Contact us
116 123 free from any phone
37 St. Nicholas Street
Bristol BS1 1TP
Where we work
Bristol and south gloucestershire
How we can help
Accessibility information
- Accessible toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
- Volunteers have step-free access to our operations room from the street, though street parking is limited near the branch.
Welcome to Bristol Samaritans
At Bristol Samaritans, we provide confidential, emotional support to those in need of a safe space to talk over problems, feelings, stress, or anything that maybe worrying them, especially those in extreme despair. We do this by telephone, email, and by performing outreach to our communities.
Bristol Samaritans is focussed on being diverse and inclusive, and welcomes new volunteers and callers from all backgrounds.
During 2022 almost 200 volunteers at Bristol Samaritans responded to over 26,000 requests for support by phone and email. In addition there were a number of face to face contacts from prison inmates with the “Listeners” we have trained, as well as emotional support within the community.
We provide talks for community groups, schools and other organisations interested in our work. We have partnerships with a number of local organisations, including local health services, CRUSE and in HM Prison Bristol and HM Prison Eastwood Park.
A big focus for Bristol Samaritans is being there for callers when they need us most. This means that in addition to responding to contacts from inside the branch, we are reaching out to at risk groups in our local community, making sure they know we're there for them and know how to get access to our support in times of need.
We are very proud of our committed volunteers. Whether they are providing support to callers or working behind the scenes, they are making a positive impact to the community around the clock.
Please click on the following link if you would like to know more about volunteering at Bristol Samaritans: Volunteer with Bristol Samaritans
Claire & Ed (Co-Directors - Bristol Samaritans).
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Our privacy statement
Privacy is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to protecting your privacy and your personal information that we hold. Read our privacy statement here.
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Our branch history
Click here to read more about the life and times of our Bristol branch.
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Leaving a gift to Bristol Samaritans in your Will
Click here to read more about leaving us a gift in your will.