Things to do

Whether you’re a history fan, a walker or cyclist, a shopaholic or lover of drama you’ll find plenty of things to do in and around the borough of Rochdale.

The modern Co-op movement started here and you can visit the original Co-op shop at the Pioneers’ Museum in Rochdale town centre.

Littleborough and its Pennine hills are ideal for all types of countryside and outdoor pursuits. Middleton has heritage galore, and Heywood is the starting point for the East Lancashire Steam Railway – great for family fun.

Inspiration

The Dippy Experience

Visitors to Rochdale, Dippy's only North West stop, can enjoy 2 dinosaur adventures as part of their visit and they're both free. Image: the Diplodocus exhibit with children at the Natural History Museum, London.
1. 10 Feb 202028 Jun 2020
2. 10 Feb 202028 Jun 2020
It's FREE entry to see Dippy, the Natural History Museum's iconic dinosaur
Prehistoric garden

To celebrate Dippy’s visit to Rochdale in 2020, we’ve created a garden that showcases some of the plants that were around when dinosaurs roamed the earth.
1. 25 Sep 201928 Jun 2020
Prehistoric bog garden at Truffet Park

Step back in time with our prehistoric bog gardens.
1. 25 Sep 201928 Jun 2020
Prehistoric bog garden at Queen's Park

Step back in time with our prehistoric bog garden.
1. 25 Sep 201928 Jun 2020
Arts and culture
Attractions

The perfect day out
History and heritage

Dive into the borough's rich heritage
Parks, gardens and countryside

Relax in our extensive green spaces
10 of Rochdale borough's parks and green spaces have been given the prestigious Green Flag Award
Shopping
Sports and leisure
Walking and cycling

Highlights