Check current eligibility
Use the latest NHS guidance or speak to Five Ways Pharmacy if you are not sure whether the campaign applies to you.
Seasonal NHS programme
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COVID Vaccines (Spring / Autumn)
Five Ways Pharmacy can support you with seasonal COVID vaccination appointments during NHS spring and autumn campaign periods if you are eligible under the current NHS programme. Support is subject to seasonal campaign dates, appointment availability, and clinical suitability, and the pharmacy team will confirm next steps.
Seasonal NHS programme
Spring / Autumn campaigns
Eligibility checked
Pharmacy appointment
How it works
We’ll keep the process simple and help you understand the current campaign, availability, and next step.
Book your appointment
Arrange your pharmacy appointment during an active seasonal campaign, subject to availability.
Attend the pharmacy
We’ll confirm relevant details, ask suitability questions where needed, and guide you through the visit.
Receive aftercare guidance
Before you leave, the pharmacy team can talk through what to expect next and when to seek more advice.
COVID vaccination appointments are seasonal and are offered during NHS campaign periods. Availability may change depending on NHS guidance, eligibility, vaccine supply, and pharmacy appointment capacity. Please use the booking calendar to check current appointment availability.
If you are unsure whether the current campaign is open for you, check the NHS guidance below or speak to the pharmacy team first.
Be prepared
What to bring
Bringing a few key details can help your appointment run more smoothly during busier spring and autumn campaigns.
- Your NHS number if available
- Your appointment confirmation if booked
- Details of allergies or previous vaccine reactions if relevant
- Information about current medicines if relevant
COVID vaccination appointments are seasonal and are offered during NHS campaign periods. Availability may change depending on NHS guidance, eligibility, vaccine supply, and pharmacy appointment capacity. Please use the booking calendar to check current appointment availability.
Who it may be for
COVID vaccination appointments may be suitable if you are eligible under the current NHS programme for the spring or autumn campaign. Exact eligibility can change between campaigns, so it is best to check the latest NHS guidance rather than relying on older information.
If you are unsure whether the current campaign applies to you, Five Ways Pharmacy can help point you towards the right next step, but not everyone asking for an appointment will necessarily be eligible.
How appointments work
Appointments are usually offered during active seasonal campaigns and may depend on stock, campaign dates, appointment availability, and a short suitability check on the day.
- Book ahead where possible during the current campaign period
- Arrive at your arranged appointment time
- Tell the pharmacy team about relevant allergies, medicines, or previous vaccine reactions
- Receive aftercare guidance before you leave
NHS links
Useful NHS guidance
Use the latest NHS information to check the current COVID vaccine campaign and official booking guidance.
Need an appointment?
Ready to ask about the current COVID vaccine campaign?
Use the booking route here and Five Ways Pharmacy can confirm campaign availability, eligibility, and the most suitable next step.
Questions
COVID vaccine FAQs
Who can get a COVID vaccine?
Availability depends on the current NHS spring or autumn programme. Eligibility can change, so check the latest NHS guidance or speak to Five Ways Pharmacy for help with the next step.
Is the COVID vaccine available all year?
COVID vaccination is generally offered through seasonal spring and autumn campaigns rather than as a year-round service. Campaign dates and availability can vary.
Do I need an appointment?
An appointment is usually recommended. Five Ways Pharmacy can confirm the current booking route and whether appointments are available during the active campaign.
What should I bring?
Bring your NHS number if you have it, any booking confirmation, and relevant information about current medicines, allergies, or previous vaccine reactions.
What if I feel unwell on the day?
If you are acutely unwell, follow NHS guidance or speak to the pharmacy team before attending. In some situations, it may be safer to rearrange the appointment.
Important guidance
COVID vaccination support is subject to seasonal campaign dates, appointment availability, current NHS guidance, and clinical suitability. If you are acutely unwell, follow NHS guidance or speak to the pharmacy team before attending. If symptoms are severe or urgent, use NHS 111, contact your GP, or call 999 in an emergency.