Outside of normal surgery hours please call NHS111 if you need medical help fast but are not in a life-threatening situation. The easy to remember, free to call number is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a week and is available for people who aren’t sure if they need to go to A&E, don’t have a GP to call or generally need reassurance and advice. For more information visit the NHS 111 website.
On dialling NHS 111 a team of fully trained advisers and experienced nurses will assess your condition and direct you to the local service that can help you best, when you need it.
Out-of-hours services are generally busy so please think carefully before asking to see a doctor and only do so if you genuinely cannot wait until the surgery re-opens.
In a genuine emergency you should call 999. Chest pains and / or shortness of breath constitute an emergency.