Ditchling Pharmacy
    NHS Service

    Pharmacy First

    Get treatment for 7 common conditions without a GP appointment. Our pharmacists can assess and treat you on the spot.

    No GP Wait

    Skip the waiting list.

    Free NHS Service

    Treatment at no cost.

    Same-Day Care

    Walk in and get treated.

    Pharmacy First consultation at Ditchling Pharmacy

    Skip the GP, get treated today

    Pharmacy First is an NHS service that allows our pharmacists to assess and treat 7 common conditions without you needing to see a GP. We can provide prescription-strength treatments on the spot, saving you time and getting you feeling better faster. It's completely free on the NHS.

    • Sinusitis

      Blocked or runny nose with facial pain

    • Sore Throat

      Painful throat making it hard to swallow

    • Earache

      Pain or discomfort in the ear

    • Infected Insect Bite

      Red, swollen, or oozing bite

    • Impetigo

      Contagious skin infection with sores

    • Shingles

      Painful rash with blisters

    • Uncomplicated UTI

      Urinary tract infection (women only)

    Get treated in 3 simple steps

    No waiting weeks for a GP appointment—just walk in and we'll take care of you

    1. Walk In

    Simply come to the pharmacy during opening hours. No appointment needed.

    2. Get Assessed

    Our pharmacist will assess your symptoms in a private consultation room.

    3. Receive Treatment

    If appropriate, we'll provide prescription treatment right away—free of charge.

    Feeling unwell?

    Don't wait weeks for a GP appointment. If you have one of our 7 treatable conditions, come in today and we'll get you sorted.