If you know of links, either NHS or other, that you think people would find useful, pleaselet us know.

NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE

www.nhs.uk/

North Lancashire Primary Care Trust
Morecambe Bay Health Authority ceased to exist as from 31 March 2002. Morecambe Bay Primary Care Trust replaced it but was itself replaced late in 2006.
North Lancashire Primary Care Trust is the current incarnation for this area, which got off to an unhealthy start with a directive to save £11.8 million over 2006/7.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Health Trust
Aka Morecambe Bay Health Trust - covers hospital services.

BAYCALL - Morecambe Bay Primary Care Trust Service for people who need a GP outside their doctor's surgery opening hours. To contact a GP outside surgery hours, you can call through your own Doctor's surgery of phone this service direct.
Tel: 0845 0524999
Hearing impaired (Typetalk) tel: 18001 01539 718999

CAST
Community AIDS Support Team in Lancashire.
Social Services (HIV Worker):
01524 585521

Morecambe Bay Cancer Information: A Guide for Patients and Carers (pdf download)
If you, your relative or your friend has been diagnosed with cancer it can be a very difficult time. What does living with cancer mean? What happens next? Who can help? Where to get advice and support? This leaflet is a guide to local services.

Specialist Nursing Services (HIV/AIDS/Sexual Health).
Tel: 01524 846752

NHS Direct
Tel. 0845 46 47
for general medical advice and health-related queries.

Prostate Cancer Confidential Information + Helpline
Tel: 0845 300 8383

Smoking Cessation Service
For help to stop smoking you can contact this service through your GP or Tel: 01524 845145.
Morecambe & Heysham Quit Smoking Info-line tel: 01524 833532. Carnforth: 01524 738914.
(Good Luck - I quit in '99 after 26 years - best thing I ever did)

GP PRACTICES

The King Street & University Medical Practice
Established in 1927, the King Street Medical Practice is the largest practice in Lancaster with nearly 20,000 patients. We practice from two sites, one in the centre of the city and one on the campus of Lancaster University.
King Street Surgery, Lancaster: Open Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm
Bailrigg Health Centre, Lancaster University:
Open Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm
Tel: 01524 32294

Morecambe Health Centre
Hanover Street, Morecambe.
Telephone during Surgery Hours: 01524 418418
Out of Hours: 01524 418343. Fax: 01524 832584
Open: Mon - Fri: 8am to 6pm. Sat: 8am to 12pm

Strawberry Gardens Medical Practice
377 Heysham Road, Heysham, Morecambe, LA3 2BP
tel: 01524 850999
fax: 01524 855688
Open 8am - 6.30pm Monday to Friday

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OTHER ALTERNATIVE / COMPLEMENTARY / MEDICAL
HEALTH CENTRES / clINICS & AGENCIES

The Acupuncture Clinic
Harpers Mill, White Cross, Lancaster, LA1 4XQ.
Tel 01524 388837. Mob 07912282670
Email: penny@the-acupuncture-clinic.co.uk
Penny Towler has opened her new acupuncture clinic in central Lancaster. The practice is large, warm and light, has disabled access and good parking facilities.
Penny is BSc (Hons) Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture); Member of the British Acupuncture Council (MBAcC) and a Registered General Nurse (RGN) who had over 20 years in the nursing profession.
Penny may also use massage, acupressure, moxibustion, (application of warmth), cupping (the application of suction), electro-acupuncture, or ear seeds.
Acupuncture for facial revitalisation is also available. A 15 minute consultation (free) is compulsory before booking this.
Continuing to practise at the Holistic Centre, Middleton, also.

Bashful Alley Centre
Bashful Alley (Off King St), Lancaster. Tel: 01524 844299
Therapy and wellbeing centre has a range of session rooms for groups / individual practitioners to hire.

