Information about Crohn's and Colitis

Crohn's and Colitis are the two main forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

We are the UK’s leading charity for Crohn’s and Colitis. Our information can help you understand Crohn's and Colitis so you can make informed decisions about your health.

Healthcare professionals

If you're a healthcare professional working in the UK, you can order printed copies of our booklets and information packs free of charge. You need to register first to get unique login details for our online store.

Helpline

We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with these conditions. But you’re not alone. We provide clear, accurate and balanced information and can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis. Please contact us via telephone, live chat or message us.

Join our community

You will receive regular communications from us about our work, innovations in Crohn’s and Colitis research and updates from experts in the field, helping you to stay up to date with the latest developments, and to stay connected to the community.

Membership costs as little as £15 a year by Direct Debit or £19 a year by credit card. You could be a patient, parent or carer, health professional or just want to support the work of Crohn’s & Colitis UK. Membership is open to anyone over the age of 16 years. You can read our terms and conditions.



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Helpline Service

Last updated: 22/07/2026

Our Helpline team can't take calls or ring you back for the rest of the summer. But you can still reach us by email. 

If you need to contact the team, please email helpline@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk and we'll answer you as soon as possible. 

Thanks for bearing with us.

How Can We Help?

  • We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
  • Listen and talk about living with IBD
  • Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
  • Give you contact details of specialist organisations
  • We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information

Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.

If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.

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