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  1. Hollingworth Lake Country Park and 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.
    1. 1 Jan 000131 Dec 9999
    2. 1 Oct 201931 Mar 2020
    3. 1 Apr 202030 Sep 2020
  2. 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 villages and picturesque scenery. The well-equipped stations boast cafés, pubs, gift shops and more.
  3. What's on
    What's on
    See what's on. Image: A skull to tail representation of the Diplodocus exhibit housed at the Natural History Museum, London.
  4. Exterior of the Rochdale Pioneers Museum.
    Rochdale Pioneers Museum
    The Rochdale Pioneers Museum is widely regarded as the home of the worldwide Co-operative movement.
    1. 1 Jun 201431 Dec 2014
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    7. 1 Jun 202031 Dec 2020
  5. Rochdale Town Hall tours
    Rochdale Town Hall is widely regarded as one of the finest Victorian town halls in Britain.
  6. 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.
    1. 1 Jan 200931 Dec 2009
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  7. Queen's 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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  8. 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.
    1. 1 Jan 000131 Dec 9999
    2. 1 Jan 000131 Dec 9999
  9. Touchstones Rochdale.
    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.
    1. 1 Jan 200831 Dec 2008
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Welcome to the borough of Rochdale

Highlights

South Pennines - Cycle and mountain bike routes
South Pennines - Cycle and mountain bike routes

Choose from a selection of cycle and mountain bike routes in the south Pennines.

Owd Betts
Owd Betts

Owd Betts is a traditional country pub that dates back to 1796.

Exterior of the Exchange Shopping Centre.
Shopping in Rochdale town centre

Rochdale town centre has a range of high street names as well as independent shops and cafes.

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Bowlee Community Park
Bowlee Community Park

Set within 40 hectares of land, Bowlee Community Park is a former RAF barrage balloon centre and is…

Springfield Park
Springfield Park

Between Rochdale and Heywood, Springfield Park is the borough's largest park with landscaped and…

Premier Travel Inn Manchester North (Middleton)
Comfort Inn Manchester North

The perfect hotel for both business and pleasure travellers.

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