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Organisation description | Where the organisation operates | Who the organisation is for | The organisation's themes | |
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7th Bolton Moorland Scout Group |
Our group is a Scout Group, operating under the policy, organisation and rules of the Scout Association. We have three sections: Beavers (6-8 years); Cubs (8-10 years); Scouts (10-14 years) All sections are open to boys and girls. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Young Children (aged 0 -12), Young people (aged 13-25) | Education and Personal Development, Leisure and Hobbies, Physical Activity, Play and Children's Activities |
8th Bolton East Scout Group |
A cub scout group that offers a wide range of activities for 8 to 10 1/2 years old |
Breightmet & Little Lever | Young Children (aged 0 -12) | Education and Personal Development |
Age UK Bolton |
We are a local charity that works in the heart of communities within the borough of Bolton to improve lives and make a real difference to people 50+ |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Men and Women, Older people, Carers | Ageing Well, Being Included/Social Inclusion, Emotional Wellbeing, Equality and Diversity, Health, Keeping Active and Involved, Leisure and Hobbies, Mental Wellbeing |
Age Well in Breightmet |
Due to COVID-19 our activity afternoons are currently suspended. |
Breightmet & Little Lever | Older people | Ageing Well, Being Included/Social Inclusion, Emotional Wellbeing, Leisure and Hobbies, Mental Wellbeing |
Ajays Morris Dancers |
This group is a dancing group for young children from 2 to 12 years old. They meet on Wednesdays from 6.00 to 7.30pm. |
Breightmet & Little Lever | Parents/Single Parents, People with learning disabilities, Young Children (aged 0 -12) | Physical Activity |
Anderton Centre (LOAI) Lancashire Outdoor Activities Initiative |
The Anderton Centre’s primary role is to operate as a residential and day visit activity centre, with a focus on work with young people and community groups. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | All | Citizenship/Community Development, Education and Personal Development, Emotional Wellbeing, Equality and Diversity, Health, Keeping Active and Involved, Leisure and Hobbies, Mental Wellbeing, Physical Activity, Play and Children's Activities, Sport, Support for People with Learning Disabilities, Support for People with Physical Disabilities |
Anxiety UK |
Anxiety UK is a national registered charity formed in 1970 that aims to offer support for those affected by Anxiety, Stress or Anxiety based Depression. We offer a range of support options include free information sheets and a therapy service. We also have a helpline that can be accessed for information or support regarding anxiety. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | People experiencing mental health issues | Mental Wellbeing |
Apollo Network |
The Scout Network Group is for the ages of 18 – 25. It allows young adults to carry on or join in with the scouting movement and develop more skills such as leadership by getting involved with other groups and enjoying the time with the scouting way of life. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton | Men and Women | Keeping Active and Involved, Leisure and Hobbies, Physical Activity |
Asian Elders' Resource Centre |
We provide drop-in, advice and information, preventative services and activities to older Asian people. Our services are specially designed, need-led and culturally appropriate. All activities are based on keeping older people active, connected to communities and independent. Social interaction, leisure, trips, outings, adult learning are also an integral part of our service delivery. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Westhoughton | Older people, People with learning disabilities, People with physical disabilities, People experiencing mental health issues, Carers, People from minority ethnic communities | Ageing Well, Being Included/Social Inclusion, Citizenship/Community Development, Emotional Wellbeing, Equality and Diversity, Keeping Active and Involved, Mental Wellbeing, Support for People with Learning Disabilities, Support for People with Physical Disabilities, The Arts/Arts and Crafts, Transport |
Baby Basics |
We believe every baby should start well and every new mum should have the opportunity to succeed regardless of their circumstances. Referrals to our service come from Midwives, Health Visitors, charities, or social services for those struggling due to due to deprivation, abuse, addiction or other challenging situations. We provide essential baby items for babies aged newborn – 3 months. Provision of labour bags, maternity pads, toiletry essentials in addition to information on safer sleep, perinatal mental health, and local support. Our team of volunteers lovingly prepare each item communicating a message of value and self-worth to that woman and her baby. Support of our local community encourages recycling of excellent pre loved baby items and volunteer opportunities. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Young Children (aged 0 -12), Young people (aged 13-25), Looked-After Children and Young People, Parents/Single Parents, Families (Parents and Children Together), Men and Women, People with learning disabilities, People with physical disabilities, People experiencing mental health issues, Carers, People identifying as LGBTQ+, People from minority ethnic communities, Refugees and asylum seekers, People experiencing Unemployment, People experiencing Homelessness, People affected by Domestic Abuse and Violence, Offenders / Ex-offenders, Tenants and residents | Alcohol and Substance Misuse, Asylum Support, Citizenship/Community Development, Domestic Abuse and Violence, Emotional Wellbeing, Faith and Faith Communities, Health, Mental Wellbeing, Relieving Poverty, Unemployment/Employment |
