Independent
Allied Pharmacy Fratton Road
94-98 Fratton Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 5BZ
Portsmouth — England
- Mon–Fri: 9am-5:30pm
- Sat: 9am-1pm
- Sun: Closed
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Portsmouth, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Portsmouth, the historic naval city with over 240,000 residents, has 35 community pharmacies listed in our directory across the island city and mainland areas. From Gunwharf Quays to Southsea, Fratton, and Port Solent, Portsmouth pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS services including prescription dispensing, NHS Pharmacy First for minor ailments, flu vaccinations, sexual health services, and travel health advice for naval personnel. Many Portsmouth pharmacies offer extended opening hours until 8pm, with city center locations providing convenient access for naval base workers, students from the University of Portsmouth, ferry passengers, and residents of this maritime city famous for its Royal Navy heritage.
Portsmouth's healthcare system is part of NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, serving over 2 million people across the region. Community pharmacies are essential in supporting Portsmouth's unique population including naval personnel, students, and island residents, working alongside Queen Alexandra Hospital (the main hospital serving Portsmouth and South East Hampshire) and numerous GP practices. Portsmouth pharmacies participate in enhanced NHS services including NHS Pharmacy First (treating minor illnesses without GP appointments), New Medicine Service, seasonal flu vaccinations, emergency contraception, travel health services (crucial for naval personnel and ferry passengers), and stop smoking programmes. Given Portsmouth's transient military population and island geography, accessible pharmacy services are vital.
For urgent healthcare needs outside GP hours, Portsmouth residents should call NHS 111 (free, 24/7) for advice and pharmacy locations. The major emergency department is at Queen Alexandra Hospital (Southwick Hill Road, Cosham, on mainland). For prescription emergencies, pharmacies in Portsmouth city center near the train station, Commercial Road, and Gunwharf Quays offer extended hours. Some pharmacies in Southsea, North End, and Paulsgrove stay open until 8pm. On Sundays and bank holidays, a rota system operates - call NHS 111 for your nearest open pharmacy. Portsmouth has limited 24-hour provision, but Asda pharmacy in Portsm outh offers extended late hours until 11pm.
Portsmouth's compact island geography and good public transport make pharmacy access straightforward despite the city being surrounded by water. First Bus operates comprehensive services across Portsmouth, Southsea, and connecting to mainland areas. Portsmouth Harbour and Portsmouth & Southsea train stations both have pharmacies nearby. Ferry services connect Portsmouth to Gosport, Isle of Wight, France, and Spain - pharmacies near the ferry terminals serve passenger needs. The city's flat terrain makes cycling popular, with seafront routes connecting pharmacy locations. Many Portsmouth pharmacies offer free prescription delivery, particularly useful for naval personnel on base and elderly residents. Park and Ride facilities at Tipner and Mountbatten Centre allow easier city center access. Limited parking in Southsea and city center makes delivery services valuable.
Yes, Portsmouth pharmacies are experienced in serving the naval community. Services include travel health for deployments, medication supplies for extended sea voyages, emergency prescription supplies when returning from deployment, and support for military families. Many pharmacies near the naval base are familiar with military health requirements and can coordinate with base medical services.
Portsmouth has no true 24-hour pharmacies. Asda pharmacy in Portsmouth offers 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. Queen Alexandra Hospital pharmacy serves emergency department patients but is not generally open to the public for community prescriptions.
Yes, several Portsmouth pharmacies specialize in travel health services given the city's ferry terminals. Services include travel vaccinations for European and worldwide destinations, seasickness medication, travel health consultations, and antimalarial tablets. This is particularly convenient for passengers using Portsmouth-Bilbao, Portsmouth-Santander, Portsmouth-Caen, and Portsmouth-Le Havre ferry routes.
Yes, most Portsmouth pharmacies offer free prescription delivery for eligible patients (elderly, housebound, disabled). Many independent pharmacies provide free delivery to everyone across Portsmouth island and some mainland areas. Some charge £2-5 for same-day delivery. This is particularly useful given the city's island geography and limited parking.
Portsmouth operates a Sunday rota system where selected pharmacies open with reduced hours (typically 10am-4pm). Large supermarket pharmacies at Asda and Tesco locations often have regular Sunday hours. Use our "Open Now" filter or call NHS 111 for current Sunday availability. Gunwharf Quays and Commercial Road areas often have Sunday options.
Yes, pharmacies near the University of Portsmouth (particularly in Southsea, city center, and near Langstone campus) specialize in serving student health needs. Services include emergency contraception, sexual health advice, travel vaccinations, minor ailment treatment, and prescription services. Many offer extended hours during term time and understand student healthcare needs.
Yes, several pharmacies are located within 5-10 minutes' walk of Portsmouth Harbour Station around Commercial Road, Gunwharf Quays, and the city center. These are convenient for commuters, naval personnel, and ferry passengers. Most offer extended weekday opening hours and can help with emergency prescription needs.
Yes, Portsmouth's compact island geography means most pharmacies are easily accessible. Despite being an island, excellent bus services connect all areas. The flat terrain makes walking and cycling practical. Many pharmacies offer delivery services which is helpful given the limited car parking in Southsea and city center. Pharmacies are distributed across the island in Southsea, Fratton, North End, and Copnor.
Showing 35 pharmacies in Portsmouth
94-98 Fratton Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 5BZ
Portsmouth — England
171-173 Allaway Avenue, Paulsgrove, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 4HG
Portsmouth — England
The Bridge Shopping Ctr, Somers Road North, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 1SL
Portsmouth — England
92 Tangier Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO3 6HU
Portsmouth — England
Unit 85a And B, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 3TZ
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
31-33 Palmerston Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO5 3QQ
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
194 - 204 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 1HB
Portsmouth — England
Westlands Medical Centre, 20b Westlands Gr, Fareham, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO16 9AE
Portsmouth — England
336 Copnor Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO3 5EL
Portsmouth — England
Cosham Park House Surgery, Cosham Park Avenue, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 3BG
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
264B Havant Rd, Drayton, Portsmouth PO6 1PA
Drayton — England
No website listed
274 Havant Road, Drayton, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 1PA
Portsmouth — England
147-147a Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO4 0JW
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
58-60 High Street, Cosham, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 3AG
Portsmouth — England
24 Queen Street, Portsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 3HN
Portsmouth — England
67 Milton Road, Copnor, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO3 6AN
Portsmouth — England
3 - 5 Kingston Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 5RX
Portsmouth — England
8e Fratton Way, Pompey Centre, Fratton, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO4 8TA
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
151 Fawcett Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO4 0DG
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
145-147 Somers Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO5 4PT
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
113 London Road, North End, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO2 0BN
Portsmouth — England
1 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2RY
Portsmouth — England
4-6 London Road, North End, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO2 0LH
Portsmouth — England
Unit 2, 25-27 High Street, Cosham PO6 3BT
25-27 High Street — England
294 London Road, North End, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO2 9JN
Portsmouth — England
Commercial Centre, Anchorage Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO3 5UH
Portsmouth — England
122 Highland Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO4 9NQ
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
145 Sultan Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO2 7AT
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
30 Osborne Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO5 3LT
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
1 Festing Buildings, Highland Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO4 9BZ
Portsmouth — England
No website listed
The 35 pharmacies we list in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth
Our directory lists 35 pharmacies in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth. 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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