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.

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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.
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Prehistoric bog garden at Truffet Park

Step back in time with our prehistoric bog gardens.
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Prehistoric bog garden at Queen's Park

Step back in time with our prehistoric bog garden.
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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
Food and drink

There are lots of great places to eat and drink while you're in Rochdale, including award-winning restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars.
Walking and cycling

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

Highlights

Rochdale Memorial Gardens, Green Flag Award

The restored Rochdale Memorial Gardens provide a quality public green space in the heart of…

Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum

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

Truffet Park, Green Flag Award

Truffet Park is the local park for the people of Langley, which is located 1 mile north west of…

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10 of Rochdale borough's parks and green spaces have been given the prestigious Green Flag Award

Highlights