Where can you get tested in Stoke-on-Trent?
Community testing
People who book a coronavirus lateral flow test will be tested using new technology which gives results in just over 30 minutes, without the need to go to a lab to be processed. If you are asymptomatic or don’t have one of the three main symptoms but are feeling unwell you can book a community test.
Available lateral flow tests each week:
| Date | Venue | Time |
| Monday | Northwood Stadium | 9:30am - 3pm |
| Tuesday |
LRV at Staffordshire University Wallace Sports And Education Centre |
9:30am - 3pm 2pm - 7pm |
| Wednesday |
LRV at Staffordshire University City Central Mosque |
9:30am - 3pm 10am - 2pm |
| Thursday |
Northwood Stadium Wallace Sports And Education Centre |
9:30am - 3pm 2pm - 7pm |
| Friday | Northwood Stadium | 9:30am - 3pm |
| Saturday | Dimensions Leisure Centre | 9:30am - 3pm |
| Sunday | Dimensions Leisure Centre | 9:30am - 3pm |
You will be asked to isolate either in your own car or in a designated area at a social distance at the site to receive your results. If results are positive then you will be asked to return for a further test and receive additional support and advice. Should you be negative, you can continue about your normal day-to-day business.
Milder symptoms include:
- Headaches
- Aches and pains
- Feeling very tired for no good reason
- Sore throat
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
- Sometimes ‘tummy ache’ in children
Regional testing
If you have any of the 3 classic symptoms (high temperature, cough, loss of taste/smell) you should book a test at a regional testing centre. People who book a coronavirus test at a regional centre will be tested using PCR and results will be given in 24-48 hours.
National tests can be booked at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or by phoning 119.
National testing sites in Stoke-on-Trent:
- Stoke City FC South Car Park- drive through, regional site
- Fenton Manor Car Park- walk through, local site
- Synectics Solutions Car Park- walk through, local site
Please remember:
- If you are awaiting a coronavirus test result and you have one of the three main symptoms you should self-isolate
- If you are awaiting a coronavirus test result and you one of the milder symptoms you not need to self-isolate
- If you test positive, you need to self-isolate for 10 days and anyone you live or in your support bubble will need to self-isolate for 10 days
Covid-19 hotspots in Stoke-on-Trent
Although cases are still widespread across the city, places where there are higher levels of community transmission include:
- Hanley
- Tunstall
- Longton
Residents in these areas should consider booking a test.