ASDA
Asda Carlisle Superstore
Chandler Wy, Carlisle CA3 0JQ
Chandler Wy — England
- Mon–Fri: 6am-12am
- Sat: 6am-10pm
- Sun: 10am-4pm
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Carlisle, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Carlisle is the only city in Cumbria (now Cumberland following 2023 local government reorganisation) and the county town of the historic county of Cumberland. With a population of around 75,000 in the city and 108,000 in Carlisle District, it is a relatively small city but serves as the healthcare, retail, and administrative hub for a vast rural hinterland covering the Lake District fringes, the Eden Valley, the North Pennines, and extending towards the Scottish border. Its location 8 miles from Scotland gives it a cross-border character. Carlisle suffered severe flooding in 2005, 2009, and 2015. The city's Roman heritage (Hadrian's Wall terminus at Bowness-on-Solway is nearby) and medieval castle and cathedral make it a tourism destination. Pharmacies in Carlisle serve both urban residents and a wide rural population that may travel considerable distances.
Cumberland Infirmary (CI) in Carlisle, operated by North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC), is the main acute hospital for Carlisle and the wider north Cumbrian population. CI has a 24/7 A&E and specialist services. West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven (approximately 40 miles west) is the other major acute site within NCIC. NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB (which straddles the England-Scotland border in healthcare terms) oversees pharmacy commissioning. Carlisle's pharmacy scene serves a wide catchment - patients from the Lake District, Eden Valley, and rural Cumbrian communities sometimes travel to Carlisle for specialist services unavailable locally. The city centre has major chain pharmacies alongside community independents. NHS Pharmacy First (England) applies in Carlisle, noting that Scotland's more comprehensive Pharmacy First Scotland is available just 8 miles away across the border.
For urgent healthcare outside GP hours, Carlisle residents and Cumbrian visitors should call NHS 111. Cumberland Infirmary A&E is the main emergency department - noting it is the only major A&E in a very large geographic area. Newcastle's hospitals (about 60 miles east via the A69 or A74M/M6) provide specialist tertiary services for major trauma and complex conditions. Carlisle's pharmacy provision is vital for rural Cumbrian communities where the nearest local pharmacy may be 20+ miles away. Many rural patients stock up on medications during trips to Carlisle. The M6 motorway passes through Carlisle (Junction 42-44), and the A69 connects east to Newcastle. Train services include the West Coast Main Line (London Euston in approximately 3.5 hours) and the Settle-Carlisle line.
Carlisle railway station is on the West Coast Main Line with services to London Euston (3.5 hours), Glasgow Central (1.5 hours), Edinburgh Waverley (1.25 hours), and Manchester Piccadilly. The Settle-Carlisle scenic line connects south to Leeds. The Newcastle-Carlisle (Tyne Valley) line connects east. Local Stagecoach North West and Borders buses serve the city and surrounding Cumbrian communities. The M6 motorway (Junctions 42, 43, 44) passes through Carlisle. The city centre is compact and walkable. Pharmacies cluster around the English Street/Botchergate area and the Lanes Shopping Centre. Free parking is available at several council car parks. Rural Cumbrian visitors typically drive to Carlisle city centre for pharmacy services.
Yes - Scottish residents can use Carlisle pharmacies and have NHS prescriptions dispensed there. In England, the standard prescription charge applies (currently £9.90 per item in 2024-25), unless the patient is exempt (under 16, over 60, certain medical conditions etc.). Note that prescriptions are free in Scotland - Scottish residents used to free prescriptions may be surprised by English charges. For over-the-counter medications, Scottish residents pay the same retail price as everyone else.
Cumberland Infirmary (CI) in Carlisle has the main A&E for Carlisle and a vast area of north Cumbria. Given the rural catchment, it is the only major A&E for a very large geographic area. For life-threatening emergencies, call 999 - the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) serves rural Cumbria and can helicopter patients to Carlisle or Newcastle. For urgent but non-emergency conditions, call NHS 111.
Pharmacies in Carlisle and across Cumbria can dispense antibiotics prescribed for Lyme disease (doxycycline is the standard treatment). Lyme disease from tick bites is a genuine risk in Cumbrian rural and forest areas. Prevention advice - using DEET repellent, wearing long clothing, checking for ticks after outdoor activities - is available at Carlisle pharmacies. If you find an attached tick, seek advice from a GP or NHS 111 promptly.
Carlisle city centre pharmacies include options open on Saturdays (most of the day) and at least one Sunday pharmacy, typically in a supermarket. Given the city's role as the main healthcare hub for a wide rural area, weekend pharmacy provision is important. NHS 111 can confirm current weekend opening and can arrange emergency prescriptions if no pharmacy is open when needed.
Carlisle has sadly experienced major flooding events. During and after flooding emergencies, local pharmacies work with NHS teams to provide emergency prescription supplies for flood-affected residents who have lost medications, and to provide waterproofing advice for medication storage. NHS England has emergency pharmacy protocols for major incidents. During a flooding event, NHS 111 co-ordinates pharmacy access. Between flood events, pharmacies can advise on medication storage to minimise flood damage risk.
