Many pharmacies across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight will be open and ready to help over the Early May Bank Holiday weekend (Saturday 3rd-Monday 5th May).
Many local pharmacies can now treat common conditions such as shingles, sore throats, earaches, sinusitis, infected insect bites, impetigo, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections, including prescribing medication through the Pharmacy First scheme.
With the Bank Holiday looming, NHS England has published a full list of open pharmacies on the Isle of Wight.
The pharmacies listed below should be open as shown on Monday 5th May 2025. The details are correct at the time of publishing but are subject to change. You are advised to contact the pharmacy before attending to ensure they are open and have the medication you require.
| Town | Pharmacy | Address | Phone Number | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | Boots the Chemists | 122-126 High Street, Newport | 01983 522595 | 10:00-16:00 |
| Ryde | Tesco Pharmacy | Brading Road, Ryde | 03450 269560 | 10:00-16:00 |
| Ryde | Boots the Chemists | 170-172 High Street, Ryde | 01983 562280 | 10:00-16:00 |
| Sandown | Jhoots Pharmacy | Sandown Medical Centre, The Broadway, Sandown | 01983 405436 | 14:00-17:00 |
| Shanklin | Boots the Chemists | 1 High Street, Shanklin | 01983 862058 | 10:00-16:00 |
| Yarmouth | Yarmouth Pharmacy | 4 Quay Street, Yarmouth | 01983 760260 | 08:30-18:00 |
Neil Hardy, Chief Pharmacist at NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, says:
“Our pharmacy teams are here to help this bank holiday weekend, providing expert advice, medication, and treatment for a range of common conditions. Pharmacists are highly trained healthcare professionals who can advise you on how to manage your minor illness or injury or tell you if you need further treatment by a nurse, GP or other healthcare professional.
“We would encourage everyone to check they have enough repeat medication to last through the bank holiday. If you do run out of prescribed medication, you can request an emergency prescription via 111.nhs.uk. Alternatively, contact your local community pharmacy team for advice.”
If you’re unsure on the best place to go for treatment, you can contact NHS 111 online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via 111.nhs.uk and the team will find the right support for you, including access to mental health support.
If you or someone you know is experience a medical emergency you should call 999 or visit the nearest Emergency Department.
Not sure what the point is as they can’t suplly prescriptions that people need. Day Lewis in Shanklin are abysmal and extremely rude rude to customers as well.