From Monday 16th August, if you are doubled jabbed against covid, you no longer have to self-isolate if you are a close contact of some who tests positive.
Instead, you are advised to get a PCR test – one that is sent to a lab rather than a test-at-home lateral flow test. You should also avoid clinically vulnerable people and wear a mask or face covering when in shared indoor spaces until you get a negative test result.
If you test positive, you should continue to isolate for 10 days.
This new guidance also applies to anyone aged 18 or younger. More on changes to self-isolation can be found here
Since last week, all sixteen and seventeen-year-olds can now get a covid-19 vaccine. There are thousands of appointments available every week, as well as lots of drop-in locations with no need to book ahead.
Vaccines are already protecting millions of people, and are our best way out of the pandemic. We encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated at soon as possible.
Here’s where you can get your jab in Newcastle this week:
Vertu Motors Arena
Formerly known as the Newcastle Eagles Community Arena, the Vertu Motors Arena in Elswick has regular drop-in sessions. This week’s sessions are almost full, so booking through the National Booking System or calling 119 is strongly advised.
| Date | Vaccine | Dose(s) | Age | Session | Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 18th August | Pfizer and Astra Zeneca | 1st and 2nd | Over 16s | Drop-in | 11 am – 3 pm, 4 pm – 8 pm |
| Thursday 19th August | Pfizer and Astra Zeneca | 1st and 2nd | Over 16s | Drop-in | 9 am to 1 pm – 4 pm |
Vaccine Bus
Offering a drop-in service, the vaccine bus visits many areas across the city. No appointment is needed, and it is first-come, first-served. To get jabbed, you will need ID and to prove your age.
This week’s new locations:
| Date | Location | Vaccine | Time |
| Monday 16th August | Old Eldon Square, NE1 7UG | Pfizer only | 10 am to 3 pm |
| Tuesday 17th August | 500 Elswick Road, NE4 8ED | Pfizer only | 10 am to 5 pm |
| Wednesday 18th August | East End Pool, NE6 1AL | Pfizer only | 10 am to 5 pm |
| Thursday 19th August | Newcastle University Students Union, NE1 8QB | Pfizer only | 10 am to 3.30 pm |
| Thursday 19th August | Heaton – St Teresa’s, NE6 5HP | Pfizer only | 4.30 pm to 7 pm |
| Friday 20th August | Sports Centre, West Road, NE4 9LG | Pfizer only | 10 am to 5 pm |
Regular locations throughout August:
| Date | Location | Vaccine | Time |
| Every Monday (26 July to 30 August) | West Road, NE4 9PY | Pfizer only | 9 am to 1 pm |
| Every Monday (26 July to 30 August) | Park Road, NE4 7DX (near Cruddas Park multis) (4.30 pm to 8 pm on Monday 16 August) | Pfizer only | 2 pm to 8 pm |
| Every Tuesday (27 July to 31 August) | Swans Recreation Ground, Stotts Road, NE6 4UP (car park) (Note – cancelled Tuesday 17 August) | Pfizer only | 9 am to 1 pm |
| Every Tuesday (27 July to 31 August) | Welbeck Road/St Anthony’s Road junction Roundabout (Note – 1 pm to 8 pm Tuesday 17 August) | Pfizer only | 2 pm to 8 pm |
| Every Wednesday (28 July – 25 August) | St James Park, NE1 4ST | Pfizer only | 9 am to 3 pm |
| Every Wednesday (28 July – 25 August) | Outside City Hall, NE1 8SF | Pfizer only | 4 pm to 8 pm |
| Every Thursday (29 July – 26 August) | Warwick Street NE6 5AQ – layby TBC | Pfizer only | 10 am to 1 pm |
| Every Thursday (29 July – 26 August) | Stanhope Street NE4 6BH, car park opposite St James Fish Bar | Pfizer only | 2 pm to 8 pm |
| Every Friday (30 July – 27 August) | Chillingham Road Shopping area, Heaton, NE6 5LN | Pfizer only | 10 am to 5 pm |
| Every Friday (30 July – 27 August) | Osborne Road (near Osbornes Bar) Jesmond, NE2 2TD (taxi rank area) | Pfizer only | 6 pm to 9 pm |
| Every Saturday (31 July – 28 August) | Heaton Park car park (next to Sambucas) NE6 5JS | Pfizer only | 9 am to 1 pm |
| Every Saturday (31 July – 28 August) | Millennium Bridge, alongside the Pitcher and Piano (turning circle) | Pfizer only | 2 pm to 6 pm |
| Every Sunday (1 August – 29 August) | Morrison’s Supermarket, Byker | Pfizer only | 10 am to 1 pm |
| Every Sunday (1 August – 29 August) | Outside West Jesmond Metro Station, NE2 3HQ | Pfizer only | 2 pm to 8 pm |
Pop-ups
No appointment is needed at pop-up sites. More locations are being added daily, so check Newcastle Council’s website for the latest new venues.
| Date | Location | Vaccine | Dose | Time |
| Wednesday 18th August | Nunsmoor | Pfizer only | 1st and 2nd | 2 pm to 6 pm |
Centre For Life – walk-in service
The Centre For Life in Newcastle city centre is operating a walk-in service, with no booking needed.
Bookable Appointments
If you would prefer to schedule a time and place for your jab, you can do that too. Appointments are available at large vaccinations sites and numerous community pharmacies.
To book, call 119 or use the National Booking System to see what dates and locations are available.