Refuge
The largest specialist domestic abuse charity in the UK.
Phone · Online · In person · England
National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)
For women in England. Free, confidential, 24 hours a day: 0808 2000 247.
Visit their websiteAbout National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge, offers free, confidential support 24 hours a day for women experiencing domestic abuse in England, as well as family, friends and others calling on their behalf. Men can call the Men's Advice Line, and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own 24-hour helplines.
How they can help
- 24-hour helpline (0808 2000 247)
- Live chat
- Safety planning
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Women's Aid
Support and information for women experiencing domestic abuse.
Online · England
Men's Advice Line (Respect)
Confidential support for men experiencing domestic abuse.
Phone · Online · UK
Need urgent help? If you're in immediate danger, call 999. Free domestic abuse helplines, open 24 hours: in England 0808 2000 247 (Refuge, for women), in Wales 0808 80 10 800, in Scotland 0800 027 1234 and in Northern Ireland 0808 802 1414. Men can call the Men's Advice Line on 0808 801 0327, weekdays. Samaritans: 116 123.