You will always have 24-hour access to a health care professional. Out-of-hours cover is provided by a deputising service, Go to Doc, that is commissioned by the Primary Care Trust. Your problem may be dealt with over the phone, you may be asked to visit one of the out-of-hours centres or a doctor may visit your home. Please ring 862305 and you will be connected to the out-of-hours provider or you may ring 0161 336 3252 directly. Alternatively you can attend any of the Walk-in centres.

If you are confronted by a serious problem such as severe chest pain or severe bleeding, call an ambulance (tel: 999) before calling the surgery.

Ambulance Booking
Please try to arrange for a relative or friend to take you to hospital appointments wherever possible. Remember that ambulances are not taxis. If you need an ambulance because of your medical condition, please telephone 0844 811 1020. This is your local patient Assessment Booking and Choice Service and your transport can be arranged through them.

NHS Direct
If you need medical advice when the practice is closed or at any time, you may phone NHS Direct 0845 4647 or visit their website on www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.