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Whether you’re a history fan, a walker or cyclist, a shopaholic or lover of drama you’ll find plenty of things to do in and around Rochdale.

The modern Co-op movement started here and you can visit the original Co-op shop at the Pioneers’ Museum in Rochdale town centre.

Littleborough and its Pennine hills are ideal for all types of countryside and outdoor pursuits. Middleton has heritage galore, and Heywood is the starting point for the East Lancs Steam Railway – great for family fun.

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Alkrington Woods Nature Reserve

Alkrington Woods Nature Reserve

Once part of the Alkrington Hall estate, this area of mature woodland provides an ideal habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. Informal paths...

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  1. Hollingworth Lake from the air.

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    Hollingworth Lake Country Park and Visitor Centre

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    Lake / Reservoir

    Rochdale

    In Victorian times Hollingworth Lake was known as the "The Weighvers' Seaport". Now once again visitors can enjoy many outdoor attractions and an excellent Visitor Centre. Spanning 118 acres with the dramatic backdrop of Blackstone Edge, the lake is one of the most popular days out in the area...

  2. Walk in the park by Ed Swinden

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    Watergrove Reservoir

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    Lake / Reservoir

    Wardle, Rochdale

    High in the Pennines above Wardle village, the area around Watergrove Reservoir includes walking trails with spectacular views, bird watching, fishing and a link to the Pennine Bridleway. The open moorland above Watergrove makes for a more rugged landscape than the lower valleys. The area's...

  3. Middleton Old Grammar School.

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    The Old Grammar School

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    Historic Site

    Middleton

    Thomas Langley, Chancellor of England was educated in Middleton. In 1412 he rebuilt the Parish Church & founded a charity school - the original foundation of the Grammar School. Completed in 1584 & now restored as a heritage centre. Remarkable features include marvellous oak roof beams and much...

  4. Rochdale Canal near Smithy Bridge

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    Rochdale Canal

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    Enviromental Attraction

    Littleborough

    First opened in 1804, the Rochdale Canal was the first trans-Pennine canal and one of the country's most spectacular waterways. An ambitious restoration programme resulted in the canal reopening along the entire 32 mile length in 2002. The canal runs from Manchester city centre, along the whole...

  5. Lime house building at Piethorne.

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    Piethorne Valley

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    Lake / Reservoir

    Rochdale

    Two miles from Newhey, the six reservoirs in the Piethorne Valley are surrounded by open moorland. Fishing allowed in two lakes. 3-mile 'Moorland Waters' walk leaflet available from Rochdale Tourist Information Centre and the Manchester's Countryside website. Limited wheelchair access. Refreshments...

  6. The Olde Boar's Head, Middleton.

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    Old Boar's Head Inn

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    Public House / Bar

    Manchester

    Dating back to the late 16th century this fascinating half-timbered building is still a popular and comfortable pub. Surrounded by 19th and 20th century buildings on the main road from Middleton to Rochdale, this half-timbered pub comes as a surprise but, like the other ancient buildings in the...

  7. Middleton Arena

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    Middleton Arena

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    Sports and Leisure Centres

    Manchester

    This mult-purpose venue offers acquatics, fitness classes, racquet sports and features a multi-use sports hall. Middleton Arena offers a full live entertainment programme, dances and musical theatre.
    A multi-purpose auditorium is available to hire for conferences, exhibitions & socialo events. Box...

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    Marland Golf Club

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    Golf Course

    Rochdale

    Marland Golf Course situated within Springfield Park is an enjoyable yet challenging 18 hole course set in 80 acres of pleasant parkland. No membership necessary and no booking is required Monday to Friday. Weekend bookings can be booked up to one week in advance. Group and individual tuition...

  9. Littleborough Coach House

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    Littleborough Coach House and Heritage Centre

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    Heritage / Visitor Centre

    Littleborough

    A Grade 2 Listed building of architectural and historical interest within an important conservation area. Dating from the late 18th century, it was originally built to serve the Bury horse-drawn coach traffic on the main transport routes into Yorkshire across Blackstone Edge. The Centre provides...

  10. Healey Dell waterfall

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    Healey Dell Nature Reserve

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    Nature Reserve

    Healey, Rochdale

    Healey Dell is a beauty spot and wildlife sanctuary rich in industrial archaeology, two miles from Rochdale town centre on the way to Whitworth and Bacup. The reserve is signposted from the A671 Rochdale-Bacup Road and from the B6377 opposite Healey Hotel. Car parking is available at Broadley Wood...