Katherine House is place of warmth, welcome & companionship for people of all faiths and none

A place for meeting, reflecting, searching

Spring Programme Jan - April 2016

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“Another Story Must Begin” - Lent Course at Katherine House Fridays 12th 19th 26th Feb, 4th 11th 18th March 1pm – 3pm A Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables; exploring themes of suffering, redemption, forgiveness, and grace as we look at the characters and their journeys.

To be facilitated by Phil and Margaret Doyle

Bringing the Old Testament to Life

Mondays, 11 & 25 April , 9th & 23th May 7pm – 9pm Come along and learn more about the Old Testament Old Testament history and literature - Covenant - The prophets - Jesus and the Old Testament. John Vernon is Head of RE at Xaverian 6th Form College

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Katherine House aims to provide:

A hospitable meeting place for people of all faiths and none

A quiet space for prayer and reflection, for individuals and groups

A programme of events, including retreats, quiet days and short conferences

A place where people can run their own residential or day events

General Information for House Events We are happy to welcome you to Katherine House.

Half an hour before the start of an event we will have coffee brewing and you can help yourself to tea, coffee and biscuits.

For day events, please bring a packed lunch and eat together in our dining room

The suggested donation for attending an event is usually £5 (for morning/afternoon/evening) or £15 (all-day). Cost should not stop you attending - please give what you can afford.

Please book in advance. We need to know people are going to come before we ask a facilitator to travel to the house and we need to know numbers so we can prepare for you. This also means you avoid disappointment if an event is full, and it ensures we have your details should an event need to be cancelled for any reason. If there are no bookings, an event will not go ahead. You are welcome for ring on the day to see a late booking is possible but we cant guarantee it.

To book you can use the form on the website, email khousefcj@hotmail.com or telephone us on 0161-708 9744 giving your name and a contact number.

Our website www.katherinehouse.org gives updated details of the programme.

A word from our Director, Marie

We have lots of interesting things this season. I'm very pleased to have Bible study again at the house. I often have people say that they wish they knew the bible better and had a better understanding of the readings they hear in church. Our bible study will look at the Sunday readings for the next two weeks; discuss them, make links between the Gospels and the Hebrew Scriptures and pray with them. For those who want to know the background to the bible better our ‘Bringing the Old Testament to Life’ course will be great.

During lent we will be running a course on Friday afternoons looking at themes from Les Miserables which is packed full of stories about redemption love and how to live out the best life you can.

There are lots of opportunities to have a peaceful retreat day.

Our talks with be very interesting. I'm looking forward to ‘A first encounter with Africa’ with Sr Teresa Brittain, ‘God Beyond Boundaries, Borders and Barriers’ with Andy Salmon and welcoming back Sr Teresa White FCJ (who used to run Katherine House) to help us get to grips with the themes of Laudato si - a wonderful document with lots to say to all of us about how we care for the earth we share.

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‘Breaking Open the Sunday Word’ Bible Study First Thursday afternoon 2:00-4:00pm Third Thursday evening 7:00-9:00pm Sharing the Sunday scriptures and exploring the relationship between the Old and New Testaments as we learn more of our sacred history.

We will follow the readings for the Catholic church; these are often the same in Anglican Churches and other churches that use the Revised Common Lectionary. When this differs, the readings are marked with a *

Sister Teresa Brittain is a member of the Congregation of Our Lady of Sion and has a passion for the Word of God. She has worked extensively in catechesis and Biblical work as well as Jewish Christian relations. She is presently living here in Prestwich

‘A Good Yarn’ Knitting group Second Wednesday of the month 2:00-4:00pm Come along and share skills or learn to knit. Bring yarn and needles or use some of ours. The group contributes items to good causes. Enjoy good company while you knit. When not running Katherine House, Marie can be found with yarn in hand, she has led a knitting group for some years and loves teaching people to knit

Film Club Third Wednesday evenings 7:00 - 9:30pm Last Thursday afternoons 1:30 - 4:00pm Come along and watch a film and share in discussion with others afterwards.

Day Retreats 10.30am - 3.30pm The retreat days are facilitated by different leaders each month in order to provide a variety of styles. Most days have some input and guidance and times of silence for quiet reflection. Different days enable different people to come along. See diary for which day in the third week of the month.

