Chemists in Exeter
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Pharmacies & Chemists in Exeter
Exeter, the historic cathedral city and Devon county capital with approximately 130,000 residents, is served by approximately 35 community pharmacies across the city centre, St Thomas, Heavitree, Pinhoe, and surrounding villages. As the commercial heart of Devon and home to the University of Exeter, the city's pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS services including prescription dispensing, NHS Pharmacy First for minor ailments, flu vaccinations, sexual health services, and travel health for the region's many tourists. Exeter pharmacies serve a diverse population: students from the Russell Group university, NHS professionals, local residents, farmers and rural workers from surrounding Devon, retirees drawn to the mild South West climate, and millions of holiday visitors en route to Cornwall and the Devon coast. Many pharmacies offer extended hours to serve this varied population.
Local Healthcare Services
Exeter's healthcare is managed by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust operates Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (the Wonford site, south Exeter) - the major teaching hospital serving Devon. Community pharmacies work closely with RD&E for outpatient prescriptions and specialist services. Exeter's role as Devon's commercial centre means pharmacies serve not just city residents but rural Devon communities who travel to Exeter for specialist healthcare, shopping, and services. NHS Pharmacy First covers seven conditions for treatment without GP appointments. The University of Exeter brings a young adult population with specific needs: sexual health, mental health support, and minor ailment treatment. Devon has a high proportion of elderly residents, creating strong demand for medication management and chronic disease services.
Emergency & Out-of-Hours Services
For urgent healthcare outside GP hours, Exeter residents call NHS 111 (free, 24/7). The main emergency department is at Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (Wonford, south Exeter). Devon Doctors provides out-of-hours GP services. For prescription emergencies, pharmacies in Exeter city centre (High Street, Sidwell Street, Princesshay), near the RD&E on Barrack Road, and in Heavitree offer extended hours. Boots on High Street is centrally located. Supermarket pharmacies at Tesco (Pinhoe), Sainsbury's (Heavitree Road), and other locations provide later opening. For rural Devon residents visiting Exeter, the city offers better late-opening options than local village pharmacies. On Sundays and bank holidays, a rota operates - call NHS 111 for your nearest open pharmacy.
Getting to Pharmacies in Exeter
Exeter has excellent transport links as Devon's hub city. Exeter St David's and Exeter Central train stations (Great Western and South Western services to London, Bristol, Plymouth, and Cornwall) have pharmacies accessible within the city centre. The city bus network connects suburbs like Heavitree, St Thomas, and Pinhoe to city centre pharmacies. Exeter Bus Station serves regional routes from across Devon. Many rural Devon residents drive to Exeter for pharmacy visits, and city centre parking is available at various car parks. For mobility-impaired patients, Exeter city centre is relatively flat and accessible by car and accessible bus services. Many pharmacies offer free prescription delivery for eligible patients and paid delivery for others - valuable for rural Devon communities. Students at Streatham and St Luke's campuses use pharmacies in Heavitree, Wonford, and the city centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get prescription medication in Exeter as a tourist?
Yes, tourists visiting Devon can use Exeter pharmacies. For lost or forgotten regular medication, pharmacies can often provide emergency supplies - contact them directly explaining your situation or call NHS 111. Visitors from outside England may need to pay for prescriptions. EU visitors should bring their EHIC/GHIC card. Bring details of your regular medications and dosages. Exeter's city centre pharmacies are used to helping tourists heading to Cornwall and Devon coast.
Are there pharmacies near Exeter University?
Yes, the University of Exeter campuses (Streatham Park main campus, St Luke's campus near the hospital) are served by nearby pharmacies. Heavitree Road has multiple pharmacies serving students in the Heavitree and Wonford student areas. Buses connect university campuses to city centre pharmacies. Student health services on campus can direct you to appropriate local pharmacies for prescriptions and health advice.
Do Exeter pharmacies serve rural Devon communities?
Yes, Exeter pharmacies regularly serve patients from across rural Devon who travel to the city for healthcare. Rural communities from Dartmoor, the Exe Valley, East Devon, and mid-Devon use Exeter pharmacies during hospital appointments or shopping trips. Some Exeter pharmacies offer postal delivery to rural Devon addresses. For rural residents, planning pharmacy visits around other Exeter trips is efficient.
Which Exeter pharmacies are open on Sundays?
Several Exeter pharmacies open Sundays including supermarket pharmacies (Tesco Pinhoe, Sainsbury's), Boots on High Street (check hours), and pharmacies in Heavitree. Hours are typically reduced (10am-4pm or 12pm-4pm). Use our "Open Now" filter for current availability, or call NHS 111 for the Sunday rota. Exeter's tourism role means some pharmacies maintain better Sunday coverage than similarly-sized non-tourist cities.
Can Exeter pharmacies help with travel health for Devon holidays?
Yes, Exeter pharmacies provide comprehensive travel health services including vaccinations, malaria prophylaxis, and travel health advice. This serves both local residents travelling internationally and businesses in Exeter's professional sector. Some pharmacies near the city centre and hospital areas offer private travel health clinics. Book in advance as appointments fill during peak holiday booking periods (January-March for summer travel).
Are there pharmacies near Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital?
Yes, multiple pharmacies are located near RD&E on Barrack Road, Heavitree Road, and in the Wonford area. These serve outpatients, hospital staff, and visitors. The hospital has its own pharmacy for inpatients, but community pharmacies nearby provide more convenient hours for outpatient prescriptions. Heavitree, just east of the hospital, has a good concentration of pharmacies.
Allied Pharmacy - Heavitree
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Alphington Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-1pm,2-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
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Boots Pharmacy Exeter
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-5:30pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
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Cranbrook Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-12:45pm,2-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
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Exminster Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-1pm,2:15-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-12pm
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Exwick Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: Closed
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Lloyds Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-5:30pm
- ✓ Sun: 10am-4pm
Lloyds Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-5:30pm
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Mount Pleasant Community Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-6pm
- ✓ Sun: 10am-6pm
Pinhoe Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-12:30pm
- ✓ Sun: Closed
St Leonards Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-8pm
- ✓ Sun: 9am-4pm
St Thomas Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
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Day Lewis Pharmacy Exeter, Topsham
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
- ✓ Sun: Closed
Well Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
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Boots Pharmacy Exeter
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm
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- ✓ Sun: 10:30am-4:30pm
Day Lewis Pharmacy Exeter, Whipton
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-5:30pm
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Day Lewis Pharmacy Exeter, Countess Wear
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm
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Allied Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-6pm
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Luxtons The Pharmacy + Travel Clinic
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:45am-6pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-1pm
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Exeter Community Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-6:30pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-4pm
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Glasshouse Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm
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Tesco Pharmacy Exeter
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
- ✓ Sat: 9am-9pm
- ✓ Sun: 10am-4pm