Friends of Combe Down Surgery
Are you registered with Combe Down Surgery?
If so, do you know about The Friends of Combe Down Surgery?
We are a fundraising group which was set up in 1999, to raise funds to purchase equipment, etc. to assist in the smooth running of both the Main Surgery in Combe Down, and the Branch Surgery in Odd Down.
We hold regular fund raising events at Combe Down Surgery and have purchased and continue to fund a Peugeot Montana, which has a ramp and wheelchair access. This vehicle is used five days a week to get elderly and infirm patients to and from their appointments at either Surgery. We are very fortunate to have a team of volunteer drivers and are grateful to Combe Down Garage for sponsoring the servicing, etc. of the vehicle. We ask for a small donation from the patients using the vehicle.
In the last year we have purchased a Doppler machine, phlebotomy chair, otoscope and ECG system all of which improve the service the surgery can offer to patients. Further purchases are planned.
Become a Member
Membership of The Friends is a minimum of £10.00 per person annually. Members receive a Newsletter every few months, letting them know about future events.
If you would like to become a Friend, membership forms are available at both Surgeries.
You can download a membership form here
The Friends of Combe Down Minibus Service
Struggling to get to appointments? We're here to help!
The Friends of Combe Down provide a door to door minibus service for elderly and vulnerable patients to help them get to their appointments.
Service Days & Locations:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: Combe Down Surgery
Tuesday: Odd Down Surgery
Appointment Times:
Available from 09:45 to 11:00
Cost:
A small donation of £5 for a return journey. All donations go to The Friends of Combe Down Surgery.
Upcoming Events
Our next event is the Summer fayre Saturday 21st June 2025
Upcoming Events: Autumn Fayre: Saturday 27th September 2025
Latest Information
Annual General Meeting:
Newsletter:
Contact Information
Janet Read (Honorary Secretary)
Email: janetread137@gmail.com
Phone: 07890 995356
Charity No. 1109889