Ancoats Urban Village Medical Practice

27/06/2026

Today, on Armed Forces Day, we want to say thank you to everyone who has served, and to those who continue to serve our country with dedication and courage.

We are especially proud that our practice has a dedicated Veterans Lead who has served in the Armed Forces, bringing not only professional expertise but also a personal understanding of the unique experiences and needs of veterans. To make sure we offer you the best care under the armed forces covenant please do let us know to add this to your records. Just email [email protected]

To all serving personnel, veterans, reservists and military families, thank you for your service, your sacrifice and your commitment.

Happy Armed Forces Day. 🇬🇧

26/06/2026

Our superhero today came to visit just before lunch. Thank you Dave’s Ice Cream Ltd for your efforts and your ice cream. The team loved it!

24/06/2026

Can you help our friends at Barnabus?

The heat might feel enjoyable for many of us, but for people forced to live on the streets it can be exhausting and relentless. No cold showers. No air conditioning. No easy access to drinking water. No escape from the heat.

We urgently need donations of: Sun cream, sun hats and bottled water

Every donation helps us protect vulnerable people during the hottest weeks of the year.
Donate to Barnabus: https://www.barnabus.org/donate-items-online

24/06/2026

The practice is now closed for staff training.
Anything of an urgent nature, please contact NHS 111 and they will direct you to the most appropriate service.
The practice will be back open as normal tomorrow.

18/06/2026

It’s been a while since we’ve shown some of our local neighbours. The Geese and their brood (group of goslings)🪿🪿

*Shortly after this was taken one of our staff members and the Community receptionist was helping the Geese get back into the water as they jumped out and lost their way.

Thats one way to spend their lunch break 😂

17/06/2026

📢 Notice of Practice Half Day Closure 📢
The practice will be closed on 24th June from 12.30 till 18.30 for practice training.
Anything of an urgent nature whilst we are closed, please contact NHS 111 and they will direct you to the most appropriate service.

The practice will be back open as normal on 25th June at 8am.

15/06/2026

June 15th 1996 is a day that Manchester will never forget. On a busy sunny Saturday the IRA detonated a 1,500-kilogram (3,300 lb) lorry bomb on Corporation Street in the centre of town. It was the biggest bomb detonated in Great Britain since the Second World War.

At the time, we were hosting the Euro '96 football championships and a Russia vs. Germany match was scheduled to take place in Manchester the following day. The IRA sent telephoned warnings about 90 minutes before the bomb detonated. At least 75,000 people were evacuated, but the bomb squad were unable to defuse the bomb in time. More than 200 people were injured, but there were no fatalities. However many people still struggle with mental and physical effects of that day..
Manchester Talking therapies can be accessed on thee following website https://https://www.thebiglifegroup.com/service/?sc%5B%5D=308&sl=manchester&sr=-1 they can help you find ways to manage Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

The postbox was taken away during the redevelopment of the area and was returned to the spot in November 1999. It still stands there today

13/06/2026

If there was ever a day to try your first parkrun UK,next Saturday at Philips Park parkrun with The Body Coach Joe Wicks must be the day!

20th June 2026 - Brooks Running and Joe Wicks (The Body Coach) are visiting Philips Park parkrun!

Despite the roster looking full for next weekend, we are preparing for our busiest event of 2026 and REALLY need your help!

To ensure everyone’s experience is as smooth as possible, we would love to have additional marshals around the course, a couple of funnel managers, and additional tail walker.

The future 🦺 roster ⬇️
https://www.parkrun.org.uk/philipspark/futureroster/

If you’d like to volunteer, please comment or 📧 [email protected]

Thanks, Donna (a Joe Wicks fan, pic from Jan 2024)

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31/05/2026

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Want to find out more on how to use the app, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3L4LcDTEi4&list=PLnhASgDToTkuPtdsIVQStTmgo4Bij5T4k&index=2

30/05/2026

💙 Our team become Dementia Friends 💙

On Thursday afternoon, the practice held a half-day closure. During this time, our clinical team attended a session led by our GP, Dr Helen Martin, while our administrative team welcomed Dave, a Dementia Friends Ambassador from the Alzheimer's Society.

We are very grateful for the sessions delivered, as both teams gained valuable knowledge relevant to their roles within the practice.

During the session, our team learned five key messages from the Alzheimer's Society:
1. Dementia is not a natural part of ageing.
2. Dementia is caused by diseases of the brain.
3. Dementia is not just about losing your memory.
4. There is more to a person than the dementia.
5. A little understanding makes a big difference.

If you are affected by dementia, concerned about a potential diagnosis, or would like to learn more, you can contact the Alzheimer's Society on 0333 150 3456, email [email protected], or visit https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/getsupport.