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South Street Surgery

83 South Street, Bishops Stortford, Herts, CM23 3AP

Telephone: 01279 465700 - Phone lines open 8am-6.30pm Monday - Friday

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Bishop's Park Health Centre, Lancaster Way, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts. CM23 4DA | Telephone: 01279 465700 - Phone lines open 8am-6.30pm Monday-Friday We're open

Herts and Essex Hospital. Cavell Drive, Haymeads Lane, Bishop's Stortford, Herts, CM23 5JH | Telephone: 01279 465700 - Phone lines open 8am-6.30pm Monday-Friday We're open

Don’t let flu spoil their fun – protect your child with the free nasal spray flu vaccine

Posted on November 26th, 2025

This autumn, your little one has a superpower waiting for them – and it’s just a spray away!
All children aged 2 and 3 years are eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, given as a quick, painless nasal spray. No needles, no fuss – just a powerful shield to help protect them from flu.
Flu isn’t just a cold in disguise – it’s a serious illness that can:
• Cause high fever, sore throat, cough and extreme tiredness
• Lead to chest or ear infections
• In some cases, result in hospital stays for young children
Young children are particularly vulnerable, but with the nasal spray vaccine, they can fight off flu and get back to being little superheroes.
Why young children should have the nasal spray:
• Flu spreads quickly, especially among children who can pass it on to family and friends
• The nasal spray is safe, fast, and completely needle-free
• Having a child off nursery with flu can be disruptive for working parents
The flu virus changes every year, which is why children need the vaccine even if they had it last year. By vaccinating your child, you’re not just protecting them, you’re helping to protect the whole family, including grandparents, siblings, and others who are more vulnerable.
How to get your child vaccinated
If your child is aged 2 or 3 (on 31 August 2025), they can have the flu spray:
We’ll contact you when it’s time to book. You can choose:
• A pre-booked appointment, or
Prefer to book now? Call us on 01279 465700 or speak to reception 

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South Street

  • Monday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Tuesday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Wednesday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Thursday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Friday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Saturday
    CLOSED
  • Sunday
    CLOSED

Bishop's Park

  • Monday
    08:00am to 01:30pm
    02:00pm to 08:30pm
  • Tuesday
    08:00am to 01:30pm
    02:00pm to 06:30pm
  • Wednesday
    08:00am to 01:30pm
    02:00pm to 06:30pm
  • Thursday
    08:00am to 01:30pm
    02:00pm to 06:30pm
  • Friday
    08:00am to 01:30pm
    02:00pm to 06:30pm
  • Saturday
    08:00am to 11:00am
    Pre-booked appointments
  • Sunday
    CLOSED

Herts and Essex Hospital

  • Monday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Tuesday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Wednesday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Thursday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Friday
    08:00am to 05:30pm
  • Saturday
    CLOSED
  • Sunday
    CLOSED