Castle View Clinic
7 Rydal Road, Lancaster LA1 3HA
Tel: 01524 67707
A friendly, family-run health centre specialising in the treatment of illness using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The clinic is run by Cathy and Mark Chapman.
Mark holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Biomedical Science and TCM. He is also a qualified MD from Beijing's School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has worked and studied extensively in clinics and hospitals in the UK and China. Mark predominantly uses herbal medicines and acupuncture to treat a wide range of internal illnesses.
Cathy has been a therapist since 1998 and has a BSc in TCM as well as diplomas in Massage and Aromatherapy. She is also a member of the British Acupuncture Council.

Dacrelands Clinic
Tel: (01524) 69864 or 39450. Fax 01524 848155
e-mail charles@dcrelands.co.uk
Aldrens Lane, Skerton, Lancaster. Tel : (01524) 39450 (Corner of Aldrens Lane and Owen Road (Skerton Triangle)
Founded in 1989, the Clinic rapidly became established in the community and now has a large team of qualified and registered practitioners.
Therapies include: Alexander Technique; Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine; Aromatherapy; Bach Flower Remedies; Bowen Therapy; Buteyko (Breathing for Asthma); Chiropody; Homoeopathy; Hypnotherapy; Medical Herbalism; Osteopathy; Psychotherapy; Reflexology; Remedial Massage; Sports Therapy; Touch Healing.
Open between 9.00am. and 6.00pm. Monday to Friday, although individual practitioners may have differing working times. Reception is closed between 1.00pm and 2.00pm. Also open on Saturday mornings.

East-West House
29 Blades st. Lancaster. Tel 01524 64258.
Therapies at East west house are Shiatsu, acupuncture, homeopathy and counselling.
Therapy rooms are available at £6 an hour.
For more information and enquiries about room rental contact jude.pereles@btinternet.com.

Healing Hands Wellbeing Centre
14 Owen Rd, Lancaster, LA1 2AR
Tel: 01524 848483.
A range of massage treatments, plus beauty treatments and waxing.

h.u.s.h
(helping u stay happy)
h.u.s.h offers a range of holistic treatments promoting happiness and well-being, all in the comfort of your own home. We can create the atmosphere of your choice from relaxing to rejuvenating through the use of oils, music and candles. All you need is your bathrobe or some comfy clothes and space for the therapy couch; h.u.s.h will do the rest! A thorough consultation will enable us to provide you with the best possible treatment.
We offer a flexible service enabling you to book treatments in the evenings or at weekends – whenever is best for you. If you do not have space in your home for the massage couch, treatments can take place at a Lancaster therapy centre.
Treatments include Aromatherapy, Swedish and Thai Massage, as well as workplace therapies and Pamper Parties.
For more information contact Christine on 01524 415888 / 07948 619836 or email info@hushhappy.co.uk

The Holistic Centre
Borans Lane, Middleton Road, Middleton.
tel: 01524 853553.
(part of Primrose House Trust, a charity for young people with profound physical + learning disabilities and their carers.) The centre caters for disabled as well as able-bodied people with classes in Meditation, Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Alexander Technique, + energy management courses.

Lune Chinese Medicine
Herbal Medicine - Acupuncture - Massage
2A China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX
Tel: 01524 67938 Email: lune-cm@hotmail.co.uk
Professionally registered practitioner with 20 years experience in treating a wide range of conditions.
Provide professional services of acupuncture, massage and herbal remedies to the community.

Morecambe Bay Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
Highfield Crescent, Morecambe LA4 4DH.
Tel: 01524 426964
The clinic specialises in the assessment and treatment of spinal conditions, joint problems and sports injuries.
Muscle imbalance and movement problems are treated using manual techniques and are complemented by rehabilitation programs and/or exercises prescribed for the patients to do at home.. Approximately 95% of injuries are related to soft tissue damage. With correct use of stretching and myofascial/neural release, proprioceptiive training, muscle conditioning, and physical exercise it is possible to restore normal function. The practice is approved by BUPA, AXA PPP and all major insurance companies.

