COVID-19 and FLU Vaccinations
Protection from vaccines can decline over time. Booster doses for influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are offered to help maintain strong protection against becoming seriously unwell or needing hospital care if you catch these viruses. Both flu and COVID-19 can cause serious or life-threatening illness.
These vaccines are offered to people at higher risk of complications, helping to ensure they remain well protected. The COVID-19 booster is available seasonally, while the flu vaccine is offered each autumn.
If you are eligible for the Autumn/Winter COVID & flu vaccinations, the NHS will contact you when it’s your turn to be vaccinated.
Who is eligible for a Flu vaccine
The following people will be offered a flu vaccine this autumn:
- those aged 65 years and over
- those aged 18 years to under 65 years in clinical risk groups (as defined by the Green Book, Influenza chapter 19 )
- those in long-stay residential care homes
- carers in receipt of carer’s allowance, or those who are the main carer of an elderly or disabled person
- close contacts of people with immunosuppression
- All frontline health care & social care workers, including both clinical and non-clinical staff who have contact with patients
Who is eligible for a seasonal COVID-19 vaccine
The following people will be offered a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine this autumn:
- all adults aged 75 years and over
- residents in a care home for older adults
- individuals aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed, as defined in tables 3 and 4 of the COVID-19 chapter of the Green Book.
For individuals in the above groups who have had or not had any previous doses, it is recommended that they receive a single dose of COVID-19 vaccine during the campaign period.
St Mary's Vaccination Centre (formerly Vaccination Hub)
From 1 October 2026, St. Mary’s Vaccination Centre is offering Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
The Centre is located in the South Block building, opposite the Duck Pond.
Wheelchair access is available at the rear of South Block, behind the Podiatry Department. Additional accessible parking and entry are also available at the back of South Block via the Laidlaw entrance (take the first left at the B&Q roundabout when coming from Newport).
Use this map to locate the St. Mary's Vaccination Centre.
Getting your vaccination for adults over 18
We recommend that you book an appointment via the National Booking Service or by using the mobile phone NHS App, or by calling 119. Vaccination Centre appointments will be available to book from 14 September 2026.
Alternatively, from 1 October 2026, you can also walk-in (no appointment needed) however, booked appointments will be prioritised and you may have a long wait.
May we politely ask that you do not call NHS 111, St Mary’s Hospital Switchboard or the Vaccine Centre regarding COVID vaccinations as we are unable to book or amend appointments.
Opening times at St Mary’s Vaccination Centre:
St Mary's Vaccination Centre will open on 1 October 2026 until end of January 2027.
Days open will be subject to demand, so please refer to this page prior to walking-in to the Vaccination Centre.
The Vaccination Centre will be open from:
- 1 October to 15 October, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday - 8am to 2pm
- 19 October to 17 December, on Monday and Wednesday - 8am to 2pm
The NHS website has more information about Winter vaccinations and winter health
For Children and babies over 6 months
If you require a COVID-19 vaccination for your child or baby over 6 months old, please contact the Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID-19 Vaccination Helpline number below, who will arrange this for you. These will take place at the Vaccination Centre and will also be available to book on NBS. There are no walk-ins offered for this group.
Changing your appointment
If you have booked your appointment through the National Booking Service and need to change it, please visit the website or the mobile phone NHS App or call 119 between 8am and 8pm. Calls to 119 are free from mobiles and landlines. They can provide support in over 200 languages.
You can also contact the Hampshire and Isle of Wight COVID-19 Vaccination Helpline for further information on how to book, including getting information in other languages such as Polish, Arabic, Chinese, Bengali and more, as well as the latest information on eligibility. Call 0300 561 0018 from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, and 9am to 1pm at weekends.
