Tesco Instore Pharmacy

NHS Pharmacy in Watford, Hertfordshire

Last updated: May 2026 · NHS data source

Address	239-241 Lower High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2BD
Phone	0845 6779702
Postcode	WD17 2BD
Town	Watford
County	Hertfordshire
NHS Region	East Of England
ODS Code	FCR72

✓ NHS Pharmacy100 Hour ContractPhone Available

About this pharmacy

Tesco Instore Pharmacy is an NHS-contracted community pharmacy located in Watford, Hertfordshire. 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 FCR72.

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: 239-241 Lower High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2BD

📞 Phone: 0845 6779702

🕐 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: FCR72

📞 Call 0845 6779702 🧭 Get Directions

Nearby NHS GP Surgeries

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

Bridgewater Surgeries

Bridgewater House, 7 Printers Avenue, WD18 7QR

📞 01923 202600 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Suthergrey House Medical Centre

37a St. Johns Road, WD17 1LS

📞 01923 224424 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Garston Medical Centre

6a North Western Avenue, WD25 9GP

📞 01923 672086 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Consulting Rooms

The Consulting Rooms, Oxhey Drive, WD19 7RU

📞 020 84282292 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Watford Health Centre

Ground Floor, Colne House, 21 Upton Road, WD18 0JP

📞 01923 226266 NHS GP Surgery

📞 Call

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Tesco Instore Pharmacy located?

Tesco Instore Pharmacy is at 239-241 Lower High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2BD. 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 FCR72. 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 — Watford has 30 NHS-contracted community pharmacies in total. Scroll to the bottom of this page to see other pharmacies in Watford, or browse the full Watford listings.