Pharmacies Open Now in Canterbury
7 of 33 pharmacies near Canterbury are open right now. Find a Pharmacy pulls live opening hours from NHS data and the most recent pharmacy rota, so you only see chemists that are actually open, not just the ones that are meant to be. Tap any result for directions, the phone number and today’s full opening schedule. For late-night and 24-hour cover, see the links below.
Pharmacies ranked by distance
0.9 miles away
Closing soon · until 16:00Today: open until 16:00
TEN PERCH ROAD, WINCHEAP, KENT, CT1 3TQ
0.9 miles away
Closing soon · until 16:00Today: open until 16:00
TEN PERCH ROAD, WINCHEAP, KENT, CT1 3TQ
1.1 miles away
Closing soon · until 16:00Today: open until 16:00
ASDA SUPERSTORE, STURRY ROAD, KENT, CT1 1DG
Accessible4.9 miles away
Closing soon · until 16:00Today: open until 16:00
3-4 TESCO PRECINCT, MILLSTROOD ROAD, KENT, CT5 3EE
8.4 miles away
Open · until 17:00Today: open until 17:00
NEWTON PLACE SURGERY, NEWTON ROAD, KENT, ME13 8FH
8.4 miles away
Closing soon · until 16:00Today: open until 16:00
CRESCENT ROAD, KENT, ME13 7AS
0.3 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
68 ST DUNSTANS STREET, KENT, CT2 8BN
0.8 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 08:30
2B HALES DRIVE, KENT, CT2 7AB
Accessible1.1 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 08:30
2 NORTHGATE, KENT, CT1 1WJ
Accessible5.6 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
5-7 ST JOHNS ROAD, SWALECLIFFE, KENT, CT5 2QT
5.6 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
28 FAVERSHAM ROAD, SEASALTER, KENT, CT5 4AR
Accessible5.8 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 08:30
38 BROOMFIELD ROAD, BROOMFIELD, KENT, CT6 7LY
6.1 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
1A TOWER PARADE, KENT, CT5 2BJ
Accessible6.6 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 08:30
AYLESHAM HEALTH CENTRE, QUEENS RD, AYLESHAM, KENT, CT3 3BB
7.0 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
145 RECULVER ROAD, BELTINGE, KENT, CT6 6PD
7.3 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
269 RECULVER ROAD, BELTINGE & RECULVER, KENT, CT6 6SR
9.2 miles away
ClosedClosed · next opens 09:00
126 BRIDGE STREET, WYE, KENT, TN25 5EA
Accessible
Frequently asked questions
- How do I find a pharmacy open now in Canterbury?
Enter your postcode or allow location access at the top of this page. Find a Pharmacy will show every pharmacy within five miles of you in Canterbury, sorted by distance, with a live open-or-closed badge on each one. Tap a result to call, get directions, or see today’s opening hours.
- What if no pharmacy is open when I need medication?
If every nearby pharmacy is shut, Find a Pharmacy shows the address and phone number of the nearest pharmacy that will open next, along with an NHS 111 quick-dial for urgent medication advice. Call NHS 111 free, any time of day, for prescription emergencies; they can arrange an emergency supply from an on-call pharmacy anywhere in England.
- Does Canterbury have a 24-hour pharmacy?
That depends on the live NHS opening-hours data for each Canterbury pharmacy, and very few UK cities have a true round-the-clock chemist. See our 24-hour pharmacies in Canterbury page for the honest answer; it tells you straight whether a 24-hour pharmacy exists, or lists the latest-closing alternatives and the nearest out-of-hours service if it doesn’t.
- How accurate are the opening hours?
Find a Pharmacy uses the NHSBSA Consolidated Pharmaceutical List for the pharmacy directory and pulls live opening hours from each pharmacy’s NHS.uk profile, updated weekly. Bank holiday rota data, where published by your local NHS region, overrides the standard NHS hours so you never get sent to a shut shop on Christmas Day or Easter Monday. If you spot an error, please let us know.
- Is Find a Pharmacy free?
Yes. Find a Pharmacy is free for everyone, forever. No sign-up, no tracking for ad-targeting, no install gate. We use privacy-friendly analytics (Plausible) to count anonymous visits. The data we rely on is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
About pharmacies in Canterbury
- 12 pharmacies serve the Canterbury area
- 4 open on Sundays
- The nearest chemist is SUPERDRUG STORES PLC (0.24 miles away).
- Hours last verified: 12 April 2026
# Finding a Pharmacy in Canterbury
Canterbury is a historic market town in the South East of England, home to a vibrant community and excellent healthcare services. With 12 pharmacies across the town, you'll find convenient access to prescription medications, health advice, and over-the-counter medicines close to home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there any pharmacies open late in Canterbury?
A: Currently, there are no pharmacies in Canterbury offering extended late-night opening hours from 22:00 onwards or overnight services. The latest closing time available is 21:00, so it's worth planning ahead for your pharmacy needs during evenings.
Q: Can I pick up my prescription on a Sunday?
A: Yes, there are 3 pharmacies in Canterbury that open on Sundays, making it easier to collect prescriptions and pharmacy items during the weekend. We recommend checking opening hours in advance to confirm the specific times that suit your schedule.
Q: Does Canterbury have any 100-hour pharmacies?
A: Canterbury does not currently have any 100-hour (extended hours) pharmacies. However, with 12 pharmacies across the town, you should find multiple locations with standard weekday opening hours to meet your needs. The earliest opening time available is 08:00.