Sexual health services for adults
Sexual health is important for your physical, emotional, mental and social health and is not just about protecting yourself from infections and illnesses.
It also means ensuring we protect ourselves and others, both emotionally and physically, and have a respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships.
This includes understanding what a healthy relationship looks like, talking about sex and relationships with your loved ones, safe sexual practices and respecting others’ sexual rights.
How we can help
Across West Northamptonshire, there are a variety of sexual health services in place to support you and your family with any sexual health matters.
Our main provider for sexual health services is the West Northamptonshire Sexual Health Service which offers a wide range of advice and support.
This includes:
- testing for sexually transmitted infections
- advice on pregnancy and contraception
- answers to questions and worries you may have
- access to contraception
Sexual health screening and support
If you are over the age of 25 and require support and advice on physical sexual health concerns, you can contact the Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust service on 0300 027 0110 or visit one of our local Sexual Health clinics. See clinic details on the West Northamptonshire Sexual Health Service NHFT website.
Alternatively, visit the NHS website for further information on:
Or visit the Welcome to SH.UK website for information on sexual health testing via the internet and local venues.
Cervical screening
Cervical screening (smear test) is offered to women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64. You will be invited by letter to attend a routine appointment by your GP. If you were not able to take up your last appointment, please contact your GP for further information.
National sexual health helplines
Call this free service on 0300 123 7123 from Monday to Friday between 9am and 8pm. Your call will be treated with sensitivity and in strict confidence.
The Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline
Provides information, support and referral services for lesbians, gay men, bisexual people, and for those who are transgender or are exploring their gender identity.
Free to call on 0800 0119 100 from 10am to 10pm every day.
You can also receive support via email, or by using their instant messaging service.
See the Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline website for more details.
Appointments with the Sexual Health Clinic to discuss concerns and get in-person support can be booked online using the Lilie Hub booking site. For information on where you can find clinics, visit West Northamptonshire Sexual Health Service NHFT.
Free STI self-testing kit
Signs and symptoms of STIs include unusual changes or discomfort of the genitalia. However, some people may not have any signs or symptoms.
Worried you might have an STI? Check if you can get an STI test kit.
Free HIV self-testing kit
Do you live in Northamptonshire and are worried you might be at risk of HIV? There are places you can find information and support.
Such as:
- Living with HIV - Trade is commissioned for peer-to-peer support as part of the HIV contract
- HIV | Terrence Higgins Trust - Terrence Higgins trust is a great website for HIV information
- Welcome to SH.UK - visit SH.UK for HIV testing
Other sources
Find out more about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and testing:
Last updated 10 April 2026