Seasonal Vaccinations
Non-urgent advice: Autumn/Winter Flu and COVID Vaccination Programme 2026 - Updated August 27th 2026
Our annual autumn and winter flu and COVID-19 vaccination programme is starting soon.
We have ordered vaccines for all eligible patients of The Cranborne Practice. Getting vaccinated with us helps us manage your care.
Flu Vaccine Eligibility
You are eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine if you meet any of the following criteria:
- Aged 65 or over (including those who will reach age 65 by 31 March 2026)
- Aged 18 to 64 years with an underlying health condition that puts you at risk (as defined by NHS criteria)
- Pregnant
- Living with someone who has a weakened immune system or is at higher risk of severe infection
- Carers, including those who receive Carer’s Allowance or are the main carer for an older or disabled person
- Frontline health and social care workers who cannot access a vaccine through an occupational health scheme at work
COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility
In line with advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), you are eligible for the autumn 2026 COVID-19 booster if you are:
- Aged 75 years and over
- A resident in a care home for older adults
- Aged 6 months and over with a weakened immune system (immunosuppressed, as defined in the UK Health Security Agency)
Vaccination Clinic Dates
For adults:
- Aged 65 or over: Saturday 3rd October and Saturday 17th October
- Other eligible adults: Saturday 10th October.
These clinics will be held as drive throughs.
For children:
- Nasal flu vaccine clinics will be held as in surgery clinics - dates to be confirmed.
How to Book Your Appointment
- Online (Fastest): We will send you a text message with a direct link to book your appointment online.
- By phone or in person: If you prefer not to book online, speak to our reception team at Lake Road or call us on 01202 822825 or 01725 517272.
- Haven't heard from us? If you think you are eligible and have not received an invite by the end of September, please contact us.
Winter flu (influenza) vaccination
Influenza (flu) vaccination is important because, while flu is unpleasant for most people, it can be dangerous and even life-threatening for some, particularly those with certain health conditions. Getting vaccinated helps protect individuals from flu and relieves the pressure on the NHS and social care services.
Read more information on the flu vaccination on the NHS website.
COVID-19 vaccination
The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect against COVID-19 virus, which can be a serious or life-threatening illness.
Getting the COVID vaccine can help reduce your risk of getting severe symptoms and help you recover more quickly if you catch COVID. It protects against different types of the COVID virus and can help reduce your risk of being hospitalised if you become infected.
Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccination on the NHS website.
Find out the other vaccination services we offer at The Cranborne Practice at myvaccination.com
Page created: 13 April 2023
