Rowlands Pharmacy Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Considering 179 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers consistently praise the staff for their friendliness, helpfulness, and professional approach, often noting their willingness to go above and beyond. People frequently appreciate the clear explanations and valuable advice from pharmacists, highlighting quick and efficient service for consultations and reliable prescription readiness. However, some customers also noted significant issues with inventory, frequently reporting prescribed items were out of stock or missing. Many people experienced frustratingly long wait times and queues, often citing unhelpful staff, poor communication, and difficulties reaching the pharmacy by phone.

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Service

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Customer service

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Product

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Inventory

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Wonderful service from Pharmacist and staff on each visit. I was apprehensive starting Mounjaro but pharmacists have made it easy. Explaining how it works and side effects.They have kept me on track a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This pharmacy team is absolutely amazing. They’ve helped me so much, especially during times when I’ve been struggling or having a meltdown — something my doctors haven’t always been able to do. T... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so happy with Rowlands Pharmacy in Stevenston! The staff there are always extremely polite, friendly, and helpful. Even though English is not our first (or even second) language, they always list... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was seen by first response pharmacist. OBS done and ear and throat infection diagnosed. Given prescription for 10 day antibiotics. Professional, friendly and I am so happy, in pain for 2 days so was d... See more

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Established in 1810 and with over 300 locations across the UK, Rowlands Pharmacy stands as the longest-established chain of community pharmacies in the UK. For over 200 years, we have remained a hub of healthcare support, continually evolving to become a more dependable and accessible pharmacy. With our experience and knowledge, we proudly work with local GPs to dispense thousands of prescriptions to customers nationwide. You may have noticed that your local Rowlands may look a bit different. As proud members of the Numark family, we’re showcasing the Numark brand to highlight our togetherness and commitment to our communities


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent staff

Excellent, knowledgeable, friendly staff!

May 2, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Nic,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this is reaches the Crossgate Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

simply called into my local pharmacy in…

simply called into my local pharmacy in ASHURST Skelmersdale to collect a family prescription, the lady on the front desk asked me “ when was the last time you had a blood pressure test “ to which I replied “ years ago” she then asked me if I would like one now so I agreed.
The blood test was done and the results were VERY HIGH, I was advised my one of the ASHURST TEAM to visit my GP Immediately which I did and was told by my GP to go to A&E immediately which I also did where they did several tests on me and prescribed the medication I am now taking to control my blood pressure.
Without the professional knowledge and direction from the ASHURST TEAM something quiet sinister could well of happened to me, I will always be eternally grateful to the ASHURST TEAM for their prompt response to my situation and their attention to detail displayed on my behalf.
That was my lucky day the day I walked into the pharmacy, if all pharmacies were run as professionally and efficiently as this one the country would be a lot healthier place.
Russ Edwards
Ashurst Skelmersdale

April 14, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Russell,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this is reaches the Ashurst Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful staff

The ladies at The pharmcy do a great job ! Always willing to help or advise

April 16, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning Charlotte,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this is reaches the Benllech Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rowlands Pharmacy Salford Royal Hospital I was told that my prescription would…

I was told that my prescription would be 1 hour I waited and went back to collect it and was then informed that it would be another 20 mins, again I waited and went back in to be told that it would be another half an hour, at this point I had to leave because my car parking had run out at Salford Royal. When I got home I attempted to phone the pharmacy to tell them that I would pick it up later on in the week but I could not get through when I called there number nobody was answering the phone and it kept cutting me off therefore I could not arrange a pick up of the two items at Rowlands Pharmacy that I needed. What are you meant to do?

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning Mark,

I am sorry to learn of your recent poor service when using Rowlands Pharmacy, in order for me to investigate this matter further please can you advise of further details by contacting our team at patientexperience@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk quoting 'TrustPilot' and including the branch you attended as well as further details of the incident.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Firstly..I would advise anyone who has…

Firstly..I would advise anyone who has had a bad experience in this pharmacy..to keep your bad review to yourself.. I had a bad experience in this pharmacy..so took it to their top people..after doing so..I was then advised to take my custom elsewhere.. their reason..myself and the pharmacy have a conflict of interest..not exact words..but thats what they meant..I have a couple of reasons for my complaint.. but one of them which I didn't bring up was, as I was sitting on the chairs..which I presume the staff didn't know I was there..and over heard them speaking about a young mum and her 2 kids..who I think had symptoms of chicken pops..when she left the pharmacy.i over heard them speaking about her..so im now of the thinking..what else are they speaking about once people are leaving their premises. ..won't ever ever be setting foot in their premises .EVER

April 21, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning Helen,

I am sorry to learn of your recent poor service when using Rowlands Pharmacy, in order for me to investigate this matter further please can you advise of further details by contacting our team at patientexperience@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk quoting 'TrustPilot' and including the branch you attended as well as further details of the incident.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Second review as I didn't name the…

Second review as I didn't name the pharmacy. Bridgeton cross. Diane is my favourite but the rest of the team are just a good. Best team

April 21, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning Darn,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this is reaches the Bridgeton Cross Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EXCELLENT PHARMACY

I had a weight loss consultation at thr pharmacy today. The Pharmacist I saw was very friendly and helpful and explained everything clearly.

