Keep Your 01253 Number - No Long-Term Contract Required
Want to keep your Blackpool landline number but don’t want the line itself? Number People makes it easy to stay connected without a traditional phone or costly contract using our Virtual Landline Numbers. Whether you're moving home, cutting back, or just not using a landline anymore, we’ll help you keep your 01253 number and send calls to your mobile, VoIP device, or an app.
- People already know it – no need to update everyone
- Skip the cost of a landline or bulky home phone
- Take calls on your mobile, app or VoIP setup
- Great if you're moving, streamlining or going mobile-only
- Your Blackpool number stays live, wherever you are
Unlimited Call Forwarding
Unlimited Call Forwarding for your new number for just £10 per month*
International Call Forwarding
Get a UK number which can be forwarded virtually anywhere in the world
Make Outbound Calls
Make outbound calls using your new number as your caller ID
Speedy set-up
With no hassle or fuss you can quickly activate a telephone number of your choice with no upfront payment
Low call rates
Divert to landlines for 1½ppm. Mobiles for just 7ppm. 0800 numbers cost an additional 7½ppm.
Pre-pay
Top up as and when you need to, or opt for your balance to be topped up automatically – it’s up to you!
No contract
No contract ties, commitments or initial payment required
Mobile portal
Make instant changes, view balance, top up and add more numbers via our mobile portal
Free trial
No initial payment required – test your number for free before you need to top up
Who Is This For?
- Long-time Blackpool landline users who still want to be reachable by their old number
- People ditching the landline but keeping a number for relatives
- People leaving the area who want to stay connected locally
- Anyone who wants cheaper bills but the same trusted number
- Those saying goodbye to the line rental - but not the number
- Customers looking for a low-cost way to hold on to their number and wanting to try a Virtual Landline Number
How It Works
- Choose your 01253 number or port your current one to us
- Forward calls to any UK mobile, landline or VoIP phone.
- Control everything online; voicemail, settings & more
- No contract or hardware required
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Switch Your Landline for a Virtual Landline Number – Keep Your 01253 Number
No hardware, no hassle. Just simple and easy call forwarding to your mobile or VoIP.
FAQs: Keeping Your Blackpool Landline Number
Q: Do I need to keep a physical landline or home phone?
A: Not at all. Your number becomes virtual, so there’s no equipment needed – it just forwards to your chosen phone.
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Q: Where will my calls go once I set it up?
A: That’s totally up to you. With your Virtual Landline Number, you can forward calls to a mobile, VoIP line, landline, or even straight to voicemail when you need a break.
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Q: Can I still use the number for things like GP appointments or bank calls?
A: Yes - from the caller’s side, nothing changes. It works just like a regular landline.
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Q: Can I keep my current Blackpool number?
A: In most cases, yes. We can usually port your number across - just get in touch and we’ll confirm it for you.
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Q: What if I only need it for a short time?
A: No problem. There’s no contract and no commitment, so you can cancel anytime with zero hassle.
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