Visit our free drop-in clinic, where the flu and COVID-19 vaccines are available on the day with no appointment needed. You do not need to be registered with a GP. If you are unsure about having the vaccine, GPs and other health professionals are available on the day to answer any questions you have.
A vaccine helps give you good protection from becoming seriously ill or needing to go to hospital if you catch COVID-19. Seasonal vaccines are offered because viruses change, and protection fades over time. Some people may be eligible for both the flu and the COVID-19 booster vaccines. If you are offered both vaccines, it’s safe to have them at the same time.
You can have a vaccine if you are:
Frontline health and social care workers can also get a flu vaccine through their employer.
COVID-19 vaccination is an important part of protecting yourself if you’re at increased risk from severe COVID-19. Flu vaccination is important because, while flu is unpleasant for most people, it can be dangerous and even life threatening for some people, particularly those with certain health conditions.
The best time to have your flu vaccine is in the autumn or early winter before flu starts spreading. But you can get your vaccine later.
