What are the opening hours for Essentials Pharmacy in London?

The opening hours for Essentials Pharmacy are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00 to 18:00. Please note that hours may vary on public holidays.

Does Essentials Pharmacy accept NHS Electronic Prescriptions (EPS)?

Yes, Essentials Pharmacy is fully integrated with the NHS Electronic Prescription Service (EPS), allowing your GP surgery to send prescriptions directly to this pharmacy digitally.

✓ NHS-listed · ODS FV174 ● Open now · closes 18:00

Essentials Pharmacy

Q: What NHS services does Essentials Pharmacy provide?

Essentials Pharmacy offers multiple services including: COVID-19 walk-in vaccination service: ages 18 to 64 years, COVID-19 walk-in vaccination service: ages 65 to 74 years, COVID-19 walk-in vaccination service: ages 75 or over, Emergency contraception, Flu vaccination service, among others. Check our detailed profile page for a full list of clinical services.

Pharmacy · 169 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London, Greater London, WC2B 5QA

About

Essentials Pharmacy is an NHS-listed community pharmacy in London. It accepts NHS electronic prescriptions. Its NHS.UK profile lists 16 patient services. It sits within Nhs West And North London Integrated Care Board.

Current Status Open Now

Telephone 02074048808

EPS Prescription Support Yes, accepts electronic prescriptions

NHS ODS Code FV174

Contact details

Phone 02074048808
Email essentials.pharmacy@nhs.net
Website http://www.essentialslondon.com
Address 169 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, London, Greater London, WC2B 5QA
NHS region Nhs West And North London Integrated Care Board

Opening hours (source: NHS.UK)

Monday	09:00–18:00
Tuesday	09:00–18:00
Wednesday	09:00–18:00
Thursday	09:00–18:00
Friday	09:00–18:00
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

NHS services offered

COVID-19 walk-in vaccination service: ages 18 to 64 yearsCOVID-19 walk-in vaccination service: ages 65 to 74 yearsCOVID-19 walk-in vaccination service: ages 75 or overEmergency contraceptionFlu vaccination serviceFlu vaccination serviceInhaler disposalMedical supplies (appliances)Medical supplies review service (appliances)New medicine serviceNHS blood pressure check servicePrescription delivery serviceRepeat prescription reminders by text messageStop smoking serviceStop smoking serviceTravel clinic

Service listings from the NHS.UK profile, updated 2025-06-24. Contact the pharmacy to confirm availability.

Accessibility & facilities

Accessible facilities and equipment

✓ Step-free access at entrances and exits
✓ Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
✓ Wheelchair access throughout

General facilities and services

✓ Private consultation room or area

Transport and parking

✓ Tube station nearby

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