Wandsworth Stop Smoking Service

Stop smoking with free support in Wandsworth

Do you smoke and want to quit? Have you tried multiple times to stop but found it difficult?

Don't be discouraged. Many people make several quit attempts before stopping for good, and getting free support can improve your chances of success.

With the right help, you're three times more likely to quit for good, so why not give it a go.

If you live or work in Wandsworth and are aged 15 or over, we are here to help. Our team of friendly professionals can provide regular support, advice, and access to stop smoking medications to guide you through your journey to a smoke-free life.

Support is available face-to-face, over the phone and online, allowing you to choose the option that works best for you.

Get help now

Ready to quit? Complete our contact form and one of our advisors will be in touch to help you.

Contact the stop smoking service

If you are ready to make a quit attempt or are not quite sure and just want more information, get in touch with us today.

Freephone 24 hours: 0800 088 7550
Email: StopSmokingteam@wandsworth.gov.uk

How we can help you

Our Stop Smoking Service provides free, personalised support to help you stop smoking. Depending on your needs and what is suitable for you, support can include:

One-to-one advice (face-to-face and over the phone)
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), including patches, gum, lozenges, microtabs, inhalators, mouth spray and nasal spray.
24-hour online support via the Smokefree App
Stop-smoking medication
Vapes for adults aged 18+
Carbon monoxide checks
Practical support to manage cravings, withdrawal symptoms and smoking triggers

Benefits of quitting

Giving up smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, wellbeing and finances. No matter how long you've smoked, the benefits begin almost immediately.

By quitting smoking, you will:

Reduce your risk of serious illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, lung disease and cancer.
Save money by no longer spending it on cigarettes. Use the NHS Quit Smoking Calculator to find out how much you could save.
Improve your quality of life with more energy, easier breathing, and better taste and smell.

What you can expect after quitting:

After 20 minutes: Your heart rate and blood pressure begin to return to normal.
After 48 hours: Your sense of taste and smell start to improve.
After 2 to 12 weeks: Your circulation and lung function improve.
After 1 to 9 months: You'll cough less and feel less short of breath.
After 1 year: Your risk of heart disease is around half that of someone who continues to smoke.

Every smoke-free day helps you build a healthier future for yourself and those around you.

Protect your family and others around you from second-hand smoke, which can cause serious harm to their health. Children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of second-hand smoke.

Vanessa, a Wandsworth resident, talks about the benefits of quitting

Vaping to quit smoking

If you are an adult who smokes, a nicotine vape may be one of the options available to help you quit.

Evidence to date shows that vaping can be an effective tool for stopping smoking. It is not risk-free and is not recommended for children, young people under 18 or people who do not smoke cigarettes.

Our Stop Smoking Service can advise you on whether vaping is a suitable option for you and provide support to help you stop smoking completely.

Local support sessions

In person stop smoking support is available at St George's and Queen Mary’s Hospital by appointment. In-patients and out-patients can call 020 8725 4234 to find out more or arrange support.

Our Stop Smoking Advisors also attend Health Bus and community health pop-up events across Wandsworth. These sessions do not require an appointment - residents can simply drop in.

Additional support

There are a number of other services that can help you to stop smoking.

Smoke Free App

Download the Smoke Free app to access additional support on your smartphone. 24/7 access to stop smoking advisors and craving tips and feedback about triggers. Up to 12 weeks supply of your chosen vape or nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) which can be home delivered within 48 hours of your request.

Stop Smoking London helpline

Call 0300 123 1044 to speak with specialist advisors who can guide you through the range of stop smoking support available. The helpline is open Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4pm.