Contraception

Contraceptive services are free and confidential in the UK. They are available through Southbourne Surgery, a participating local pharmacy or a local sexual health and family planning clinic.

See the types of contraception available on the NHS

Contraception at Southbourne Surgery

At Southbourne Surgery we offer:

coil fitting and removal
combined hormonal contraception
depot injection
emergency oral contraception
implant fitting and removal
progestogen-only pill (mini-pill)

Your initial discussion will usually be with one of the practice nurses. Please submit an online request or call the practice to arrange a routine pre-bookable appointment.

For a coil or implant fitting, you’ll first need a consultation with one of our doctors, who will discuss it with you in more detail.

Pharmacy Contraception Service

Many pharmacies can start or continue the contraceptive pill without a prescription. This is a free, pharmacy-only service and there is no need to contact the surgery.

Find an NHS pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription

Emergency Contraception

If you need emergency contraception, act as soon as possible. Call us on 01243 388740, or contact a pharmacy or sexual health clinic. The emergency contraceptive pill works best when taken quickly and can be used up to 3 or 5 days after unprotected sex, depending on the type. A copper coil can be fitted up to 5 days afterwards and is the most effective option. Emergency contraception is free from most pharmacies and sexual health clinics.