Search for a pharmacy in Durham
A repeat prescription, urgent medication, health advice or an everyday product: several situations may lead you to look for a pharmacy in Durham. This page lists the 262 pharmacies in Durham, along with their contact details and the practical information available. If your need is pressing, call the pharmacy directly to check whether it is open now before travelling.
Find a pharmacy open near you
Our directory helps you identify a pharmacy nearby, in your neighbourhood, your town or a nearby locality. Check the listings for the address, phone number and stated opening times, then ring ahead to confirm the current opening hours and whether the pharmacy is open at the time you plan to visit.
Pharmacy services and NHS prescriptions
Pharmacies in Durham offer a range of services. Alongside dispensing NHS and private prescriptions, many provide advice on minor ailments, flu jabs, blood pressure checks, emergency contraception and medicine reviews. Availability varies from one pharmacy to another, so it is best to call and confirm which services are offered before you go.
Prescription collection and delivery
Some pharmacies in Durham offer a delivery service for prescriptions and over-the-counter items, which can be helpful if you are unable to travel or need your medication quickly. Others operate an online ordering system that lets you request repeat prescriptions from home. Contact the pharmacy directly to find out whether delivery is available, the areas covered and any conditions that apply.
Opening hours and out-of-hours cover
Opening times differ across pharmacies in Durham. Some open early, late or at weekends, while others keep standard hours. If you need medication urgently outside normal opening hours, a rota pharmacy may be operating in the area. Because arrangements change, always ring ahead to confirm the pharmacy's opening hours and whether it is open now.
Online pharmacy options
In addition to your local branch, an online pharmacy can be a practical way to order repeat medication and everyday products for delivery to your door. Whether you choose a local pharmacy or an online service, check that it is registered and regulated, and keep your GP surgery informed about any medication you order.
Contact a pharmacy in Durham
Browse the list of pharmacies in Durham, check the available listings and call the pharmacy matching your search directly to confirm opening times, availability of your medication, and whether delivery or a specific service is offered. If you or someone else is seriously unwell, is struggling to breathe, has chest pain or is in immediate danger, contact the emergency services without delay.