British Heart Foundation

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is a UK charity focused on research into heart and circulatory diseases. Its work brings together scientific funding, information for patients and families, health campaigns, and ways for the public to get involved. The charity’s main office is in London, while its work reaches across the UK through stores, support groups, volunteers, and fundraising events.

Research is at the center of the organization’s mission. BHF funds scientific projects exploring the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Its website brings together information about research programs and developments, along with statistics and educational resources. The charity says donations and other fundraising activities help sustain this work, linking its scientific and community initiatives.

For people living with a heart condition and those supporting them, the website provides information about symptoms, risk factors, tests, treatments, and recovery. The Heart Helpline lets people speak with cardiac nurses by phone, email, or web chat Monday through Friday. It offers general information and support; it does not replace emergency care or an individual clinical assessment.

BHF also supports patient- and volunteer-led groups where people can share experiences and find local activities. Its pages explain how to locate a group, store, or service using a town or ZIP code search. The organization also develops practical resources about CPR, defibrillators, and habits connected with heart health.

Fundraising takes several forms, including financial donations, personal campaigns, sporting challenges, and national events. People can volunteer or donate items to the charity’s retail network. BHF stores sell clothing, books, furniture, and home goods; in some locations, donors can arrange free collection of furniture and electrical items for resale to support research.

The charity lists more than 700 stores and service locations across the UK, along with offices in London, Scotland, and Wales. Its finder lets visitors search for clothing shops, books and music stores, furniture and electrical stores, donation banks, and fundraising groups. Availability depends on the location, so the official directory is the place to find a specific service.

The main office is at Greater London House, 4th Floor, 180 Hampstead Road, London NW1 7AW; BHF notes that donations cannot be accepted there. Customer service handles general inquiries Monday through Friday. Heart-related questions go to the Heart Helpline, while inquiries about stores, volunteering, collections, and donations are handled by the public customer service team.