How do I order my prescription online from Kingfisher Pharmacy in Wakefield?

Use our online prescription request form. Enter your details and select your Wakefield GP surgery. We collect your prescription from the surgery and contact you when ready for collection or local delivery.

How do I nominate Kingfisher Pharmacy as my pharmacy in Wakefield?

Telephone 01924 291898 or visit 192 Kirkgate, Wakefield WF1 1UE. Once nominated, we collect your prescriptions from your GP and have them ready and waiting.

What travel vaccinations are available in Wakefield?

Kingfisher Pharmacy Wakefield offers Hepatitis A (£55), Hepatitis B (£45/dose), Typhoid (£35), Meningitis ACWY (£55), Rabies (£65/dose), Japanese Encephalitis (£85/dose), Yellow Fever (£75), and seasonal flu jabs.

Flu Jabs in Wakefield

Name: Kingfisher Pharmacy
Address: 192 Kirkgate, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 1UE, GB
Telephone: 01924 291898

Flu jabs in Wakefield don't need to mean a three-month wait or a journey across town. We've got them ready — NHS-eligible or private — with minimal fuss and a pharmacist who actually knows your medical history.

Why Flu Jabs in Wakefield Matters

Wakefield residents in WF1 and WF2 are getting flu covered locally, without the GP backlog. Autumn to early winter is when flu hits hardest, and if you wait until the NHS clinic is booked solid, you're either queuing or going without. We stock seasonal flu vaccines year-round — not just September — because colds turn into flu faster than you'd think, especially for over-60s, anyone with a chronic condition, or healthcare workers. Most of our patients live within three miles of Kirkgate. We know Wakefield's winter, and we know when the school-age cluster hits. Getting jabbed in October or early November gives you the full season's protection.

What's Included

NHS flu vaccination — Free if you're eligible. We handle the eligibility check.
Private flu jab — £15 for those who choose private or aren't eligible for NHS.
Quick appointment — Typically 10 minutes with the pharmacist.
You're on our system — We work with your GP's records, so no repeating your medical history.

Pricing & Process

Call 01924 291898 to book an appointment, or ask when you're in-store. If you're eligible for NHS flu vaccination (over 65, pregnant, certain medical conditions, or work in health/care), it's free. Otherwise, it's £15 for a private jab. Most appointments take 10 minutes. You'll leave with your vaccination card, and we'll note it in our system and send details to your GP.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who gets a free NHS flu jab?

A: Anyone over 65. Pregnant people. People with certain chronic health conditions — asthma, diabetes, heart disease, long-term kidney or lung conditions, immune problems, or certain neurological conditions. Care home residents. Healthcare workers. If you're unsure, call us on 01924 291898. We can check your eligibility.

Q: When should I book?

A: October and November are the ideal window — the vaccine is most effective if you get it early in flu season. But we can still vaccinate through winter. The sooner you book, the sooner you're protected. Call us and ask for availability.

Q: Do I need an appointment?

A: It's best to call ahead so we can fit you in without a long wait. We're a small independent pharmacy, so walk-ins might face a short queue. Either way, the phone call takes 30 seconds.

Q: Can I get vaccinated the same day I call?

A: Often, yes — but it depends on our schedule that day. Call us and we'll tell you straight away. If today doesn't work, we'll find you a slot within a few days.

Q: What if I'm allergic to eggs?

A: Speak to your pharmacist. We'll check which vaccine is best for you. Some people with egg allergies can still be safely vaccinated; others need a different jab. This is something to discuss when you call or visit.

Flu jabs are one of the few things you can do right now to protect yourself. We're here on Kirkgate, every weekday. Call 01924 291898 or visit 192 Kirkgate, Wakefield WF1 1UE — no appointment needed if you drop by.