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Samaritans of Portsmouth and East Hampshire

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Bognor Regis

Samaritans of Bognor Regis, Chichester and District is a local Samaritans branch based in the South of England.

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Bournemouth

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Saving lives on the railways

Many rail employees who have taken our courses have used their skills to save lives, at work or in their local community.

Charity of the Year

Nominating us as your Charity of the Year is a unique opportunity to unite your staff behind an inspiring cause and demonstrate your company’s commitment to making a difference.

Talk to us on the phone

Whatever you're going through, call us free any time, from any phone, on 116 123.

In prisons

We work with prison services to reduce suicide and self-harm in prisons

Samaritans' Media Guidelines

Samaritans' Media Guidelines help journalists report suicide and self-harm safely and responsibly.

Community and Events Fundraising Admin Volunteer

Megan Boxall runs 200 marathons in 200 days for Samaritans

Endurance runner, Megan Boxall aims to become he fastest woman to run the entire coastline of Britain whilst raising funds for Samaritans.

• 30th March 2026
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The Listening Walk Arrives in Harrow

• 25th March 2026

Takeover Day at Brighton v Liverpool

On 21st March, the Brighton, Hove & District branch of Samaritans "took over" Brighton & Hove Albion's home ground, 'The Amex'.

• 21st March 2026

British Institute of Funeral Directors Presidents Charity Supporting Leek Branch of Samaritans

Leek Branch of Samaritans are proud to be supported by Clive Pearson, President of the British Institute of Funeral Directors in his fund raising events this year.

Harrison’s story

"If I hadn’t contacted Samaritans that night, then I don’t believe I would be here. That phone called saved me."

York Samaritans - Bring Back Small Talk Between Strangers

York Samaritans are encouraging people to start a simple conversation if they notice someone who doesn’t seem okay, especially on the railway network, but also in other public settings.

• 12th March 2026

Small Talk Saves Lives

Is small talk a thing of the past? Over half of Brits think so as Cheltenham and District Samaritans say that your words are a lifesaving kit.

• 18th March 2026

Turning Small Talk Into Lifesaving Action

Passengers at Stourbridge Junction were encouraged to recognise the life‑changing impact of everyday conversations as volunteers from Brierley Hill Samaritans took part in the Small Talk Saves Lives.

• 13th March 2026

Volunteer at the 2026 Cambridge Beer Festival for Cambridge Samaritans

18–23 May 2026 on Jesus Green, Cambridge.

Small Talk Saves Lives 2026

Our Small Talk Saves Lives campaign encourages people to start a simple conversation if they think someone isn’t OK at railway stations or other public places, as long as they feel safe to do so.

• 17th March 2026

David Matthews Visits Bognor and Chichester Samaritans during his Listening Walk

• 6th March 2026