Helplines

DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO... RIGHT NOW?

24 Hour support phone lines are there, if you simply need to talk to someone, in confidence and anonymously, if preferred.

CHILDLINE

0800 1111

Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through.

You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, trained counsellors are there to support you. Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night.

The Samaritans

116 123

Every 10 seconds, Samaritans responds to a call for help. No judgement. No pressure. We're here for anyone who needs someone.

The Silver Line

0800 470 8090

The Silver Line is the only free confidential helpline providing information, friendship and support to older people, open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

OTHER USEFUL NUMBERS (THOUGH NOT 24 HOURS)

Switchboard LGBT+

0300 300 0630

Monday to Sunday, 10am - 10pm

We are a safe space for anyone to discuss anything, including sexuality, gender identity, sexual health and emotional well-being.We support people to explore the right options for themselves.We aspire to a society where all LGBT+ people are informed and empowered.