RESIDENTS are being asked to avoid coming to a Christchurch GP next week while coronavirus vaccinations are taking place.

The Stour Surgery in Barrack Road is holding clinics on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

In a Facebook post a spokesperson for the practice said: "The car park and surgery will be busy on these days and we would be grateful if you would please avoid coming to the surgery.

"Stay safe, we are still open for all others services, just give us a call."

The clinics are due to run from 8.30am until 3.30pm.

The surgery said invitations have been sent to patients to book in for their Covid vaccine.

Residents are asked not to contact the practice, with jabs starting with patients aged over 80.