The Swindon & Wiltshire Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is a safe place for anyone aged 18 or over who has experienced rape or sexual assault, whether it happened recently or in the past.
We provide a safe and supportive place for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted. Our role is to help you, gather and preserve evidence if you choose, and make sure you feel cared for throughout the process.
This confidential and independent service is open to adults of all genders and backgrounds.
When you come to the SARC, you are always in control. Nothing will ever be done without your consent, and everything will be explained clearly to you before it happens.
We are here for you.
Contact Us #
You can access Swindon & Wiltshire Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) by completing our referral form using the link below.
I want to make a referral into the SARC #
Once submitted, a member of our team will contact you.
Alternatively, you can call us directly on
01793 781917 #
How we can help #
The Swindon & Wiltshire SARC is here for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted. You don’t have to have reported to the police to come to us.
We can help by:
- Making sure you are safe and cared for with a health check
- Collecting and storing evidence in case you decide to report later
- Offering forensic medical examinations if you want one
- Providing showers, toiletries, food, drink and spare clothing
- Giving you medication or referrals for sexual health care
- Listening, supporting and explaining your options without pressure
You are always in control. We will never do anything without your consent, and you can choose what feels right for you.
What our SARC offers #
- Forensic medical examinations within 10 days of an assault, with or without police involvement
- Welfare-only appointments and body mapping if you are outside the forensic window
- Evidence storage for at least 2 years if you are unsure about reporting to the police
- Crisis support and a holistic assessment of your needs
- Medication and health safeguarding, with referrals to local sexual health clinics
- Onward referrals for ongoing emotional and practical support
- Practical care on site including showers, change of clothes, toiletries, food and drink
- Telephone and face-to-face support from trained Crisis Workers
- Anonymous intelligence sharing if you want to share information without a formal police report
Where to find the SARC #
Swindon & Wiltshire SARC
The Gables
Shrivenham Road
South Marston
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN3 4RB
(The Building opposite Swindon Police Station, in the car park.)
