Business Details
Your Trusted NHS Pharmacy in Ashwell
Ashwell Pharmacy is an independent NHS Community Pharmacy serving the people of Ashwell and surrounding areas. Established as a trusted healthcare provider, we offer a comprehensive range of NHS and private pharmacy services, including prescription dispensing, health checks, and specialist travel health consultations. Our team of qualified pharmacists and healthcare professionals is dedicated to delivering high-quality care with a focus on patient safety and wellbeing.We provide essential services such as blood pressure monitoring, emergency contraception, and travel vaccinations, including yellow fever certification. Our commitment to community health is reflected in our accessible, patient-centred approach and our ability to offer same-day appointments for urgent needs. We pride ourselves on maintaining professional standards while ensuring our services remain convenient and affordable for all our customers.
Services
NHS Flu Vaccination
Travel Vaccinations
Blood Pressure Checks
Emergency Contraception
Medical Cannabis Service
Health Advice
Prescription Services
Stoma Supplies
Weight Management
Ear Infection Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer NHS and private pharmacy services with expert medication management
- Highly-rated travel health clinic with yellow fever vaccination certification
- Free blood pressure checks and cardiovascular risk assessments
- Emergency contraception and same-day appointments available
- Medical cannabis service with UK-manufactured treatment options
Associations and certifications
- General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
What people say
Professional staff
Comprehensive travel advice
Convenient appointments
Accurate prescriptions
Friendly service
Services
NHS Flu Vaccination
Our NHS-accredited flu vaccination service protects against seasonal influenza strains. Available to eligible patients free of charge, with flexible appointment times including early mornings and Saturdays. The service includes pre-vaccination consultation and post-immunisation advice from our qualified pharmacists.
Travel Vaccinations
Comprehensive travel health service offering yellow fever certification and vaccinations against hepatitis, typhoid, and other destination-specific diseases. Includes risk assessment, itinerary-based recommendations, and supply of necessary medications for malaria prophylaxis and traveller's diarrhoea.
Blood Pressure Checks
Professional blood pressure monitoring using calibrated equipment, with assessment of cardiovascular risk factors. Service includes lifestyle advice on diet and exercise, and referral to GPs when readings indicate potential health concerns requiring further investigation.
Medical Cannabis Service
Specialist service providing access to UK-manufactured medical cannabis products. Includes eligibility assessment, dosage guidance, and ongoing support for patients with chronic pain, epilepsy, and other qualifying conditions under specialist clinic supervision.
Emergency Contraception
Confidential emergency hormonal contraception service available without prescription under Patient Group Direction. Pharmacists provide eligibility assessment, administration instructions, and follow-up advice regarding regular contraceptive options and STI prevention.
People
Dhaval Patel
Superintendent Pharmacist
MRPharmS-registered pharmacist with extensive community pharmacy experience, overseeing clinical governance and service standards at Ashwell Pharmacy. Specialises in medication safety and patient counselling.
Questions
Do you offer free NHS flu jabs?
Yes, we provide free NHS flu vaccinations to eligible patients meeting clinical criteria.
What travel vaccines are available?
We offer yellow fever, hepatitis A/B, typhoid, rabies, and destination-specific vaccinations.
Can I get same-day appointments?
Yes, we offer same-day travel health consultations and emergency contraception services.
Do you stock stoma supplies?
Yes, we maintain a comprehensive range of stoma and continence products in stock.
Is medical cannabis available?
Yes, we provide UK-manufactured medical cannabis products through specialist referral.
What health checks do you offer?
We provide blood pressure monitoring, cardiovascular risk assessments, and diabetes screening.
