Guide to services and activities for families in Bolton
July - August 2025
Antenatal Clinics
Antenatal appointments in all centres are booked in advance directly with your midwife.
To self-refer to a midwife, contact your local centre on the details below:
|
Venue |
Day |
Time |
Contact details |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Alexandra Family Hub |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 337347 |
|
Bright Meadows Family Hub |
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday | 9.30 - 4.30pm | 01204 336691 |
|
Farnworth Family Hub |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 334955 |
|
Harvey Start Well Centre |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 337390 |
|
Oldham’s Start Well Centre |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 4.30pm |
01204 334992 |
|
Oxford Grove Family Hub |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 337090 |
|
Tonge Family Hub |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 336745 |
|
Winifred Kettle House |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 335138 |
|
Great Lever Start Well Family Hub |
Monday - Friday |
9am – 5pm |
01204 337333 |
Free online antenatal course
Written by registered midwives and NHS professionals, 'Understanding pregnancy, labour, birth, and your baby' is a course for everyone around the baby, including mums, dads, grandparents, friends and family. Visit the website below and enter the access code to access for free:
Website: www.inourplace.co.uk
Access code: RIVINGTON
Birth registration in Bolton
You must make an appointment to register your baby’s birth within 42 days, in the town or city that the baby is born.
For babies born in Bolton, you can register a birth online, or alternatively, telephone 01204 331185.
Dad Matters
Dad Matters supports dads and dads to be in Bolton and across Greater Manchester to have the best possible relationships with their families!
Find out more:
Website: https://dadmatters.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DadMattersUK
Antenatal Breastfeeding Workshops
Come along to one of the Infant Feeding Team's workshops, to help you feel more prepared and confident about breastfeeding your baby.
| Date | Day | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/25 | Monday | Antenatal Clinic (RBH) | 18.30 - 20.30 |
| 16/08/25 | Saturday | Ingleside | 10.00 - 12.00 |
| 01/09/25 | Monday | Antenatal Clinic (RBH) | 18.30 - 20.30 |
To book, telephone 01204 390423, or email infantfeeding@boltonft.nhs.uk.
To access additional antenatal sessions, contact Breastfeeding Together by emailing enquiries@breastfeedingtogether.co.uk.
Plan and Prepare for Parenthood (antenatal class)
This free class will help you to make informed choices confidently as you prepare to be a new parent. Online and face to face sessions available as timetabled below.
To book your place, visit: http://book.breastfeedingtogether.co.uk
| Date | Day | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/25 | Saturday | Tonge Family Hub | 10.00 - 12.00 |
| 21/08/25 | Thursday | Online | 17.30 - 19.30 |
Safer Sleep for Babies
Find out what safer sleep is and why it is so important for babies. This free online session will provide you with all you need to know about safer sleep. All parents and carers welcome.
To book your place, visit: http://book.breastfeedingtogether.co.uk
| Date | Day | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/08/25 | Wednesday | Online | 15.00 - 16.00 |
Sollihull Antenatal Course (free and online)
The course is written by registered midwives and NHS professionals. 'Understanding pregnancy, labour, birth and your baby' is a course for everyone around the baby, including mums, dads, grandparents, friends, and family.
Visit www.inourplace.co.uk and apply the access code RIVINGTON to gain free access to the course.
Thinking about feeding and caring for your baby?
Visit Padlet: Information for you whilst you’re pregnant to view a collection of written resources, links and videos offering information and support on how to feed and care for your baby.
