You can get most contraceptives from sexual health clinics, some GP practices and some young people’s services.
You can also find a pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription through the NHS website.
Sexual Health Dorset
Sexual Health Dorset is a free service for all ages. It offers a wide range of confidential services including contraception and emergency contraception.
To make an appointment at Sexual Health Dorset for contraception or sexual health advice call 0300 303 1948. Opening times: Monday to Friday 08.15 – 16.45.
Sexual Health Dorset offers a walk-in clinic for contraception and sexual health advice if you are under 18 on a Monday 13.30 – 16.30 in Weymouth and Thursday 14.30 – 18.00 in Bournemouth. No appointment is required and, if the team can see you on the day, you can wait for an appointment.
Walk-in clinics for under 18s
Bournemouth and Weymouth offer walk-in check-ups and contraception advice for under 18s on specific days. You don’t need an appointment to attend this clinic, but you may need to wait to be seen. There’s no guarantee you’ll be seen on the day.
