Vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family and local health services during the colder months. The autumn/winter 2026 Covid vaccination programme runs from 1 October 2026 to 31 January 2027 and is being delivered alongside the seasonal flu programme.
Who can get a free flu vaccine?
You may be eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine if you: are aged 65 or over, are pregnant, have certain long-term health conditions, are a carer, live in a long-stay residential care home, are a frontline health or social care worker, live with someone who has a weakened immune system, or are experiencing homelessness.
You may be eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine if you: are aged 65 or over, are pregnant, have certain long-term health conditions, are a carer, live in a long-stay residential care home, are a frontline health or social care worker, live with someone who has a weakened immune system, or are experiencing homelessness.
Who can get a Covid vaccine this autumn?
The autumn 2026 Covid vaccine is available for adults aged 75 and over, residents in care homes for older adults, and people aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed.
The autumn 2026 Covid vaccine is available for adults aged 75 and over, residents in care homes for older adults, and people aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed.
Eligible people may be offered both vaccines at the same appointment where appropriate. It is perfectly safe to have both vaccinations at the same time and can offer better protection than having them at different times.
How to get vaccinated
If you're eligible, you can book through the NHS App or online via the NHS website. You can also contact your GP practice or visit participating local pharmacies. Your GP may contact you directly.
If you're eligible, you can book through the NHS App or online via the NHS website. You can also contact your GP practice or visit participating local pharmacies. Your GP may contact you directly.
Alternatively, residents can visit a pop-up clinic at 145 King Street, Hammersmith, London W6 9XY, on Thursday 19 November from 10:15am to 4pm. No appointment is needed for the drop-in clinic.
Flu and Covid can cause serious illness, especially in older people, pregnant women and those with underlying health conditions. Getting vaccinated helps reduce your risk of severe illness, hospital admission and complications this winter.