Christian Meditation Last Tuesday of the month 10.30am - 12noon We host a Christian Meditation Group, their session comprises a short reading, some reflective music and twenty minutes silent meditation, concluding with a little music and a brief reading. Find out more about The World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) at www.christianmeditation.org.uk

Book Club Last Tuesday of the month 2.00 - 3.30pm

The group enjoy sharing well-loved books, poetry and prose. Poetry and prose happen on alternate months. If you want to share a poem please bring 10 copies. If you want to discuss a book, please read it beforehand Stephen has spent most of his life teaching English in schools and universities, and enjoys nothing more than discussing poetry and prose with interested and enthusiastic others

Card Making Workshop Last Wednesday of the month 1.30 - 4.00pm Currently fully subscribed.

You are welcome to join the group for the regular monthly sessions as often as you wish.

Monthly Sessions at Katherine House

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January 8th COMPASS

Fri 8 Jan – Sun 10 Jan COMPASS aims to help Roman Catholic men and women between the ages of 20 and 35 to discern their vocation, with a particular focus on vocations to religious life. The leaders are two religious, Maryanne Francalanza is a Faithful Companion of Jesus and John McGowan is a Carmelite priest. The programme has been running from Katherine House for the last 5 years.

13th 'A Good Yarn' knitting group Wed 13 Jan , 2pm – 4pm Knitting for charity, see page 4

16th Be still with God Sat 16 Jan , 10:30am – 3:30pm (coffee from 10am) Themed day with contemplative silence, teaching and sharing sessions. Opened to all who wish for a deeper relationship with God. A time to be alone with God, together Rev Mo Surrey is a Priest in the Church of England. She is a part time hospital chaplain and is the founder of Be Still with God

19th A first encounter with Africa Tue 19 Jan , 2pm – 3pm Sr Teresa Brittain recently went to Zimbabwe to teach at a seminary. She shares her thoughts and impressions of a different culture.

20th Film night - Testament of Youth Wed 20 Jan , 7:00pm – 9:30pm A British woman recalls coming of age during World War I - a story of young love, the futility of war, and how to make sense of the darkest times. Autobiography of Vera Brittain (2015) PG 13 Come along and join in discussion afterwards

21st Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Evening Bible Study Thurs 21 Jan , 7pm – 9pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays Sister Teresa Brittain

Sun 24: Nehemiah 8:2-4, 5-6, 8-10 & Luke 1:1-4, 4:14-21 Sun 31:Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19 & Luke 4:21-30

26th Christian Meditation Tues 26 Jan, 10:30am – 12:00pm

The World Community for Christian Meditation. See Page 4

26th Book Club Living by Henry Green Tues 26 Jan, 2:00pm – 3:30pm A novel about working-class factory life in Birmingham.

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February 4th Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Afternoon Bible Study

Thurs, 4 Feb , 2pm – 4pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays Sister Teresa Brittain

Sun 7th: Isa 6:1-2, 3-8 *& Luke 5:1-11 Sun 14th Deut 26:4-10 & Luke 4:1-13

5th Lent Film Showing - Les Misérables, Fri, 5 Feb, 1pm – 4pm An opportunity to see the 2012 film, Les Misérables, on which we will base our Lent Course. In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert after breaking parole, agrees to care for a factory worker's daughter. The decision changes their lives for ever. Rated PG-13. The film is 2 hours 40 mins.

5th Compass Programme Fri, 5 Feb – Sun, 7 Feb Discerning vocation (see 8th Jan for details)

10th 'A Good Yarn' knitting group Wed, 10 Feb , 2pm – 4pm Knitting for charity, see page 4

12th Lent Course - Another Story Must Begin Fri, 12 Feb , 1pm – 3pm A Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables; exploring themes of suffering, redemption, forgiveness, and grace as we look at the characters and their journeys.

To be facilitated by Phil and Margaret Doyle, who have led popular Lent Courses at Katherine House before. Using a Lent Course based on Les Miserables by Jonathan Meyer. You need to book for this as the course has been full in previous years.

