We provides expert travel health advice and vaccinations with no GP referral or NHS wait times.
All PGD-recommended travel vaccines Syringe
Most given at your consultation
Book directly with our pharmacists
Official ICVP certificate issued
Generally, this vaccine offers lifelong protection. However, depending on your specific travel plans or health needs, you might occasionally require a booster. We’ll discuss exactly what’s right for you during your consultation to ensure you stay fully protected.
Your risk depends on where you are going, how long you will be there, and what you plan to do. A beach holiday in Thailand carries different risks than a trekking trip through rural Kenya. That is why a proper consultation matters, not just a list of vaccines from a website.
Protects against a potentially fatal viral haemorrhagic disease found in tropical Africa and South America.
1
Lifetime (certificate valid for international travel)
Pre-exposure protection for travellers in areas where rabies-infected animals are common.
3
10 years (booster may be required every 2 to 5 years)
Guards against a liver infection spread through contaminated food and water.
2 (initial dose plus a booster at 6 to 12 months)
Up to 25 years with both doses
Protects against a bloodborne viral infection that can cause long-term liver damage.
3
Lifetime
The same hepatitis B protection, formulated specifically for children.
3
Lifetime (booster maybe needed)
Covers three serious bacterial and viral infections still present in many countries.
1
10 years (booster maybe needed)
Protects against a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and drink.
1
3 years
A mosquito-borne viral brain infection found mainly in rural Asia.
2 to 3
1 to 3 years (Booster recommended at 12 months)
Oral vaccine for travellers visiting regions with poor sanitation or active outbreaks.
2 for adults and children over 6 (oral doses, taken at least one week apart)
2 years
Protects against a mosquito-borne viral disease causing fever and severe joint pain.
1
Duration being studied; current evidence supports single-dose protection
Covers four strains of meningococcal disease, required for Hajj and Umrah travel.
1
5 years
Protects against the B strain of meningococcal disease, not included in the ACWY vaccine.
2 (for adults, given at least one month apart)
Duration ongoing; booster guidance reviewed regularly
A viral brain infection spread by tick bites in forested parts of Europe and Asia.
3 (schedule over several months)
3 to 5 years with booster
We provide the full range of antimalarial drugs under Patient Group Directions, including Atovaquone/Proguanil (Malarone), Doxycycline and Mefloquine. Your chemist will advise you on the most suitable option for your destination, length of stay and medical history.
Recommended for travellers who were never fully vaccinated as children.
2 (if not previously vaccinated)
Lifetime
Note: Your vaccine provides lifelong protection, though you may occasionally need a booster shot depending on your specific circumstances.
Call us, pop in, or book online. Tell us your travel dates and destinations, and we will set aside enough time for a thorough consultation.
Your pharmacist will go through your itinerary, health history, and any medications you are taking. We will explain exactly which vaccines and antimalarials apply to your trip.
Most vaccines can be given on the same day as your consultation. We will also provide a written record of what you have received and when any boosters are due.
Saudi Arabia requires proof of meningitis ACWY vaccination for all pilgrims. We issue the official certificate and can also advise on any additional cover for the journey. Book early, as demand is high in the months before the pilgrimage season.
Travelling with young children adds extra steps to your pre-travel planning. We offer paediatric formulations for hepatitis B and can advise on age-appropriate vaccines for each child in your group. Family appointments are available so everyone is seen in a single visit.
Older travellers may have a higher risk from certain infections and may respond differently to some vaccines. We take your full medication list into account before making any recommendations. If you have existing heart, lung, or kidney conditions, we factor these into your travel health plan.
Some live vaccines are not suitable during pregnancy, so timing and destination matter more than usual. We work through what is safe to give and what to avoid, based on how far along you are. Your safety and your baby’s wellbeing are both part of the conversation.
If you are on immunosuppressant medication, have HIV, or are receiving cancer treatment, live vaccines may not be appropriate for you. We will advise on which vaccines are safe and, where needed, suggest alternative protective measures. Travel destination choices may also need adjusting based on your current immune status.
Hiking, trekking, or working in remote areas carries very different risks from standard tourism. Rabies pre-exposure cover is worth serious thought if you will be far from reliable medical care. We can also advise on travel medical kits and how to handle potential health emergencies in the field.
If you travel for work to multiple destinations throughout the year, keeping your vaccinations up to date protects you without disrupting your schedule. We keep a full record of your previous vaccines so each visit is quick and targeted. Repeat prescriptions for antimalarials can also be arranged between trips.
Ideally, you should come in at least 6-8 weeks before you depart. Some vaccines need multiple doses spread over several weeks, and others need time to build immunity before you arrive. Leaving it later does not always mean you are out of options, but your choices may be more limited.
If you are travelling within the next two weeks, get in touch as soon as possible. We will work with what time you have and make sure you leave with the best protection available.
Our pharmacists are trained in travel health and stay current with guidance from NaTHNaC, the WHO, and the UK Health Security Agency. You get destination-specific advice based on your exact itinerary, not a printed leaflet handed to everyone.
Prices are confirmed before your appointment. There are no hidden consultation fees and no extras added at the till. What we quote is what you pay.
We are a local pharmacy, not a national chain. Your pharmacist takes time to understand your health history, your trip, and any concerns you have. You are not being moved through a conveyor belt.
Questions can come up after you leave. If something is not clear or your plans change, get in touch, and we will help. That kind of ongoing support is something most online services simply cannot offer.
You can book directly with us without going through your GP first. That saves time, especially when your departure date is coming up fast.
Landsdowne Pharmacy is based in Yaxley and serves patients from across the local area, including:
If you are searching for a pharmacy near Peterborough and are unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call. We are happy to help wherever we can.
We’d love to see you at Landsdowne Pharmacy. Whether you need a prescription dispensed, health advice, or just want to pop in and say hello, you’re always welcome.
Come and see why families in Yaxley have trusted Landsdowne Pharmacy with their health for over 40 years. We're here for you.
Yes, parking is available right outside the pharmacy.
There's a bus stop just around the corner.
Trusted by generations of families in Yaxley and Peterborough.
Absolutely amazing all very polite and helpful. I had a dizzy/ faint spell (due to a condition I have) in there collecting my son’s medicine and she was brilliant with me& waited till my numbers went back to normal and made sure me and my son was both okay. I can’t thank them enough.
Can not belive how helpful and cheerful all the staff are, always greet you with a smile,great chemist everything you need, and if they havent got it, they will get it for you, nothing is ever a bother! 😁, thank you for all your help and advice. …
Lansdowne Pharmacy are absolutely fantastic, they go above and beyond to ensure prescriptions are dealt with correctly and ready for collection or delivery under regular and unforeseen circumstances. The ladies at the front are always friendly, polite and so so helpful.
Excellent local pharmacy. Pharmacist is extremely helpful. Even sorted out my prescription with the surgery.
Highly recommended
We recommend booking ahead to allow proper consultation time, though we do our best to accommodate walk-ins when capacity allows.
Most travel vaccines are not funded by the NHS and must be paid for privately. A small number, such as some hepatitis A doses, may be available on prescription in limited cases.
Some vaccines have a minimum age requirement. We will check suitability during your consultation and advise on alternatives or timing if needed.
Yes. Yellow fever vaccinations come with an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis, which is the document required by many countries at entry.
Bring any previous vaccination records with you. We will review your existing cover and only administer what you actually need, avoiding any unnecessary repeat doses.
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Landsdowne Pharmacy serves Yaxley and Peterborough with prescriptions, vaccines, and health advice. We are here to help.
