ASDA
Asda Peterborough Superstore
West Rivergate Shopping Centre, Peterborough PE1 1ET
West Rivergate Shopping Centre — England
- Mon–Fri: 7am-11pm
- Sat: 7am-10pm
- Sun: 11am-5pm
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Peterborough, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Peterborough, the historic cathedral city with over 200,000 residents, has 46 community pharmacies listed in our directory across the city center, suburbs, and surrounding areas. From the city center and Cathedral Square to Werrington, Bretton, Orton, and Hampton, Peterborough pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS services including prescription dispensing, NHS Pharmacy First for minor ailments, flu vaccinations, travel health advice, and sexual health services. Many Peterborough pharmacies offer extended opening hours until 8-9pm, with city center locations providing convenient access for shoppers, workers, and residents of this ancient city in the heart of the Fens. Peterborough's position as a major transport hub on the East Coast Main Line, its designation as a new town with continued rapid growth, and its exceptionally diverse population (over 140 languages spoken) mean pharmacies serve communities from established English families to recent Eastern European and South Asian immigrants. The city's mix of historic center, new town estates, and surrounding fenland villages creates diverse healthcare needs.
Peterborough's healthcare system is part of NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Integrated Care Board, serving over 1 million people across the region. Community pharmacies are essential in supporting Peterborough's rapidly growing, highly diverse population (one of the UK's fastest-growing cities with significant immigration), working alongside Peterborough City Hospital (major acute hospital on Bretton Gate) and numerous GP practices across the city. Peterborough faces unique health challenges including rapid population growth (approaching 220,000), significant health inequalities between affluent western suburbs and deprived eastern areas, language barriers (140+ languages spoken), and higher rates of certain conditions in specific ethnic communities. Pharmacies provide vital culturally sensitive services including diabetes management (particularly important in South Asian communities with higher rates), cardiovascular disease screening, maternal and child health services (supporting many young families), and multilingual health advice. Many pharmacies have Eastern European or Asian staff providing language support. The city's young, diverse population creates demand for family health services, childhood vaccinations, and sexual health support. Peterborough's transport hub status means pharmacies also serve travelers and visitors. The city's continued expansion into new estates like Hampton and Great Haddon means pharmacies are opening in growing areas, while maintaining services in the historic center and established suburbs.
For urgent healthcare needs outside GP hours, Peterborough residents should call NHS 111 (free, 24/7) for advice and pharmacy locations, with interpretation services available in many languages. The major emergency department is at Peterborough City Hospital (Bretton Gate, Edith Cavell Campus, west Peterborough, accessible by Stagecoach and Delaine buses 1, 2, 6, and others). The hospital also has an Urgent Treatment Centre for non-life-threatening injuries. Several Peterborough pharmacies participate in extended hours rotas, particularly in the city center and larger areas like Werrington and Orton. For emergency prescriptions, NHS 111 can direct you to the nearest open pharmacy with language support if needed. Peterborough's position on the A1(M) and A47 means good road access for ambulances. In genuine emergencies (chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, suspected stroke), always call 999 (interpretation services available). For urgent but non-emergency needs, NHS 111 can book appointments at the hospital's Urgent Treatment Centre or direct you to late-opening pharmacies. Several city center pharmacies offer late hours until 9pm weekdays. Peterborough's role as a transport hub means pharmacies near the station stay open late for travelers. For residents of surrounding fenland villages where pharmacy access is limited, Peterborough city pharmacies are often the nearest option, particularly for emergency needs.
Peterborough's excellent transport links make pharmacy access generally good. Peterborough Train Station (major East Coast Main Line hub with direct services to London King's Cross in 50 minutes, Edinburgh, Leeds, and throughout the East of England) has pharmacies in the nearby city center within 5-10 minutes' walk via the Queensgate shopping center. The station serves 9 million passengers annually, making city center pharmacies accessible to many travelers. The comprehensive bus network operated by Stagecoach and Delaine connects all areas, with the Queensgate bus station central hub. The city's new town layout means good road access to most areas, with pharmacies in district centers like Bretton, Orton, Werrington, and Hampton having parking. Many pharmacies offer delivery services, essential for elderly residents and those in areas with limited mobility. The city center around Cathedral Square, Queensgate shopping center, and Bridge Street is compact and pedestrian-friendly. For those in outlying areas like Eye, Thorney, or the new Hampton development, bus services connect to city pharmacies, though car is often more practical. The flat fenland topography makes cycling practical year-round, with bike parking at many pharmacies. Peterborough's position as a regional hub means it also serves surrounding fenland towns and villages where pharmacy coverage is thinner.
Yes, many Peterborough pharmacies have staff speaking Polish, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Urdu, and other languages reflecting the city's exceptional diversity (140+ languages spoken, 25%+ residents born outside UK). This is particularly common in areas like Millfield, New England, and parts of the city center. If language is a barrier, ask at your pharmacy about multilingual staff or request interpretation support.
The city center, particularly Queensgate shopping center and nearby streets like Bridge Street and Long Causeway, has several pharmacies offering extended hours (many until 8-9pm weekdays, plus Sundays). These are within 5-10 minutes' walk of the train station and bus station, ideal for commuters, shoppers, and the 9 million annual train passengers passing through Peterborough.
