Covid-19 vaccination
Here you will find all the latest information you need about getting your COVID-19 vaccination Somerset.
Somerset COVID-19 Vaccination programme
Top up your protection against COVID-19 by getting vaccinated this winter if you are eligible.
Those at increased risk from severe illness can get the vaccine, including those aged 75 or over, people who are immunosuppressed or those who live in an older adult care home. Those eligible will be able to book from 1 October 2026.
If you’re eligible for the winter COVID-19 vaccine, you can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online or in the NHS App now.
From 1 October 2026, you may also be able to get vaccinated at a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site, a community pharmacy or your GP surgery, your care home (if you live in a care home for older adults)
You do not need to wait for an invitation before booking an appointment.
Don’t get caught out. If you or your child are eligible, make sure you get any extra protection you need this winter. Get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Why should I get the COVID-19 vaccine?
The COVID-19 vaccines are offered seasonally because protection fades over time. It’s important to top up your protection if you’re eligible.
Getting the COVID-19 vaccine can:
- help reduce your risk of getting severe symptoms
- help you recover more quickly if you catch COVID-19
- help reduce your risk of having to go to hospital or dying from COVID-19
- protect against different types of COVID-19 virus
How to book your vaccine
Those aged 75 or over can book an appointment through your GP or via the National Booking System.
If you are an adult and immunosuppressed, book an appointment through your GP or via the National Booking System.
If you are living in a care home, you don’t need to do anything, a vaccination team will come to you.
If you are registered as housebound with your GP, arrangements will be made for you to be offered your COVID-19 vaccination at home. If you are unsure whether you are registered as housebound, please contact your GP practice.
If you are 5-18 years old and immunosuppressed book an appointment at one of the clinics via the National Booking System.
If you are under 5 years old and immunosuppressed contact your GP practice to get a referral to a local vaccination clinic.
Co-administration
If you are eligible for both flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, you may be offered both vaccines at the same appointment. It is safe to have them at the same time.
Those aged 75 or over, and you’ve not already received the RSV vaccine, you can book in to get RSV at the same time as your COVID-19 vaccine. Find out more
Eligibility
Make sure you top up your protection against COVID-19 and get vaccinated this Spring if you are eligible. COVID-19 is still a serious disease and can be dangerous to those most at risk.
The following groups are eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine this spring:
- Adults aged 75 years and over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2027)
- Residents in care homes for older adults.
- Individuals aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment as defined in the COVID-19 Green Book chapter
- For the full criteria for immunosuppressed please refer to the current guidelines.
