Independent
Acorn Pharmacy
Shop Unit 2, Remembrance Road, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 3DP
Coventry — England
- Mon–Fri: 9am-1pm,2-6:30pm
- Sat: 9am-1pm
- Sun: Closed
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Coventry, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Coventry, the historic West Midlands city with over 345,000 residents, has 86 community pharmacies listed in our directory across the city center and surrounding areas. From the city center to Earlsdon, Canley, and Stoke, Coventry pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS services including prescription dispensing, NHS Pharmacy First for minor ailments, flu vaccinations, sexual health services, and health screening. Many Coventry pharmacies offer extended opening hours until 8pm, with city center locations providing convenient access for students from Coventry University and the University of Warwick, automotive industry workers, and residents of this resilient city rebuilding after WWII destruction.
Coventry's healthcare system is part of NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board, serving around 1 million people across the region. Community pharmacies are essential in supporting Coventry's diverse and growing population, working alongside University Hospital Coventry (Walsgrave Hospital, one of the UK's newest major hospitals) and numerous GP practices. Coventry pharmacies participate in enhanced NHS services including NHS Pharmacy First (treating minor illnesses without GP appointments), New Medicine Service, seasonal flu vaccinations, emergency contraception, stop smoking services, and NHS Health Checks. Given Coventry's large student population, automotive industry shift workers, and areas of deprivation, accessible extended-hours pharmacy services are crucial.
For urgent healthcare needs outside GP hours, Coventry residents should call NHS 111 (free, 24/7) for advice and pharmacy locations. The major emergency department is at University Hospital Coventry (Clifford Bridge Road, Walsgrave, east Coventry). For prescription emergencies, pharmacies in Coventry city center near the train station, West Orchards shopping center, and Broadgate offer extended hours. Some pharmacies in Earlsdon, Tile Hill, and Canley stay open until 8pm to serve student areas and shift workers. On Sundays and bank holidays, a rota system operates - call NHS 111 for your nearest open pharmacy. Coventry has limited 24-hour provision, but Asda pharmacies offer extended late hours until 11pm.
Coventry's excellent public transport makes pharmacy access straightforward. National Express West Midlands buses operate comprehensive services across the city from Pool Meadow Bus Station. Coventry Train Station has pharmacies nearby on Warwick Road and around the station area. For students, buses connect the University of Warwick campus (actually in Coventry despite the name) to city center pharmacies. Many Coventry pharmacies offer free prescription delivery, particularly useful for residents in outer areas and students without cars. The city's relatively compact size means most pharmacies are within reasonable distance. Park and Ride facilities at Warwick University and Memorial Park allow easier city center access. The developing Very Light Rail (VLR) system will improve pharmacy access when operational.
Yes, pharmacies in Earlsdon, Canley, and the city center serve students from both Coventry University (city center) and University of Warwick (southwest Coventry). Services include emergency contraception, sexual health advice, travel vaccinations, minor ailment treatment, and prescription services. Many understand student schedules and offer extended hours during term time. Some pharmacies near Warwick campus specialize in student services.
Coventry has no true 24-hour pharmacies. Some Asda pharmacies (like Walsgrave) offer extended hours until 10-11pm on most days. For genuine overnight emergencies, call NHS 111 who can arrange emergency medication supply or direct you to available services. University Hospital Coventry pharmacy serves emergency department patients but is not generally open to the public for community prescriptions.
Yes, recognizing Coventry's automotive and manufacturing industries with shift work patterns, several pharmacies offer extended evening hours until 8-9pm. Some pharmacies near industrial areas like Binley and Whitley have adapted hours to serve shift workers. Many also offer early morning opening from 7-8am. Delivery services are available for workers who can't visit during opening hours. Check with pharmacies in your area for shift-friendly hours.
Yes, most Coventry pharmacies offer free prescription delivery for eligible patients (elderly, housebound, disabled). Many independent pharmacies provide free delivery to everyone within their catchment area. Some charge £2-5 for same-day delivery. This is particularly useful for residents in outer areas like Allesley, Keresley, and Finham. Online pharmacies offer free postal delivery to all Coventry addresses.
Coventry operates a Sunday rota system where selected pharmacies open with reduced hours (typically 10am-4pm). Large supermarket pharmacies at Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's locations often have regular Sunday hours. Use our "Open Now" filter or call NHS 111 for current Sunday availability. West Orchards shopping center and Gallagher Retail Park usually have Sunday pharmacy options.
