AS demand for GP appointments continues to rise across Devon and Somerset, a new private medical service has opened in the Culm Valley.

Peninsula Private Medical operates from Waterloo Court Health and Wellbeing Hub near Uffculme.

The clinic provides GP services similar to those available through the NHS, including help with forms, certificates and medicals, as well as planned care such as health checks, while offering extended appointment times, ease of access and clear follow-up.

Patients remain registered with their NHS GP, with Peninsula designed to complement existing NHS care and guide patients back into NHS pathways where appropriate.

Lead clinician Dr Charlie Brough is an experienced GP with specialist interests in menopause, women’s health and skin cancer.

She said: “We prioritise giving patients the time they need to be heard and to practise truly patient-centred care. Our focus is on helping people understand their options and agree on a clear plan for what happens next.”

Alongside women’s health services, Peninsula offers full-body mole checks, dedicated skin surgery and minor procedures service led by GP Dr Billy Willcock, who has extensive hospital dermatology experience.

The service focuses on benign skin lesion treatment and procedures for common lumps and bumps that can be difficult for patients to access through NHS routes.

Peninsula was founded by Tina Teague, James Davies and Tim Davies, all of whom have backgrounds in NHS management and operations.

Tina said: “Demand for GP appointments continues to rise and many people feel rushed. Our aim is to offer an ethical private option that provides time and continuity while remaining closely aligned with NHS principles.”

Appointments are typically available within 24 to 48 hours, with extended consultation times and written summaries provided after each visit.

Peninsula Private Medical is currently welcoming new patients from across Devon, Somerset and surrounding areas.