12th FCJ Prayer and Discernment Weekend for Young Adults Fri, 12 Feb , 6pm – Sun, 14 Feb , 2pm Join us for our Young Adult retreat - opportunity for prayer, reflection and discussion with other young adults on the theme of prayer and discernment. For more information and to book your place contact Sr. Anouska fcJ on anouskafcj01@gmail.com or Sr. Lynne fcJ lynnefcj@hotmail.com

27th Card Making Wed 27 Jan, 1:30pm – 4:00pm

28th Film Afternoon - Testament of Youth Thurs 28 Jan, 1:30pm – 4:00pm See 20th Jan for details

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15th Day Retreat - “Closer to Christ in prayer” Mon, 15 Feb , 10:30am – 3:30pm Take some time this Lent to pray and reflect, there will be time for your own reflection and some input to help you encounter Christ in prayer. Sr Mary Galvin is a member of the Faithful Companions of Jesus and an experienced spiritual director

17th Film night - Selma Wed, 17 Feb , 7:00pm – 9:30pm A chronicle of Martin Luther King's campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965. (2014) PG-13. Come along and join in discussion afterwards

18th Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Evening Bible Study Thurs, 18 Feb , 7pm – 9pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays

Sun 21th: Gen 15:5-12, 17-18 & Luke 9:28b-36 Sun 28th: Exod 3:1-8a 13-15 * & Luke 13:1-9

19th Lent Course - Another Story Must Begin Fri, 19th Feb , 1pm – 3pm Continuing our Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables Phil and Margaret Doyle

23rd Christian Meditation Tue, 23 Feb , 10:30am – 12:00pm

The World Community for Christian Meditation. See Page 4

23rd Book club - The Poetry of Old Age Tue, 23 Feb , 2:00pm – 3:30pm Book club members will each bring a poem on the theme of old age and introduce it to others.

24th Card Making Wed, 24 Feb , 1:30pm – 4:00pm

25th Film Afternoon Thurs, 25 Feb , 1:30pm – 4:00pm See 17th Feb for details

26th Lent Course - Another Story Must Begin Fri, 26 Feb , 1pm – 3pm Continuing our Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables Phil and Margaret Doyle

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March 2nd Doing Theology Together

Wed, 2 March 2016, (1:00pm) 2– 3:30pm The group will be using a video to start a theological discussion. You can watch the video yourself at home or turn up early at 1pm when we will play it at Katherine House. At 2pm we will have a discussion on the theme.

This season we will be looking at an interview with Rabbi Harold Kushner; author of "When Bad Things Happen to Good People" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQW6xvmREx4 Come along and discuss theological themes

3rd Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Day Bible Study Thurs, 3 March , 2pm – 4pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays Sr Teresa Brittain

Sun 6th March: Josh 5:9a, 10-12 & Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 Sun 13th March Isa 43:16-21 & John 8:1-11*

4th Lent Course - Another Story Must Begin Fri, 4 March , 1pm – 3pm Continuing our Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables Phil and Margaret Doyle

9th 'A Good Yarn' knitting group Wed, 9 March , 2pm – 4pm Knitting for charity, see page 4

10th God Beyond Boundaries, Borders and Barriers Thurs, 10 March , 2pm – 4pm We live in a world with many boundaries; some - like those between Manchester and Salford - aren't the barriers they once were. Hadrian's Wall is a hiking trail, the island of Iona is said to be a ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and the borders between countries are part of our news concerning a refugee crisis. Andy recently spent a sabbatical thinking about how Boundaries, Borders and Barriers help and hinder our relationships - with God and each other. He shares his thoughts with us. Andy Salmon is an Anglican Priest in Charge of Sacred Trinity & St Philip’s, Salford. He describes himself as 'Bald, music-loving, veggie, Leftie, Vicar: occasionally quite interesting.'

11th Lent Course - Another Story Must Begin Fri, 11 March , 1pm – 3pm Continuing our Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables Phil and Margaret Doyle

12th Art Retreat Sat, 12 March 10:00am – 4:30pm

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Discover, celebrate and learn from your own creative spark No previous art-making experience necessary, just an openness to respond to the creative spirit within you. Deirdre McConnell is an art therapist who is passionate about art, God, and creating a safe space for you to explore reflections, feelings, and prayers through making art, believing everyone can be artistic even if you think you aren't.

