Healthwatch Bury

06/02/2026

Join us today for our National Hate Crime Awareness Drop‑In Mill Gate, Bury
📅 Friday 6th February
⏰ 11am – 2pm
📍 Mill Gate Shopping Centre, Bury (opposite Boots)
Share your concerns about hate crime in a safe and supportive space.
Your feedback will be recorded and passed on to the Community Safety Partnership to help strengthen local support and improve safety across Bury.
You can also talk to us about your health and social care experiences. We’re here to listen, offer guidance, and help you access the services you need.
Your voice matters. Together we can make Bury safer and more inclusive.

05/02/2026

Healthwatch Bury: National Hate Crime Awareness Drop‑In

📅 Friday 6th February
⏰ 11am – 2pm
📍 Mill Gate Shopping Centre, Bury (opposite Boots)

Join us for a safe and supportive space to talk about hate crime and how it affects you or your community.
Your feedback will be recorded and shared with the Community Safety Partnership to help strengthen local support and improve safety across Bury.

You can also speak to us about your health and social care experiences. Whether you need guidance or want to share concerns, we’re here to listen and help you access the right local services.

Your voice matters. Together we can make Bury safer and more inclusive. Mill Gate, Bury

04/02/2026

Join us at Healthwatch Bury for a special drop‑in session during National Hate Crime Awareness Week.

📅 Wednesday 4th February
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 Healthwatch Bury Office, 56–58 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LL

We’re here to listen to your concerns about hate crime and make sure your voice is heard. Everything you share will be recorded and passed on to the Community Safety Partnership to help strengthen local support and improve safety across Bury.

While you’re here, you can also tell us about your experiences with health and social care services. Whether you need guidance, support, or simply someone to talk to, our team is ready to help you access the right services.

Find out more about what counts as a hate crime on the Bury Council website: https://www.bury.gov.uk/my-neighbourhood/safety-in-the-community/hate-crime/what-is-a-hate-crime

03/02/2026

National Hate Crime Awareness Week – Drop‑In Session at Healthwatch Bury

Join us at Healthwatch Bury for a special drop‑in session as part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week.

📅 Wednesday 4th February
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 Healthwatch Bury Office, 56–58 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LL

We’re here to listen to your concerns about hate crime and ensure your voice is heard. All feedback will be recorded and shared with the Community Safety Partnership to help strengthen local support and safety.

You can also pop in to share your experiences of health and social care services. Our team is here to help you access the support you need.

More information about hate crime can be found on the Bury Council website: https://www.bury.gov.uk/my-neighbourhood/safety-in-the-community/hate-crime/what-is-a-hate-crime

03/02/2026

The Low‑Carb Diet Information Hub

The Low‑Carb Diet Information Hub is a free service provided by Healthwatch Bury to support better health outcomes in our local community. No appointment is needed — simply drop in to speak with Dr Sarkar, retired GP, and our trained volunteers, and access a range of free resources.

Whether you're managing a specific health concern or exploring how nutrition can support your wellbeing, the Hub is here to help.

📍 Healthwatch Bury, 56–58 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LL
🕙 Tuesdays, 10am – 12pm
📞 0161 253 6300
📧 info@healthwatchbury.co.uk

31/01/2026

Healthwatch Bury: Low‑Carb Diet Information Hub

Looking for guidance on how nutrition can support your health and wellbeing? Our Low‑Carb Diet Information Hub is open every Tuesday, and you’re welcome to drop in — no appointment needed.

Speak with Dr Sarkar, retired GP, along with our trained volunteers, and access free resources to help you make informed choices about your health. Whether you’re managing a specific condition or simply exploring healthier lifestyle options, we’re here to support you.

📍 Healthwatch Bury, 56–58 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LL
🕙 Tuesdays, 10am – 12pm
📞 0161 253 6300
📧 info@healthwatchbury.co.uk

Your wellbeing matters, and we’re here to help you take the next step.

30/01/2026

Housing Advice & Support drop-in - Wednesday 4th February, 11am - 1pm at Victoria Youth and Community Centre.

Bury Council tenants living locally are invited to a drop‑in session where you can speak directly with housing staff and partner agencies for information, advice, and guidance.

Enjoy free refreshments, and every resident who completes a housing satisfaction survey will be entered into a prize draw to win a hamper or voucher. Bury Council Housing Services

🏠 February Community Housing Drop-In For Whitefield Residents

Food Parcels available upon request to Naomi Exton Tenant Engagement or tenantenagement@bury.gov.uk

📅 Date: Wednesday 4th February
⏰ Time: 11am-1pm
📍 Location: Victoria Community and Youth Centre, Charles St, Whitefield

Come for guidance, stay for conversation, and connect with others in the community.
Everyone is welcome!

30/01/2026

Another busy week next week. Pop into our office on Bolton Street in Bury to share your feedback about your health and care experiences. We're here to listen and help you access local services.

• Drop-in Session, every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 10am to 2pm at the Healthwatch Bury Office, 56–58 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LL

• Low-Carb Diet Information Hub Tuesdays, 10am - 12pm at the Healthwatch Bury Office

• National Hate Crime Awareness Drop-in session Wednesday 4th February, 10am – 2pm, Healthwatch Bury Office

• National Hate Crime Awareness drop-in, Friday, 6th February 11am - 2pm, Mill Gate Shopping Centre, Bury (opposite Boots) Mill Gate, Bury

30/01/2026

Are you living with or affected by prostate cancer?

There’s still time to share your experience before our project comes to an end.

We’re inviting men to tell us about their personal journeys. Your insight can help raise awareness, highlight gaps in care, and shape better, more responsive services for our community.

There are several ways to get involved:

Complete our survey: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/HWBPCS/

Join our small focus group: Wednesday 11th February, 1.30pm–3pm at our office

Prefer a private chat? We can arrange a one‑to‑one conversation - contact us on 0161 253 6300 or info@healthwatchbury.co.uk

Your voice matters, and your experience can help make a real difference. https://healthwatchbury.co.uk/news/2025-08-29/new-project-supporting-men-affected-prostate-cancer Healthwatch Greater Manchester

30/01/2026

Are you breastfeeding and looking for support and advice from a trained professional?

30/01/2026

Join us at Ramsbottom Library for free, informative talks with Jane Angus from Discover Dyslexia. Learn to identify the signs of dyslexia and understand what it truly means.

👉️ Wednesday 4 February, 10.30am to 11.30am.
👉️ Saturday 7 February, 10.30am to 11.30am.

If spelling, organising, or reading has always been a challenge for you or your child, this free session is for you.

Discover how a love for stories can coexist with reading difficulties and find out how to support your loved ones.

Suitable for adults with dyslexia, and parents, grandparents, or carers of children with dyslexia or suspected dyslexia – don’t miss these enlightening sessions.

No booking required.

Bury Council Healthwatch Bury Discover dyslexia