Welcome to the borough of Rochdale

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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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Walking and cycling

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

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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.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In light of the current situation, many places may be delivering a reduced service or be closed. We advise you to contact the venue for the latest information.

Help reduce the spread of the coronavirus by following government guidance when leaving your home.

Get the latest updates on coronavirus (COVID-19) on the Rochdale Borough Council website

Highlights

Springfield Park

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

Fielden Farm

A traditional Pennine hill farm set in 36 acres below the dramatic rocky skyline of Blackstone Edge…

Hollingworth Lake Caravan Park

Located in a local beauty spot, overlooking an 120 acre lake and the Pennines.

More highlights

Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum

This museum celebrates the significant role the region has played in fire brigades and fire…

East Lancashire Railway Heywood Station

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

Rochdale Canal

First opened in 1804, the Rochdale Canal was the first trans-Pennine canal and one of the country's…

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