Welcome to the borough of Rochdale

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Peregrine falcon webcam in Rochdale town centre

Peregrine falcons have been nesting outside the clock tower at Rochdale Town Hall since 2008. You can watch a live webcam to see the birds' progress through the nesting period as they raise their young at the top of Rochdale's most historic building.
View falcons live at Rochdale Town Hall
Dippy on Tour

Visit the Dippy in Rochdale exhibitions between 10 February 2020 and 28 June 2020 and find out how life on planet Earth has changed since dinosaurs roamed the continents - and the challenges we face now.
Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre

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.
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East Lancashire Railway Heywood Station

A 12 mile heritage railway based in Bury, operating steam and diesel train rides through charming villages and picturesque scenery. The well-equipped stations boast cafés, pubs, gift shops and more.
What's on

See what's on. Image: A skull to tail representation of the Diplodocus exhibit housed at the Natural History Museum, London.
Rochdale Pioneers Museum

The Rochdale Pioneers Museum is widely regarded as the home of the worldwide Co-operative movement.
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Rochdale Town Hall tours

Rochdale Town Hall is widely regarded as one of the finest Victorian town halls in Britain.
Middleton Arena

At the heart of the arena is the 500 seat auditorium which provides a fully functioning theatre and music and conference centre with licensed bars and café.
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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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Healey Dell Nature Reserve & Tea Rooms

Healey Dell is a beauty spot and wildlife sanctuary rich in industrial archaeology, 2 miles from Rochdale town centre on the way to Whitworth and Bacup.
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Touchstones Rochdale museum, art gallery and cafe

Full of fun activities for the kids, fascinating facts for adults and, for the not so young, a chance to share some cherished memories. Come and discover Rochdale's past and, perhaps, help shape its future.
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Located in the North West, between Manchester and Leeds, explore Rochdale's award winning attractions, exciting festivals, stunning scenery, bustling towns and villages and 900 years of history. An intriguing destination all year round.

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