From 13th April to 30th June 2026, residents on the Isle of Wight will have the opportunity to visit a community venue for a mini health and wellbeing check and if eligible, receive their spring Covid-19 vaccine.
What’s on offer at the clinics
Working in partnership with primary care, the Vaccination Centre at St Mary’s Hospital is bringing support closer to home by hosting a series of drop-in clinics. These local sessions aim to provide convenient access to advice about health and wellbeing and seasonal vaccination services within community settings.
Visitors to the clinics can benefit from a range of support, including blood pressure checks and guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Advice will be available on topics such as weight management, smoking cessation, diabetes, and managing stress, helping individuals take proactive steps towards better overall health.
Who is eligible for the spring Covid vaccine
Those eligible for the spring Covid-19 vaccine – including people aged 75 and over, and individuals aged 18 and above with severe immunosuppression – will also be able to receive their free vaccine at these sessions.
Experienced nursing staff will also be on hand to answer questions, address concerns, and signpost further for support where needed.
Lightfoot: Helping identify health issues early
Sue Lightfoot, Clinical Lead at St Mary’s Vaccination Centre, emphasised the value of accessible care,
“By bringing clinics into local communities, we’re making it easier for people to access support without the need to travel far.
“These visits can also help identify potential health issues early.”
April clinic dates and locations
April clinic dates and locations are listed below and can also be found on the Trust’s Covid-19 vaccination and health clinics webpage. Further sessions in May and June will be added soon.
There is no need to book – just come along and meet our friendly team at any of the health and wellbeing clinics.
Venue: Date and Time: Newport PAN Together
Downside Community Centre, Furrlongs,
Newport, PO30 2AXMonday 13 April
9:30am to 2:30pmDepartment (by the zebra crossing)
29-30 Cross Street, Ryde, PO33 2AATuesday 14 April
10am to 3pmVentnor Exchange
11 Church Street, Ventnor, PO38 1SWWednesday 15 April
10am to 3pmLord Louis Library,
Newport, PO30 1LLThursday 16th April
10am to 3pmFreshwater Community Centre,
Moa Place, Freshwater, PO40 9XHTuesday 21st April
10:30am to 2:30pmHealth & Wellbeing Centre Cafe
62 High St, Newport, PO30 1BAWednesday 22nd April
10am to 12:30pmWootton Bridge Community Centre,
Brannon Way, Wootton Bridge, PO33 4NWWednesday 22nd April
2pm to 5:30pmThe Apex, St Faith’s Church,
St Faith’s Rd, Cowes, PO31 7HHThursday 23rd April
10am to 2:30pmAspire Ryde
Dover Street, Ryde, PO33 2BNMonday 27th April
10am to 3pmThe Broadway Centre,
Sandown Town Council, 1 Broadway,
Sandown, PO36 9GGTuesday 28th April
10am to 3pmParklands Alzheimer Cafe
Park Road, Cowes, PO31 7LZThursday 30th April
10am to 3pm
News shared by Isle of Wight NHS Trust, in their own words. Ed
