18 September 2025

St Mary’s Vaccination Centre is getting ready to open its doors to the public on Wednesday 1 October as the seasonal vaccination programme begins.

St. Mary’s Vaccination Centre is offering:

  • Flu vaccinations to adults over 65 years and their carers or close contacts.
  • COVID-19 vaccinations to adults over 75 years
  • both vaccinations to those aged over 18 years with severe immunosuppression
  • separate clinics will be available for babies and children aged 6 months to age 18 with severe immunosuppression.

There are several ways to get seasonal vaccinations. Many people will be invited for an appointment, but if you are eligible, you do not need to wait to be invited, you can book now using the National Booking System, by calling 119, or using the NHS App.

St Mary’s Vaccination Centre will offer a walk-in service, however booked appointments will be prioritised so using the National Booking Service is advised to help keep waiting times down.

The Vaccination Centre will be open from:

  • 1 October to 16 October, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 8am to 5:30pm
  • 20 October to 30 October, and will be open on a Monday and Wednesday, 8am to 12:30pm.

Sue Lightfoot, Hospital Vaccination Centre Clinical Lead, said: “Flu and COVID-19 can be more serious for older people and those with certain underlying health conditions, and we know that protection from vaccines can decline over time. That is why booster doses are offered, to help maintain strong protection against becoming seriously ill or needing hospital care if you catch COVID or flu.

“If you are unable to attend the Hospital Vaccination Centre, you can visit one of our Health & Wellbeing Clinics. At these clinics, you can access a range of health and wellbeing support, including blood pressure and BMI checks, dietary advice, smoking cessation signposting, advice on early cancer screening and referrals to social and wellbeing support services. Seasonal vaccinations are also available at these clinics as part of the offer. The clinics will be running at community venues across the island, making it easier than ever to access protection close to home.”

If you are not sure if you have a condition that means you are eligible for the vaccination, or you need help with booking an appointment, the NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID Vaccination Helpline team will be able to help via 0300 561 0018.