Join us to explore a wide range of free health information, advice and support all in one place.
Meet local health, care and community organisations, chat with friendly experts, ask questions, and learn about the services and support available for you and your family.
The event is free and you do not need to book. Everyone is welcome.
Event details
Date: Thursday 17 September 2026
Time: 1.30pm to 4.30pm
Location: The Newbury Community Centre, 1 Charles Place, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 6TD
Cost: Free
Booking: You do not need to book – drop in at any time during the event
What you can do at the event
You can:
- have free health checks, including blood pressure and cardiovascular risk checks
- get information about diabetes and bowel screening
- get advice about stopping smoking
- speak to local health and care professionals
- find support for carers, families and children
- get help with digital services/patient portal
- meet community and voluntary organisations
- see what the new hospital could look like and learn about developments in digital technology
- speak to the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) and share your experience of local services
- learn about the activities of our My WiSH Charity (opens in new tab)
- find out more about basic life support training
- meet the patient safety team and ask questions
Who can attend
Everyone is welcome, whether you are looking for advice for yourself, a family member or someone you care for.
The event may be particularly useful for people living with a long-term health condition, carers, families with children and older people.
Come along
Drop in between 1.30pm and 4.30pm. You do not need an appointment.
Come and find out more about the health, care and wellbeing support available in your community.