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)

Book Pharmacy First Appointment

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.