Surgery projects
South Somerset West PCN established a ‘Green’ patient participation group (GPPG) to broaden patient and community involvement in environmental sustainability, particularly engaging younger generations, and to translate the connections between human health, nature and community into practical local action. One of their chosen projects was the creation of a community mural in the waiting area at Martock Surgery, celebrating nature, biodiversity and the relationship between the environment and health.
The project culminated in a painting day on Sunday 1st November 2026, bringing together students, local volunteers and medical centre staff to help create the mural. The sixth form students played a central role, contributing considerable time, creativity and enthusiasm throughout the project.
The next stage is to ask primary school pupils to create fruit, leaves and flowers to further enhance the tree.
The initiative aims to improve a shared community space while providing an opportunity for young people to engage with local environmental issues and contribute to positive change in their neighbourhood.
Further projects are planned for the spring, including creation of raised vegetable beds on site at Martock surgery which are intended to provide a valuable community resource and be used as a therapeutic space for patients who need it.
Support for this work would be gratefully received – contact Cllr Mike Plummer
cllr.michael.plummer@martock-pc.gov.uk
