Private Flu Vaccine Birmingham
Flu jabs from £40
You can book a private flu vaccine in Birmingham at The Oakley Medical Practice. A registered nurse administers your flu jab, vaccinating adults and children from six months old.
Available vaccines:
- Seqirus flu vaccine (TIVc): Suitable for adults and children aged six months and over.
- Adjuvanted flu vaccine (aTIV): Suitable for adults aged 65 and over.
Flu vaccination appointments for the 2026 to 2027 season are now available to book, and you do not need to be registered with us to book a flu jab in Birmingham.
Who Should Consider Having a Flu Vaccination?
Most people aged six months and over can have a flu vaccination. If you have had a severe allergic reaction to the flu vaccine or its ingredients, it is not recommended.
A private flu jab at our clinic in Sutton Coldfield, in Birmingham, means you can be vaccinated even if you are not eligible for a free NHS vaccine. As seasonal flu viruses change each year, annual vaccination helps protect against the strains expected to circulate during the coming season.
An annual flu jab is recommended for people who:
- Are aged 18 to 64 and do not have a health condition that qualifies you for a free NHS flu jab.
- Have a baby or toddler aged six months to two years, as healthy children this young are not included in the NHS flu programme.
- Have a weakened immune system or a long-term health condition, which makes complications from flu more likely.
- Work with or care for people who are more vulnerable to flu, such as young children, pregnant women or older adults.
- Live with someone who has a weakened immune system.
For babies and children, we also offer a full range of private childhood vaccinations at our practice.
Flu Vaccine Prices 2026 to 2027
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Children and adults aged six months to 65 | £40 |
| Adults over 65 | £50 |
Flu levels in England are still low at the start of this season. However, UKHSA reports that flu activity throughout September 2026 was higher than in the same period of each of the past four winters.
If you would like to book a flu vaccination, contact Oakley Medical Practice to arrange an appointment.
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What to Expect at Your Appointment
- Book online with a nurse or contact our reception team, and we’ll discuss a date and time that works for you.
- Your nurse will ask about your health, allergies, and past vaccine reactions when you arrive.
- Your nurse administers the vaccine as an injection, which only takes a few seconds.
- Before you leave, your nurse explains the common side effects and answers any questions you have about the vaccine.
How Does The Flu Jab Work
The flu jab teaches your immune system to recognise and fight specific influenza viruses. It stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies that will protect you if you encounter the virus later.
Flu can do more than make you feel terrible for a week. It can lead to complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia, and for some people it can be life-threatening. Vaccination is the most effective way to protect yourself and vulnerable people around you against influenza.
- Each vaccine contains weakened or inactive strains of flu virus that the World Health Organisation predicts will be most common that winter.
- Flu viruses change quickly, so the vaccine is updated each year.
- If you do catch the flu post-vaccination, your symptoms will likely be less severe.
Why Choose The Oakley Medical Practice?
- We are a CQC-registered practice, rated Good by the Care Quality Commission.
- Your flu jab is given by a registered nurse, and our doctors are registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- We vaccinate children from six months old.
- Vaccine cost £40, or £50 for adults over 65.
- You can book online and choose an appointment time that works for you, with no waiting list.
Where to Find Us
The Oakley Medical Practice offers private flu vaccinations in Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, around ten miles north of Birmingham city centre.
By train: Butlers Lane station is approximately one mile away, with direct services to Birmingham New Street.
By bus: National Express West Midlands X3 services run between Birmingham city centre and Sutton Coldfield. The nearest bus stop is on Hill Hook Road, opposite Bishops Way.
Parking: Parking is available at the front, side and rear of the clinic.
Accessibility: The clinic is on the ground floor, with a small step at the entrance.
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The flu vaccine helps protect you from contracting the flu, a serious illness that affects your lungs and breathing. It works by helping your body create antibodies, which are proteins that fight off the flu virus.
The vaccine contains a mix of three flu virus strains that are expected to be the most common that season. By getting the vaccine, you also reduce the chance of spreading the flu to others.
The flu jab cannot guarantee complete protection, as its effectiveness depends partly on how closely the vaccine matches the strains circulating that season. However, it significantly reduces your risk of catching flu and passing it on to others.
Older adults and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to develop serious complications from flu. Vaccination remains important for these groups, as it can reduce the risk of severe illness. If you do catch flu after vaccination, your symptoms may be milder and your illness shorter.
Yes, the flu vaccine is safe, as it does not contain live pathogens. While some individuals may experience mild side effects, such as soreness at the injection site or a slight fever, these symptoms typically resolve within one to two days. Severe side effects are extremely rare.
The vaccine is effective in reducing the risk of getting the flu and is especially beneficial for older adults and individuals with underlying health conditions. Additionally, it helps lower the risk of serious complications, such as heart attacks, particularly in those with pre-existing heart disease.
The flu vaccine is recommended to people who are at higher risk of getting seriously ill from seasonal flu. This includes individuals aged 65 and over, as well as those who are six months and older. People with long-term health issues, such as chronic conditions, should also get vaccinated.
Pregnant women are advised to receive the flu vaccine, as well as those living in care facilities. Additionally, individuals who care for or live with someone vulnerable should also consider getting vaccinated to protect themselves and those they care for.
