Crohn's? Colitis? We'll face it together

We’re fighting for a tomorrow where everyone living with Crohn’s or Colitis has everything they need to live well, and for a future where we don’t have to live with it at all.

About us

We’re changing what it means to live with Crohn’s and Colitis

This year, 25,000 people in the UK will be told they have Crohn's or Colitis. Many will be under 30. For one in four, diagnosis takes more than a year. Once diagnosed, the obstacles continue. Today there is no cure. People simply don't understand the conditions. So we have listened and we are determined to make a change. 

Our strategy guides who we are, what we do, and how we do it. Our film shares why change is needed, and how we’re working to make it happen.

Explore Professional Resources

We provide information and services to support healthcare professionals and researchers. From clinical guidance and training to research participation and collaboration opportunities, our resources are designed to help you stay informed, enhance your practice and make a meaningful difference to the lives of those with Crohn's or Colitis.

More support for you

Temporary Helpline closure - 10/06/2026

Our Helpline will be closed for the remainder of this week and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.

We may be closed but we have lots of information here on our website.

If you need urgent medical advice you can call NHS 111 or in Northern Ireland phone your local Phone First. In an emergency call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

If you need emotional support the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 116 123.

https://donate.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/

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Helpline Service

Temporary closure - 10/06/2026

Our Helpline will be closed for the remainder of this week and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.

We may be closed but we have lots of information here on our website.

If you need urgent medical advice you can call NHS 111 or in Northern Ireland phone your local Phone First. In an emergency call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

If you need emotional support the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 116 123.


We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with Crohn’s or Colitis. But we’re with you. We can give you the right information and support at the right time.

We’re here for everyone.

How Can We Help?

  • We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
  • Listen and talk about living with IBD
  • Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
  • Give you contact details of specialist organisations
  • We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information

Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.

Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).

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If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.

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