Know Your Numbers Week runs from 8th to 14th September, and various events are taking place across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, offering free checks in a town or village near you.
High blood pressure doesn’t have any obvious symptoms but is a major cause of heart attacks and strokes, which can lead to a number of serious long-term health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease and kidney disease.
So what do the numbers in your blood pressure reading mean?
When your blood pressure is measured, you will be given two numbers, a top and a bottom number.
The top number is your Systolic reading, which is the highest level your pressure reaches when your heart beats, forcing blood around your body.
The bottom number is known as your Diastolic reading. This measures the pressure of your blood as the heart relaxes between beats.
According to Blood Pressure UK: “Ideally, we should all have a reading between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg.
“Most people in the UK have blood pressures higher than the ideal, but below the usual cut-off for diagnosing high blood pressure – somewhere between 120/80mmHg and 140/90mmHg. If you’re in this range, you could develop high blood pressure in the future. Taking steps to lower your blood pressure will keep your risk of health problems down.”
Where to get your blood pressure checked in Derbyshire
During Know Your Numbers week, Live Life Better Derbyshire are holding free check-ups on the following dates:
- Tuesday 9 September 2025 from 10am to 1pm at New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield, S40 1QN
- Tuesday 9 September 2025 from 9.30am to midday at Sandiacre Library, Doncaster Avenue, Sandiacre, NG10 5FJ
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 from 10am to 12.30pm at Residents of Fairfield Association, Royal Forester, 133 Victoria Park Road, Buxton, SK17 7PE
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 from 10am to 2pm at Tesco Extra, Waverley Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 1HG
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 from 9.30am to midday at Salvation Army, Market Place, South Normanton, DE55 2EJ
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 from midday to 2pm at Derbyshire County Council, Reception Area, Smedley Street, Matlock, DE4 3AG
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 from 8.30am to 11.30am at Clay Cross Active Leisure Centre, Market Street, Clay Cross, S45 9LX
- Thursday 11 September 2025 from 9.45am to 12.30am at Bolsover Library, Church Street, Bolsover, S44 6HB
- Thursday 11 September 2025 from 11.30am to 1pm at Newbold Road, Chesterfield, S41 8XB
- Thursday 11 September 2025 from 10am to 2pm at Gamesley Community Centre, Melandra Castle Road, Gamesley, Glossop, SK13 6UQ
- Thursday 11 September 2025 from 11.30am to 2pm at Ilkeston Community Hospital, Heanor Road, Ilkeston, England, DE7 8LN
- Friday 12 September 2025 from 9.30am to 12.30pm at Borrowash Library. Victoria Avenue, Borrowash, Derbyshire, DE72 3HE
- Friday 12 September 2025 from 9.30am to midday at Killamarsh Methodist Church, 185 Sheffield Road, Killamarsh, S21 1DY
Where to get your blood pressure checked in Nottinghamshire
If you’re based in the Gedling area of Nottinghamshire, Calverton, Carlton Forum, and Redhill Leisure Centres are all now Partners. During Know Your Numbers Week, simply pop in for a free test—there’s no need to book.
Anyone outside of these areas can always request a check at your local pharmacy or as part of the NHS health Checks, which are offered to adults between 40 and 74 years of age.
Ongoing support for those with high blood pressure
If you or your loved one has recently been diagnosed with high pressure, it can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to manage it alone. Our dedicated home care team is here to provide practical support and peace of mind, whether through an existing care plan or by creating a new one tailored to your needs.
We can help by:
- Supporting with Appointments: Arranging and accompanying clients to GP, pharmacy, or NHS Health Check appointments across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
- Monitoring at Home: Many of our carers are trained to take basic observations, such as blood pressure checks, and share results with families or healthcare professionals.
- Encouraging Healthy Habits: From preparing nutritious meals to promoting gentle daily exercise and hydration, we make it easier to manage blood pressure and overall well-being.
- Medication Support: Ensuring prescribed medication is taken correctly and on time, reducing risks linked to missed doses.
- Providing Peace of Mind: Families can feel reassured knowing a professional is keeping an eye on health changes and responding quickly if needed.
At Premier Community, our goal is to support independence while safeguarding health. If you’d like to discuss how we can help manage blood pressure as part of a personalised care plan, please reach out to our friendly team, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
