Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN)

Provides information, support and counselling to girls and women, aged 13 and over, who have experienced any form of sexual violence at any times in their lives.

Telephone number: 0800 035 2794 (RCTN Helpline)
Website:
Opening Hours
Monday 18:00 – 20:30
Tuesday 18:00 – 20:30
Wednesday 18:00 – 20:30
Thursday 18:00 – 20:30
Friday 11:00 – 14:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Other services include email support, helpline, and practical and emotional support.

National Freephone Helpline:

  • 0808 802 9999
  • Monday - Friday 12noon - 2.30pm, 3pm - 5.30pm, and 7pm - 9.30pm and Saturday - Sunday, 12noon - 2.30pm and 7pm - 9.30pm

Office/admin line: 

  • 0191 222 0272
  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm