Independent
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50 Sway Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 6JA
Morriston — Wales
- Mon–Fri: 9am-6pm
- Sat: 9am-1pm
- Sun: 5-6pm
Find local pharmacies and chemists across Swansea, with opening hours, contact details and NHS services.
Swansea, Wales's second-largest city with over 300,000 residents, has 64 community pharmacies listed in our directory across the city centre, Uplands, Sketty, Gorseinon, and the Gower Peninsula. As the birthplace of Dylan Thomas and the gateway to the Gower (Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), Swansea blends urban healthcare provision with rural pharmacy access across the surrounding peninsula and valleys. Swansea pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS Wales services including prescription dispensing, Pharmacy First Wales for minor ailments (free for Welsh residents), flu vaccinations, sexual health services, and Welsh-language support. Many pharmacies in the city centre and retail parks offer extended opening hours, with Swansea's university student population creating demand for sexual health, mental health, and minor ailment services.
Swansea's healthcare is managed by Swansea Bay University Health Board, serving around 390,000 people across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot. Community pharmacies are integral to NHS Wales, with the Pharmacy First Wales scheme covering over 50 common conditions entirely free for Welsh residents - a broader service than equivalent English schemes. Morriston Hospital (major trauma centre and university teaching hospital) and Singleton Hospital serve the city, with pharmacies working to reduce pressure on these facilities. Swansea has significant health challenges including high rates of chronic lung disease (historical steel and copper industry legacy), cardiovascular disease, and mental health conditions. Pharmacies participate in advanced services including smoking cessation, substance misuse support (supervised methadone), NHS Health Checks, and the Common Ailment Service covering conditions from allergies to urinary tract infections.
For urgent healthcare outside GP hours, Swansea residents call NHS 111 Wales (free, 24/7). Emergency departments are at Morriston Hospital (Heol Maes Eglwys, north Swansea - major trauma centre) and Morrison Hospital. For prescription emergencies, pharmacies in Swansea city centre near the Quadrant Shopping Centre, Castle Quarter, and Kingsway typically have extended hours. Supermarket pharmacies at Tesco Morfa, Asda Gorseinon, and Sainsbury's Pontarddulais Road offer late opening. Gower Peninsula residents face longer travel times - pharmacies in Gowerton, Pontarddulais, and Llanelli serve surrounding rural communities. On Sundays and bank holidays, a rota system operates - call NHS 111 Wales for your nearest open pharmacy. Welsh-language pharmacy services are available across Swansea, particularly in western areas with higher Welsh-speaking populations.
Swansea's public transport centres on the city bus station adjacent to the Quadrant Shopping Centre, with First Cymru and other operators serving surrounding areas. Swansea Train Station (services to Cardiff, London, West Wales) has pharmacies within easy walking distance. The Swansea Bay waterfront, Maritime Quarter, and SA1 development are within walking distance of city centre pharmacies. For Gower Peninsula communities, infrequent bus services mean many rely on cars or pharmacy delivery. Many Swansea pharmacies offer Welsh-language services and free prescription delivery for eligible patients. The city's distinctive geography - coast, city, and valleys - means pharmacy coverage varies: excellent in the city centre, moderate in suburbs like Sketty and Killay, and sparse on the Gower Peninsula itself. Cyclists can access most urban pharmacies easily given Swansea's relatively flat city centre.
Yes! Pharmacy First Wales is entirely free for Welsh residents, covering over 50 common clinical conditions without needing a GP appointment. This includes infections, skin conditions, digestive issues, allergies, and many more. Simply visit any participating Swansea pharmacy. This is more comprehensive than the equivalent English scheme, reflecting NHS Wales's commitment to accessible community pharmacy services.
Yes, Welsh-language pharmacy services are available across Swansea, particularly in western areas with higher Welsh-speaking populations. Many pharmacies have bilingual staff, Welsh-language leaflets, and will provide consultations in Welsh if preferred. Some pharmacies in Swansea actively advertise Welsh-language services. The NHS Wales commitment means Welsh speakers have the right to receive services in Welsh.
Pharmacy provision on the Gower Peninsula is limited due to its rural and AONB protected status. Larger villages like Gowerton, Pontarddulais, and Llanrhidian have pharmacies, but the peninsula itself has limited coverage. Most Gower residents travel to Swansea city or surrounding towns for pharmacy services. Many pharmacies offer free delivery to Gower addresses. For holiday visitors, stock up on essentials before heading onto the peninsula.
