Flu and Covid-19 Autumn/Winter Vaccination Campaign 2026
Our Autumn/Winter 2026 vaccination campaign is getting underway
Vaccination helps protect people who are at greater risk of becoming seriously unwell from flu and COVID-19 during the colder months.
Who will be offered a COVID-19 vaccination?
The COVID-19 vaccine is being offered to:
- People aged 75 years and over (including those who turn 75 by 31 January 2027)
- Residents in care homes for older adults
- People aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed, as defined in the national guidance
Who will be offered a flu vaccination?
The seasonal flu vaccination programme is offered to eligible groups, including people who are at increased risk from flu and certain age groups.
If you are eligible for a flu vaccination, we will contact you when it is time to arrange your appointment.
If you feel you are eligible but have not received an invite, please call the surgery reception on 01200 401680.
How will we contact you?
📱 If we have a mobile number for you:
You will receive a text message invitation with information about how to book your vaccination.
📞 If you do not have a mobile phone:
Don’t worry — we will contact you using an appropriate alternative method.
If you receive an invitation, please follow the instructions provided to arrange your vaccination.
Please help us to keep your contact details up to date
If your mobile number or contact details have recently changed, please let the practice know so that we can contact you when appropriate.
Thank you for helping us to make this year’s vaccination programme run as smoothly as possible.
Important note on the Autumn/Winter 2026 eligibility for the Covid19 vaccine:
The COVID-19 vaccine is being offered to:
- People aged 75 years and over (including those who turn 75 by 31 January 2027)
- Residents in care homes for older adults
- People aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed, as defined in the national guidance
For more information see: