Independent
Allied Pharmacy - South Woodham Ferrers
6 Brickfields Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5XB
South Woodham Ferrers — England
- Mon–Fri: 9am-6pm
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Chelmsford, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Chelmsford is the county town and only city of Essex, granted city status in 2012 for the Diamond Jubilee. With a population of around 180,000 in the city area (and over 380,000 in the borough), it is the administrative, commercial, and healthcare hub of Essex. Located 33 miles from London Liverpool Street with fast 35-minute rail connections, Chelmsford functions partly as a commuter city while maintaining a strong independent identity. The Meadows Shopping Centre and High Chelmer provide good retail including pharmacy provision. Anglia Ruskin University has a significant campus in Chelmsford. Chelmsford's pharmacy scene serves a relatively affluent, well-educated population with high health literacy, alongside more deprived communities in areas like Moulsham and Widford. Surrounding Essex commuter towns (Brentwood, Billericay, Braintree) also access Chelmsford's specialist services.
Broomfield Hospital, operated by Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSE), is the main district general hospital for Chelmsford, located north of the city on Court Road. Broomfield has a full A&E, specialist services, and major trauma capability. The MSE group also covers Basildon University Hospital and Southend University Hospital. NHS Mid and South Essex ICB oversees pharmacy commissioning in Chelmsford. The city has good pharmacy provision including multiples (Boots, Lloyds, Well Pharmacy) and independents. Chelmsford's relatively affluent demographic drives demand for private pharmacy services including travel health, weight management, and aesthetic treatments. Local GP practices are clustered across the city with NHS 111 providing out-of-hours support. The city has lower-than-national-average rates of some conditions due to its demographic mix, but pharmacies serve important roles in managing long-term conditions among older residents.
For urgent healthcare outside GP hours, Chelmsford residents should call NHS 111. Broomfield Hospital A&E on Court Road is the main emergency department, accessible by car (A130) or local bus. An Urgent Treatment Centre operates at Broomfield for less serious urgent conditions. The Chelmer Valley area north of the city requires navigation via the A130 to reach the hospital. Chelmsford city centre pharmacies are well-served on weekends with multiple options typically open on Saturdays and at least one or two on Sundays. For prescription emergencies, NHS 111 can arrange emergency supply. Essex and Herts Air Ambulance is the charity helicopter service operating in the county. The city's rail connections mean residents can also access London specialist hospitals relatively quickly when needed.
Chelmsford railway station is one of the busiest in Essex, with Great Eastern Main Line services to London Liverpool Street (35-40 minutes), Ipswich, and Norwich. Chelmsford is on the A12 dual carriageway linking London to Ipswich and beyond, with the A130 connecting south to the A127 Southend Arterio. The city centre is pedestrianised in parts, making it walkable. Local First Essex bus services connect surrounding towns and villages. Major car parks serve the retail core. Pharmacy provision is good in the city centre, Moulsham Street area, and Springfield (north of the city). The Meadows and High Chelmer shopping centres have multiple pharmacies with convenient access. Chelmsford's compact size means most residents live within reasonable walking or cycling distance of a pharmacy.
Broomfield Hospital on Court Road, operated by Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, is the main hospital for Chelmsford with a full A&E and range of specialist services. It is located north of the city centre, approximately 2 miles from the rail station. For urgent but non-emergency conditions, use Broomfield's Urgent Treatment Centre or call NHS 111 to avoid unnecessary A&E attendance.
Yes - all Chelmsford pharmacies can dispense private prescriptions. Private prescription charges vary between pharmacies as there is no fixed tariff (unlike NHS prescriptions). Private prescriptions are commonly used for medications not available on the NHS, quicker access to treatments, and for those who prefer private GP services. Weight loss medications (like GLP-1 agonists), erectile dysfunction treatments, and some contraceptives are commonly dispensed privately. Ring ahead for pricing as it can vary significantly.
Several Chelmsford pharmacies offer travel health consultations and vaccinations for destinations requiring protection against typhoid, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, meningitis, and other travel-related conditions. Some provide yellow fever vaccination (requiring specialist registration). Book well in advance for travel vaccinations - the NHS recommends at least 6-8 weeks before departure. Private travel clinics and GP surgeries also offer travel health services in Chelmsford.
Yes - Anglia Ruskin University's Chelmsford campus is in the city centre near the train station, within easy walking distance of several pharmacies. University students can register with local GP practices and use NHS pharmacies for prescriptions. The university health centre may provide some pharmacy referrals. For students from outside Essex, all NHS prescriptions from any UK GP can be dispensed at Chelmsford pharmacies.
Most Chelmsford town centre pharmacies are open Monday to Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-5pm, with limited Sunday opening. Supermarket pharmacies (Tesco, Boots in Meadows) typically have extended hours. Some pharmacies open at 8am or earlier for commuters catching early trains to London. NHS 111 can confirm which pharmacies are currently open outside standard hours.
Showing 27 pharmacies in Chelmsford
6 Brickfields Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5XB
South Woodham Ferrers — England
6 Chelmer Village Way, Chelmsford CM2 6RF
6 Chelmer Village Way — England
29, The Meadows, Chelmsford CM2 6FD
The Meadows — England
51A Moulsham St, Chelmsford CM2 0HY
51A Moulsham St — England
3 Hadfelda Square, Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford CM3 2HD
Hatfield Peverel — England
1 The Vineyards, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7QS
Great Baddow — England
Chelmer Village Retail Pk, Chelmer Village Way, Chelmsford CM2 6XE
Chelmer Village Way — England
6 Eves Cor, Danbury, Chelmsford CM3 4QF
Danbury — England
The Laurels Surgery, Juniper Rd, Boreham, Chelmsford CM3 3DX
Boreham — England
30 Brook Hill, Little Waltham, Chelmsford CM3 3LL
Little Waltham — England
1 Hylands Parade, Wood St, Chelmsford CM2 8BW
Wood St — England
Moulsham Lodge, 136 Gloucester Ave, Estate, Chelmsford CM2 9LG
Estate — England
39 Watchouse Rd, Chelmsford CM2 8PU
39 Watchouse Rd — England
Melbourne Parade, Melbourne Ave, Chelmsford CM1 2DW
Melbourne Ave — England
No website listed
Copperfield Rd, Chelmsford CM1 4UX
Copperfield Rd — England
Unit 3, Rivermead Gate, Rectory Ln, Chelmsford CM1 1TR
Rectory Ln — England
253 Broomfield Rd, Chelmsford CM1 4DP
253 Broomfield Rd — England
No website listed
62 Baddow Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0DL
62 Baddow Rd — England
No website listed
1 Clematis Tye, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6GL
Springfield — England
No website listed
47-53 Springfield Rd, Chelmsford CM2 6QT
47-53 Springfield Rd — England
Princes Rd, Chelmsford CM2 9XW
Princes Rd — England
11 Queen Elizabeth Sq, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5TD
South Woodham Ferrers — England
Essex County, 1 Clematis Tye, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6GL
Springfield — England
152 Meadgate Ave, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7LJ
Great Baddow — England
52 The Green, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3DU
Writtle — England
No website listed
36-38 Hullbridge Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5NG
South Woodham Ferrers — England
Unit 1A, Crompton House, Writtle Rd, Chelmsford CM1 3RW
Writtle Rd — England
The 27 pharmacies we list in Chelmsford, England span 3 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford
Our directory lists 27 pharmacies in Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford. 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford. 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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