October is Stoptober and it's a great opportunity for you to reflect and give up smoking for good.
Stoptober 2026
Stoptober (from October 1) is the perfect opportunity to take your first step towards a smoke-free future. If you're looking to quit smoking for personal or financial gain, physical or mental health, or for your family, you can expect access to free support, expert advice, practical tools and encouragement to help you manage cravings and stay on track. Whether you've tried to quit before or this is your first attempt, Stoptober can help you build the confidence and habits needed to make a lasting change. Click the link below to find out more.
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Advice from smokers who quit
Hear from Erene, Olivette and Chris – all ex-smokers – who quit smoking with expert support from their local stop smoking services.Chris quit smoking after 42 years - hear his story
Chris quit after 42 years of smoking. Hear what helped motivate him to quit, and how he has stayed smoke free.Tracy shares her experience of using the Barnet Stop Smoking team
Tracy was a smoker for more than 30 years.In an attempt to save money and improve her physical and mental health, she challenged the Barnet Stop Smoking service to help.
This is her story so far...
Barnet Stop Smoking Service
Support to stop smoking tobacco or using shisha, for people who live, work or study in Barnet. Complete the contact form to receive advice and support from trained stop smoking advisors.
Smoke Free App
A free app to help you quit smoking. Through the app you can track your health benefits and money saved, use behaviour changing tools to manage your cravings and gain access to helpful, supportive on call advisors and nicotine replacement therapies (NRT)
Free personal Quit Plan
Answer 3 quick questions to get a free personal Quit Plan from NHS Better Health.
Guide: How to Quit
A practical guide on how to quit smoking.
Stop Smoking London
Website and helpline for free stop smoking support and advice in London
Guides to quit smoking
From smoking and the heart, to smoking and alcohol, and smoking and mental health - check out these resources from Stop Smoking London, including advice and tips from experts and ex-smokers.
Quit smoking advice from the NHS
The NHS Better Health website has lots of tools and tips to help you quit smoking
Vaping for adult smokers
There is substantial evidence that switching from smoking to vaping significantly reduces risks to your health and wellbeing. Find out more about vaping as an aid to stopping smoking for adults, and decide if it would work for you.
Stop Smoking London: Smoking and dementia
Scientific research suggests that smoking can increase your risk of developing dementia.
Lung health check
Find further information on Lung Health Checks offered to people between the ages of 55 and 74, who are current or former smokers.
Youth vaping
If you'd like to find out more about vaping and young people, we have resources to help you.
NHS Quit Smoking app
Created for those who want to stop smoking for good, the NHS Quit Smoking app is a 28 day programme that puts practical support, encouragement, and tailored clinical advice in the palm of your hand.
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