Why Sexual Health Matters
Sexual health is a vital part of your physical, mental, and social well-being. Whether you're in a relationship, not currently sexually active, or don’t have a regular partner, looking after your sexual health is important for your overall health and quality of life.
Who Provides Sexual Health Services in Bury
Bury Council works in partnership with NHS services and charitable organisations to deliver sexual health support across the borough. In Bury, services for both young people and adults are provided by HCRG Care Group, offering free and confidential advice and care.
Open Access to Services
All contraception and sexual health services are open access, meaning you can attend any clinic in any area, regardless of where you live. This ensures flexibility and ease of access for everyone.
Where to Access Services
HCRG Care Group operates across Oldham, Bury, and Rochdale through Sexual Health Hubs. In Bury, the main hub is located at:
Townside Primary Care Centre Knowsley Place, Knowsley Street, Bury, BL9 0SN
A community clinic is also held weekly in Radcliffe at:
- Redbank GP Practice Radcliffe Primary Care Centre, 69 Church St W, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 2SP Appointments only – Fridays: 9.15am to 11.30am
How to Make an Appointment
To book an appointment at any of the sexual health hubs, call: 0300 303 8565
You can also check walk-in clinic times and appointment availability online.
Services Available at Sexual Health Hubs
Sexual Health Hubs offer a wide range of services, including:
- Sexual health advice and guidance
- Express STI testing (no appointment needed)
- Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) fittings – coils and implants
- Injectable and oral contraception
- Emergency contraception (coils and pills)
- STI testing and treatment
- Free condoms and lubricant
- PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) – HIV prevention
- PEP (Post-exposure prophylaxis) – emergency HIV prevention
- HIV treatment and care
- Partner notification services
- Hepatitis B and HPV vaccinations
- Psychosexual counselling (via GP referral)
Community Clinic Services
The Radcliffe community clinic offers:
- Most forms of contraception
- STI screening (especially for those without symptoms)
- A convenient local option for regular check-ups