Lostock Hall Medical Centre

10/09/2026

A reminder about our McMillan Coffee Morning here at the practice 10.30-1 next Tuesday (15 September). Do drop in or take part if you are in the practice. You can bring cakes and donate to a good cause. Or just follow the QR code below.

04/09/2026

Why not drop into the practice on Tuesday 15 September for a coffee/tea, cake and a chat and support a great cause.
If you would like to bake and donate a few cakes, you could bring them to the practice the day before (Monday) or on the day.
You can make donations to MacMillan in cash or through a QR code on the day

19/08/2026

The most dramatic event in local medical history has its centenary this October.

100 years ago this October saw the tragic death of Nora Marmion in Bamber Bridge, Preston and the resulting dramatic trial of two doctors that gripped the town and was followed in detail by local and national media. We will be discussing what happened in the lead up to the centenary.

11/08/2026

Interesting development

The announcement of new 24/7 neighbourhood mental health centres is a very welcome step for a mental health system under sustained pressure. 💙
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CEO, David Dunwell comments, "The scale of investment into community-based mental health support represents an important opportunity to shift more care towards earlier help, prevention and local access. If implemented well, these centres could help people get the right advice, support and connection before they reach crisis point."
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Lancashire Mind is actively working with NHS colleagues to support the design and implementation of the Lancashire centres, and we plan to be involved from the outset.
We hope they will become trusted, accessible places where people can find help close to home, in a way that aligns closely with our mission to connect, support and change minds.

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

11/08/2026

See how opening hours have changed since 1905!

Dardsley the home now of Lostock Hall Medical Centre was for 62 years from 1886 the family home and practice of Dr Thomas Sharples and then of his son Dr Sydney Sharples.
This doctor's bill of 1905 provided by a current patient Graham from his family, makes clear that prior to 1948 medical services were all private. £1 10 shillings and 6 pence for services provided to Thomas Rawcliffe.
The bill also documents the opening hours of the practice: to 10 o'clock, 2 to 3 o'clock, 7 to 8 o'clock, Sundays 9 to 10 o'clock.
There would also have been a busy home visit schedule in a horse and cart for the wealthy patients.

30/07/2026

Another fantastic World Cup colouring artwork - by Marek! On display in our Waiting Room. Thanks again to the Patient Forum for organising.

25/07/2026

Well done Bobbie, Jack, Clara, Ivanah, Ava, Violet for their World Cup themed colourings!!! They will also be on display in the Waiting Room. Well done the Patient Forum for this lovely idea

26/06/2026

Do come along and look out for Dr Craven!

We're delighted to invite you to our FREE Women's Health & Wellbeing Event, delivered in partnership with Healthwatch Lancashire - a relaxed, welcoming morning dedicated entirely to your health, wellbeing and connection 🩵

Whether you come alone or bring a friend, you'll be warmly welcomed. There's no need to be an expert, no pressure and absolutely no cost - just a friendly, inclusive space to invest a little time in yourself.

📆 Saturday 27th June 2026 at 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍Lancashire Women, Level 1, Norwest Court, Guildhall Street, Preston PR1 3NU

Register your place: https://lancashirewomen.org/project/womens-health-wellbeing-event/

We'd love to see you there!

06/06/2026

MANY THANKS for text responses to request for feedback from those who attended the practice in May. 97% rated us as Very Good or Good. Here are screenshots of some of the lovely comments that we have shared with the team. We value the critical comments too as they help us look for further improvements. We know you would like your time waiting after arrival to be shorter. We do try but also need to make sure everybody receives the time they need.

05/06/2026

With the WORLD CUP starting next week, whether you will be doing your best to avoid it, will be glued to the screen or you will be inspired to have a kick around in the park …
The Patient Forum has provided some football themed colouring sheets for children.
Enjoy!
Goal!!!!!