St John's Hospice
Slyne Road, Lancaster LA2 6AW. Tel: 01524 382538
The hospice is housed in a modern purpose built building and set in extensive beautiful and peaceful grounds on the Northernern edge of Lancaster. We have 21 beds for inpatients and provide up to 45 day care places each week and hold palliative out patients' clinics. Our aim is to provide a holistic support for patients, their families and carers. To do
this, as well as our doctors and nurses, we provide physiotherapy, occupational therapy, spiritual, bereavement and social work support. Although based in Lancaster we welcome referrals from GPs from Garstang to Ambleside. We work closely with all other cancer and palliative services in
the area. To find out more visit us at www.sjhospice.org.uk.

Verdant Clinic of Herbal Medicine
23 Stirling Road, Lancaster.
Tel: 01524 36067. Email: tiki.hurley@virgin.net
Providing consultations with fully qualified Medical Herbalist
Tiki Hurley.

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PRACTITIONERS OF ALTERNATIVE / COMPLEMENTARY / MEDICAL TECHNIQUES FOR HEALTH & WELLBEING

Dave Allaway
Certified Trainer of NLP, consultant, coach, and therapist.
What I do:
Executive coaching is a medium-term close relationship between Dave and you, to enable you to avoid those old pitfalls and generate exciting opportunities for enhancing your professional life.
Life coaching is a means of developing a close working
relationship to enable you to find out who you are, what you want out of life, and how you can get there.
Solution-focussed therapy. For many reasons we sometimes find ourselves at the end or our tether, or, in some way, “stuck”. Simply put, we run out of choices in how to change how we think or act. Utilising both NLP and hypnotherapy, Dave actively works to take you to your own desires.
Whichever 1:1 relationship you wish to build, Dave draws on a variety of skills, backed up by a deep belief in the value of human life and each person's right to enjoy contributing to the human endeavour.
Depthfour Ltd, 3.3.1 Storey House, White Cross, Lancaster.
LA1 2AJ. Tel: 01524 847070

Carol Bean
Flow Therapies
Flow is an holistic approach to well-being that addresses the whole individual, each with our own many moods, hopes and dreams, abilities and limitations. Flow treatments are individually designed to address these various aspects of ourselves with a warm and caring attitude always at the heart.
Flow offers Indian Head Massage, Swedish Body Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Reiki treatments, Deep Tissue Massage and Hopi Ear Candle Therapy. I am based in central Lancaster and offer both home-based treatments and a community/workplace practice. For more information Tel: 07840275536,
email mail@flowtherapies.co.uk or visit www.flowtherapies.co.uk.

Sarah Blackler, Counsellor
17, Belle Vue Terrace, Greaves Rd, Lancaster,
Lancashire, LA1 4TY
Tel: 01524 555816
Experienced and qualified professional counsellor offers confidential counselling with a wide variety of personal and relationship problems. For more information visit www.lancaster.counselling.co.uk 

Alex Burch
Morecambe Bay Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
Highfield Crescent, Morecambe LA4 4DH.
Tel: 01524 426964
The clinic specialises in the assessment and treatment of spinal conditions, joint problems and sports injuries.
Muscle imbalance and movement problems are treated using manual techniques and are complemented by rehabilitation programs and/or exercises prescribed for the patients to do at home.. Approximately 95% of injuries are related to soft tissue damage. With correct use of stretching and myofascial/neural release, proprioceptiive training, muscle conditioning, and physical exercise it is possible to restore normal function. The practice is approved by BUPA, AXA PPP and all major insurance companies.

Mary Dowson,
Remedial Massage
The Treatment Room, Hindburn Cottage, Wray, Lancs. Tel: 015242 21147

Rebecca Field LNWCH Homeopath
Licensed Homeopath working in clinics in Lancaster and Ambleside. 
"Homeopathy is a safe and effective medicine that recognizes you as an individual and stimulates your body to heal itself.  Homeopathy can be used to treat a wide range of conditions, be they physical or emotional.  Chronic fatigue, insomnia, stress, grief, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, menopause symptoms, eczema, asthma, chronic colds, injuries, etc. can all be helped with Homeopathy."
She also runs regular First Aid and Introduction to Homeopathy courses. 
For information on consultations, courses, or homeopathy in general, tel: 015394 44338 or email: becs@homeopathy-site.co.uk.  The website: www.homeopathy-site.co.uk has further information about Homeopathy.

