Ingrave Pharmacy in Brentwood provides NHS and private flu and COVID vaccinations from September through January, offering online booking and walk-in options at their clinic.
Book online or call. We will confirm your eligibility and available vaccine options for you.
A pharmacist performs a health check, reviewing your allergies and conditions before the vaccine appointment.
Receive your quick injection, wait briefly, and receive written aftercare information before you depart today.
Flu and COVID are not mild seasonal illnesses for everyone. In the UK, influenza causes thousands of deaths in an average year, and COVID-19 continues to circulate with the potential to cause serious illness in vulnerable people.
Vaccination reduces your risk of hospitalisation and severe symptoms. It also reduces transmission to those around you who may be more vulnerable than you. Getting protected each season is one of the most practical steps you can take for your own health and your household’s.
Certain groups are considerably more likely to experience serious complications from flu or COVID. These include adults aged 65 and over, pregnant women, and people living with long-term conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, COPD, asthma, or kidney disease.
People who are immunocompromised, whether from illness or treatment like chemotherapy, are also at high risk. Young children under two are particularly vulnerable to influenza. If you fall into any of these categories, annual vaccination is the recommended course of action from NHS clinical guidance.
For NHS-funded COVID boosters, eligibility is reviewed seasonally by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation. Current guidance prioritises adults aged 75 and over, care home residents, and people aged 6 months to 74 who are immunocompromised.
We use the Viatris Influvac vaccine at Ingrave Pharmacy. This is an inactivated influenza vaccine, meaning it contains no live virus. It works by prompting your immune system to produce antibodies against the flu strains most likely to circulate that season.
The formulation is updated every year based on World Health Organization recommendations. It takes around two weeks from vaccination to reach full effect. We carry it from September through January each year.
For COVID vaccination, we currently offer three MHRA-approved vaccines:
All three work by training your immune system to recognise the spike protein on the COVID-19 virus. If you’ve received COVID vaccines previously, a seasonal booster helps maintain your protection as the virus continues to change. Our pharmacist or Independent Prescriber will advise which product is most appropriate based on your health history and any previous vaccines you’ve had.
Most adults benefit from flu and COVID vaccination, particularly those in high-risk groups. If you’re over 65, pregnant, have a long-term health condition, or work in health and social care, vaccination is the standard recommendation. Healthy adults outside the eligible groups can still choose to vaccinate privately to reduce their own risk.
Do not receive the flu vaccine if you have a confirmed severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to any of its ingredients, including egg proteins in some formulations. If you have a high fever on the day of your appointment, we’ll ask you to rebook once you’ve recovered.
Side effects from both vaccines are common and usually mild. They indicate your immune system is building a response.
The most frequent reactions include a sore arm at the injection site, mild fatigue, headache, or a low-grade temperature in the day or two after your jab. These typically pass on their own within 48 hours. Serious reactions are rare.
Anaphylaxis is very uncommon but is a known risk with any vaccine. This is why we ask all patients to remain with us for approximately 15 minutes after administration. Our team is trained to recognise and manage allergic reactions.
Every vaccination at Ingrave Pharmacy sits under the clinical oversight of a qualified Independent Prescriber, giving you a higher level of clinical assessment.
Whether you're eligible for a free NHS vaccine or paying privately, we manage both without the need to visit separate providers or clinics.
We offer walk-in vaccination appointments when capacity allows, alongside pre-bookable online slots for patients who prefer to plan ahead.
Ingrave Pharmacy has been operating in Brentwood borough for more than two decades, with a consistent record of patient care and strong Google reviews.
Most vaccination visits take around 15 minutes. We're open Monday to Friday from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm, including during term time and school holidays.
We are conveniently located in Ingrave and provide pharmacy services to patients across the wider Brentwood district and beyond.
Brentwood CM13 2BN, United Kingdom
ingravepharmacy@gmail.com
Bus 21 & 79 stop right outside
Yes, it’s safe to have both at the same visit. We can administer them together, saving you a second trip to the pharmacy this season.
Every year. Flu strains change each season, so last year’s vaccine may not protect you from the current circulating strains. Annual vaccination is recommended for all eligible groups.
Bring your NHS number if claiming a free vaccine, and wear clothing with easy access to your upper arm. Please mention any known allergies or previous vaccine reactions when you arrive.
Yes. Strain formulations are standardised across all UK providers each year. We use Viatris Influvac, an MHRA-approved inactivated flu vaccine widely used across the NHS and private sector.
Most medications don’t affect vaccination. If you take blood thinners or immunosuppressants, mention them when you arrive. Our pharmacist will review your medication before proceeding with any vaccine.
Getting vaccinated at Ingrave Pharmacy is straightforward. Book online, call us on 01277 229203, or walk in during opening hours. We’re at 21 Eastham Crescent, Ingrave, Brentwood, CM13.