Yes, as Peterborough grows toward 220,000 residents, pharmacies are opening in new estates. Hampton (southwest Peterborough, large new development) has pharmacies serving the growing population. Newer estates may initially be served by nearby district centers or delivery services. Check our directory for your specific estate as coverage expands with the city's rapid growth.
Many Peterborough pharmacies, particularly in areas like Millfield, New England, and Central Park, have strong relationships with the city's large Eastern European communities (Polish, Lithuanian, Latvian residents). Some have Polish-speaking staff and understand specific health needs. These pharmacies offer culturally appropriate advice and can help navigate the NHS for newer arrivals.
Yes, pharmacies are located near Peterborough City Hospital in Bretton and nearby areas. These are convenient for hospital outpatients collecting prescriptions, visitors, and residents of west Peterborough. The hospital pharmacy serves inpatients, but community pharmacies nearby help with over-the-counter needs and post-discharge prescriptions.
Yes, pharmacies in the western new town suburbs like Orton (multiple townships: Orton Longueville, Orton Waterville, Orton Malborne) and Bretton typically have dedicated parking, being located in district centers designed with car access. These serve the substantial populations in Peterborough's western expansion and are easily accessible by car or bus from surrounding areas.
Yes, several Peterborough pharmacies offer extended hours until 8-9pm weekdays to serve the city's many shift workers (logistics, food production, and other industries). City center pharmacies near the station typically have the latest hours. Check our "Open Now" filter for current late-opening pharmacies. Some pharmacies near industrial areas cater specifically to shift patterns.
The historic city center around Peterborough Cathedral, Cathedral Square, and nearby streets has pharmacies serving residents, visitors to the historic sites (the cathedral attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists annually), and office workers. These are within the compact medieval city center, easily walkable and served by all bus routes to Queensgate.
Showing 46 pharmacies in Peterborough
West Rivergate Shopping Centre, Peterborough PE1 1ET
West Rivergate Shopping Centre — England
West Rivergate Shopping Centre, Peterborough PE1 1ET
West Rivergate Shopping Centre — England
8-10 High Causeway, Whittlesey, Peterborough PE7 1AE
Whittlesey — England
2, Bretton Centre, Bretton, Peterborough PE3 8DN
Bretton — England
The New Queen Street Surgery, Syers Ln, Whittlesey, Peterborough PE7 1AT
Whittlesey — England
Craig St, Peterborough PE1 2EJ
Craig St — England
Valley Park Centre, Unit B Sugar Way, Peterborough PE2 9QB
Unit B Sugar Way — England
New Primary Care Centre, Craig St, Peterborough PE1 2EJ
Craig St — England
Clayton, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough PE2 5SD
Orton Goldhay — England
6 West St, Crowland, Peterborough PE6 0ED
Crowland — England
21 Rycroft Ave, Deeping St James, Peterborough PE6 8NT
Deeping St James — England
No website listed
54 Central Ave, Peterborough PE1 4LH
54 Central Ave — England
681 Lincoln Rd, Peterborough PE1 3HA
681 Lincoln Rd — England
57 Napier Pl, Orton Wistow, Peterborough PE2 6XN
Orton Wistow — England
No website listed
Memorial Hall, 39A North St, Stilton, Peterborough PE7 3RP
Stilton — England
No website listed
92 Peterborough Rd, Farcet, Peterborough PE7 3BN
Farcet — England
No website listed
14A Church St, Thorney, Peterborough PE6 0QB
Thorney — England
No website listed
14 Stewartby Ave, Hampton Vale, Peterborough PE7 8NJ
Hampton Vale — England
Unit 4-6 Lansdowne Rd, Yaxley, Peterborough PE7 3JL
Yaxley — England
No website listed
Clayton, Orton Goldhay, Peterborough PE2 5SD
Orton Goldhay — England
No website listed
303-307 Lincoln Rd, Peterborough PE1 2PH
303-307 Lincoln Rd — England
127 Eastfield Rd, Peterborough PE1 4AU
127 Eastfield Rd — England
9, 10 Staniland Way, Werrington, Peterborough PE4 6NA
Werrington — England
387 Lincoln Rd, Peterborough PE1 2PF
387 Lincoln Rd — England
57 Ledbury Rd, Peterborough PE3 9RF
57 Ledbury Rd — England
42 School Rd, Newborough, Peterborough PE6 7RG
Newborough — England
Rectory Gardens, Peterborough PE2 8AY
Rectory Gardens — England
Ortongate Shopping Centre, Peterborough PE2 5TD
Ortongate Shopping Centre — England
No website listed
32 Market Pl, Oundle, Peterborough PE8 4BE
Oundle — England
Fenlake Business Centre, Fengate, Peterborough PE1 5BQ
Fengate — England
The 46 pharmacies we list in Peterborough, England span 7 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 Peterborough 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 Peterborough
Our directory lists 46 pharmacies in Peterborough, 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 Peterborough 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 Peterborough, 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 Peterborough. 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 Peterborough 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 Peterborough. 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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