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Coronavirus test centres operating across borough this week

News | Rhys Williams | Published: 09:56, Tuesday January 5th, 2021.
Last updated: 18:28, Tuesday January 5th, 2021

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The test centre is located at the read of Bargoed Library in its car park
The test centre is located at the rear of Bargoed Library in its car park

Coronavirus test centres will be operating in Caerphilly County Borough again this week.

The temporary test centres will be based in Pontllanfraith, Bargoed and Rhymney.

Where are the test centres?

Site of former council offices, Pontllanfraith – NP12 2YW

Bargoed Library Car Park – CF81 8QR

Former Aldi car park site on Old Brewery Lane, Rhymney – NP22 5ET

Residents will need to bring proof of address with them to get tested at the mobile test sites.

The test centres are operated by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

Symptoms of coronavirus include a new continuous cough, high temperature and a loss of taste or smell.

The test centres will be available to Caerphilly County Borough residents only.

Residents will need to book an appointment for a test.

However, coronavirus tests can be booked online to be taken at home. Visit obv.sr/c19test to book a home test.

When are the test centres open?

Tuesday, January 5

10am – 12.30pm – Pontllanfraith

2pm – 4pm – Pontllanfraith

Wednesday, January 6

10am – 12.30pm – Pontllanfraith

2pm – 4pm – Pontllanfraith

Thursday, January 7

10am – 12.30pm – Pontllanfraith

2pm – 4pm – Pontllanfraith

Friday, January 8

10am – 12.30pm – Bargoed Library Car Park

2pm – 4pm – Bargoed Library Car Park

Saturday, January 9

10am – 12.30pm – Bargoed Library Car Park

2pm – 4pm – Bargoed Library Car Park

Sunday, January 10

10am – 12.30pm – Rhymney

2pm – 4pm – Rhymney

Monday, January 11

10am – 12.30pm – Rhymney

2pm – 4pm – Rhymney


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