Welby Practice

26/08/2026

Summer Bank Holiday – Monday 31 August 🌞

With the Summer Bank Holiday approaching, we wanted to remind our patients that our practices will be closed on Monday 31 August.

If you need help with a minor illness or condition, local pharmacies will be offering the NHS Pharmacy First service, where you can receive advice and treatment for a range of common conditions without needing to see a GP.

A number of pharmacies across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire will also be open on the Bank Holiday:

📍 LINCOLNSHIRE

• Rowlands Pharmacy, Hawthorn Road, Skegness – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, 11 High Street, Sutton-on-Sea – 10:00–12:00
• Knight Street Pharmacy, Pinchbeck – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Carlton Centre, Lincoln – 14:00–16:00
• Tritton Pharmacy, Tritton Road, Lincoln – 10:00–12:00
• Newmarket Pharmacy, Louth – 10:00–12:00
• Lincoln Co-op Chemists, Vanessa Drive, Gainsborough – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, High Street, Grantham – 10:00–12:00
• Boston Pharmacy, South Square, Boston – 14:00–16:00
• Superdrug, High Street, Stamford – 10:00–12:00
• Tesco Pharmacy, Northgate, Sleaford – 14:00–16:00

📍 LEICESTERSHIRE & RUTLAND

• Countesthorpe Chemist, Countesthorpe – 10:00–12:00
• HMS Pharmacy, Loughborough – 10:00–12:00
• Mistry Pharmacy, Market Harborough – 10:00–12:00
• Bosworth Pharmacy, Market Bosworth – 14:00–16:00
• Vision Pharmacy, Leicester – 14:00–16:00
• Blackbird Pharmacy, Leicester – 14:00–16:00
• Allied Pharmacy, Melton Mowbray – 10:00–12:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Ashby-de-la-Zouch – 14:00–16:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Oadby – 14:00–16:00
• Rutland Late Night Pharmacy, Oakham – 10:00–12:00

📍 NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

• Boots Pharmacy, Victoria Centre, Nottingham – 10:00–12:00
• Evans Pharmacy, Newark – 14:00–16:00
• Trust Pharmacy, QMC, Nottingham – 10:00–12:00
• Forest Pharmacy, Arnold – 14:00–16:00
• Boots, Idlewells Shopping Centre, Sutton-in-Ashfield – 10:00–12:00
• Orchard Pharmacy, Mansfield – 14:00–16:00
• Worksop Pharmacy, Prospect Precinct – 10:00–12:00
• Tesco Pharmacy, Mansfield – 10:00–16:00
• Retford Pharmacy, Riverside Health Centre – 10:00–12:00
• Dragon Retail, Farnsfield – 14:00–16:00
• Boots, Giltbrook Retail Park – 09:00–18:00
• Boots Pharmacy, Arnold – 10:00–15:00
• J K Pharmaceuticals, Mansfield Road, Nottingham – 10:00–16:00
• Asda Pharmacy, Arnold – 10:00–16:00

Please check the pharmacy's opening hours before travelling, as Bank Holiday opening times can change.

💊 Pharmacy First
Pharmacists can provide advice and treatment for a number of common conditions through the NHS Pharmacy First service.

☎️ NHS 111
If you need urgent medical advice when our practices are closed, please contact NHS 111 online or by telephone. They can advise you on the most appropriate service for your needs.

🚑 A&E / Urgent Treatment Centre
For urgent medical attention, you can attend your nearest A&E or Urgent Treatment Centre. Please only attend A&E for serious or life-threatening emergencies.

If you have a life-threatening emergency, call 999.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Bank Holiday. 💚

17/08/2026

Dear patients,

Due to illness, the Waltham reception will close at 15:30 on Monday.

The dispensary will remain open as normal, and all scheduled appointments will continue to take place as planned.

Thank you for your understanding.

11/08/2026

Dear Patients,

We are experiencing reduced staffing levels today, and our telephone lines may take longer than usual to answer.

Please be assured that our team is working hard to answer every call as quickly as possible. We sincerely apologise for any delays and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we support everyone who needs us.

Thank you for bearing with us.
The Welby Practice

07/08/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DSp4jRWgH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Introducing the new Grantham Menopause Café organised by our Trailblazer fellow Dr Angela Esiwe.

All welcome - please do share with colleagues and patients.

05/08/2026

🌸 Our Waltham planters are looking absolutely lovely! 🌸

A splash of colour can make such a difference, and these beautiful blooms are helping brighten the entrance for everyone visiting us. A big thank you to our staff who help keep them looking so wonderful – your efforts are truly appreciated. 🌺🌼

We hope they bring a smile to your face as they have to ours. 💐

31/07/2026

Dear Patients, Due to staff illness, we are experiencing reduced staffing levels today, and our telephone lines may take longer than usual to answer.

Please be assured that our team is working hard to answer every call as quickly as possible. We sincerely apologise for any delays and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we support everyone who needs us.

Thank you for bearing with us.

30/07/2026

📞 **Please Bear With Us**

Due to staff illness, our telephone lines are currently busier than usual, and calls may take longer to answer.

Our team is working hard to assist everyone as quickly as possible, and we appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Thank you for bearing with us.

30/07/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring! Receptionist/Administrator 🌟

Join our friendly team at The Welby Practice across Bottesford, Harlaxton & Waltham 💙

👩‍⚕️ Patient-facing role
📂 Admin & appointment management
⏰ Full-time or 2 part-time applicants considered, Mon–Fri

💡 Perks: NHS Pension, 28 days leave + bank holidays, free parking & a supportive team

🚗 Own transport essential

👉 Apply here: https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=0825f26d-d5f6-4775-a0fa-5c446ef0ca0e

📧 [email protected]

27/07/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring: Nurse Associate 🌟

Are you a passionate Nursing Associate looking for a rewarding role in primary care?

We’re looking for an experienced Registered Nursing Associate to join our friendly team at The Welby Practice, Bottesford.

📍 Monday–Friday | 08:00–18:30
⏰ Full-time and part-time applicants welcome

You’ll work alongside our supportive multidisciplinary team, helping deliver high-quality patient care, including supporting immunisations, cervical screening, long-term condition management, health reviews and more.

What we offer:
✨ Competitive salary
✨ NHS Pension scheme
✨ 36 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
✨ Indemnity cover
✨ Free parking
✨ Supportive team environment

If you have primary care experience and want to make a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply here: https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=dcfe2be4-3e78-46dc-8fd8-cc6b893c36f8

23/07/2026

We're recruiting!

Are you a GP looking for a supportive team where you can focus on patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance?

We're looking for a Salaried GP to join the Welby Group for up to 6 sessions per week, working:

📍 Mondays – Swingbridge Surgery
📍 Thursdays & Fridays – The Welby Practice

What we offer:
• £11,000 per session (uplifted after successful completion of probation)
• 26 patient appointments per day
• Protected CPD time
• Daily 40-minute clinical discussion over coffee
• Dedicated Mental Health workload team
• Strong operational and administrative support
• NHS Pension, indemnity cover and excellent career development opportunities

If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, supportive organisation that genuinely values its clinicians, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here:
https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=a58f0c29-137c-4574-ae51-00e6ebb194db

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