ASDA
ASDA Pharmacy Wakefield
Asdale Rd, Wakefield WF2 7EQ
Asdale Rd — England
- Mon–Fri: 9am-9pm
- Sat: 9am-9pm
- Sun: 10am-4pm
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Wakefield, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Wakefield, the historic West Yorkshire city with over 350,000 residents across the district, has 29 community pharmacies listed in our directory across the city center, suburbs, and surrounding towns. From the city center and Cathedral precinct to Pontefract, Castleford, Ossett, and Normanton, Wakefield pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS services including prescription dispensing, NHS Pharmacy First for minor ailments, flu vaccinations, travel health advice, and sexual health services. Many Wakefield pharmacies offer extended opening hours until 8-9pm, with city center locations providing convenient access for shoppers, workers, and residents of this proud Yorkshire city. Wakefield's heritage as a coal mining center and wool town, current position as a regional shopping destination, and challenges from post-industrial deprivation create varied healthcare needs. The district's large geographic area, diverse communities from affluent villages to former mining towns, and mix of rural and urban areas mean pharmacies serve vastly different populations.
Wakefield's healthcare system is part of NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, serving 2.6 million people across the region. Community pharmacies are essential in supporting Wakefield's challenging health profile - the district has significant pockets of deprivation (particularly in former mining areas like Castleford, Normanton, and parts of Pontefract), higher rates of cardiovascular disease, respiratory conditions, diabetes, mental health challenges, and health inequalities between affluent and deprived areas. Pharmacies work alongside Pinderfields Hospital (major acute hospital on Aberford Road, Wakefield) and Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust facilities. Wakefield faces the legacy of coal mining with many older residents having occupational health conditions (pneumoconiosis, industrial injuries, respiratory disease). Pharmacies provide vital services including blood pressure monitoring, diabetes screening, stop smoking support (lung health particularly important given mining heritage), chronic disease management, and support for former miners. The district's diverse communities (traditional white British working-class communities in former mining towns, more affluent areas, growing South Asian populations in some areas) mean pharmacies navigate varied cultural needs. Wakefield's large geographic spread means pharmacies in towns like Pontefract, Castleford, Ossett, and Normanton often serve as health hubs for their communities. The city's cultural regeneration (Hepworth Gallery, new city center developments) is gradually improving the economic landscape. Some pharmacies specialize in care for elderly populations in former mining communities.
For urgent healthcare needs outside GP hours, Wakefield residents should call NHS 111 (free, 24/7) for advice and pharmacy locations. The major emergency department is at Pinderfields Hospital (Aberford Road, east Wakefield, accessible by Arriva buses 110, 117, 126, and others). Pontefract Hospital also provides urgent care services. Several Wakefield pharmacies participate in extended hours rotas, particularly in the city center and larger towns like Pontefract and Castleford. For emergency prescriptions, NHS 111 can direct you to the nearest open pharmacy. Wakefield's position on the M1 and M62 means excellent road access for ambulances, though some rural areas have longer response times. In genuine emergencies (chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, suspected stroke), always call 999. For urgent but non-emergency needs, NHS 111 can book appointments at hospital urgent care or direct you to late-opening pharmacies. Several city center pharmacies and pharmacies in major towns offer late hours until 9pm weekdays. Wakefield's size as a district means outlying areas and smaller villages may have limited local pharmacy access outside hours, with residents directed to larger town center pharmacies for emergencies. The district's former mining towns maintain strong community bonds with local pharmacies serving as trusted health advice sources.
Wakefield's transport links make pharmacy access good in main towns, though rural areas are car-dependent. Wakefield Westgate Station (East Coast Main Line with direct services to London King's Cross in 2h15m, Edinburgh, Leeds, and beyond) and Wakefield Kirkgate Station (Northern services to Leeds, Huddersfield, Sheffield) have pharmacies in the nearby city center within 10 minutes' walk. Arriva Yorkshire operates bus services across the district with services from the bus station. The city center around Trinity Walk shopping center, Westgate, and Kirkgate is compact and walkable. Parking is available at Trinity Walk, Smyth Street, and other car parks. Major towns like Pontefract (historic market town with 30,000+ residents, famous castle), Castleford (former mining town with 40,000+ residents), Ossett, and Normanton have their own pharmacies with parking, serving substantial local populations. Many pharmacies offer delivery services, essential for elderly residents and those in rural areas. The district's large geographic spread means rural villages often need to travel to larger towns for pharmacy access. Wakefield's relatively flat terrain makes cycling practical in towns, with bike parking at many pharmacies. The city's position between Leeds and Doncaster on the M1 corridor means high numbers of commuters. Some market towns like Pontefract maintain historic market day patterns with increased pharmacy footfall on market days.
The city center around Trinity Walk shopping center, Westgate, Kirkgate, and the Cathedral area has several pharmacies offering extended hours (many until 8-9pm weekdays, plus Sundays). These serve shoppers, workers, commuters, and residents. The city center is within 10 minutes' walk of both Wakefield Westgate (main station) and Kirkgate stations.
