The community mobile clinics are being hosted at a range of locations in Walsall, with no appointment necessary. 

Those eligible to receive their flu vaccine at the mobile clinics include all adults aged 65 years and over, those with a long-term health condition, all children aged 2–3 years old on 31 August 2025, pregnant women and frontline health and social care staff, including those working in care homes for older adults. Those eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine can also receive it at the mobile clinics. 

Walk in vaccines are available on the following dates, times and locations: 

• Thursday 23 October from 10am to 3pm at Morrisons Willenhall
• Saturday 1 November from 10am to 2pm outside St Paul’s Church in Walsall town centre
• Thursday 6 November from 10am to 3pm at Morrisons Willenhall
• Thursday 18 December from 10am to 3pm outside St Paul’s Church in Walsall town centre

Further dates will be announced later of other clinics across the borough.

“ These mobile vaccination clinics offer a convenient and accessible way for eligible residents to receive their vaccinations without the need for an appointment. Whether you’re doing your weekly shop or passing by, I strongly encourage everyone who is eligible to make use of this opportunity to protect themselves and those around them. Please also check to see if you are eligible for other vaccines such as the COVID-19, RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) and pneumococcal vaccines. “

Councillor Gary Flint, Portfolio Holder for Culture, Health and Wellbeing
Walsall Council

“ Now the winter season is approaching, vaccinations are our best defence against viruses and it’s the best way to not only protect yourself but your loved ones around you too.

Flu symptoms are unpleasant for many, but for those with certain health conditions, it can be very dangerous and can put people’s lives at risk.

Mobile clinics are a great way for those eligible for a flu vaccine to get vaccinated to stay well at a convenient time and location that suits them, with no appointment necessary.

If you are popping to the shops, or out and about anywhere across the Black Country, make getting vaccinated your top priority. You don’t need to wait to be invited if you’re eligible, just come forward as soon as you can.

If anyone is hesitant about the vaccine or has any questions, the mobile clinics are also an opportunity to speak to experts from the NHS in a private and confidential environment, so please do come along even if it’s just to have a conversation. “

Sally Roberts, Chief Nursing Officer
NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board

In addition to the mobile vaccination clinics, eligible residents can book their vaccine online via the National Booking System, via the NHS app, or by calling 119. Calls to 119 are free from mobiles and landlines and the booking service provides support in 200 different languages. 

Those who have difficulties communicating or hearing or are a BSL user can use textphone 18001 or the NHS 119 British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter service. 

Flu vaccinations are also available at a range of community pharmacies. To find a pharmacy near you visit the NHS website. You can also find out about mobile vaccination clinics on the NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board website.

Eligibility

Those eligible for a free flu vaccine this year include:

• all adults aged 65 years and over
• those aged 6 months to under 65 years in clinical risk groups
• pregnant women
• children aged 2 or 3 on 31 August 2025
• school-aged children (Reception to Year 11)
• residents and staff in long-stay care homes
• carers and household contacts of immunocompromised individuals
• frontline health and social care workers

Those eligible for an autumn COVID-19 vaccine include:

• are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2026)
• are aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment
• live in a care home for older adults 

Other vaccines available:

• Alongside flu and COVID, eligible residents can also get their Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination at their local GP practice where they live. This vaccination is available for those aged 75 to 79 or pregnant women over 28 weeks.
• Pneumococcal vaccines are also available for anyone aged 65 and over via GP practices.
• Eligible residents may also be able to receive other vaccines, such as the Shingles vaccine through their GP (for adults aged 65 and over and those aged 18+ with a severely weakened immune system). To find out more, speak to your GP.