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Do you need help now? Crisis Messenger text service provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need support, you can text Contact to 85258.

We know that finding the right support is important, especially if you need someone to talk to right now. We aim to connect every texter to a trained volunteer promptly to provide crisis help. They will listen to you and help you think more clearly, enabling you to know that you can take the next step to feeling better.

How does it work?

If you’re experiencing a personal crisis, are unable to cope and need support, text Contact to 85258. The trained Crisis Volunteer will introduce themselves, reflect on what you’ve said, and invite you to share at your own pace. You’ll text back and forth, only sharing what you feel comfortable with. By asking questions, listening to you and responding with support, they will help you sort through your feelings until you both feel you are now in a calm, safe place. You might be provided with some signposting to other services that can provide you with further help, so that you can continue to get support.

Crisis Messenger can help with urgent issues such as:

  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Abuse or assault
  • Self-harm
  • Bullying
  • Relationship issues

This service is powered by our trusted partners, Shout and Crisis Text Line.




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Important information - Mobile Network Disclaimer

It is free and confidential to text our service from the following major networks:

EE, O2, Three and Vodafone

These include - BT Mobile, Tesco Mobile, Virgin Mobile, iD Mobile, Sky, Telecom Plus, Lebara and GiffGaff.

 Some Android phones issue a warning that you will be charged for texting us, provided you are on one of these networks this warning is incorrect and you will not be charged. If you text us from a network that is not on this list there is a possibility that you may be charged for the messages and that they may appear on your bill, this is because some networks do not provide the capability to message short codes.

Featured Events

15 August 2020; - 16 August 2020

My Prudential RideLondon

Image for Walking with the Wounded Event - My Prudential RideLondon / (Prudential RideLondon - Cycling EventArmy charity - Blesma )

My Prudential RideLondon is your chance to take part in the world’s greatest free festival of cycling while helping raise vital funds for WWTW. Whatever your age or ability, you can join in – wherever you live in the UK and with whoever you like – family, friends or by yourself.

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13 September 2020; - 13 September 2020

The 'Official' Virtual Great North Run

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The ‘Official’ Virtual Great North Run will be a unique virtual half marathon race experience on the weekend that would have been Great North Run weekend. The event is free to participate in and is open for all runners, whether they had a Great North Run place or not. Entries open on Monday 3rd August so mark the date in your diary, come back to sign up and join us on the start line!

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02 October 2020; - 02 October 2020

Cumbrian Challenge 2020

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*** 2020 event cancelled due to COVID-19 and all participants rolled over to 2021 *** Could you be our 1,000th team?

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12 September 2021; - 12 September 2021

Great North Run 2021

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Join the Walking With The Wounded Team at the 'World's Greatest Half Marathon'

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30 October 2021; - 05 November 2021

Wadi Rum Challenge

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Mark our 10th Anniversary by joining our team taking on a 4-day trek through the Wadi Rum, Jordan

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10 December 2021; - 20 December 2021

Walking Home For Christmas 2021

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We got locked down, but we get up again - and will make this another record breaking event to serve those who served us. Join us!

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20 February 2022; - 26 February 2022

Sahara 100km Trek Challenge

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An unforgettable charity walk through the desert with a Walking With The Wounded team to show your support for ex military

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18 March 2022; - 28 March 2022

Falklands Ultra

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Inspired by the routes taken by British forces during the 1982 operation, the Falklands Ultra's inaugural, single stage ultra marathon promises a challenge of a lifetime in this remote region of the South Atlantic. With the emotive landscape and unique wildlife, adventure will definitely be included!

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