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Covid-19 vaccine clinics in Gateshead and Newcastle

Thursday 22 July 2021

Gateshead

In Gateshead, we have GP-led vaccine centres at Blaydon, Birtley, Felling, the Bede Centre and Rawling Road practice as well as a vaccination hub at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Alternatively, you may find it easier to attend a large vaccination centre such as the Centre for Life in Newcastle or the Nightingale Hospital near Sunderland. To book an appointment, call 119 between 7am and 11pm or visit the main NHS website.

Newcastle

You can view all vaccination centres, walk-in clinics, drop-in vaccine clinics, vaccination buses and pharmacies offering the covid-19 vaccine in Newcastle via the interactive map here.

For more information on where you can get your vaccine visit the Newcastle City Council website.

Important Information

  • The Pfizer vaccine is offered to people under the age of 40. If you are 40 or over, you will be offered the Astra Zeneca vaccine. There are no age restrictions on the Moderna vaccine.
  • To have a second dose, you must have had your first vaccine at least eight weeks before.
  • Appointments to get the vaccine at large vaccines centre such as the Nightingale Hospital or Centre for Life, are available via the NHS website or by calling 119 between 7am and 11pm.