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Welcome to the Beech Tree Surgery Patient Newsletter!

We’re delighted to introduce our brand new Beech Tree Surgery Patient Newsletter — your go-to source for updates, health tips, and everything happening at our practice.

Whether you're a long-time patient or newly registered, this newsletter is designed to keep you informed, empowered, and connected with your healthcare team.

You can view the newsletter by clicking here, or pick up a printed copy at reception.

🩺 What You Can Expect

Each edition will include:

• Practice News & Updates
  From new services to changes in opening hours, we’ll keep you in the loop.

• Health & Wellbeing Tips
  Seasonal advice, mental health resources, and lifestyle guidance to help you stay well.

• Meet the Team
  Get to know the friendly faces behind your care, from GPs to reception staff.

• Community Spotlight
  Highlights from local events, support groups, and initiatives that matter to you.

• Patient Voices
  We welcome your feedback, stories, and suggestions to help shape future care.

Thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to sharing more with you soon!

Tuesday 11 November is Armistice Day 2025

On 11th November, we mark Armistice Day, a time to remember the moment the guns fell silent in 1918, ending the First World War. At Beech Tree Surgery, we join the nation in paying tribute to all those who have served and sacrificed in conflicts past and present.

This day is not only about remembrance, but also reflection. Many of our patients, families, and staff have personal connections to the Armed Forces, whether through service, support roles, or family history. We honour their stories and recognise the ongoing impact of military service on physical and mental health.

If you or a loved one has served in the Armed Forces, please let our reception team know so we can ensure your records reflect this and tailor your care accordingly.

An HM Armed Forces Veteran Card is a way for patients to prove that they have served in the UK Armed Forces. The card can make it quicker and easier to access support and veterans’ services, and it’s free to apply. For more information, or to apply, please click here. 

Planned Closures in 2026

Beech Tree Surgery and it's branches, Riccall and Carlton, will be closing 1 afternoon each month for staff training and care improvement meetings. Please see the dates we will be closed for the afternoon over the next year:

2026

• Tuesday 20th January 2026
• Wednesday 18th February 2026
• Thursday 19th March 2026
• Tuesday 21st April 2026
• Wednesday 13th May 2026
• Thursday 18th June 2026
• Tuesday 14th July 2026
• Wednesday 19th August 2026
• Thursday 17th September 2026
• Tuesday 13th October 2026
• Wednesday 11th November 2026
• Thursday 3rd December 2026

To facilitate this we have condensed our existing lunch closures into these afternoons so we will no longer close our doors on a lunchtime Mon-Fri.

Planned Closures for the next 12 months

Beech Tree Surgery and it's branches, Riccall and Carlton, will be closing 1 afternoon each month for staff training and care improvement meetings. Please see the dates we will be closed for the afternoon over the next month:

2025

• Thursday 16th January 2025
• Tuesday 18th February 2025
• Wednesday 12th March 2025
• Thursday 10th April 2025*
• Tuesday 13th May 2025
• Wednesday 18th June 2025
• Thursday 17th July 2025
• Tuesday 19th August 2025
• Tuesday 16th September 2025
• Thursday 16th October 2025
• Wednesday 12th November 2025
• Wednesday 3rd December 2025

To facilitate this we have condensed our existing lunch closures into these afternoons so we will no longer close our doors on a lunchtime Mon-Fri.

*Please note that this schedule has been amended for the April 2025 closure from Tue 15th to Thu 10th - UPDATED 20th Februaury 2025

Armed Forces Veteran Friendly GP Practice

Beech Tree Surgery are proud to announce that we are an Armed Forces veteran friendly accredited GP practice.

This means that, as part of the health commitments of the Armed Forces Covenant, we have a dedicated clinician who has a specialist knowledge of military related health conditions and veteran specific health services. This is important in helping ex-forces to get the best care and treatment.

If you are ex-forces, please let your GP know to help ensure you are getting the best possible care. To find out more, please ask your nurse or GP, or head over to read more on our Services tab.