NHS vaccinations and when to have them
It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection, but if you or your child missed a vaccine, contact your GP to catch up.
Find out all about vaccinations in this great guide on the NHS website
Travel vaccinations
- We provide some travel vaccinations excluding Yellow Fever, rabies and specialist travel vaccinations
- See the fit for travel service website for specialist travel advice
Flu vaccinations
- NHS Flu vaccines are available to those who are over 65 or if you have a chronic illness
- These are usually available from October each year
- For more information please visit our page on Seasonal Flu Vaccinations 2021
Childhood immunisations
- Please book an appointment for your child with our practice nurse
Shingles vaccinations
- A vaccine to prevent shingles is available to people in their 70s
- You’re eligible for the shingles vaccine if you are aged 70 to 79 years old
- In addition, anyone who was previously eligible (born on or after 2 September 1942) but missed out on their shingles vaccination remains eligible until their 80th birthday
Pneumococcal vaccinations
- Pneumococcal vaccinations are also available to those over 65 or if you have a chronic illness
- Ask at reception for further information