take care of yourself and those around you during the hot weather. ❤️

For more information and advice, visit the NHS website or the UKHSA heat-health guidance.

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11/08/2026

💉 CHILDREN’S FLU VACCINATION CLINICS 2026 👧🧒

If your child is aged 2–3 years and registered with Sherrington Park Medical Practice, they are eligible to attend the upcoming children’s flu vaccination clinics.

📅 No appointment is needed!
➡️ These clinics are DROP-IN ONLY, so simply attend during the clinic times.

Please note that Sherrington Park Medical Practice is NOT hosting these clinics — they are being held elsewhere for children registered with participating GP practices, including our patients.

All clinics are on Saturdays at 9am - 12pm at the following locations:
📍 Tudor House Medical Practice, NG5 3HU - 12th September
📍 The Alice Medical Centre, NG5 5HW - 19th September
📍 Sherwood Rise Medical Centre, NG7 7AD - 26th September

💙 Protect your child this winter and make sure they get their flu vaccination. Thank you