The Cotswold Pharmacy

03/12/2025

Our shelves are heaving with prescriptions ready for collection. Please pop down at your earliest convenience to collect your medicines.

We are also fast approaching Christmas week. Here is your polite reminder to submit your repeat requests in plenty of time. We recommend you check your supplies w/b 15 Dec to allow both the surgery team and the pharmacy team sufficient time to process your requests.

Thank you 🎄.

19/11/2025

Pop in for your refills and plastic-free kitchen essentials.

Did you know we stock bulk refills of :

💥Hand Soap
💥Wash up
💥Laundry Liquid
💥Fabric Conditioner
💥Shampoo (aka Hair Wash)
💥Hair Conditioner

All refills are manufactured by FILL or Faith in Nature Limited.

Just pop in with your own clean empty bottles or new glass bottles are available to purchase.

25/09/2025

It's World Pharmacists Day!

Thank you to all pharmacists and pharmacy teams across the country for your hard work caring for our communities. 💙

30/08/2025

Please drop any *toiletries* donations into the black basket in the pharmacy and we will take them to Gloucestershire Bundles on your behalf. Thank you!

Our next donation event will be....
Sunday 5th of October 10-12
At our Unit in Quedgeley- Unit 2, Whitworth Court, Baird Road Waterwells Gloucester GL2 2DG

At this event, we will be taking.....

Clothes 0-16 years to include pre-loved and new

All clothing 0-16 years
All footwear up to adult size 9
Coats 0-16years
Sleepwear 0-16 years ( no growbags or sleeping bags)
Maternity clothes
Teenwear- small adult sizes appropriate for teens
New pants and socks ( we don't take pre-loved for these items )
Hats, gloves, and scaves 0-16 years

* Unfortunately, we don't take school uniform anymore ( we just aren't getting asked for it )
We suggest donating back to local schools

We will also be taking pre-loved and new
Toys and Books 0-16 years
All Toys and Books need to be in a good clean condition with all the pieces
We will be taking soft toys
And Playmats

Unfortunately, we can't take any jumperoos or sit in walkers
No large garden toys or bikes/scooters

*Please note that we are usually very well supported when we hold a toy and book donation event, and it takes us a longer time to sort toys, so the knock-on effect would be there might not be another toy donation event before Christmas*

We will be taking all new Toiletries and Unopened nappies and pull-ups
Also, any new items we can use for Tombola or raffle prizes

Unfortunately, the above items are the only items we will be taking at this event

Without your continued support and amazing donations, we wouldn't be able to do what we do!
We thank each and every one of you
Your kindness doesn't go unnoticed, and we're very grateful 💕

Please share with all your friends and family
Any questions just ask

11/07/2025

We've been asked to stock Solar Buddies so we have!

These are refillable suncream applicators for children and adults. Available in several colour options. You can fill with your favourite suncream and let the kids become more independent with their suncare regime.

Solar Buddies are now available in store.

So if you plan to pick one of these up then pop down to the pharmacy and .

What colour will you choose?!

05/07/2025

Oh gosh!

💧🚰 “Bottled water costs about 2,000 times more than tap water.”

It’s a surprising comparison, but one that highlights just how easy it can be to make a more affordable, sustainable choice. Choosing to refill a bottle instead of buying bottled water helps reduce plastic waste and save money over time. ♻️💙

Many people are finding it easier than ever to refill on the go, thanks to helpful tools like the “Refill app” (Refill Return) and local directories that show nearby water stations, fountains, and refill-friendly cafes.

🗺️ Refill apps and maps are making it simple to stay hydrated without single-use plastic whether you're in your own neighbourhood or travelling abroad.

💬 Want to invite a friend to join you in refusing single-use bottles? Tag them below and help others make the switch and save money, too.

16/06/2025

It's !

Have you seen our FILL refill station yet?

FILL is manufactured in the UK. It is closed loop and proving very popular in-store so far.

Pop along to find our New Hair Wash and Hair Conditioner just arrived!

14/05/2025

Do you feel like your ears are blocked? Having trouble hearing people speak? Have you been told by your GP that you require ear wax removal?

You can now book in for ear microsuction in the pharmacy. We have currently have appointments available on Thursdays and Fridays. Choose an appointment time that suits you by calling or popping in.

01451 860295.

11/05/2025

Now available instore to buy. Have you tried ecoLiving natural bleach yet?

Have you used Natural Bleach yet?

Natural Bleach is a safe and non-toxic, biodegradable alternative to harsh chlorine bleach. When dissolved in water it releases oxygen which acts as a powerful stain remover, deodoriser and disinfectant!

Directions:
Stain remover
Use 2-4 tablespoons in a bowl of warm water as a pre-soak to remove stains. As a stain-removal booster, add 2 tablespoon (or 4 tablespoons for tougher stains) to the laundry powder in your washing machine dispenser drawer to brighten whites and eliminate odours.
General cleaner and disinfectant

To make the solution - Add 4 tablespoons in 1 Litre of hot water. Brilliant to clean ovens, bins and toilets. For wood: brush with the solution, wait for 10 to 15 minutes then brush again and rinse well. For Stone: Apply solution and rinse well particularly on limestone, marble slabs, etc.

To unblock and clean a sink drain:
Pour 2-3 tablespoons in the hole of your sink, add boiling water on top. Wait few minutes and rinse.

Eco Wishes 💚

10/05/2025

Pop along to the VE fete today and vote for our entry!

07/05/2025

We are accepting any unused toiletries donation in store now. Just look for the black basket near the counter 😊.

Our next donation event date is set.......

Saturday 31st of May 10am -12 noon at Unit 2, Whitworth Court, Baird Road Waterwells Gloucester GL2 2DG

We will be taking.......

All Clothes 0-16years
Coats 0-16years
Sleep wear 0-16 years ( no growbags or sleeping bags )
All footwear up to adult size 9
Maternity clothes
Teen wear ( small adult sizes appropriate for teens)
Sun hats for all ages
New pants and socks

New toiletries - for women, men, children, and babies
Unopened Nappies and pull-ups in all sizes

Cotbeds 140cm x 70cm
Toddler beds 140cm x 70cm
( we can't take any used mattresses)
We are full on cots at present and don’t take travel cots, cribs, Moses baskets or next to me cribs.

Pushchairs from newborn ( we can't take any car seats ) . We are full on strollers at present.

Baby Baths
Slings ( no wraps )
Bouncy chairs
Sterilisers
Baby Monitors
Changing bags

We will also be very grateful for any NEW items that are suitable for tombolas or raffles that we can use for fundraising.

Unfortunately, we can only take the above items, as we're full on all other items

If you have any questions, please just ask 💕