68. Crisis lines
If you're in crisis, or close to it, please use one of the numbers on this page first. They are free, confidential and answered by trained people.
Emergency · 24/7
If life is at risk
999
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, please don't hesitate, that's exactly what this number is for.
Crisis · 24/7 · Free
Samaritans
116 123
Mental health · 24/7 · Text
Shout
Text "SHOUT" to 85258
A free crisis text line, available around the clock if picking up the phone feels like too much right now.
NHS · 24/7
NHS 111, option 2
111
For urgent mental health support, including a same-day referral to the crisis team if you need one.