Who is eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine at a pharmacy?

Adults aged 65 or over, pregnant women, people with certain long-term health conditions, carers and frontline health or social care workers. Children are vaccinated at school or by their GP. Check nhs.uk for the full list.

Can I get a flu jab if I am not eligible for the NHS vaccine?

Yes — a private flu vaccination is available for adults at Bounce Health pharmacies (£20.99). No GP referral needed.

Who is eligible for an NHS COVID vaccine?

Eligibility is set by the NHS each season and usually covers older adults, care home residents and people with a weakened immune system. Check nhs.uk for current guidance.

Flu & COVID vaccinations

Free on the NHS if you’re eligible, or private if you’re not — at our pharmacies across Merseyside & Cheshire. Book online in a couple of minutes.

Book an NHS flu jab Private flu jab · £20.99

Which one do I need?

NHS or private?

If you’re eligible, the NHS jab is free — you don’t need to pay. Not sure? Book the NHS appointment — the pharmacist checks when you arrive, and if you’re not eligible you can usually have a private jab instead.

Free NHS flu jab

Available

The NHS flu jab is free for adults who are:

Aged 65 or over
Pregnant
Living with a long-term condition such as asthma, diabetes, or heart, kidney or liver disease
A main carer for someone elderly or disabled, or living with someone who has a weakened immune system
A frontline health or social care worker
Living in a care home

Children’s flu vaccines are given at school or by the GP, not in the pharmacy. The NHS sets who is eligible and when — see the full list on nhs.uk.

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You can also book through the NHS website.

Private Private flu jab

£20.99

For adults who aren’t eligible for the free NHS jab. No GP referral needed.

Subject to availability. Free on the NHS if you are eligible — ask us and we will check before you pay.

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Free NHS COVID vaccine

Available

The NHS offers the COVID vaccine to people at highest risk. For this season that is usually people who are:

Aged 75 or over
Living in a care home for older adults
Living with a weakened immune system

Who is eligible changes each season.

Check whether you’re eligible on nhs.uk before booking. The pharmacist confirms it when you arrive.

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You can also book through the NHS website.

Private Private COVID vaccine

For adults who aren’t eligible for the NHS vaccine. Subject to vaccine availability.

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Bounce Clinic — Private

Travelling abroad?

See a pharmacist about the vaccinations and advice you need for your trip. Book 6–8 weeks before you go if you can.

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Not sure which vaccine you need?

Call your nearest branch — our pharmacists can check your eligibility and book you in.

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