Smokefree County Durham

01/06/2026

Well Done Frankie!

If you would like support to stop smoking contact us:

0800 772 0565

or sign up using the below link: https://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk/sign-up/

Quitting smoking gives life back - as well as money you never knew you had.

Frankie has saved more than £7,000 since quitting - and says his support from his local stop smoking service Smokefree County Durham made all the difference.

“No pressure, no judgement - just real help…”

Thousands of people across the North East are quitting with local support.

Find your way to quit at www.freshquit.co.uk

31/05/2026

Today is World No To***co Day!

Have you been thinking about stopping smoking?

Find out how we can support you today by clicking the link 👉

https://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk/

29/04/2026

Do you want to be part of our fantastic friendly team?

Come and join us, we are recruiting to a number of exciting roles!

Navigator: https://careers.thrivetribe.co.uk/jobs/7629478-navigator

Specialist Stop Smoking Advisor (Community): https://careers.thrivetribe.co.uk/jobs/7617622-specialist-stop-smoking-advisor

Specialist Stop Smoking Advisor (Hospital Based): https://careers.thrivetribe.co.uk/jobs/7628754-specialist-stop-smoking-advisor-hospital-based

Specialist Stop Smoking Advisor (Routine and Manual): https://careers.thrivetribe.co.uk/jobs/7628440-specialist-stop-smoking-advisor-for-routine-and-manual-clients

Stop Smoking Programme Delivery Co-Ordinator: https://careers.thrivetribe.co.uk/jobs/7627898-stop-smoking-programme-delivery-co-ordinator

Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026

31/03/2026

Some lovely words about our Lisa 😊💜

24/03/2026

The average smoker saves over £2500 every single year by quitting.

What would you do with the extra cash? 🤑 Make it a reality by signing up to free support to stop smoking - https://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk/sign-up/

20/03/2026

Have an orange, and feel better.

🍊 Did you know? Cravings can last up to 15 minutes before passing. Instead of relapsing by picking up a cigarette, use your fast-acting NRT product and distract yourself. Peeling and eating an orange or two can be a healthy and yummy technique!

❄️ An alternative method is to sip ice cold water, place ice on the skin, or taking a cold shower. This change in temperate acts as a sensory shift.

🧡 For support from Smokefree County Durham - join our waiting list through our website - https://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk/sign-up/

18/03/2026

🫁 Ci******es put your body at a 100% risk with each smoke due to the toxins going through you. This includes carbon monoxide, acetone, ammonia and ni****ne, just to name a few.

💨 Vapes were made as an alternative to ci******es for smokers (people only using to***co), they don't contain anywhere near as many toxins and were never designed for someone who hasn't smoked before. Making the swap is ideal for anyone wanting to stop smoking altogether. We advise clients to quit their v**e 2 years after being cigarette free!

🧐 For more information, here's a short briefing:
https://ash.org.uk/resources/view/addressing-common-myths-about-vaping-putting-the-evidence-in-context

15/03/2026

We've had a busy week for No Smoking Day! Out and about at the Mellisa Bus, Dalton Park, DCC offices, Durham Markets, Durham Uni, Horden Hub, and many more!! 🤩💖 Thank you to everyone who popped over to ask questions, do a CO reading, or just to say hi! 👋

If you missed us - you can get in touch through our website: https://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk/sign-up/