Showing 19 pharmacies in Carlisle
Chandler Wy, Carlisle CA3 0JQ
Chandler Wy — England
Chandler Wy, Carlisle CA3 0JQ
Chandler Wy — England
16 English St, Longtown, Carlisle CA6 5SD
Longtown — England
43-49 English St, Carlisle CA3 8JU
43-49 English St — England
7 Central Ave, Carlisle CA1 3QB
7 Central Ave — England
No website listed
Bank St, Carlisle CA3 8EU
Bank St — England
No website listed
2, Vicars Cottages, Dalston, Carlisle CA5 7LW
Dalston — England
76 Warwick Rd, Carlisle CA1 1DU
76 Warwick Rd — England
The Lanes Shopping Ctr, Unit 1 Grapes Ln, Carlisle CA3 8NX
Unit 1 Grapes Ln — England
Warwick Rd, Carlisle CA1 2SB
Warwick Rd — England
76 Warwick Rd, Carlisle CA1 1DU
76 Warwick Rd — England
No website listed
The Surgery, Port Rd, Carlisle CA2 7AJ
Port Rd — England
Fusehill Medical Centre, Fusehill St, Carlisle CA1 2HE
Fusehill St — England
55 Wigton Rd, Carlisle CA2 7AY
55 Wigton Rd — England
28 Blackwell Rd, Currock, Carlisle CA2 4EQ
Currock — England
29 Stonegarth, Morton, Carlisle CA2 6PD
Morton — England
139 Denton St, Carlisle CA2 5HB
139 Denton St — England
Medical Centre, North, Eden St, Carlisle CA3 9JZ
Eden St — England
59 Orton Rd., Carlisle CA2 7HA
59 Orton Rd. — England
The 19 pharmacies we list in Carlisle, England span 5 postcode districts.
Services commonly offered by UK pharmacies — check with the pharmacy before visiting.
Free NHS prescription collection and dispensing service. Many pharmacies offer same-day dispensing for repeat prescriptions and urgent medications.
Morning after pill available without prescription at many pharmacies. Private consultation with qualified pharmacist included.
Free blood pressure checks and cardiovascular health monitoring. Many pharmacies offer regular health checks and advice.
Annual flu jabs available at many pharmacies. NHS-funded for eligible patients, private service also available.
Travel vaccines, malaria prevention, and travel health advice for trips abroad. Offered by some pharmacies with travel clinics.
Free NHS service reviewing your medications to ensure they're working effectively and safely. Offered by many NHS pharmacies.
Use the Open Now and 24 Hours filters above to find pharmacies in Carlisle whose listed hours say they are open. Hours can change, especially on bank holidays, so call ahead before travelling. For urgent medical advice call NHS 111, and in an emergency call 999.
Common questions about pharmacies in Carlisle
Our directory lists 19 pharmacies in Carlisle, England, including both independent chemists and pharmacy chains.
Use the "Open Now" filter at the top of this page. It checks each pharmacy's listed opening hours against the current UK time. Hours can change, especially on bank holidays, so call the pharmacy before travelling if you need it urgently.
Yes, all NHS-contracted pharmacies in Carlisle can dispense NHS prescriptions. This includes repeat prescriptions, acute prescriptions, and emergency supplies. Most pharmacies in our directory are NHS-contracted and offer free prescription dispensing for eligible patients.
For emergency pharmacy services in Carlisle, look for chemists open late evenings, weekends, or bank holidays. Some pharmacies offer emergency contraception, urgent medicine supplies, and out-of-hours consultations. Call NHS 111 for urgent pharmacy needs outside normal hours.
Every pharmacy we list dispenses NHS prescriptions and sells over-the-counter medicines. Other services commonly offered by UK pharmacies include blood pressure checks, flu vaccinations, travel vaccines, emergency contraception, stop smoking support and Pharmacy First consultations for minor ailments, but these vary from pharmacy to pharmacy, so check with the pharmacy before visiting.
Use our postcode search tool to find the nearest pharmacy to your location in Carlisle. Enter your full postcode to see nearby chemists with opening hours, contact details, and walking directions. You can also browse by postcode area on this page.
Many UK pharmacies offer vaccinations such as flu jabs, travel vaccines and COVID-19 vaccinations, some by appointment and some walk-in. Our listings don't record which pharmacies offer them, so check with the pharmacy for availability and booking.
Most pharmacies in Carlisle open Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Some supermarket pharmacies have extended hours until 8:00 PM or 10:00 PM. Always check specific opening times before visiting.
Yes, you can collect prescriptions for family members or friends at any pharmacy in Carlisle. You'll need to know their name, address, and date of birth. For controlled drugs, you may need written authorization from the patient.
Many UK pharmacies offer prescription delivery, which is especially useful for elderly or housebound patients; some deliver free locally while others charge a small fee. Our listings don't record which pharmacies deliver, so contact the pharmacy to ask about delivery options and coverage.
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