Orchard Pharmacy

We are an independent NHS Community Pharmacy serving the people of Craigavon.

Pharmacy · County Armagh · £

About

Orchard Pharmacy is an independent community pharmacy serving residents in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. The pharmacy has been operating since 1994 and is known for providing prescription services, healthcare advice, Pharmacy First support, smoking cessation services, minor ailment support, and prescription collection services.

The pharmacy was founded by local pharmacist Paula Morgan and was named “Orchard Pharmacy” because of her family’s historical connection to apple-growing. Over the years, the pharmacy has built a reputation for offering personalised healthcare support and community-focused service.

Modern UK and Northern Ireland community pharmacies now play a much larger role than simply dispensing medicines. Orchard Pharmacy helps patients access healthcare advice, preventive care, prescription management, and treatment support for common conditions without always requiring GP appointments. This improves healthcare accessibility and helps reduce pressure on healthcare systems.

Services

  • NHS prescription dispensing
  • Repeat prescription collection
  • Prescription ordering service
  • Medicine Use Reviews (MURs)
  • Prescription delivery support
  • Minor ailments treatment
  • Stop smoking support
  • Health promotion programs
  • Blood pressure awareness support
  • Weight management guidance
  • Emergency hormonal contraception
  • Morning after pill consultations

Opening hours

Monday 09:00 – 17:30
Tuesday 09:00 – 17:30
Wednesday 09:00 – 17:30
Thursday 09:00 – 13:00
Friday 09:00 – 17:30
Saturday 09:00 – 13:00
Sunday Closed

Frequently asked questions

Does Orchard Pharmacy dispense prescriptions?

Yes. Services include:

NHS prescription dispensing
Repeat prescription collection
Private prescriptions

Can repeat prescriptions be ordered online?

Yes. Patients can manage prescriptions online through pharmacy systems and digital healthcare tools.

Does the pharmacy offer prescription collection services?

Yes. Orchard Pharmacy provides free repeat prescription collection support from local GP surgeries.

Is home delivery available?

Yes. Free local home delivery services are available for housebound or eligible patients.

What healthcare services are available?

Services may include:

Minor ailments treatment
Smoking cessation support
Medicine use reviews
Health promotion events
Emergency contraception consultations
Travel advice
Ear piercing
Herbal remedy advice
Vitamin supplement guidance