Blackthorn Pharmacy
Providing healthcare services to communities across the country!
About
Blackthorn Pharmacy is an NHS community pharmacy located in Northampton, Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom. The pharmacy operates as part of the Allied Pharmacies group, a UK pharmacy network that supports multiple independent-style community pharmacies across England and Wales.
The pharmacy primarily serves residents in the Blackthorn area of Northampton and surrounding neighbourhoods by providing NHS prescription dispensing, Pharmacy First consultations, blood pressure monitoring, smoking cessation support, flu vaccinations, and other everyday healthcare services. Community pharmacies like Blackthorn Pharmacy play an important role within the NHS by helping patients access healthcare advice quickly without always needing GP appointments.
Blackthorn Pharmacy is also recognised for its accessible community-focused healthcare support. The pharmacy offers consultation facilities, prescription delivery services, and support for patients requiring ongoing medication management. Regulatory inspections by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) recorded an overall outcome of “Standards met,” reflecting compliance with UK pharmacy standards and healthcare regulations.
Services
Opening hours
| Monday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 13:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Frequently asked questions
Does Blackthorn Pharmacy dispense NHS prescriptions?
Yes. The pharmacy provides:
NHS prescription dispensing
Repeat prescriptions
Electronic prescriptions (EPS)
Private prescriptions
Does the pharmacy support Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)?
Yes. GP surgeries can send prescriptions electronically directly to the pharmacy for collection or delivery.
Is prescription delivery available?
Yes. Home delivery support is available for eligible patients and ongoing medication users.
What healthcare services are available?
Services include:
Pharmacy First consultations
Blood pressure checks
Smoking cessation support
Flu vaccinations
Emergency contraception
New Medicine Service (NMS)
Minor illness support
Medication advice
What is Pharmacy First?
Pharmacy First is an NHS healthcare service allowing pharmacists to help assess and support treatment for certain common conditions without first needing a GP appointment.