Several Swansea pharmacies open Sundays including supermarket pharmacies (Tesco Morfa, Asda Gorseinon), city centre branches, and pharmacies in retail parks. Hours are typically reduced (10am-4pm or 12pm-5pm). Use our "Open Now" filter for current availability, or call NHS 111 Wales for the Sunday rota. Swansea has reasonable Sunday coverage given its city size and student population.
Yes, Swansea University (Bay Campus and Singleton Park Campus) and University of Wales Trinity Saint David generate significant student demand for pharmacy services. Pharmacies near Singleton Park, Uplands, and the Bay Campus serve students seeking emergency contraception, sexual health advice, mental health support, minor ailment treatment, and travel vaccinations. Some pharmacies offer student-friendly extended evening hours during term time.
Yes, most Swansea pharmacies offer free prescription delivery for eligible patients (elderly, housebound, disabled). Many extend delivery to all customers as standard. Delivery is particularly valuable for Gower Peninsula residents, elderly patients in Uplands, and those in valleys communities like Clydach and Pontardawe. Online pharmacies also deliver to all Swansea addresses.
Showing 64 pharmacies in Swansea
50 Sway Road, Morriston, Swansea SA6 6JA
Morriston — Wales
4 Strawberry Place, Morriston, Swansea SA6 7AG
Morriston — Wales
No website listed
145 Colwyn Avenue, Winch Wen, Swansea SA1 7EN
Winch Wen — Wales
Unit 5, Morfa Shopping Park, Brunel Way, Swansea SA1 7BP
Brunel Way — Wales
51 Uplands Crescent, Uplands, Swansea SA2 0NP
Uplands — Wales
17 The Quadrant, Swansea SA1 3AD
17 The Quadrant — Wales
133 Mumbles Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4DN
Mumbles — Wales
No website listed
44 Queens Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4AN
Mumbles — Wales
2 Heol Y Nant, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5HB
Clydach — Wales
No website listed
80a High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN
Clydach — Wales
43 Gyrnosfa, Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea SA9 1DR
Lower Cwmtwrch — Wales
19 Wern Road, Ystalyfera, Swansea SA9 2LX
Ystalyfera — Wales
30 Heol Eglwys, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1EY
Ystradgynlais — Wales
No website listed
Unit 5-6, Gorseinon Shopping Park, High Street, Swansea SA4 4DJ
High Street — Wales
No website listed
22 Mill Street, Gowerton, Swansea SA4 3ED
Gowerton — Wales
56 Gwilym Road, Cwmllynfell, Swansea SA9 2GN
Cwmllynfell — Wales
8 Commercial Street, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1HD
Ystradgynlais — Wales
Killay Medical Centre, Goetre Fawr Road, Killay, Swansea SA2 7QP
Killay — Wales
No website listed
45 St Helens Road, Swansea SA1 4BB
45 St Helens Road — Wales
No website listed
298 Carmarthen Road, Swansea SA1 1HW
298 Carmarthen Road — Wales
Brynhyfryd Primary Care Centre, 499 Llangyfelach Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9EA
Brynhyfryd — Wales
No website listed
1 Frederick Place, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 9RY
Llansamlet — Wales
No website listed
84 St. Teilo Street, Pontarddulais, Swansea SA4 8ST
Pontarddulais — Wales
The Precinct, Killay, Swansea SA2 7BA
Killay — Wales
53 Mayhill Road, Mayhill, Swansea SA1 6TD
Mayhill — Wales
No website listed
1 Iscoed Road, Hendy, Pontarddulais, Swansea SA4 0TP
Pontarddulais — Wales
35-37 Newton Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4BD
Mumbles — Wales
3 Pentrepoeth Road, The Cross, Morriston, Swansea SA6 6AA
Morriston — Wales
12 Newton Road, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4AU
Mumbles — Wales
40 Neath Road, Swansea SA1 2ES
40 Neath Road — Wales
The 64 pharmacies we list in Swansea, Wales span 9 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 Swansea 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 Swansea
Our directory lists 64 pharmacies in Swansea, Wales, 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 Swansea 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 Swansea, 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 Swansea. 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 Swansea 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 Swansea. 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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