Drink safe

The information provided on these pages aims at giving safety advice when drinking alcohol. You should consult your GP with any health concerns.

Not drinking alcohol or drinking safely doesn't stop you from having fun. If you will be going out drinking, use the links on the left to help you have a great night.

SOS Making your night out safer

SOS can help you if you need to get home safely, if you have been injured or if you just need some advice. The service is free and is open to those out in Southampton City Centre at night.

SOS is based in Guildhall Square – just turn up from 9.30pm ‘til late:SOS scheme map

  • Friday 12 December
  • Saturday 13 December
  • Friday 19 December
  • Saturday 20 December
  • Christmas Eve
  • Saturday 27 December
  • New Years Eve

You can access SOS from Above Bar Street or West Marlands Road (in front of the Guildhall) next to the old C&A building and Sir James Matthews Building

Contact the SOS mobile number if you need any more information: 07881 851493

SOS is staffed by workers from Southampton City Council, South Central Ambulance Service, Southampton Voluntary Services and Two Saints.

Enjoy the festive season and keep safe!

Best Bar None Awards

The Southampton Best Bar None awards scheme is organised jointly by Hampshire Constabulary and Southampton City Council, supported by Bacardi Brown-Forman Brands and the Southern Daily Echo.


Last updated: 12 December 2008

Southampton City Council, Civic Centre, Southampton, SO14 7LY - email gateway@southampton.gov.uk - tel 023 8022 3855 - minicom 023 8083 2798