Samaritans

Call: 116 123 (free, 24/7)

Email: jo@samaritans.org

Website: samaritans.org

Offers emotional support for anyone in distress or at risk of suicide.

NHS 111 – Mental Health Option

Call: 111 (select the mental health option)

Available 24/7 across England. Connects you to trained mental health professionals for urgent support and guidance.

National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK

Call: 0800 689 5652 (6pm–midnight daily)

Provides a supportive listening service for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Shout

Text: SHOUT to 85258 (free, 24/7)

A confidential text service for anyone in crisis. Available anytime, anywhere in the UK.

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)

Call: 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight daily)

Webchat: thecalmzone.net

Supports anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.

Mind

Call: 0300 123 3393 (Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm)

Website: mind.org.uk

Provides information and support for mental health issues.

Papyrus HOPELINEUK (for under 35s)

Call: 0800 068 4141

Text: 07860 039967

Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org

Hours: 9am–midnight daily

Specialist support for young people experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Childline (for children and young people)

Call: 0800 1111 (free, 24/7)

Website: childline.org.uk

Offers confidential support for anyone under 19.