These two key charities work together to provide the 24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline 0808 2000 247. Both charities provide refuge accommodation throughout the country for women and children who may need to flee their homes due to domestic abuse.

Telephone 116 123

Confidential support line for children, young people, and parents/ carers. Available 8pm–8am every day. Freephone 0800 1488 244 Text: 07984 392700

Get help and advice about a wide range of issues, call us on 0800 1111, talk to a counsellor online, send Childline an email or post on the message boards.

Helps children, young people and families facing low mood, friendship problems, bullying, online bullying or feeling angry, lonely or sad before things get worse. Text BUZZ to 85258 for text messaging support, call 01924 665 093 or send off a referral form