Call UK 0800 Numbers
Freephone and Toll Free
Connect to the United Kingdom (+44) from any browser on low pay as you go rates. There is no number to buy unless you also want to receive inbound calls.
Pricing at a glance
- Outbound: Just the low per minute rate, no number to buy.
- Inbound: Add a US/Canada digital number from $2.14 to $5/month.
- No apps: Runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox.
Pricing at a glance
- Outbound: Just the low per minute rate, no number to buy.
- Inbound: Add a US/Canada digital number from $2.14 to $5/month.
- No apps: Runs in Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox.
How to Call UK 0800 from Mobile
Follow these steps to reach UK freephone numbers whether you are inside the UK or overseas, plus a dependable browser option billed at cheap per minute rates.
Calling from a UK Mobile
Punch in the 0800 number just as it appears, such as 0800 123 4567. Unless a number says otherwise, dialing 0800 and 0808 lines costs nothing from UK mobiles and landlines.
Calling from Outside the UK
Swap the leading 0 for +44 and dial +44 800 xxx xxxx. Keep in mind that a lot of 0800 numbers are locked to UK networks, so they may turn away calls placed from abroad.
Browser Calling Alternative
When international dialing will not go through, a browser calling service routes you onto the UK PSTN for a low per minute rate. Intercalling links your browser to the UK network, letting you reach 0800 and other UK numbers from anywhere.
Dialing Examples
A quick look at the usual number formats for reaching 0800 lines from the UK and from overseas.
UK Area Codes
A handy set of area codes for the largest UK cities. To call a geographic number from abroad, put +44 in front and drop the leading zero from the area code.
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| London | England | 20 |
| Manchester | England | 161 |
| Birmingham | England | 121 |
| Glasgow | Scotland | 141 |
| Leeds | England | 113 |
| City | Region | Area Code |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | England | 151 |
| Edinburgh | Scotland | 131 |
| Bristol | England | 117 |
| Belfast | Northern Ireland | 28 |
| Cardiff | Wales | 29 |
UK Freephone Details
Key points to keep in mind when you ring 0800 numbers from a mobile or from another country.
0800 and 0808 are Free
From UK mobiles and landlines, 0800 and 0808 numbers normally cost nothing to call. A few are handled by third party providers and may work a little differently, so review the caller information if you are not sure.
International Access Limitations
Plenty of UK freephone numbers only take inbound calls from UK networks. If you sit outside the UK and cannot get through, hunt for a second contact number or lean on a browser calling service to reach the line.
Reach UK 0800 Numbers from Anywhere
Intercalling ties your browser into the UK phone network, so you can ring UK freephone and geographic numbers at cheap pay as you go rates without installing a thing. A great fit for support teams, remote staff, and callers based overseas.
- Ring any UK number straight from your browser
- Get through to UK-only lines via our PSTN bridge
- Buy and manage virtual numbers across many countries
- Live call analytics and friendly assistance
Global Reach
Dial UK numbers from any country, all through your browser.
Secure
Encrypted connections plus enterprise grade controls on every call.
Instant
Be on a call within seconds from Chrome, Safari, or Firefox.
Any Number
Reach 0800, 03, geographic, and mobile numbers all over the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do 0800 numbers cost anything from a UK mobile?
No, not usually. From UK mobiles and landlines, 0800 and 0808 numbers are generally free to call. If you are unsure, look over the number's terms first.
Can I reach a UK 0800 number while abroad?
A handful of 0800 numbers take international calls dialed as +44 800 xxx xxxx, though many will not. When it fails to connect, try another listed number or a browser calling service to get hold of the organisation.
What is the way to dial a UK geographic number from abroad?
Swap the leading 0 for +44 and keep the area code. As an example, the London number 020 7946 0018 turns into +44 20 7946 0018.
Can Intercalling get me through to UK-only numbers?
Yes. Intercalling bridges your browser onto the UK PSTN, so you can ring numbers that ordinary international dialing might not reach, all at low per minute rates. Sign up and start calling from your browser.
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