Yes, given Coventry's diverse population, many pharmacies have multilingual staff. Common languages include Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi, Polish, Romanian, Slovak, and Arabic. Pharmacies in areas like Foleshill, Hillfields, and Wood End often advertise multilingual services. Call ahead to check language availability or ask about interpreter services.
Yes, several pharmacies are located within 5-10 minutes' walk of Coventry Station around Warwick Road, Hertford Street, and the city center. These are convenient for commuters to Birmingham, London, and other cities. Most offer extended weekday opening hours. The station is well-connected by bus to pharmacies across the city.
While pharmacies don't provide formal occupational health services, many Coventry pharmacies support automotive industry workers with health screening, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes checks, smoking cessation support, and advice on managing health conditions while doing shift work. Some pharmacies near Jaguar Land Rover and other manufacturing sites are familiar with common occupational health concerns.
Map of 86 pharmacies
Showing 86 pharmacies in Coventry
Shop Unit 2, Remembrance Road, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 3DP
Coventry — England
134 Birmingham Road, Coventry CV5 9HA
134 Birmingham Road — England
9 Riley Square, Bell Green District Ctr, Coventry CV2 1LS
Bell Green District Ctr — England
No website listed
94 Moseley Avenue, Coundon, Coventry CV6 1HQ
Coundon — England
City Of Coventry Hth Ctr, 2 Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry, West Midlands CV1 4FS
Coventry — England
43 Torcross Avenue, Wyken, Coventry, Warwickshire CV2 3NE
Coventry — England
No website listed
Within Asda Store, Asda Shopping Centre, Brade Drive, Coventry CV2 2PN
Brade Drive — England
Abbey Park, London Road, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 4AR
Coventry — England
192-196-198 Station Road, Balsall Common, Coventry CV7 7FD
Balsall Common — England
5-7 Gramercy Park, Bannerbrook Pk Local Ctr, Coventry, West Midlands CV4 9AE
Coventry — England
52 Norman Place Road, Coventry CV6 2BQ
52 Norman Place Road — England
No website listed
197-199 Gulson Road, Coventry CV1 2HZ
197-199 Gulson Road — England
Unit 2 Warks Shopping Pk, Kynner Way, Binley, Coventry CV3 2SB
Binley — England
49 The Precinct, Coventry CV1 1DS
49 The Precinct — England
No website listed
91 Jubilee Crescent, Coventry CV6 3EX
91 Jubilee Crescent — England
Central Six Retail Park, Warwick Road, Coventry CV3 6TA
Warwick Road — England
51 Quinton Park, Coventry CV3 5PZ
51 Quinton Park — England
Unit 3, Arena Retail Park, Coventry CV6 6AS
Arena Retail Park — England
Cannon Park Centre, Lynchgate Road, Coventry CV4 7EH
Lynchgate Road — England
No website listed
25 Farren Road, Coventry CV2 5EP
25 Farren Road — England
Broomfield Park Med. Ctr., Spon End, Coventry, West Midlands CV1 3HQ
Coventry — England
No website listed
471 Beake Avenue, Coventry, West Midlands CV6 2HT
Coventry — England
103 Leamington Road, Coventry CV3 6GQ
103 Leamington Road — England
19 Ringwood Highway, Coventry, West Midlands CV2 2GG
Coventry — England
48 Kenpas Highway, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 6BP
Coventry — England
4 Quinton Parade, Daventry Rd, Cheylesmore, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 5HW
Coventry — England
No website listed
9 Humber Road, Coventry, West Midlands CV3 1AT
Coventry — England
39 Bennetts Road North, Keresley End, Coventry, Warwickshire CV7 8JX
Coventry — England
1 The Green, Meriden, Coventry, West Midlands CV7 7LN
Coventry — England
Clay Lane Health Centre, 5 Clay Lane, Upper Stoke, Coventry CV2 4LJ
Upper Stoke — England
No website listed
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The 86 pharmacies we list in Coventry, England span 7 postcode districts.
86 pharmacies listed in Coventry.
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 Coventry 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 Coventry
Our directory lists 86 pharmacies in Coventry, 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 Coventry 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 Coventry, 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 Coventry. 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 Coventry 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 Coventry. 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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