Community COVID testing is now available in Hartlepool for people who don’t have symptoms of the virus. The aim is to test as many people as possible to find out if they have COVID and then help them to isolate and reduce transmission of the virus. Hartlepool Borough Council are encouraging Hartlepool business leaders and owners to share this service with their employees.

Booking a test

Please read the key points below to check your eligibility before you book a test:

• Anyone who is aged 18 or over who lives or works in Hartlepool (except those who are shielding)
• You must not have COVID symptoms which includes: (If people have any COVID symptoms they must self-isolate and book a different test immediately here or by calling 119.)
  • A high temperature
  • A new, continuous cough
  • A loss of, or change to, your sense of smell or taste

Those people who are unable to work from home, come into contact with the public and have no access to other rapid testing are encouraged to book a test.

Testing is taking place at Mill House Leisure Centre in Raby Road. To read more information and to book a test please click here or call 01429 523330, please note tests must be booked in advance.

The test is simple with trained staff on hand to explain how to do it and the test only takes a few minutes and people receive their result back by text – usually within half an hour, although it can take up to 24 hours. People are also given advice on what to do if their test comes back positive.

If you have any questions please call (01429) 523330.