Banana Enterprise Network |
We offer FREE pre-business start-up training and education programmes as well as one to one support and FREE personal development training to unemployed people aged 18 or older and low income families and single parents. Our Pre-business start-up support is aimed at people who may not have a business idea yet or they have an idea but are at the very early stages of considering self-employment and want to learn more about what’s involved. Our service helps people to make an informed choice as to whether self-employment/starting a business is a viable and sustainable option for work for them to do. In addition to running enterprise programmes, we offer short personal development training sessions on various topics including for example, Communication skills, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Finance for non Financial People, Mindfulness and Assertiveness, Manage Meetings Effectively, Coaching Skills for Future Managers and Resilience training for example. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Parents/Single Parents, Families (Parents and Children Together), Men and Women, Older people, People with physical disabilities, People experiencing mental health issues, People identifying as LGBTQ+, People from minority ethnic communities, Service and ex-service people, People experiencing Unemployment, Offenders / Ex-offenders, Tenants and residents | Education and Personal Development, Emotional Wellbeing, Mental Wellbeing, Relieving Poverty, Unemployment/Employment |
BAND-Family Action |
BAND is a Bolton based community mental health project. We work with adults living or who are registered with a GP in the Bolton Borough offering a range of groups and support. We also offer support to people who are having difficulty with benefits and housing and we run a FareShare food club. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Men and Women, People experiencing mental health issues | Being Included/Social Inclusion, Emotional Wellbeing, Equality and Diversity, Mental Wellbeing |
Bank Street Writers |
Bank Street Writers is run by writers, for anyone interested in creative writing, regardless of education, background and experience. Monthly workshop/discussion sessions (face-to-face or online), with optional creative writing assignments. We publish a magazine (Current Accounts) featuring members’ work. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | All | Being Included/Social Inclusion, Education and Personal Development, Leisure and Hobbies, The Arts/Arts and Crafts |
Be Strong Project |
The Be Strong Project is a rehabilitation programme which is set within the heart of the local community and provides activities to ex offenders, drug/alcohol clients and prolific priority offenders. The activities are varied and consist of FREE Personal Development workshops (attendance is compulsory), FREE gym memberships, Thai Boxing, Swimming, bike riding and much more. Be Strong is not for the faint hearted and requires lots of hard work in order to reach the goals which are; become drug free, free from re-offending and become valuable members of society. You can't change your past but you can change your future and we will help you every step of the way. |
Breightmet & Little Lever | Offenders / Ex-offenders, People experiencing Homelessness | The Arts/Arts and Crafts |
Beacon Bolton Counselling Service |
Beacon Bolton Counselling Service, established in 1990, is a well-established local charity that provides therapeutic counselling to anyone age 16+, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or sexuality. Over the past year, appointments have been offered to hundreds of people with issues ranging from stress, to anxiety and depression, bereavement, anger, relationships, abuse, suicidal ideation and more. With our team of dedicated counsellors, Beacon offers support to those intent on improving their mental and emotional wellbeing. Our team of qualified counsellors, and a limited number of students on placement, have access to training and opportunities for continuous professional development. Supporting volunteers ensures they are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to deliver high-quality support for our communities now and in the future. Opening Hours: Due to COVID-19, face to face counselling is suspended, however, we are still operating, and clients have the option to access our services via telephone or Zoom. Please call if you are apprehensive about these ways of working, many others were too. The majority have reported a good experience. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Parents/Single Parents, Men and Women, Older people, People with learning disabilities, People with physical disabilities, People experiencing mental health issues, Carers, People identifying as LGBTQ+, People from minority ethnic communities, Refugees and asylum seekers, Service and ex-service people, People experiencing Unemployment, People experiencing housing issues, Victims / survivors of crime, People affected by Domestic Abuse and Violence, Offenders / Ex-offenders, Tenants and residents | Being Included/Social Inclusion, Education and Personal Development, Emotional Wellbeing, Mental Wellbeing, Saving Life, Supporting Victims of Crime |
Bolton & District Hospital Saturday Council |
