One simple programme. One affordable fee. Everything you need to quit smoking, delivered with warmth, patience, and proven methods.
Built on what works. Delivered by people who care.
What it actually costs you:
Service free for those who don't pay for NHS prescriptions. One single prescription charge for the full 12 weeks if you do pay for prescriptions.
You shouldn't have to bend your life around getting help. We bend around yours.
Pop into our welcoming clinic at 212 St Vincent Street West. Face-to-face appointments include CO breath testing and a chance to chat openly in a private, warm space.
Mon 9:30am – 1:30pm
Wed 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Thu 9:30am – 1:30pm
Prefer to call from home? Our advisors offer full 12-week support by phone — same expert care, same personalised plan, just on your own sofa.
Ideal if you have mobility, work or childcare constraints.
See your advisor face-to-face from anywhere with a phone, tablet or laptop. Friendly, secure video calls that fit around your day.
Great for busy parents, shift workers, or anyone who can't attend our clinic in Birmingham.
The programme combines proven medication with fortnightly human support. That's the combination that actually works.
NRT replaces some of the nicotine your body is used to — but without the harmful chemicals in cigarette smoke. We'll help you choose the right combination:
Quitting isn't just about nicotine — it's about your habits, your routine, the feelings behind the cigarette. We help with all of it:
The whole Birmingham Stop Smoking Service is free to use. Here's exactly who can join and what (if anything) you'd pay.
Open to anyone aged 12 or over who lives, works, or is registered with a GP in Birmingham. No referral needed — you can come straight to us.
If you don't pay for NHS prescriptions: nothing. The whole 12 weeks is free.
If you do pay for prescriptions: one single prescription charge (currently £9.90) covers your NRT for the entire 12 weeks.
In England, you get free NHS prescriptions if you are:
If you're not sure whether you qualify, just ask us at your first appointment — we'll help you check.
Some groups need a bit more care. We're trained to offer it.
Specialist support to quit safely during pregnancy and beyond — for the health of both you and your baby. Priority appointments available.
Living with COPD, asthma, diabetes or heart conditions? Quitting can transform your health. We'll work alongside your GP where helpful.
Quitting and mental health are deeply linked. Our advisors are trained to support people experiencing anxiety, depression and other conditions.
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The service is open to anyone aged 12 or over who lives, works, or is registered with a GP in Birmingham. If you don't fit any of those, get in touch anyway — we can usually point you towards a local service for your area.
Most successful quitters have tried multiple times. Each attempt teaches you something. We'll never judge you for previous attempts — we'll use them to build a smarter plan.
There isn't one. The whole service is funded by Birmingham City Council as part of the city's public health programme. If you don't pay for NHS prescriptions, your treatment is completely free. If you do pay for prescriptions, you'll only be charged one single prescription fee for the entire 12 weeks of NRT.
Absolutely. Many people find it helpful to bring a partner, friend or family member, especially to the first session. Let us know in advance so we can make sure there's room.
Slips happen. They're a normal part of quitting, not a failure. We'll just adjust your plan and keep going. The only mistake is giving up on yourself — and we'll never let you do that. Read more about what to do when you slip up.
People who quit smoking gain around 4–5kg on average over the first year — but the gain is gradual, and there's plenty you can do to minimise it. We'll talk through practical strategies as part of your plan. Read our full guide to quitting without piling on the pounds.
Yes — and your quit may be one of the most important things you ever do. We have advisors with specialist training in pregnancy quits, and we work alongside your midwifery team. See our gentle guide to quitting during pregnancy.