15th Day Retreat - “They picked up stones” Tue, 15 March , 10:30am – 3:30pm Stones can be an important part of our lives. We hardly notice them, some homes are built of them, or walls of stone can either hide or defend us. Jesus often used the things that are around us in his teaching, and in Scripture we read about 'A heart of stone'. This day will explore this topic with a mix of input, silence and sharing Sr. Cecilia Connolly is a member of the Faithful Companions of Jesus and a chaplain at Manchester Universities Catholic Chaplaincy

16th Film night - The Lego Movie Wed, 16 March , 7:00pm – 9:30pm An ordinary Lego construction worker, thought to be the prophesied 'Special', is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the Lego universe into eternal stasis. PG (2014) We promise there are serious themes to discuss from this film, come along you may be surprised

17th Film Afternoon - Thurs, 17 March , 1:30pm – 4:00pm, rescheduled time for Easter As 16th March

17th Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Evening Bible Study Thurs, 17 March , 7pm – 9pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays Sr Teresa Brittain

Sun 20th March: Isa 50:4-7 & Luke 22:14 – 23:56 27th March, Easter Sunday Acts 10:34a, 37-43 & John 20:1-9 or Luke 24:1-12

18th Lent Course - Another Story Must Begin Fri, 18 March , 1pm – 3pm Concluding our Lent Course based on the 2012 film Les Miserables Phil and Margaret Doyle

22nd Christian Meditation Tue, 22 March , 10:30am – 12:00pm rescheduled time for Easter

The World Community for Christian Meditation. See Page 4

22nd Book Club - Stoner by John Williams Tues 22 March, 2:00pm – 3:30pm rescheduled time for Easter Stoner becomes a teacher. He marries the wrong woman. His life is quiet, and after his death his colleagues remember him rarely. Yet with truthfulness, compassion and intense power, this novel uncovers a story of universal value.

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April 7th Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Day Bible Study

Thurs, 7 April , 2pm – 4pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays Sister Teresa Brittain

Sun 10th April: Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41 & John 21:1-19 Sun 17th April: Acts 13:14, 43-52 & John 10:27-30

8th ‘Care for Our Common Home’ - Looking at God’s good creation in the light of Laudato si’ Fri, 8 April , 2pm – 4pm In Laudato si’ Pope Francis advocates a way of living which seeks the common good, respects the environment and recognises the interconnectedness of the whole of creation. In his view, ‘Christian spirituality proposes a growth marked by moderation and the capacity to be happy with little’ (n. 222). The world, he says, is not a problem to be solved, but ‘a joyful mystery to be contemplated with gladness and praise’ (n 12). In this session, we shall look at some of the themes of this document and see how Pope Francis invites us to both contemplation and action. With SrTeresa White FCJ who spent 10 happy years at Katherine House before 2008

11th Bringing the Old Testament to Life Mon, 11 April , 7pm – 9pm Session 1: Understanding the Old Testament - its history and literature.

John Vernon is Head of RE at Xaverian 6th Form College in Manchester where he teaches A' Level Philosophy and Old Testament studies. He also teaches the Old Testament module of the Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies in the Salford diocese.

13th 'A Good Yarn' knitting group Wed, 13 April, 2pm – 4pm Knitting for charity, see page 4

14th Bias from the Bottom - Richard Rohr DVD and discussion Thurs, 14 April , 7pm – 9pm Fr Richard Rohr ofm is a Franciscan priest. We will watch a DVD of Fr Richard and afterwards there will be time for sharing and discussion, finishing with prayer. We are continuing this popular series with “Bias from the Bottom” in which Father Richard explains how the biblical narrative consistently teaches us that the truth is more likely found at the edges and the bottom of society, and what this perspective means for us Facilitated by Phil Doyle

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20th Film night - The Book Thief Wed, 20 April , 7:00pm – 9:30pm While subjected to the horrors of World War II Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. In the basement of her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents. 2013, PG-13 Come along and join in discussion afterwards

