Vaccines are available via a number of routes, including pre-booked appointments and drop-in sessions. A reminder of the key points:
- Vaccines are free and safe.
- Anyone 16 or older can book an appointment or go to a drop-in session.
- Over 16s need two does of the same vaccine at least 8 weeks apart.
- Anyone 50 or over, or clinically vulnerable can get a booster jab. You need to have had your second dose more than 6 months ago.
- Children aged 12-15 can get vaccinated at school, with a parent or guardian’s consent.
Newcastle Racecourse (NE3 5HP)
Appointments and drop-in clinics are available for 1st and 2nd doses of Pfizer and Astra Zeneca. The vaccine availability detailed below is for walk-in appointments only, alternative vaccines may be available through bookings made through the national booking system.
| Date | Vaccine | Dose(s) | Age | Session | Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 13 October | Pfizer | 1st – 2nd – Booster | 16 – 17 – First Dose 18+ – First/Second Dose Booster for those eligible | Drop-in and appointment | 10am – 5pm |
| Thursday 14 October | Pfizer | 1st – 2nd – Booster | 16 – 17 – First Dose 18+ – First/Second Dose Booster for those eligible | Drop-in and appointment | 10am – 5pm |
| Saturday 16 October | Pfizer | 1st – 2nd – Booster | 16 – 17 – First Dose 18+ – First/Second Dose Booster for those eligible | Drop-in and appointment | 10am – 5pm |
Vaccine Bus
Drop-in sessions in locations across the city. First come first served, no appointment or ID needed.
| Date | Location | Vaccine | Time | Age Group |
| Monday 11 October | Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, NE1 8ST | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Monday 11 October | Old Eldon Square, NE1 7UG | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Tuesday 12 October | 500 Elswick Road, NE4 8ED | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Tuesday 12 October | Outer West Customer Service Centre, West Denton Way, NE5 2RA | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Wednesday 13 October | Outside City Hall, N1 8SF | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Wednesday 13 October | East End Pool, NE6 1AL | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Thursday 14 October | Newcastle University Students Union, NE1 8QB | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Thursday 14 October | Westgate Hill Primary School, Beaconsfield Street, NE4 5JN | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Friday 15 October | West Road, NE5 2ER | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Friday 15 October | Chillingham Road, NE6 5LL | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Friday 15 October | Osborne Road (near Osborne’s Bar), NE2 2TD | Pfizer only | 6 – 9pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Saturday 16 October | Westfield Social Club, Westgate Road, NE4 9PR | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Sunday 17 October | Quayside Market, Newcastle Quayside | Pfizer only | 10am – 4pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Monday 18 October | Northumbria University, NE1 8ST | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Tuesday 19 October | Outer West Customer Service Centre, West Denton Way, NE5 2RA | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Wednesday 20 October | Outside City Hall, N1 8SF | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Thursday 21 October | Westgate Hill Primary School, Beaconsfield Street, NE4 5JN | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Friday 22 October | Chillingham Road, NE6 5LL | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Friday 22 October | Osborne Road (near Osborne’s Bar), NE2 2TD | Pfizer only | 6 – 9pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Saturday 23 October | Northumbria University (exact location TBC) | Pfizer only | 10am – 5pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
| Sunday 24 October | Quayside Market, Newcastle Quayside | Pfizer only | 10am – 4pm | 16 – 17 – First Dose18+ – First/Second DoseBooster for those eligible |
Centre For Life – walk-in service
The Centre For Life large vaccine centre is currently offering both bookable and a walk-in, no appointment needed service for all over 16s.
This will run every day from 9am – 6pm.
Pfizer 1st and 2nd doses available. The second dose must be at least 8 weeks after your first.
Community Pharmacies
Pharmacies across Newcastle are now offering vaccinations, making it even easier to pop along and get your jab.
All pharmacy appointments can be booked through the National Booking System or by calling 119.
Pharmacies are listed below (More are being added all the time)
- Boots Pharmacy, Newcastle City Centre
- Superdrug Pharmacy, Newcastle City Centre
- Quayside Pharmacy
- Wellfield Pharmacy at Northumbria University Coach Lane Campus
- Ponteland Road Pharmacy
- Shieldfield Pharmacy
- Health Hut Pharmacy & Clinic, Gosforth
- Regent Christian Fellowship, Regent Chapel
- Douglas Pharmacy, Gosforth
Large vaccination sites
Large vaccination sites have lots of appointments, with more being added all the time. They have the most options in terms of times if you are looking to book an appointment at a set time and date.
All large vaccination site appointments can be booked through the National Booking System or by calling 119.
They include :
- Newcastle Racecourse
- The Centre For Life Vaccination Centre
- The Nightingale Vaccination Centre North East (located in Washington).