Seasonal Covid-19
Top up your protection against COVID-19 by getting vaccinated this winter if you are eligible.
Those at increased risk from severe illness can get the vaccine, including those aged 75 or over, people with a weakened immune system or who live in an older adult care home. Those eligible will be able book from 1 September 2025 for appointments from 1 October 2025.
If eligible, you do not need to wait for an invitation to book your vaccine. To book, please visit the NHS App, the NHS website (www.nhs.uk/book-vaccine) or call 119 for free. You may also be able to visit a walk-in site which does not require a booking (www.nhs.uk/covid-walk-in).
Don’t get caught out. If you or your child are eligible, make sure you get any extra protection you need this winter. Get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Eligibility:
Similar to previous campaigns, the NHS advice is to offer the COVID-19 vaccine to those at high risk of serious disease and who are therefore most likely to benefit from vaccination.
The following groups are eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine this winter.
Adults aged 75 years and over (those aged 75 years or over on 31st January 2026).
Get vaccinated anytime between 1st October and 31st January. Book your appointment before Christmas and keep strong over the festive period.
Residents in care homes for older adults (people who are admitted to an older adult care home or become immunosuppressed by 31 January are also eligible).
Individuals aged 6 months and over who are immunosuppressed this includes:
- People with certain medical conditions these include:
- Blood cancers like leukaemia or lymphoma (especially if recently diagnosed or being treated)
- HIV (especially if not well controlled)
- Primary immune deficiencies (conditions you’re born with that affect your immune system)
- Chronic kidney disease, especially if severe
- People currently taking specific treatments
- These weaken the immune system and include:
- High-dose steroids (e.g., prednisolone for over 4 weeks)
- Current chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatment
- Immunosuppressive drugs for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, or after organ transplants
- Biologic drugs like rituximab or infliximab (often used for autoimmune diseases)
For the full criteria for immunosuppressed please refer to the current guidelines.
Get protected – Half Term Clinics
Vaccination clinics for children and young people aged between six months and 18 years, who are eligible for a Covid-19 booster vaccine, will be running in locations across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire throughout the winter.
Dates coming soon!