21st Day Retreat - “Encountering the Risen Christ” Thurs, 21 April, 10:30am – 3:30pm In this season of Easter, spend some time in prayer and reflection encountering the risen Christ. There will be some input and time for your own prayer. Canon Alan Butler is Anglican Priest at St Mary’s Oldham, is a spiritual director and the Bishop of Manchester's Spirituality Advisor

21st Breaking Open the Sunday Word - Evening Bible Study Thurs, 21 April , 7pm – 9pm This bible study will look at the readings for the next two sundays Sister Teresa Brittain

Sun 24th April: Acts 14:21-27* & John 13:31-35 Sun 1st May: Acts 15:1-2, 22-29 & John 14:23-29

22nd Compass Programme Fri, 22 April – Sun, 24 April Discerning vocation (see 8th Jan for details)

25th Bringing the Old Testament to Life Mon, 25 April , 7pm – 9pm Session 2: Covenant. Exploring the developing relationship between God and humankind. with John Vernon Session 3 will be on Mon, 9 May & Session 4 on Mon, 23 May

26th Christian Meditation Tue, 26 April , 10:30am – 12:00pm The World Community for Christian Meditation. See Page 4

26th Book Club - The poetry of Irina Ratushinskaya - Tue, 26 April , 2:00pm – 3:30pm Irina Ratushinskaya, Ukrainian poet who was one of the last prominent dissident writers to be imprisoned by the Soviet regime. Book club members will each bring a poem and introduce it to others.

28th Film Afternoon Thurs, 28 April , 1:30pm – 4:00pm See 20th April for details

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Coming up The Tumble Trust at Katherine House Tue, 3 May , 10am – 4pm 'Learning to Love the Divine Within' - an experiential day using Dance, Relaxation, and Meditation. This retreat will be run by the Tumble Trust, who combine silence and prayer with play and action. Max 14 so booking would be essential. If you wish to bring a blanket to lie on, please do so - or we have some you can borrow here at Katherine House.

Somewhere Else. Fri, 3 June , 10am – 4pm Somewhere Else is the Methodist Church in Liverpool's City Centre, it is a response to the belief that there is a life-giving message in the gospel story. They gather as a faith community around the making and sharing of bread. Their minister, Rev Ian Hu, will lead a bread making session at Katherine House where he will also share the story of being ‘bread church’ Places will be limited to 8 and advance booking is essential

Characters in the Hebrew Scriptures - what do they mean to us

Mondays, 13th 20th 27th June & 4th July , 2pm – 4pm A chance to explore the characters in the Hebrew Scriptures, their stories and their journey with God. How do their stories speak to our own? Sr Ann McNally is a Sister of Sion

Richard Rohr DVD and discussion Thurs, 9 June 7pm – 9pm Fr Richard Rohr OFM is a Franciscan priest. We will watch a DVD of Fr Richard and afterwards there will be time for sharing and discussion, finishing with prayer. Continuing this popular series with “Contemplative prayer ” Facilitated by Phil Doyle

The Tumble Trust at Katherine House Tue, 6 September, 10am – 4pm ENNEAGRAM I: A gentle introduction

30th Retreat in the City with Sacred Trinity Salford Sat, 30 April , 10am – 5pm We go on retreat to spend time in reflection and become more aware of God’s presence. While Katherine House is near the city, it is an oasis of peace. For this retreat we are invited look for God in the streets of the city. Where are the moments of unexpected beauty? Will you see the face of Christ in the face of a stranger? We will be beginning and ending the retreat at Sacred Trinity Church in the city. Sacred Trinity is at the corner of Blackfriars and Chapel Street, Salford, M3 5DW

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Pathways into Prayer

Wednesdays, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 1 June, 8 June, 15 June 7pm – 9pm

Do you want to deepen your prayer life

and find new ways of praying?

Come along and discover a range of approaches to prayer.

The course will explore ‘What is Prayer?’… Lectio Divina… praying though art… imaginative contemplation… the Examen… and more… This course is offered by Manchester Diocese in association with Katherine House.

