Quit smoking this Stoptober with free drop-in sessions near you

It’s never easy to quit smoking, but the benefits are almost immediate.

When you stop smoking, your blood pressure and heart rate begin to return to normal within just 20 minutes, and in 48 hours, your body starts clearing out harmful toxins. Your risk of developing dementia also reduces.

Quitting smoking is the best thing you can do for your health—no matter your age or how many times you’ve tried before.

That’s why this October, dedicated Stop Smoking Advisors are hitting the streets with free, personalized support.

It is much easier to stop when you have the right help, and our experts are ready to offer guidance, free stop smoking medications and practical tips, tailored to your needs.

Throughout the month, our Stop Smoking service will be making stops at locations in the community including a service on the Health Bus.

This is your chance to meet face-to-face with our experienced advisors. They’ll talk you through what’s available to help you quit, ranging from the new Swap to Stop scheme—which offers vapes as a quitting aid for smokers 18 and over—to personalized plans, medications, and behavioural support.

If you’ve tried quitting before, give it another go, this time with the support proven to work!

Councillor Graeme Henderson, Cabinet Member for Adult Care and Health and Community Safety, said: “The health and financial benefits of giving up smoking are well known. Stoptober is a great opportunity to give up smoking. Officers from Wandsworth Council will give you every assistance to give up. Do please visit our Health Bus at the locations listed below where you will receive a friendly and supportive welcome". 

Health Bus Schedule:

• Monday, 7th October | 10am - 4pm

Location: Clapham ASDA, 204 Lavender Hill, London, SW11 1JG

• Wednesday, 23rd October | 8:30am – 3:30pm

Location: Portswood Place, Roehampton, London, SW15 4ED

 

You will also be able to find pop-up services to help you quit smoking at these locations:

• Monday, 14th October | 10:30am - 1pm

Location: Customer Service Centre, Town Hall Extension, Wandsworth High Street, London, SW18 2PU

• Tuesday, 15th October | 9am - 5pm

Location: St. George’s Hospital, Main entrance - Grosvenor Wing, Blackshaw Road, London, SW17 0QT

• Monday, 18th October | 11am – 5pm

Location: Table in Tooting Market, 21-23 Tooting High Street, London, SW17 0SN

• Monday, 28th October | 10:30am - 1pm

Location: Customer Service Centre, Town Hall Extension, Wandsworth High St., London, SW18 2PU

• Tuesday, 29th October | 9am - 5pm

Location: St. George’s Hospital, Main entrance – Grosvenor Wing, Blackshaw Road, London, SW17 0QT

 

Our team will guide you through various support options, including:

•            Managing Withdrawal Symptoms

•            Coping with Triggers and Cravings

•            Regular Carbon Monoxide Monitoring

•            Personalized Quit Plans and Medications (NRT)

•            Access to Stop-Smoking Aids and the Swap to Stop Scheme

•            Tips on What to Expect and How to Handle Challenges

If you can’t drop by in person or prefer to speak to someone from the comfort of your home, our Stop Smoking Advisors are available by phone or email to guide you through every option and help you create a quit plan that works for you.

 

There’s no need to go it alone—getting support from your local Stop Smoking Service gives you the best chance of quitting successfully. Take the first step today! Contact our team anytime to explore your options and get personalized support.

Freephone (24 hour): 0800 389 7921

Email: StopSmokingteam@wandsworth.gov.uk

It’s never too late to stop smoking—this Stoptober, let’s quit together!