Free advice
Ready to stop smoking? Start with a conversation.
Quitting is easier with support. Our pharmacist can talk you through what tends to work, including nicotine replacement and stop smoking aids, help you choose an approach that suits you, and point you to free NHS stop smoking support in your area.
Updated October 2026
Stop smoking
The best time to stop is the next time you try.
How we help
A plan that suits you.
Talk to us privately, in our consultation room.
A private chat
How much you smoke, what's worked before and what you'd like to try.
Choosing aids
Patches, gum, lozenges, sprays and other options, and how to use them well.
Local support
How to get free help from NHS stop smoking services near you.
How it works
Three steps to a quit date.
Ask at the counter
No appointment needed for a first chat.
Make a plan
Pick your quit date and the support that suits you.
Keep going
Come back to us any time for advice as you go.
Good to know
Questions, answered.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Ask at the counter and our pharmacist will talk with you, in our consultation room if you'd prefer privacy.
What actually helps people quit?
Combining stop smoking aids, such as nicotine replacement, with support from a trained adviser gives you the best chance. We'll explain the options and help you choose.
Is the advice free?
Yes. Talking to our pharmacist about stopping smoking costs nothing. We'll also tell you how to get free NHS stop smoking support locally.
Can I use nicotine replacement if I'm pregnant or have a health condition?
Often yes, but it depends on you. Tell our pharmacist about any pregnancy, health conditions or medicines, and we'll advise what's suitable or when to speak to your GP or midwife.
Does stopping smoking affect my other medicines?
It can. Smoking changes how some medicines work, so the dose may need checking when you stop. Let us know what you take and we'll advise you.
What about vapes?
Vaping is less harmful than smoking for adults who smoke, and some people use it to quit. We can talk through the pros and cons with you.
Ready when you are
Thinking about quitting? Talk to us.
Ask at the counter or call 01256 460390.