Cost will be £30 and must be booked in advance. Bookings can be made by contacting

Revd Canon Alan Butler Bishop of Manchester's Spirituality Advisor

St Mary’s Vicarage, Rushcroft Road, High Crompton, Oldham OL2 7PP 01706 847455 alanbutler@ntlworld.com

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Katherine House can also be booked by groups organising their own activities:

We have hosted School groups...In service training days... Parish Groups... Church Youth groups... PCC days... Charity Groups... Training Days... Departmental planning days... Chaplain meetings... retreat days.

We have simple and comfortable residential accommodation for self catering groups

Facilities

Meeting Room for 20 people

Sitting room for 12 people

Dining/meeting room for 20 people

Lawned garden

Simple attractive chapel in the basement

Fairtrade tea and coffee in small kitchenette

Flip chart

Data projector and screen.

OHP and slide projector also available

Laptop for presentations

Residential Accommodation

10 bedrooms (nine with own sink in room)

Showers & bathrooms

Well-equipped kitchen for self catering

If you are not able to cook for your group we can help you find local catering, please ask.

Suggested donations for Overnight Stays

B&B: £25 per person (incl. simple breakfast)

24 hour stay: £30 per person (incl. simple breakfast)

Suggested donations for Room Hire

For a morning, afternoon or evening £40 + £1 per person

For a day £80 + £2 per person

Unwaged, low-waged & students should contact us for a reduction of 20% If you are a charity or good cause who can’t pay for room hire please contact us and we will discuss what you can afford

Accommodation is available all year except for August, Eastertime and over Christmas

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Katherine House offers a variety of services for people needing support at different times in life. These include: Spiritual Direction and Person Centred Counselling

Please contact Mary 0161 708 9394 Play therapy / Person Centred Counselling for children, adolescents and adults.

Please contact Maria 0161 708 9744 or mobile 07981 754953

Katherine House is host to CAFOD's Salford Diocesan work.

There has been changes with our friends at CAFOD since last term. Mary and Ged who worked at the house have moved on. Mary opted to take voluntary severance and Ged has transferred to Liverpool Archdiocese.

The new team in Salford is now in place with three Community Participation Co-ordinators:

Steve Burrowes is our full-time CPC, and is new to CAFOD, having previously worked in education.

Ann Wilson returns to CAFOD Salford as part-time CPC, working normally on Mondays, Tuesdays and every other Thursday.

Ann Hayes has joined us from CAFOD Clifton on a 2-year fulltime contract, to work in both Salford and Liverpool dioceses specifically with education volunteers.

CAFOD is the international development and humanitarian agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, and we work closely together to promote a faith that does justice. If you are interested in CAFOD's work and in volunteering, please come and say hello on the first floor or contact us at

Email: salford@cafod.org.uk Tel: 0171 705 0605. Twitter: @CAFODSalford

Do you want to deepen your prayer life? Spiritual accompaniment has helped bring many people enrich their spiritual lives. Having someone listen and reflect with you on your relationship with God can help that relationship grow.

Get in touch with us at Katherine House and we will help you find someone to listen.

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Katherine House 26 Singleton Road, Salford, M7 4WL email: khousefcj@hotmail.com website: www.katherinehousefcj.org www.facebook.com/katherinehousefcj twitter:@khousefcj telephone: 0161-708 9744

Katherine House is a small Christian conference centre. It is owned and run by the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ), an international Congregation of Catholic Sisters, Registered Charity No. 285239

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS Travel by Car M60 exit 17 take A56 to Prestwich/Salford Singleton Road runs between the A56 (Bury New Road) and the A665 (Bury Old Road), just south of the border between Salford and Prestwich. Limited parking in the grounds, but no parking restrictions on Singleton Rd.

Public Transport Buses along Bury New Road stop at Moor Lane (2 mins walk from Katherine House) X43/44 Manchester/Burnley “Witchway” and X40/41 Manchester/Blackburn “Lancashire Way”. Both leave from Chorlton Street (8mins walk from Manchester Piccadilly) or Deansgate in Manchester city centre (9 mins from Manchester Victoria). 96 & 98 leave from Manchester Victoria Station or Shudehill Bus station to Bury.

Buses along Bury Old Road stop at Singleton Rd (10 mins walk from Katherine House), including service 135 Manchester/Bury