Elsa Fuster-Mears
Yoga
Scheduled courses with weekly classes in Bentham and Hornby including 'Yoga for Pregnancy' and 'Yoga for Back Pain'
Tel: 015242 21806. See www.yoga4all.co.uk.

Sue Garner
Yoga Classes, Courses, Workshops and Individual Tuition.
Mondays 5.30 - 7.00pm (Dynamic) Termly course or drop-in (if space) Lancaster University Sports Centre (01524 594000)
Mondays 8.00 - 9.30pm (Beginners Plus) Termly course only
The Adult College, Lancaster (01524 60141)
Tuesdays 3.30 - 4.30pm (Children and their Grown-ups) Termly course only Lancaster Steiner School, Lune Road, Lancaster (call Sue on 07814 295570)
Tuesdays 5.30 - 7.00pm (Experienced) Termly course only
Friends' Meeting House (call Sue on 07814 295570)
Thursdays 10.00 - 11.30am (All levels) Termly course or drop-in (if space) Friends' Meeting House (call Sue on 07814 295570)
Sue also runs workshops and individual yoga tuition. She has been practising yoga for 14 years and teaching for 10. Originally qualifying with the British Wheel of Yoga, she has since trained with a number of respected teachers of various yoga styles (including Iyengar, Astanga, Scaravelli, Yin). Her own approach to yoga is graceful and playful with an emphasis on awareness, alignment and the breath.

Daniel Haesen.
Ki & Kijutsu
Holistic Self-defense, Conflict resolution, Body & Energy Work.
“Winning without Fighting” (Ki / Energy Training Workshops)
Daniel has a light and playful approach to energy training, creating a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. He has trained in Ki work for 8 years and has studied various martial arts for 15 years
Tel: 01524 33410 email: d.haesen@gmail.com

Alan J Hedges BSc, D,Hyp, PDCHyp, MBSCH
Clinical Hypnotherapist
01524 35587 (direct)
Within Dacrelands Clinic, Aldrens Lane, Lancaster, LA1 2DU Tel: 01524 69864
Also within Fulwood Therapy Centre, Preston, Tel: 01772 719215
Email: info@hedgeshypnosis.co.uk.
Web: www.hedgeshypnosis.co.uk

Jonathan Hirst
Dramatherapist (State Registered)
For help with : confidence; self-esteem; personal change; motivation; emotional blockages; stress and anxiety; substance problems; self-expression.
Based in central Lancaster.
I work creatively with drama, movement, art, music and voice.
www.jonathanhirst.co.uk
Contact : Tel : 0783 707 9230
Email : hirst.fam@tinyonline.co.uk

Tiki Hurley.
Herbal Medicine
Verdant Clinic of Herbal Medicine
23 Stirling Road, Lancaster.
Providing consultations with fully qualified Medical Herbalist
Tel: 01524 36067. Email: findme@tikihurley.freeserve.co.uk

Wendy Jones (Haddock)
Buteyko
A Safe, natural method for the relief of asthma and breath related disorders. Wendy Jones, physiotherapist, teaches buteyko in Lancaster and the North.
Tel. 01524 848078 mobile: 07717248300.
Email: wendyjones123@talktalk.net
Core Process Psychotherapy
A mind-body-spirit approach to therapy using the vast resources of Western psychotherapy and ancient wisdom of Buddhist thought. Core process works on the understanding that at the centre of our being lies wisdom, compassion and joy. Therapy provides a supported space in busy lives to become deeply aware of the suprising journey of who we are and how we think that naturally brings about positive change.
I am a senior student at the Karuna Institute in Devon where core process has been developed and taught for over 20 years. The Institute is a member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapists and I abide by their code and ethics. I work under close supervision of an accredited Core Process supervisor. As a 4th year student I am able to offer reduced fees.
If you would like to meet for a free introductory consultation to explore your needs please contact me.
Wendy Jones: Landline: 01524 848078 mobile: 07717248300 email: wendyjones123@talktalk.net

