Rochdale
Properties and events in Rochdale
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Bamford Chapel and Norden URC.
We're 225 years old this year! Bamford Chapel has been at the heart of the community since 1801. Come take a look around this historic building and find out more about its fascinating history. Take a look around and listen to an illustrated talk.
Long Street Methodist Church and School
One of Middleton's 'Golden Cluster' of historic buildings. This Arts and Crafts inspired church and former schoolrooms is a masterpiece designed by Edgar Wood (1860-1935).
Middleton Parish Church
Explore the Grade I listed church of St Leonard dates from 1100 and was rebuilt 1412 incorporating Norman arches and enlarged 1524.
Milnrow Parish Church (St James the Apostle)
St James The Apostle, Milnrow Visit this Grade II listed Church which has been on its present site for over 157 years.
Objects and Their Stories
A children's poetry exhibition uncovering and imagining historical stories through the perspective of objects. As part of the theme ‘everyday histories’, this exhibition invites the audience to imagine the lives of people throughout history.
Rochdale Old Fire Station
Fireground museum of firefighting , with tours of the fire station building and former ballroom
Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad
The Parish Church has stood on the hill overlooking the town for well over 1000 years. Records of vicars go back 830 years. An illustrated booklet is available to purchase.
Rochdale Town Centre: A Heritage Photo walk, with Ellie Waters
A group walk exploring the heritage of Rochdale's town centre through photography.
St Andrew's Church, Dearnley
The church and parts of the graveyard will be open for exploration. Historical details about the church and it's surroundings will be available and how it developed from it's beginnings.
St John the Baptist Church
Discover St John the Baptist Church, which contains one of the largest pieces of artwork in the North West.
St Luke's Church Heywood
Explore the many beautiful Stained Glass Windows at St Luke's Church Heywood. The Archives, which are not usually on show, will also be available to view
The Story of a Shopping Revolution - Changing Daily Lives Throughout the World
Enjoy free entry to Rochdale Pioneers Museum (cost for adults normally £7) and a chance to handle and explore some of our collections relating to daily life through the last 200 years.