Additional temporary COVID-19 test centres for Torfaen revealed

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has revealed the extended opening of mobile COVID-19 testing units in Torfaen.

This will be a walk-up only service for Torfaen.

The testing units will be open in the following locations from 2nd January 2021 until at least 8th January 2021:

• Greenmeadow Community Farm, NP44 5AJ
• Old Mill Carpark, Pontypool, NP4 8AT

If you have symptoms of Coronavirus (Covid-19) – a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste and/ or smell, please call 119 or visit https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test to book a test.

Remember, these symptoms can be very mild.

You can also book a test at the Drive Through Testing Centre at Rodney Parade, Newport.

Please note: This is a Drive Through facility only- you must arrive by car and remain inside your vehicle at all times.

Getting there

The Test Centre is located at: 

Rodney Parade Stadium, Rodney Road, Newport, NP19 0UU

Important Information

• You must arrive by car or small van
• The swab test is done in 5 minutes
• Please wear a face covering on the way to and from your test
• Please do not use public transport
• Please remember, if you have symptoms of Coronavirus, you and your whole household must self-isolate at home until you receive your test results.

If you are worried about accessing a Coronavirus test, please call 0300 30 31 222 and the team will do everything they can to accommodate you. Don’t forget, you can also apply for a test online.