Travel & Vaccination
Vaccinations
We can help with your children’s vaccination needs, whether this is a standard vaccination schedule or travel vaccinations.
Vaccination Support We Offer
Standard Vaccination Schedules
Routine childhood vaccinations delivered on schedule.
Travel Vaccinations
Vaccinations and advice tailored to your family’s travel plans.
Vaccinations We Offer
BCG Vaccine
The BCG vaccine protects against tuberculosis (TB), a serious infection which affects the lungs and sometimes other parts of the body such as the bones, joints and kidneys - it can also cause meningitis. For anyone aged over 6, a blood test is required beforehand to check for exposure to TB or previous vaccination; we contact the patient about a week later with the results, which determine whether the BCG vaccine is needed. BCG vaccination is rarely given to anyone over the age of 16, and never over the age of 35, as it doesn't work very well in adults - it is, however, given to adults aged 16 to 35 who are at risk of TB through their work, such as some healthcare workers.
Chicken Pox Vaccine
Chickenpox is a common childhood infection. Usually it's mild and complications are rare, and almost all children develop immunity after infection so most only catch it once - though the disease can be more severe in adults, and a patient may get a mild form of chicken pox within 6 weeks of vaccination. Certain groups are at greater risk of serious complications from chickenpox, including people with weakened immune systems (through illnesses such as HIV, or treatments like chemotherapy) and pregnant women - chickenpox can be very serious for an unborn baby, potentially causing a range of serious birth defects as well as severe disease in the baby when it is born.
HPV Vaccine (Cervical Cancer, 9–14 Years)
The human papilloma virus (HPV) is the name given to a family of viruses. Different types of HPV are classed as either high risk or low risk, depending on the conditions they can cause - for instance, some types can cause warts or verrucas, while others are associated with cervical cancer. In 99% of cases, cervical cancer occurs as a result of a history of infection with high-risk types of HPV; often, infection with HPV causes no symptoms.
Influenza Vaccine
Please note: we are not always able to stock the influenza vaccine - call the practice for up-to-date availability. Flu is a contagious virus spread by coughs and sneezes; symptoms start suddenly and can be severe, including a fever of 38°C (100.4°F) or above, tiredness and weakness that may last several weeks, headache, general aches and pains, a dry, chesty cough, a blocked or runny nose, sneezing and a sore throat. If otherwise fit and healthy you may not be eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, but it can still be a useful option privately if you want to reduce your chances of catching flu, work or commute around many people, or can't afford the time needed to recover.
Meningitis B (Infant 2–5 Months)
The Men B vaccine protects your baby against infection by meningococcal group B bacteria, which are responsible for more than 90% of meningococcal infections in young children. Meningococcal infections can be very serious, causing meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can lead to severe brain damage, amputations and, in some cases, death.
Meningitis B (Infant 6–11 Months)
The Meningitis B vaccine protects your baby against infection by meningococcal group B bacteria, which are responsible for more than 90% of meningococcal infections in young children. Meningococcal infections can be very serious, causing meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can lead to severe brain damage, amputations and, in some cases, death.
Meningitis B (Infant 12–23 Months)
The Meningitis B vaccine protects your baby against infection by meningococcal group B bacteria, which are responsible for more than 90% of meningococcal infections in young children. Meningococcal infections can be very serious, causing meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can lead to severe brain damage, amputations and, in some cases, death.
Meningitis B (Child 2–10 Years)
The Meningitis B vaccine protects your child against infection by meningococcal group B bacteria, which are responsible for more than 90% of meningococcal infections in young children. Meningococcal infections can be very serious, causing meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can lead to severe brain damage, amputations and, in some cases, death. Meningitis and septicaemia caused by meningococcal group B bacteria can affect people of any age, but is most common in babies and young children.
Meningitis B (Over 11 Years+)
The Men B vaccine protects against infection by meningococcal group B bacteria, which are responsible for more than 90% of meningococcal infections in young children. Meningococcal infections can be very serious, causing meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can lead to severe brain damage, amputations and, in some cases, death. Meningitis and septicaemia caused by meningococcal group B bacteria can affect people of any age, but is most common in babies and young children.
Pneumococcal Vaccine (Over 2 Years)
The pneumococcal vaccine (sometimes called the "pneumo jab" or pneumonia vaccine) protects against pneumococcal infections. These are caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae and can lead to pneumonia, septicaemia (a type of blood poisoning) and meningitis. More than 90 different strains of the pneumococcal bacterium have been identified, though only around 8–10 of them cause the most serious infections.
Pneumovax
Pneumonia is a lung condition that can have serious health implications and, in some cases, can be fatal. Other health conditions can make a person more vulnerable, and the NHS offers vaccination for those individuals - but pneumonia can occur at any age, so private vaccination may still be worth considering.
Shingles Vaccine (Over 55 Years)
This is a live vaccine containing a weakened form of the chickenpox virus. Only one dose is needed to significantly reduce your chances of developing shingles, and even if you do go on to develop it, your symptoms are likely to be milder and the illness shorter. The vaccine also works well in people who have had shingles before, boosting immunity against further attacks, and is considered very safe with few side effects - very occasionally people may develop a chickenpox-like illness following vaccination, in fewer than 1 in 10,000 cases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your Questions, Our Answers
Can adults have the BCG vaccine?
The BCG vaccine is rarely given to adults over 16, and not given to those over 35, except where there is an occupational risk such as for some healthcare workers. A blood test is required beforehand for anyone over 6.
Do I need a consultation before a vaccination?
Vaccine consultations are required for non-members. Speak to our team when booking to confirm what applies to the vaccination you need.
Vaccination Pricing
Fees are quoted per dose. Prices below apply to non-members; a vaccine consultation fee of £60 applies for non-members.
BCG Vaccine (under 6 years)
1 injection.
£145
BCG Vaccine (over 6 years)
1 injection. Requires a TB blood screen prior to vaccination.
£145
Chicken Pox Vaccine
2 injections: day 0 and 4–8 weeks. Protection lasts 9 years to lifelong.
£125 per injection
HPV Vaccine (9–14 years)
2 injections: day 0 and 6 months.
£210 per injection
Influenza Vaccine (from 6 months)
1 injection. Protection lasts 1 year.
£45
Meningitis B (Over 11 years+)
2 injections, 2 months apart.
Price on request - contact the practice
Pneumovax 23
1 injection. Protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria.
TBC - contact the practice
Shingles (Over 55 years)
1 injection. Lifelong protection.
£295
Meningitis B pricing for infants and young children, and other vaccines, are available on our full price list.
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