Yes, Pontefract (historic market town east of Wakefield with 30,000+ residents, famous for Pontefract Castle and liquorice Pontefract Cakes) has several pharmacies in the town center around Ropergate, Beastfair, and Market Place. These serve the local community and surrounding villages. Pontefract has its own hospital (Pontefract Hospital with urgent care) and train stations (Pontefract Monkhill and Tanshelf).
Castleford (former coal mining town northwest of Wakefield with 40,000+ residents) has several pharmacies along Carlton Street, Albion Street, and in Smawthorne, Lock Lane, and other areas. These serve the local community in this traditionally working-class town. Castleford has strong rugby league heritage (Castleford Tigers) and pharmacies serve the passionate community.
Yes, both Ossett (town between Wakefield and Dewsbury) and Normanton (former mining town) have pharmacies serving their communities. Ossett pharmacies are along Station Road and Dale Street. Normanton pharmacies serve the High Street area. Both towns have regular buses to Wakefield city center but local pharmacies provide important healthcare access.
Yes, pharmacies are located near Pinderfields Hospital on Aberford Road and in nearby areas like Lupset and Thornes. These are convenient for hospital visitors, outpatients collecting prescriptions, and residents of east Wakefield. Pinderfields is a major teaching hospital serving Mid Yorkshire. The hospital pharmacy serves inpatients, but community pharmacies nearby help with over-the-counter needs and post-discharge prescriptions.
Yes, pharmacies in former coal mining areas like Castleford, Normanton, Featherstone, South Elmsall, and South Kirkby serve communities with specific health needs related to mining heritage. Many older residents have occupational health conditions from mining. Pharmacies provide chronic disease management, respiratory support, and understanding of these close-knit communities' health challenges and strong identities.
Yes, several pharmacies in the city center and major towns offer extended hours until 8-9pm weekdays. Check our "Open Now" filter or call ahead to confirm exact hours, particularly for evenings and weekends. City center pharmacies in Trinity Walk typically have the latest hours.
The Wakefield district covers large rural areas. Market towns like Horbury, Hemsworth, and Knottingley have pharmacies serving their communities and surrounding villages. Very rural areas may need to travel to these market towns or larger centers. Many pharmacies offer delivery to rural areas. The district's size means pharmacy access varies significantly between urban and rural areas.
Showing 29 pharmacies in Wakefield
Asdale Rd, Wakefield WF2 7EQ
Asdale Rd — England
Health Park, Belle Isle Cres, Portobello Rd, Wakefield WF1 5PN
Portobello Rd — England
No website listed
Pharmacy, Homestead Dr, Wakefield WF2 9PE
Homestead Dr — England
82 Upper Warrengate, Wakefield WF1 4JZ
82 Upper Warrengate — England
Lake Lock Rd, Stanley, Wakefield WF3 4HS
Stanley — England
26-28 Kirkgate, Wakefield WF1 1UP
26-28 Kirkgate — England
2 Carlton Ln, Lofthouse, Wakefield WF3 3LJ
Lofthouse — England
41 Duke of York St, Wakefield WF1 3PD
41 Duke of York St — England
186 Horbury Rd, Lupset, Wakefield WF2 8BQ
Lupset — England
Madeley Rd, Havercroft, Wakefield WF4 2JD
Havercroft — England
192 Kirkgate, Wakefield WF1 1UE
192 Kirkgate — England
Pinderfields Hospital, Aberford Rd, Wakefield WF1 4DG
Aberford Rd — England
Standbridge Ln, Wakefield WF2 7NN
Standbridge Ln — England
Sandal Castle Centre, Asdale Rd, Wakefield WF2 7JE
Asdale Rd — England
45-49 High St, Crofton, Wakefield WF4 1NG
Crofton — England
Outwood Park Medical Centre, Potovens Ln, Outwood, Wakefield WF1 2PE
Outwood — England
97 New Rd, Middlestown, Wakefield WF4 4NS
Middlestown — England
No website listed
Cluntergate, Horbury, Wakefield WF4 5AF
Horbury — England
27 Upper Ln, Netherton, Wakefield WF4 4NG
Netherton — England
466 Leeds Rd, Outwood, Wakefield WF1 2DU
Outwood — England
No website listed
Unit 4, The Office Campus, Paragon Business Park, Red Hall Ct, Wakefield WF1 2UY
Red Hall Ct — England
Trinity Medical Centre, Thornhill St, Wakefield WF1 1PG
Thornhill St — England
Leigh View Medical Practice, Bradford Rd, Tingley, Wakefield WF3 1RQ
Tingley — England
130 Wrenthorpe Rd, Wrenthorpe, Wakefield WF2 0JG
Wrenthorpe — England
74 Weeland Rd, Sharlston Common, Wakefield WF4 1DB
Sharlston Common — England
No website listed
225 Denby Dale Rd, Wakefield WF2 7AJ
225 Denby Dale Rd — England
1 Oakley St, Thorpe on the Hill, East Ardsley, Wakefield WF3 3DX
East Ardsley — England
orchard croft medical centre, Cluntergate, Horbury, Wakefield WF4 5BY
Horbury — England
213 Barnsley Rd, Wakefield WF1 5NX
213 Barnsley Rd — England
The 29 pharmacies we list in Wakefield, England span 4 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield
Our directory lists 29 pharmacies in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield, 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 Wakefield. 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield. 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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