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  1. Hollingworth Lake Country Park with pub and windsurfers
    Hollingworth Lake Country Park
    In Victorian times Hollingworth Lake was known as the "The Weighvers' Seaport".
    1. Walking and cycling
      Walking and cycling
      Rochdale, Heywood, Middleton and Littleborough offer some of the most varied walking in the Greater Manchester area.
    2. What's on
      What's on
      There’s always something to do in the borough of Rochdale. From walking in the beautiful countryside to the Rochdale Feel Good Festival, there’s something for everyone.
    3. Exterior of Rochdale Town Hall
      Rochdale Town Hall
      Explore the newly restored town hall with lots to see and do, from tours to family fun events and activities.
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    4. Places to stay
      Places to stay
      Hotels, B&Bs, caravan and camping and self-catering options.
    5. Lake at Queens Park.
      Queen's Park, Green Flag Award
      With tranquil gardens and a picturesque lake for visitors to enjoy, Queen’s Park is not only a Green Flag Park, it's also a great day out for all the family.
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    6. Parks and countryside
      Parks and countryside
      There are many ways to enjoy the diverse beauty of the landscape around Rochdale borough. One way is by relaxing in one of our Green Flag Award-winning parks.
    7. About the area
      About the area
      The borough of Rochdale is made up of 5 townships - Heywood, Middleton, Pennines (Firgrove, Littleborough, Milnrow, Newhey, Smallbridge and Wardle), Rochdale North, and Rochdale South.

    Welcome to the borough of Rochdale

    Highlights

    People Sitting On Green Grass Field
    Hopwood Clough

    Centred on Hopwood Hall College, Middleton Hopwood Nature Reserve near Middleton provides a…

    A steam train billowing smoke as it clears a tunnel.
    East Lancashire Railway Heywood Station

    A 12 mile heritage railway based in Bury, operating steam and diesel train rides through charming…

    Ellenroad Engine House
    Ellenroad Engine House

    Explore the industrial heritage of Greater Manchester at Ellenroad Engine House.

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    A crowd of people at an outdoor event.
    Rochdale Borough Council events

    Rochdale Borough Council runs a wide range of events throughout the year. These include community…

    Rochdale Town Hall.
    Rochdale Town Hall events

    Rochdale Town Hall provides a magical and historic backdrop for a range of events. From festivals…

    Jubilee Park.
    Jubilee Park, Green Flag Award

    A Green Flag Award, this lovely little park is located in the town’s conservation area, between the…

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