Island Pharmacy

NHS Pharmacy in Colchester, Essex

Last updated: May 2026 · NHS data source

Address	4 & 5 Kingsway, Barfield Rd,West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QT
Phone	01206 615113
Postcode	CO5 8QT
Town	Colchester
County	Essex
NHS Region	East Of England
ODS Code	FK840

✓ NHS Pharmacy100 Hour ContractPhone Available

About this pharmacy

Island Pharmacy is an NHS-contracted community pharmacy located in Colchester, Essex. The pharmacy operates under the NHS Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework as a 100-hour contractor and is registered with the NHS Business Services Authority under ODS code FK840.

Facilities at Island Pharmacy

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Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)

Available — standard for NHS pharmacies

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100-hour NHS contract

Required minimum 100 hours/week

Wheelchair access

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Hearing loop

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Disabled access

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Car parking nearby

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Signing services

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Available NHS Services

NHS services typically offered by community pharmacies. Specific service availability is not part of the NHS public dataset — confirm with this pharmacy before visiting.

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NHS prescription dispensing

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Repeat prescription service

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New Medicines Service (NMS)

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Pharmacy First scheme

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Seasonal flu vaccination

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Blood pressure check

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Emergency contraception

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Smoking cessation service

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Contact and Opening Information

Island Pharmacy

📍 Address: 4 & 5 Kingsway, Barfield Rd,West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QT

📞 Phone: 01206 615113

🕐 Opening times: Opening hours are not included in the NHS public dataset. Please call the pharmacy to confirm current opening times. This pharmacy holds a 100-hour NHS contract, requiring it to open at least 100 hours per week.

📋 ODS code: FK840

📞 Call 01206 615113 🧭 Get Directions

Nearby NHS GP Surgeries

NHS GP practices in Colchester or the same postcode area. Useful if you need a prescription for medicines available from this pharmacy. Source: NHS Digital Organisation Data Service.

Constable Country Rural Medical Practice

Constable Country Mp, Heath Road, East Bergholt, CO7 6RT

📞 01206 298272 NHS GP Surgery

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Kelvedon & Feering Health Centre

46 High Street, Kelvedon, CO5 9AG

📞 01376 572906 NHS GP Surgery

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West Mersea Surgery

32 Kingsland Road, West Mersea, CO5 8RA

📞 01206 382015 NHS GP Surgery

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Great Bentley Surgery

The Hollies, The Green, Great Bentley, CO7 8PJ

📞 01206 250691 NHS GP Surgery

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Wivenhoe Surgery

Wivenhoe Medical Centre, Phillip Road, Wivenhoe, CO7 9BA

📞 01206 824447 NHS GP Surgery

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Island Pharmacy located?

Island Pharmacy is at 4 & 5 Kingsway, Barfield Rd,West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QT. The exact location is shown on the Google Map on this page — use the Directions button to navigate.

What is the NHS ODS code for Island Pharmacy?

The ODS code for Island Pharmacy is FK840. This code is used on NHS prescriptions and for Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) nominations.

Why is Island Pharmacy a 100-hour pharmacy?

Island Pharmacy holds a 100-hour NHS pharmacy contract, which means it is required to be open and dispensing NHS prescriptions for at least 100 hours per week. These contracts were introduced by the NHS to widen access to community pharmacy services, particularly outside standard business hours.

Are there other NHS pharmacies near Island Pharmacy?

Yes — Colchester has 31 NHS-contracted community pharmacies in total. Scroll to the bottom of this page to see other pharmacies in Colchester, or browse the full Colchester listings.