Aurea Kelvin
Complementary Therapist
Aurea offers deep tissue massage, full body massage, pregnancy and postnatal massage, chair massage, hypnotherapy, reiki, and intuitive holistic healing at her private practice in the Freehold area of Lancaster. Warm and professional, she creates a safe, respectful and comfortable environment for her clients. Aurea also offers on site massage for workplaces and events.
New clients offer: Tell me that you found me on the Virtual Lancaster website, and get £5 off your first session. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and can only be used once per client.
Please contact Aurea at:
Tel: 07779 232866
Email: aureakelvin@hotmail.com

Martin Knowles
Shiatsu Therapist
A relaxing yet invigorating whole body therapy, combining acupressure and massage techniques to rebalance the bodies own energy resources.
Martin uses shiatsu and pelvic correction to treat all conditions from stress, back pains, and injuries to digestive, hormonal and mental imbalances.
Caton Green - home visits available
Tel: 01524 771598 Email: Shiatsu@CatonGreen.co.uk.

Kate Marney,
Homeopathy
15 Townsfield, Silverdale.
Tel. 01524 701166

Judy Mellor
Clinical Psychologist
Consulting at the BMI Lancaster (formerly Nuffield) Hospital, Meadowside,  Lancaster LA1 3RH.
Tel: 01524 770351
E-mail : judy@judymellor.co.uk
 Judy is an experienced clinician, having practised in the NHS for over thirty years. She offers a range of psychological therapies,  including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural     
psychosexual and relationship counselling, EMDR, and systems–centred approaches for adults with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, eating disorders relationship issues and other emotional difficulties.

Ceri Mumford
Alexander Technique
(MSTAT), Alexander Technique Teacher
Fully qualified teacher of the Alexander Technique, working from my practice in Greaves, Lancaster. Sliding scale fees. For individuals or businesses.
28, Victoria Ave, Lancaster. LA1 4SY
E-mail: cerimumford@hotmail.com.
Tel: 01524 39193
Web: www.lancasteralexander.net

Jude Pereles,
Shiatsu
Shiatsu Society Reg. Practitioner + Teacher. East West House, 29 Blades Street, Lancaster
Tel. 01524 64258. Email: judithpereles@btopenworld.com
Combines acupressure with gentle stretching.
Sliding scale charges

Julia Russell AMH, MGNI, MIFR, ITEC
Natural Health Practitioner
Multi-disciplinary practitioner who has worked in the field of Natural Health since 1989. She practises as a Herbalist, Iridologist, Reflexologist, and as a Therapeutic Massage Practitioner including Deep Tissue Bodywork, Lymphatic Drainage, Pre-and Post-Natal Treatments.
Fully qualified and insured.
Consultations are available in Lancaster.
For further details, tel: 01524 33389 or 07956 422161.

Sarah Rycroft ITEC, MICHT
Massage & Reflexology Therapist.
No Hands Massage ®, Thermal Stone Massage, Indian Head Massage, Swedish Massage and Reflexology.
Workplace & Mobile visits.
The Smithy, Lodge Lane, Wennington, Lancaster, LA2 8NW
Tel: 015242 21166

Lynne Shamal Dip. Cst.
Cranio-Sacral Therapy - Whole Body Unwinding
Lynne gives sessions in Lancaster and in the South Lakes. She is trained in CST, Whole Body Unwinding, Rebirthing and Counselling and has been in practice for 9 years.
Tel: 01229 582298 email: lynshamal@onetel.net.uk

Graham Spavin
Scotforth Counselling and Psychotherapy
81, Scotforth Rd, Lancaster.
Tel. 01524 69684
For confidential and non judgemental help and support in many personal areas; personal growth and change, confidence and self esteem building, relationship difficulties, divorce, loss, anxiety, stress and hopefully finding more fulfilling ways to live your life. May your journey begin!

