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Find a pharmacy that offers free flu vaccination

Information:

Booking is now open.

Appointments take place from 1 September 2026 if you're pregnant, and from 1 October for all other eligible adults and children. Pharmacies will offer walk-ins from 1 October 2026.

About this service

Use this service to:

  • book a vaccination appointment online or by phone
  • check opening times for each pharmacy
  • check which age groups each site accepts

Who can have a free flu vaccine at a pharmacy

Adults

Adults can get a free vaccine at a pharmacy if they are:

  • aged 18 to 65 years and have certain long-term health conditions
  • aged 65 years or over

Children

Children can get a free vaccine at a pharmacy if they are:

  • aged 2 to 3 years
  • aged 2 to 17 years with certain long-term health conditions

From 1 December 2026, school-aged children from reception to year 11 who did not get vaccinated in school will also be eligible.

Flu vaccine in pregnancy

You can get a free flu vaccine at a pharmacy if you're aged 16 or over and pregnant.

Flu vaccine for people experiencing homelessness

You can get a free flu vaccine at a pharmacy from 1 October if you’re aged 16 or over and:

  • using a homeless hostel or night shelter
  • rough sleeping

You do not have to book an appointment or be registered with a GP to get a free flu vaccine.

Find out more about flu vaccine, who should have it, and common side effects.

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Page last reviewed: 29 August 2025
Next review due: 2 August 2027