Detox Clinic Near Me

The short answer

There are two kinds of local detox service in the UK: a free NHS community service in every local authority, which prescribes a home or day-patient detox, and private inpatient detox units admitting within 24–72 hours from about £1,800–£7,000. Enter your postcode below to find the services covering your area.

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Reviewed to our medical review processWritten by Clearpath Editorial TeamMedically reviewed by Clearpath Clinical TeamLast reviewed 10 July 2026

What it costs

Typical UK price ranges
Option	Detox	28 days
NHS community detox Self-referral to your local drug and alcohol service.	Free	1–3 week assessment wait
Private inpatient detox CQC-registered units; travel of 30 minutes to 2 hours is normal.	£1,800–£7,000	24–72 hours to admission
GP-supervised home detox Only suitable for lower-dependence drinking with support at home.	Free (NHS prescription)	1–2 weeks to start

These are market ranges gathered across CQC-registered UK providers, not quotes. Only the clinic can confirm a final price, and it depends on your assessment. Prices checked July 2026.

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This looks up your local authority and nearby NHS practices from official data, so you can see who commissions treatment in your area before you call anyone.

Free NHS support near you

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We'll show your local authority, the nearest CQC-regulated rehab pages we have for your area, and nearby GP practices you can register with to access free NHS addiction support.

Detox by city

Common questions

Is there a free detox service near me?

Every local authority in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland commissions a free drug and alcohol service — usually run by Change Grow Live, Turning Point, We Are With You or a local NHS trust. They take self-referrals, so you do not need a GP letter.

How quickly can I get a local detox?

A community assessment is typically within one to three weeks, with a prescription following. Private inpatient detox is usually available within 24–72 hours, and same-day admission happens where a bed is free and payment is arranged.

Will I have to travel for an inpatient detox?

Often yes. Residential detox units are not evenly spread across the UK, so most people travel between 30 minutes and two hours. Many clinicians consider distance from your usual environment a benefit rather than a drawback.

Can my GP prescribe a detox?

Some GPs prescribe a community alcohol detox directly; many prefer to refer into the local specialist service, which has the monitoring capacity. Either way, a GP appointment is a valid starting point and costs nothing.

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Detox costs and timelines

How long each detox takes and what it costs in the UK.

Rehab near me

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