COVID-19 lateral flow tests

If you are at higher risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19 and eligible for NHS COVID-19 treatments, you can collect free rapid lateral flow test kits directly from this pharmacy. Private test kits are also available to purchase at the counter.

Free for eligible Rapid results No booking needed

About this service

Keep tests ready at home

Eligible patients should collect tests before getting symptoms, so they can test immediately if symptoms appear.

Fast antiviral access

Testing promptly means eligible patients can access NHS antiviral medicines within the critical first 5 days.

Clear advice on results

Our pharmacy team explains how to test accurately, how to report the result, and what steps to take if positive.

How it works

Ask at the pharmacy counter

No appointment needed. Let us know you are collecting COVID-19 tests under the NHS service or purchasing privately.

Confirm eligibility

We check your medical condition or eligibility status (e.g. weakened immune system, organ transplant, certain cancers).

Take your kits home

You leave with a box of rapid tests ready for when you or your family need them.

Questions about this service

Who is eligible for free NHS lateral flow tests?

Free NHS tests are available for people aged 12 and over who are at higher risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 and eligible for NHS COVID-19 treatments (such as people with certain health conditions, weakened immune system, or on specific immunosuppressive therapies).

Can I buy lateral flow tests if I am not eligible?

Yes. Individual and multi-pack rapid lateral flow tests are available to purchase over the counter at our pharmacy for anyone needing to test for work, travel, or visiting vulnerable relatives.

What should I do if my test is positive?

If you are in an eligible group and test positive, report your result to the NHS immediately (via the NHS website or 111) so local healthcare teams can arrange antiviral treatment. Our team can also advise you.