Bolton and District Hospital Saturday offers simple and affordable everyday Health Cash Plans, Dental Plans and Private Medical Insurance from UK Healthcare, our wholly owned subsidiary. |
Greater Manchester, Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | All | Health |
Bolton Adult Autism Support |
Bolton Adult Asperger Support is a voluntary organisation that exists to provide support to and enhance the health and wellbeing of adults with Asperger syndrome and associated conditions and their carers/families. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Halliwell & Crompton | Parents/Single Parents, , People with learning disabilities, People experiencing Unemployment | |
Bolton Advanced Motorists |
We are dedicated to improving the driving standards of drivers with a full driving licence in the Bolton area. We organise Advanced Driver Courses in February, May, August and November each year. Practical training sessions take place on Sunday mornings from the University of Bolton. A limited number of midweek sessions are available. To obtain an enrolment form contact Lynn Jordan on 07766 651418 or email: boltoniam@gmail.com |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | All | Education and Personal Development |
Bolton Advice Centre |
Bolton Advice Centre offers free advice, support, information and advocacy to the Bolton community on a wide range of issues including debt, homelessness, benefit claims, disability, domestic violence, immigration, criminal justice and poverty. We are available to anyone in our community who needs help and advice, especially parts of the community that are more disadvantaged, more marginalised or under-represented in our community. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | People experiencing Homelessness, , Refugees and asylum seekers, People experiencing mental health issues, Only Women, Only Men, Young people (aged 13-25) | |
Bolton Aphasia Self Help |
BASH is a group which offers support and social contact for people who have speech or communication difficulties following a stroke or brain injury. They meet on the first Monday morning of each month from 10.00am until 12.00 noon |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Carers, , People experiencing mental health issues, Only Women, Only Men, Young people (aged 13-25) | |
Bolton Cancer Voices |
Formed in 2012, we are an inspirational, welcoming mixed-voice Choir open to anyone 18 years and over, who has received a cancer diagnosis of any type at any time. Facebook Page: Bolton Cancer Voices Twitter Page: @VoicesBolton |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Men and Women | Emotional Wellbeing, Health, Keeping Active and Involved, Leisure and Hobbies, Mental Wellbeing, Music |
Bolton Cardiac Support Group |
Bolton Cardiac Support Group (BCSG) meets monthly to offer friendship and support to people who are experiencing or recovering from some form of coronary (heart) cardiovascular illness, such as angina, heart attack, surgery (any) or ischaemic heart disease. The welcome also extends to their carers, spouse, family member or friend. Meetings held on 3rd Wednesday monthly at Friends Meeting House starting at 7.15pm |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | All, Carers | Health, Keeping Active and Involved |
Bolton Carers Support |
Bolton Carers Support is a registered charity that was set up in 1994 and offers a confidential support and information service to carers. We are an independent charity supporting carers over the age of 18 who live in Bolton or who care for someone living in Bolton. We offer information, a confidential listening ear, opportunities to meet other carers for mutual support, training, short breaks, and can ‘signpost’ you to relevant services that can help you in your caring role. Our services are free of charge, with the exception of our short breaks (for which we make a small charge). Our services |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Carers | Being Included/Social Inclusion, Emotional Wellbeing, Health, Keeping Active and Involved, Leisure and Hobbies, Mental Wellbeing, Relieving Poverty |
Bolton Children's Opportunity Group |
COG NURSERY The children work to a structured programme of activities, using pictorial timetables and the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) They join the inclusive play sessions for some activities. The Blue Room receives funding from BMBC NURTURE GROUP This service is commissioned by the Local Authority. |
Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | Young Children (aged 0 -12), Young people (aged 13-25), Children with Additional Needs, Carers | Education and Personal Development, Play and Children's Activities |
Bolton Christian Community Cohesion (BCCC) |
Bolton Christian Community Cohesion has 2 main aims: i) to support, inspire and unite Bolton Churches and Christian organisations and ii) to work alongside other faiths and community groups to develop community cohesion across the town. We produce a free fortnightly email bulletin which advertises events, projects, initiatives, courses and job vacancies at churches, Christian organisations and other faith and community groups across the town. If you would like to advertise anything from your group in this bulletin please contact our administrator, Janet Lythgoe, on admin@bolton.gmim.org.uk . |
Greater Manchester, Breightmet & Little Lever, Central and Great Lever, Chorley Roads, Farnworth & Kearsley, Halliwell & Crompton, Horwich & Blackrod, Rumworth, Turton, Westhoughton | All | Ageing Well, Alcohol and Substance Misuse, Asylum Support, Being Included/Social Inclusion, Emotional Wellbeing, Faith and Faith Communities, Food and Essential Items, Mental Wellbeing |