SLT Associates - Speech Therapy
Private Individual / Group Speech and Language Therapy. "We provide this service for young children right the way through to Senior Adults, with a wide range of symptoms.
The practice has 2 Speech Therapists, both of whom are members of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy, Members of The Health Profession Council, and also members of ASLTIP (The Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Private Practice)."
Tel: 01524 69944
email: mrsharwood@talk21.com
and ecd@65bw.fsnet.co.uk

Mary Ullrich (MARH)
Homeopathy and Flower Essences
tel: 01539 720072

Paul Williamson
E-mail: pgwilliamson999@hotmail.co.uk.
'I am an experienced professional psychotherapist, Healer and group leader, having led workshops in various parts of Britain and abroad for many years. Based in Lancaster, I am also author of three published books, including 'Soul Pathways'. As well as leading workshops, I am available for private individual sessions of therapy.'

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HEALTH / WELLNESS-RELATED SUPPORT GROUPS
(Other support groups are listed on our
Community Groups Page)

Alzheimer's Disease Society (Lancaster + Morecambe)
Supports carers of people suffering from dementia, with regular meetings, relief care, St Martin's Church Day Care Centre and information and advice.
90-92 Thornton Rd, Morecambe. LA4 5PJ
Tel: 01524 831929

Breast Cancer Care Group
Slynedales, Lancaster. Tel: 01524 381820

Breathe Easy
Self help group + charity for people with chronic lung conditions and their carers + families. The group meets meet on the third Wednesday of the month, 2pm, at VVV Health & Leisure Club, The Shore Coastal Road, Hest Bank.
New members welcome. Tel: 01524 852853

A Breath for Life
Charity. Support and assistance group for families with severely sick children. Naturopathic clinic offering hyperbaric oxygen therapy. tel: 01524 855422

CancerCare
A local charity offering psychological, social, spiritual, and emotional support, individually or in groups, together with advice, information, practical help, and an extensive range of complementary therapies to cancer patients, their carers and their families in North Lancashire and South Lakeland from our main centres at Slynedales, Lancaster and The Lakes Centre, Kendal. Additional support is offered in the three main local hospitals (Lancaster, Kendal and Barrow-in-Furness), in St John’s Hospice, Lancaster and at weekly Drop-in centres in Lancaster, Morecambe, Carnforth, Kendal, Windermere and Ambleside.
Tel: 01524 381820 email: admin@cancare.org.uk or visit us at www.cancare.org.uk
CancerCare Cafe 10am – 12 noon, last Friday of every month at Slynedales, Lancaster. Free parking. Tel:01524 381820

Caring Whispers
Support for people with eating disorders / carers. Has a weekly group and also offers one-to-one support.
Harvesters Centre, Morecambe.
Tel: 01524 400976. Email care@caringwhispers.org

The Depression Alliance
Tel: 020 7633 0557
Information about depression + local services

Diabetes UK: Lancaster & District Diabetes Support Group
J. Stoessl, 1 Halton Rd, Lancaster LA1 2EA.
Tel: 01524 841737

Heart Concern
A Lancaster based Support Group whose interests and activities are concerned with people in Lancaster, Morecambe and District, who have coronary heart disease or other heart conditions.
Meets 1st Tues of the month (except Aug) 7.30pm St Thomas Centre, Marton St, Lancaster. Meet others with heart problems. Family & friends welcome. Info tel: 01524 67859.
Email: heartconcern@tiscali.co.uk

Lancaster Home Birth Information & Support Group
Tel: 01524 843828 / 771014 / 383504

Lancaster, Morecambe + Dist. Homebound + Disabled Fellowship
Weekly meetings, speakers, entertainment and trips out.
tel: 01524 67581 Transport can be arranged.

