Devon Sexual Health

12/01/2026

11/01/2026

We have weekly drop-in appointments for young people with no appointment necessary.
Come and talk to us about STI testing, contraception and more.
Under 18s
Castle Circus Health Centre, Torquay – Tues 2.30 – 5.30pm
Devon Sexual Health, NHS Walk-in Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter – Tues 3.30 – 5.30pm
Under 21s
First Floor, Barnstaple Health Centre – Weds 2.30 – 5.00pm

10/01/2026

Condoms can help prevent against sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancies. If you're aged under 25, you can order free condoms to be delivered to your home.
Find out more at dsh.sh.uk

07/01/2026

✨ Want to order a testing kit?
It’s quick and easy via our website ➔
✅ All you will need is your own email & UK mobile number
🔒 Your info is private and NOT linked to your NHS record.
Order now via your personal health record: www.devonsexualhealth.nhs.uk/myphr/

04/01/2026

Our main clinics in Exeter, Barnstaple and Torquay offer weekly drop-in appointments for young people, simply pop in and you can discuss all your sexual health needs including contraception, infection testing and treatment.
Under 18s
Castle Circus Health Centre, Torquay – Tues 2.30 – 5.30pm
Devon Sexual Health, NHS Walk-in Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter – Tues 3.30 – 5.30pm
Under 21s
First Floor, Barnstaple Health Centre – Weds 2.30 – 5.00pm
As these are drop-in clinics, it may be a while before you are seen, so please be prepared to wait.

01/01/2026

Our clinics are closed on bank holidays.
Emergency contraception can be accessed from some Minor Injury Units and pharmacies.
If you think you have been exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours and require emergency PEP medication, this is available from major hospital A & E departments.
To find local pharmacy opening times, you can search via the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy
Our clinics will be open on Friday 2 Jan. Our team will be very busy during this time, if you wish to make a non-urgent appointment, it may be worth waiting to book at a later date.
You can also book appointments online through your Personal Health Record ➡ devonsexualhealth.nhs.uk/our-clinics/myphr/

31/12/2025

As we look forward to 2026, if you're out celebrating tonight, slip a condom in your pocket.
Not only will it help prevent unwanted pregnancies, but also protect against sexually transmitted infections.
Under 25s can order free condoms through https://dsh.sh.uk/
Happy New Year!

29/12/2025

'Tis the season for routines to go out of the window, and maybe over indulge - in not just the chocolates and mince pies...
Emergency contraception is not only available from sexual health clinics, your local pharmacy can also help.
You can find your nearest emergency contraception provider on the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/contraception/emergency-contraception/

27/12/2025

Devon & Cornwall sexual assault referral centres offer free specialist help and support for anyone who has been r**ed or sexually assaulted. You can call the 24 hour information line on 0300 303 4626 or see sarchelp.co.uk for more support.

25/12/2025

Please note, our clinics will be closed on 25 and 26 December.
When our clinics are closed, emergency contraception can be accessed from some Minor Injury Units and pharmacies.
If you think you have been exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours and require emergency PEP medication, this is available from major hospital A & E departments.
To find local pharmacy opening times, you can search via the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/
Our clinics will re-open on Monday 29 December, as our team will be very busy during this time, if you wish to make a non-urgent appointment, it may be worth waiting to book at a later date.
You can also book appointments online through your Personal Health Record ➡ devonsexualhealth.nhs.uk/our-clinics/myphr/

23/12/2025

Devon Sexual Health clinics are not open on Bank Holidays, including Christmas.
Emergency contraception can be accessed from Minor Injury Units and some pharmacies.
You can find your nearest pharmacy, plus opening times via the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/
Emergency PEP medication is available from major hospital A & E departments.
Our telephone appointments line, 0300 303 3989, will re-open on Monday 29 December.
This is likely to be busy and so, if your enquiry is non-urgent, it may be best to wait until the New Year or book online via your Personal Health Record - see our website for details: devonsexualhealth.nhs.uk

22/12/2025

However you're celebrating this festive season, it's best to be prepared.
Whether condoms or PrEP, you can take control of your sexual health and party.
For more information on any sexual health matters and your local services, see the Devon Sexual Health website ➡ devonsexualhealth/nhs.uk