Travel

If you are travelling outside the UK, you may need to be vaccinated against some of the serious diseases found in other parts of the world.

We can provide you with travel advice and give you the travel vaccines that are free on the NHS. We are no longer giving private travel vaccines. These are available from a local pharmacy or private travel clinic (see below). The NHS website lists which vaccines are free and which you need to pay for privately.

We need at least 8 weeks’ notice before you travel as some vaccines need to be given early to allow your body to develop immunity and others involve a number of doses spread over several weeks. We apply this rule strictly and will direct you to a private travel clinic if you are not able to give 8 weeks’ notice. Private clinics have vaccines in stock and generally more appointment availability.

To book with us

Please download and complete our Travel Form and return via email to [email protected] or put in our external post box. Our nurse will review your form and contact you to discuss which vaccines you need and arrange your appointment.

Private travel clinics

Local pharmacies with a travel vaccination service:

Laycock Chemist, St Leonards

Asda Instore Pharmacy, Hastings

Lloyds Pharmacy Travel Clinic – various locations

Private Travel Clinics:

MASTA website – clinics in Tonbridge & Tunbridge Wells

Further guidance

Further useful travel guidance is available on the Fit for Travel website.

Date published: 13th January, 2020
Date last updated: 26th June, 2023