Lonsdale District Carers Association
Support organisation for those caring for a sick or disabled person. They organise coffee mornings, outings and special events such as 'pampering days' where nice goodies such as aromatherapy etc are laid on and activity days with special tutors / organisers - all relevant, light-hearted. There are special meetings for rural carers. You can also get different therapies (ie massage) for only £5.
Morecambe Carers' Centre, 4/8 Regent Rd, Morecambe LA3 1QG.
For further details tel: 01524 833456.
24-hour Carer's Helpline: Freephone 0800 1696 529
Email: lonsdale@dcarers.freeserve.co.uk

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FITNESS CENTRES

Carnforth Community Swimming Pool
Kellet Rd, Carnforth. Email: carnforthpool@lancaster.gov.uk
tel: 01524 734699

Heysham Community Swimming Pool
Osborne Rd, Morecambe. Tel: 01524 420763
Email: heyshampool@lancaster.gov.uk

Hornby Community Swimming Pool
Melling Rd, Hornby.
Email: hornbypool@lancaster.gov.uk

Inspire Health & Fitness
10-12, Penny St, Lancaster, Lancashire LA1 1UA
Tel: 01524 542788

Lancaster University Sports Centre
Bailrigg, Lancaster
tel. 01524 594000
swimming pool, games courts, sauna, exercise classes, cafe.

Pilates in Lancaster
The Body Conditioning Studio, Friends Meeting House, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster.
Tel: 01524 69555.
Pilates is a safe and restorative form of exercise, enabling greater fitness but also used extensively for injury prevention and remedial treatment (injured spines, bad backs etc). The studio is the only fully equipped studio in Lancaster and the staff are trained to the highest levels, offering a unique facility and service.

Salt Ayre Sports Centre
Doris Henderson Way, Lancaster LA1 5JS
tel. 01524 847540
swimming pools, games courts, sauna, steam, gyms, exercise classes, massage, cafe.

Total Fatness
Caton Rd, Lancaster, LA1 3RA. tel. 01524 591956
Members club: swimming pools, games courts, sauna, steam, gyms, exercise classes, massage, cafe, creche.

VVV Health & Leisure Club
The Shore, Coastal Rd, Hest Bank LA2 6EQ
Tel: 01524 823363

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PERSONAL TRAINERS

'Fighting Fit'
A brand new and explosive personalised workout combining elements of Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai to develop fitness, balance, endurance, confidence and self defence. Prepare to be given that extra push towards the results you want - whatever they may be. Ideal to kickstart a healthier lifestyle, to add intensity to your current routine, to supplement another martial arts style, or to prepare for an amateur contest.
Sessions are on a one to one basis at Inspire Health & Fitness in Lancaster. Classes with limited places are also available.
Contact: Joel Shamir on 07763694875 or email Joelshamir@hotmail.co.uk for personal instruction or
contact Inspire Health & Fitness (see listing above) for class details on 01524 542788

Simone: Personal Trainer - Minipt.
I am a fully registered Personal Trainer working in the Lancaster area. If you would like to begin a program of exercise, or improve your current level of fitness, I can support and advise you to help you reach your goals.
Tel: 07720838881 to arrange a free consultation.

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HEALTH & FIRST AID TRAINING RESOURCES

BSure First Aid Training
Established, first aid provider. Delivering HSE registered first aid courses to the public and businesses.
Email: BSurefirstaid@hotmail.co.uk
Web: www.BSurefirstaid.741.com

St John Ambulance Lancaster City Unit
Meets every Tuesday in St Peters Cathedral Community Centre between 7:30 and 9:30 pm. The members carry out first aid cover at community  and sporting events. If you are interested in joining us, come along to one of our meetings and see if St John Ambulance is for you.

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HEALTH PRODUCTS & SUPPLIES

W-O.W
Ladies and Childrens Work-Out, Dance, Swim Wear shop.
23a Brock street, Lancaster. LA1 1UR
Tel: 01524 847877

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HEALTH-RELATED ONLINE RESOURCES & TELEPHONE HELPLINES

Bay Skin Care
A special web site on skin and skin care, set up by Dr. Phillip Harrison of from the Dermatology Department of Lancaster Royal Infirmary

Easy Tiger
Useful information about alcohol and drinking habits. The Easy Tiger campaign promotes the idea of alternating soft drinks or water with alcoholic drinks and helped produce a large reduction in alcohol related assaults and criminal damage over the 2006/7 festive period compared to the previous year.