Covid: Pop up vaccine centre set to open at Thorpe Park
A theme park will host a pop up Covid-19 vaccine centre on Thursday as health officials continue their drive to vaccinate young adults.
People who are visiting Thorpe Park in Surrey will be able to get a vaccine before riding a rollercoaster.
The NHS said the clinic will be offering Pfizer jabs to anyone who has not yet taken up the offer, or second doses to those who are eligible
Figures to July 18 suggest that 66.4% of people aged 18 to 29 in England have taken up the offer of a first jab.
Dr Nikki Kanani, NHS England medical director for primary care and deputy senior responsible officer for the NHS Covid-19 vaccination programme, said: “For our brilliant staff and volunteers there is nothing more thrilling than protecting people against Covid-19, and after reaching more than 39 million people the NHS vaccine programme rollout continues to scale new heights.
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“As the NHS’s success helps the country get back to normal, we know that people, and particularly young people, are leading busier lives, so whether you are queuing for the Colossus or staffing the ice cream kiosk, we are making getting a jab as easy as possible.
“Thorpe Park is just the latest pop-up clinic and so I would urge anyone yet to get their vaccine to come forward and attend a walk-in site, or book online – it remains the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones.”
Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid said: “From historic sites such as the British Science Museum, to huge entertainment events like Latitude Festival, we have worked to ensure the Covid-19 vaccine is easily accessible.
“This new pop-up clinic at Thorpe Park is a fantastic opportunity for theme park enthusiasts, young people and families to get a vaccine while they enjoy a day out.
“Already three in five adults aged 18-24 have received a first jab, which is excellent progress – I urge all those yet to get their first or second dose to take advantage of the hundreds of pop-ups around the country and help us cautiously get back to normality.”