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:
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
Wednesday 13 May - Cinderford
Time: 11am-2pm
Location: Veterans FoD
Address: Cinderford Rugby Club, Dockham Road, Cinderford GL14 2AQ
Friday 15 May - Kingswood
Time: 10am-12.30pm
Location: The Keepers, Kingswood
Address: St Mary’s Room, St Mary’s Church, High Street, Kingswood GL12 8RS
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
Wednesday 27 May - North Nibley
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: Drop-in at The Keepers, North Nibley
Address: North Nibley Chapel, Barrs Lane GL11 6DT
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
Monday 1 June - Newent
Time: 12pm-1.30pm
Location: Newent Sharing Kitchen
Address: Newent Community Centre, Ross Road, Newent GL18 1BD
Tuesday 2 June - Sedbury
Time: 12pm-1.3pm
Location: One Stop Café
Address: Sedbury and Beachley Village Hall, King Alfred’s Road, Sedbury NP16 7AQ
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
Tuesday 9 June - Ruardean
Time: 11.30am-1.30pm
Location: Meet and Eat Group
Address: Ash Dene Road, The Pludds, Ruardean GL17 9UQ
Tuesday 30 June - Cirencester
Time: 2pm-3.30pm
Location: Churn Project Friendship Café
Address: Ashcroft Church and Centre, 21 Ashcroft Road, Cirencester GL7 1RA
