What are the opening hours for Porter Chemist in Canterbury?

The opening hours for Porter Chemist are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:30 to 13:00; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 14:00 to 17:30. Please note that hours may vary on public holidays.

Does Porter Chemist accept NHS Electronic Prescriptions (EPS)?

Yes, Porter Chemist 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 FVR90 ● Closed now

Porter Chemist

Q: What NHS services does Porter Chemist provide?

Porter Chemist offers multiple services including: Chlamydia screening and treatment, COVID-19 lateral flow tests, 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, among others. Check our detailed profile page for a full list of clinical services.

Pharmacy · 2B Hales Drive, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7AB

About

Porter Chemist is an NHS-listed community pharmacy in Canterbury. It accepts NHS electronic prescriptions. Its NHS.UK profile lists 22 patient services. It sits within Kent And Medway Stp.

Current Status Closed

Telephone 01227781588

EPS Prescription Support Yes, accepts electronic prescriptions

NHS ODS Code FVR90

Contact details

Phone 01227781588
Website https://www.porterchemist.co.uk
Address 2B Hales Drive, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7AB
NHS region Kent And Medway Stp

Opening hours (source: NHS.UK)

Monday	08:30–13:00, 14:00–17:30
Tuesday	08:30–13:00, 14:00–17:30
Wednesday	08:30–13:00, 14:00–17:30
Thursday	08:30–13:00, 14:00–17:30
Friday	08:30–13:00, 14:00–17:30
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

NHS services offered

Chlamydia screening and treatmentCOVID-19 lateral flow testsCOVID-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 contraceptionEmergency contraceptionFlu vaccination serviceFlu vaccination service: adults aged 18 years or overFlu vaccination service: book by phoneFlu vaccination service: book on the National Booking ServiceFlu vaccination service: children aged 2 to 3 yearsFlu vaccination service: walk-inInhaler disposalMedical supplies (appliances)New medicine serviceNHS blood pressure check serviceNHS pharmacy contraception serviceOnline service or app to manage repeat prescriptionsPrescription delivery serviceTravel clinicWeight management

Service listings from the NHS.UK profile, updated 2025-11-03. Contact the pharmacy to confirm availability.

Accessibility & facilities

Accessible facilities and equipment

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

General facilities and services

✓ Private consultation room or area

Transport and parking

✓ Bus stop nearby
✓ Disabled car parking
✓ Free on-site car parking
✓ Off-site car parking nearby

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