People aged 75 and over, those aged six months and over who are immunosuppressed, and residents of older adult care homes are now eligible for the COVID-19 spring vaccination.
COVID-19 continues to spread year‑round and can be very serious, especially for older people and those with weakened immune systems. Protection from previous infection or vaccination can fade over time, so topping up your immunity is important if you are at higher risk.
The vaccine offers strong protection against severe illness, hospitalisation and death. The NHS will invite eligible people, but you do not need to wait for an invitation to book.
Matthew Dominey, Consultant in Public Health and Screening and Immunisation Lead, NHS England South West, said: “COVID-19 remains a serious risk for those most vulnerable. If you are eligible – aged 75 or over (by 30 June 2025), immunosuppressed, or living in an older adult care home – make sure you get vaccinated this spring. Appointments are available at pharmacies, GP practices and walk‑in clinics, with bookings open now.”
The spring vaccination programme runs until 30 June. Appointments can be booked up to 29 June, with vaccinations starting from 13 April.
Who can get the spring booster?
You are eligible if you are:
- Aged 75 or over (or if you turn 75 by 30 June 2026)
- Living in a care home for older adults
- Severely immunosuppressed..
Why should I get the booster?
- Reduces your risk of getting very poorly
- Helps you recover faster if you do catch it
- Reduces the chance of needing to go to hospital.
How to get your vaccination
You can book an appointment via the NHS app, online on the NHS website, by calling 119 or 18001 119 on a text phone.
You can also attend a community Covid booster clinic (see dates and locations below).
If you receive health care at home, speak with your GP about a home visit.
Community Covid booster clinics
Our Outreach Vaccination and Health team are also offering drop-in COVID-19 clinics to those who are eligible.
People eligible include:
- all adults aged 75 years and over
- residents in older adult registered care homes
- people aged 6 months and over who are severely immunosuppressed.
As well as a COVID booster you can receive a blood pressure check, healthcare advice and signposting to free local services.
No appointment required
If you are eligible and would like to take up the offer of a free COVID vaccine at one of our drop-in clinics, simply drop in – no appointment is required.
Please see locations, dates and times below:
Monday 20 April - Cam, Dursley
Location: GL11 Community Hub
Address: Fairmead, Cam, Dursley GL11 5JS
Wednesday 22 April - Cheltenham
Location: Wednesday Club at Holiday Inn
Address: Holiday Inn Express, 33 Dunalley Street, Cheltenham GL50 4AP
Wednesday 22 April - Gloucester
Location: St Catharine’s Church
Address: London Road, Gloucester GL2 0RR
Monday 27 April - Northway, Tewkesbury
Location: Northway Community Hub
Address: Lee Walk, Northway, Tewkesbury GL20 8QG
Tuesday 28 April - Berkeley
Location: Gl13 Community Hub & Library
Address: School Lane, Marybrook Street, Berkeley GL13 9DQ
Tuesday 5 May - Longlevens, Gloucester
Location: Longlevens Chatty Café
Address: Longlevens Community Centre, Church Road, Longlevens, Gloucester GL2 0AJ
Wednesday 6 May - Frampton on Severn
Location: Cadbury Hall Community Centre
Address: Lake Lane, Frampton on Severn GL2 7HG
Wednesday 6 May - Cheltenham
Location: Cornerstone Community Centre
Address: 1 Severn Road, Cheltenham GL52 5QA
Thursday 7 May - Gloucester
Location: Gloucester Women’s Centre Lunch Club
Address: Belsize House, 1 Brunswick Square, Gloucester GL1 1UG
Monday 11 May - Stonehouse
Location: All Pulling Together
Address: 1 Park Parade, Park Road, Stonehouse GL10 2DB
Tuesday 12 May - Cirencester
Location: Cirencester Livestock Market
Address: The Tithe, Cotswold Agricultural Centre, Cirencester GL7 5QA
Monday 18 May - Wotton-under-Edge
Location: The Keepers Community Hub
Address: Symn Lane, Wotton-under-Edge GL12 7BD
Tuesday 19 May - Ashchurch, Tewkesbury
Location: Ashchurch Community Hub
Address: Ashchurch Village Hall, Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury GL20 8LA
Thursday 28 May - Cirencester
Location: Cirencester Livestock Market
Address: The Tithe, Cotswold Agricultural Centre, Cirencester GL7 5QA
Friday 29 May - Cheltenham
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: Springbank Community Resource Centre
Address: Ron Smith Pavilion, Springbank Way, Cheltenham GL51 0LH
Wednesday 3 June - Gloucester
Location: St Catharine’s Church
Address: London Road, Gloucester GL2 0RR
Friday 5 June - Cheltenham
Location: Cornerstone Community Centre
Address: 1 Severn Road, Cheltenham GL52 5QA
