Welcome to the borough of Rochdale

Inspiration

Hollingworth Lake & Visitor Centre

In Victorian times Hollingworth Lake was known as the "The Weighvers' Seaport".
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Walking and cycling

Rochdale, Heywood, Middleton and Littleborough offer some of the most varied walking in the Greater Manchester area.
What's on

See what's on.
Rochdale Town Hall tours

Rochdale Town Hall is widely regarded as one of the finest Victorian town halls in Britain.
Places to stay

Hotels, B&Bs, caravan and camping and self-catering options.
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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Parks and countryside

Relax in our extensive green spaces
About the area

The borough of Rochdale is made up of 4 townships areas - Rochdale, Middleton, Heywood and the Pennine villages.

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.

Highlights

Ellenroad Engine House

Built in 1892 on the banks of the River Beal, the Ellenroad cotton mill produced fine cotton yarn…

Heywood Civic Centre

Heywood Civic Centre is a multi-purpose entertainment and meeting venue.

Fernhill B&B

Refurbished and re-opened, Fernhill B&B offers luxury and tranquillity. We pride ourselves on…

More highlights

Hopwood Clough

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

Middleton Memorial Gardens

Middleton Memorial Gardens is a Grade 2 listed conservation area. Regular memorial events are held…

Marland Golf Club

Marland Golf Course situated within Springfield Park is an enjoyable yet challenging 18 hole course…

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