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Extension of Caerphilly Temporary COVID-19 Testing Units

Credit: Caerphilly Council

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is extending the opening of its temporary testing facilities in Bargoed and at Caerphilly Leisure Centre.

The testing units will be open until 23/11 and will provide a walk up testing service to Caerphilly residents.

If you have symptoms of Coronavirus (Covid-19) – a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste and/or smell, please call 0300 30 31 222 to book a test.

Remember these symptoms can be very mild.

Morning Walk Up Tests (Booking Required)
Caerphilly Leisure Centre, Virginia Close, Caerphilly, CF83 3SW
Operating Hours: Morning (08:30am-11:30am)
Operational dates: Open until 23/11

Afternoon Walk Up Tests (Booking Required)
Bargoed Library Car Park, Hanbury Road, Bargoed, CF81 8QR
Operating Hours: Afternoon (12:30pm – 15:30pm)
Operational dates: Open until 23/11

Booking required. Contact them on 0300 30 31 222 – 8am-8pm Monday-Friday, and 8am-6pm on weekends.

  • The test is done in 5 minutes
  • Only for residents of Caerphilly. Bring ID and proof of address.
  • Please wear a face covering on the way to and from your test
  • Please do not use public transport
  • Do not visit any shops or other places on the way to or from your test
    lease remember, if you have symptoms of Coronavirus, you and your whole household must self-isolate at home until you receive your test results.

For people who live outside the Caerphilly area, there are other testing facilities available in Gwent. Call 0300 30 31 222 between 8am – 6pm to book.

You can also have a test posted to your home.
Apply online at www.gov.wales or phone 119.