Preston City Council confirm this week’s walk-in Covid vaccination centres

New walk-in vaccine clinics are now available to Preston residents. Pic: Pixabay

Preston City Council has announced a number of new local walk-in clinics for residents to receive their Covid-19 vaccinations.

The council said these sites make getting the jab easier and more convenient, with clinicians on hand to answer questions and address any concerns people might have.

Anybody over the age of 18 is now eligible to receive a Covid-19 vaccine at any clinic venue. No appointment is needed, and residents can walk in during operating hours.

Hot weather has been predicted throughout the week, so arrive prepared with a drink and sunscreen as there may be a wait upon arrival.

Anybody living or working in Preston and its surrounding areas, as well as carers for those who live in the local area, can access a vaccination via walk-in and mobile sites.

The clinics will be running throughout the day, and there is no need to book an appointment. Residents will be greeted by marshals, who will direct you to the right place and explain the process.

Once you have received your vaccination, there is a waiting area where the team will make sure you are well. You will also be provided with information on how to manage any side effects you may experience.

Social distancing measures will be in place throughout, and please remember to wear a mask unless you are exempt. Please check which site is offering which vaccine below before you attend.

The locations are as follows:

Venue – Preston Grasshoppers Rugby Football Club, Lightfoot Green Lane, Preston, PR4 0AP
Date – Monday – Sunday *2nd dose AZ, plus Thursday and Saturday 1st dose Pfizer
Time – 8.30am – 6.30pm

Venue – St John’s Shopping Centre, Preston, PR1 1FB
Date – Monday – Sunday *Moderna, plus 2^nd dose AZ
Time – 8am – 8pm

Venue – Queen’s Retail Park, Queen St, Preston, PR1 4HZ
Date – Friday 25 June *Pfizer 1st dose only
Time – 10am – 4pm

Venue – Flag Market, Preston, PR1 2AP
Date – Saturday 26 June *Pfizer 1st dose only
Time – 10am – 4pm

Venue – Issa Medical Centre, Preston, PR1 6YA
Date – Sunday 27 June * AstraZeneca 1st and 2nd doses (over 40 only) *
Time – 9am – 12:30pm

Venue – Issa Medical Centre, Preston, PR1 6YA
Date – Sunday 27 June * Pfizer 1st and 2nd doses only *
Time – 1pm – 5pm

For more information, please visit https://www.preston.gov.uk/GetYourJab

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