London Nightline is an independent charity with the vision that every student in London feels supported throughout their university experience, however this may look for them.
We achieve this aim by offering a free, overnight listening service run for students by students.
We are open from 6pm-8am (including weekends), when other welfare services or support systems tend to be unavailable. There are no referrals or waiting lists, and no problem is too big or too small to discuss with our fully-trained helpline volunteers.
London Nightline was set up by Imperial College students in 1971, after the deaths of two students by suicide. Students there felt that their peers' needs were not being met and wanted to do something to support each other.
Inspired by the creation of Essex Nightline the year before, London Nightline began as a telephone listening service. It grew steadily across the capital and although a lot has changed, including the addition of instant messaging and email support, the fundamental belief in the importance of confidential peer-to-peer support with zero judgement remains at the heart of our work.
In recognition of our 55 years, here are some of our posters throughout Nightline’s history: from the 1970s, mid-1990s and 2000s.
The London Nightline team consists of two full-time members of staff, over 70 dedicated student volunteers, and a board of experienced trustees who oversee the charity’s strategy and governance.
London Nightline’s Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the charity and setting its strategic direction. Our trustees are:
Chair
Treasurer
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The London Nightline team consists of two full-time members of staff, over 70 dedicated student volunteers, and a board of experienced trustees who oversee the charity’s strategy and governance.
London Nightline’s Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the charity and setting its strategic direction. Our trustees are:
Ben Collins (Chair)
Jessica Curry (Treasurer)
Sophie Allchin
Darren de Souza
Gilly Fisher
Elliot Gathercole
Lewis Haines
Alvin Ramsamy
Jessica Smith
We are part of a network of Nightlines supporting students across the UK and Ireland. For Nightline support in your city, use the links below:
We are also part of Nightline Europe, a network connecting Nightlines as they grow and develop across the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Our first report Learning The Lessons: Student Mental Health in Europe was published in 2025, using data from 15,000 calls and online chats to amplify the needs of students across the continent.
