Courses and events

West Country Water Park

Severn Paddleboarding event

Paddleboarding is currently the fastest growing sport in the world today - and once you've tried it for yourself you'll see why. Severn Faculty have organised a chance to try paddleboarding for yourself. This is open to members with the ability to swim in open water with a life jacket and will take place at the West Country Water Park. A group of up to 10 individuals with varying levels of experience are invited to join us at the West Country Water Park in Bristol. This event is free for RCGP Members and costs £25 for non-members.

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• Date

  25 June 2025

• Start time

  11:00

• Places left

  3

Midland Arts Centre, Edgbaston

Midland Early Career Conference 2025

This day-long, free conference aims to give you the tools and confidence to navigate and thrive in this brave new world of primary care. Topics covered will include appraisals, IMG, well-being, life alongside being a GP, GP Entrepreneurship and many more! Aimed mainly at those about to CCT or who have recently qualified.

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• Date

  26 June 2025

• Start time

  09:00

• Places left

  44

Online

Learn to Paint a flamingo

Whether you're a budding artist or total novice we would love for you to participate! Book and receive a list of equipment (widely available) then relax login and let Karen whisk you on an artistry adventure. More dates for this event have been added search painting in any of the Northern Faculties.

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• Date

  04 July 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  7

Brooklands Museum

SWT Family Fun Day - Planes, Buses, and Automobiles

Join us for a fascinating and fun day out at the Brooklands Museum, the birthplace of British Aviation and Motorsport. Open to South West Thames Faculty members only.

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• Date

  05 July 2025

• Start time

  11:00

• Places left

  5

Sold out

We Are Wellness

Yorkshire GPs Yoga Retreat

Our Relaxation Day Retreat at We Are Wellness in Leeds is all about pampering and doing things that help you feel amazing and ultimately totally relaxed. Join us to learn about how to be good to yourself. The escape includes warming Hatha Yoga, massage, tasty (& nutritious) lunch, Sound Bath and even the chance to learn about restorative poses. All the goodness of a weekend retreat rolled into half a day.

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• Date

  14 July 2025

• Start time

  09:15

• Places left

  0

Belfast Pride Parade Route, Belfast City Centre

Belfast Pride Parade Walking Group 2025

We are excited to announce that the RCGP Northern Ireland will be taking part in Belfast Pride Parade 2025. Only 25 tickets are available to take part in our walking group - so book now!

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• Date

  26 July 2025

• Start time

  11:30

• Places left

  25

Manchester Pride Parade Route

Manchester Pride 2025

We are excited to announce that the RCGP has once again been selected to have an official presence at the Manchester Pride Parade on Saturday 23rd August 2025. Join RCGP and walk with us in the parade. Register now for your free parade wristbands! It is such an amazing atmosphere to be part of the parade and a day to remember, especially if the sun is shining. Everyone is welcome to join us, GPs, team members, patients, friends, family, EVERYONE. You don't have to be LGBTQ+, you just need to support! We start the day with a light breakfast at the Novotel Hotel in the city centre. Want to bring friends/family? The more the merrier. Just let us know how many wrist bands you would like to book.

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• Date

  23 August 2025

• Start time

  10:00

• Places left

  8

Watchtree Nature Reserve

Cumbria family fun and wellbeing day at Watchtree Nature Reserve

Join us on this fascinating ‘back to nature’ day out at Watchtree Nature Reserve. There are lots of adventures to be had when visiting the reserve, including walking the many trails, spotting the diverse wildlife, and just getting yourself immersed in nature. On the day we hope to walk the trails, spot and talk about the wildlife, flora and fauna, see some of the resident deer and maybe even try a spot of pond dipping. Later we will dry off around the campfire. Please feel free to bring a packed lunch or snacks to enjoy around the fire. Throughout, we will be supported by a trained nature guide. The afternoon is then free for you to do as you please. Open to all members, their family and friends.

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• Date

  21 September 2025

• Start time

  10:45

• Places left

  60

Zoom

IMG Community Meeting - Fireside Chat with Prof. Kamila Hawthorne Online

Join us to hear RCGP Chair of Council, Professor Kamila Hawthorne MBE, in conversation with Dr Sylvia Kama-Kieghe as they discuss her leadership journey and explore how she overcame barriers to excel in senior roles.

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• Date

  24 September 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  247