Village medical centre to open

Penkridge's long awaited state-of-the-art new medical centre is set to be unveiled next week.

Finishing touches are currently being made to the two-storey facility off Pinfold Lane which has been 15 years in the planning.

Doctors say the overall service for patients is also set to be reviewed with better facilities, access to more treatments and possibly more flexible consulting hours, once the new practice is up and running.

Patients will attend appointments at the new Penkridge Medical Practice from 10am next Tuesday, May 8.

The doctors have spent more than 15 years searching for a suitable spot to relocate as their current surgery at St Michael's Road is outdated and inadequate.

Senior partner Dr Tony Grocott said the new facility will allow them to offer increased services, more flexibility and better training for up-and-coming GPs. He said: "We are very excited about the move, it has been a long time coming."

Dr Grocott said the current centre has five consulting rooms for seven doctors whereas the new facility boasts 10.

Two open evenings have been arranged for patients wanting a guided tour. These will be held on Wednesday, May 30, and Tuesday, June 5 both at 7.30pm – 8.30pm.