I noticed while waiting for my appointment that the pharmacists used the 1st name of people coming into the pharmacist. I thought this was a lovely touch.

April 20, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Tania,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the George Street Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Chelsea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you for your help. Farnham Hale Road Pharmacy

I ordered my prescriptions on 7th April through pharmacy for you. It should on their site waiting for Doctors’ approval. I rang the surgery today 16th April and was told categorically that as I had now run out of my tablets that my prescription would for this month be and to Rowlands opposite the surgery. I was told that my prescription would be ready at 6.30 and that the pharmacy was closing at 7pm. My husband and I went to collect my prescription and was told by one f the staff the prescription had been sent to pharmacy for you and she was extremely apologetic that she couldn’t do anything at the point. However she said to try ringing pharmacy for you to release my prescription. As now the time was getting very close to 7pm. I was told which pharmacy would be open til a later time. The pharmacist also was very helpful in suggesting other pharmacies. We got in touch with pharmacy for you by phone and they immediately said the prescription would be available for a pharmacy. Both members of staff said they would make sure I got my medication even though the time was about two minutes to seven. I would like to say how very grateful I am for their help and extremely friendly and professional attitude to my plight thank you very much for this wonderful service.

April 16, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, to ensure that this reaches the correct Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work please can you share which of our pharmacies this is in relation to?

Kind Regards
Chelsea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Thank you very much for your extra speedy and friendly help yesterday, it is very much appreciated. We are lucky to have you in Tarporley - a luxury that should not be taken for granted.

April 15, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Barbara,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Tarporley Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Chelsea

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor Service unhelpful staff

I moved my pharmacist from the Rowlands Kirkburton, to Well in Skelmanthorpe, much better service got a text when it was ready and not ignored when I walked in and the staff smiled…fantastic service.
But parking in Skelmanthorpe an issue so returned to Rowlands, same issues, no notification of prescription ready despite them taking my number twice
Think I’ll put up with the poor parking and return to Well

April 9, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon David,

I am sorry to learn of the ongoing poor service when using our Pharmacy, in order for me to investigate this matter further please can you advise of further details by contacting our team at patientexperience@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk quoting 'TrustPilot' and including the branch you attended as well as further details of the incident.

Kind Regards
Chelsea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable medication delivery service

I always have my medication delivered from the BRI. The original date that Rowland's gave me wasn't convenient. I called, got straight through and spoke to Siobhan, who was extremely helpful and friendly. My medication delivery was re-arranged with no fuss. The delivery was completed on the correct day and within the time stated. Great, reliable service. Well done Rowland's

April 7, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Craig,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Bristol Royal Infirmary Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing staff!!

March 30, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Daniel,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Forehill Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. What a difference since Sinaya took over. Wait times are so much shorter and repeat prescription is always ready to collect with no issues. Sinaya is always very helpful and really goes out of her way to help customers. What a difference. Would highly recommend.

March 30, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Isabel,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Bridgeton Cross Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rowlands Pharmacy at Ensbury Park not…

Rowlands Pharmacy at Ensbury Park not providing services that are advertised and have no knowledge or information about them. Very little intelligence too! They mess people about and don't provide meds with services which they have claimed money for!

March 27, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon Clare,

I am sorry to learn of your concerns surrounding our delivery service, in order for me to investigate this matter further please can you advise of further details by contacting our team at patientexperience@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk quoting 'TrustPilot' and including the branch you use as well as further details of the incident.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff are extremely welcoming and…

The staff are extremely welcoming and go above and beyond to help me and my family whenever we are in. The pharmacist Saniya has done what no other pharmacist has done, extremely empathetic and understanding. One of the best pharmacies I've been to

March 27, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Bridgeton Cross Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful

Really helpful

March 26, 2025
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the St Luke's Hospital Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards

Chelsea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service as usual

March 26, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Afternoon,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Springburn Dispensary Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards

Chelsea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visit the pharmacy frequently it is…

I visit the pharmacy frequently it is always very busy. Siobhan is always so helpful and friendly. She leaves the counter to manage the queue and she communicates with people. For first time visitors it can be confusing but she alleviates a lot of problems by communicating. She is very protective and helpful always smiling. They are lucky to have someone as knowledgeable and helpful as her. I always can tell if shes on shift or not because when she is there everything is smooth and she knows what is going on.

March 20, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning Shani,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Bristol Royal Infirmary Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There has been a staffing change and…

There has been a staffing change and the atmosphere of the pharmacy is now lovely. I really feel like the staff care in Cupar store now

March 20, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Cupar Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All staff are fantastic

All staff are fantastic, they care about people always asking how your felling.
I would 100% recommend this chemist if not for all the services they provide even just for the friendly welcome

March 20, 2026
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Reply from Rowlands Pharmacy

Good Morning Tracy,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I will ensure that this reaches the Corstorphine Team and that they are recognised for all of their hard work.

Kind Regards
Lauren

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