Tesco Instore Pharmacy

NHS Pharmacy in Folkestone, Kent

Last updated: May 2026 · NHS data source

Address	Tesco Stores, Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4QJ
Phone	01303 719447
Postcode	CT19 4QJ
Town	Folkestone
County	Kent
NHS Region	South East
ODS Code	FX457

✓ NHS Pharmacy100 Hour ContractPhone Available

About this pharmacy

Tesco Instore Pharmacy is an NHS-contracted community pharmacy located in Folkestone, Kent. 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 FX457.

Facilities at Tesco Instore 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

Available — all NHS pharmacies

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

Tesco Instore Pharmacy

📍 Address: Tesco Stores, Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4QJ

📞 Phone: 01303 719447

🕐 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: FX457

📞 Call 01303 719447 🧭 Get Directions

Nearby NHS GP Surgeries

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

White House Surgery

1 Cheriton High Street, CT19 4PU

📞 01303 275434 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

The New Surgery

128 Canterbury Road, CT19 5SR

📞 01303 243516 NHS GP Surgery

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Guildhall Street Surgery

65-69 Guildhall Street, CT20 1EJ

📞 01303 851411 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Sandgate Road

180 Sandgate Road, CT20 2HN

📞 01303 851241 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Harbour Medical Practice

Folkestone Health Centre, 15-25 Dover Road, CT20 1JY

📞 01303 220707 NHS GP Surgery

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Tesco Instore Pharmacy located?

Tesco Instore Pharmacy is at Tesco Stores, Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4QJ. 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 Tesco Instore Pharmacy?

The ODS code for Tesco Instore Pharmacy is FX457. This code is used on NHS prescriptions and for Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) nominations.

Why is Tesco Instore Pharmacy a 100-hour pharmacy?

Tesco Instore 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 Tesco Instore Pharmacy?

Yes — Folkestone has 11 NHS-contracted community pharmacies in total. Scroll to the bottom of this page to see other pharmacies in Folkestone, or browse the full Folkestone listings.