Rochdale

Properties and events in Rochdale

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Bamford Chapel and Norden URC.

Norden Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 5PQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

97 Long Street, Middleton, Greater Manchester, M24 6UN
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

St. Leonards Square, Middleton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M24 6DJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

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 Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3JT
In person
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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

Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1AZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

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, Old Fire Station, Maclure Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 1DN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Fireground museum of firefighting , with tours of the fire station building and former ballroom

Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad

Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad, Sparrow Hill, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1QT
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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

Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1AZ
In person
Pre-booking required

A group walk exploring the heritage of Rochdale's town centre through photography.

St Andrew's Church, Dearnley

St. Andrew's Church, Arm Road, Dearnley, Littleborough, Greater Manchester, OL15 8NJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

St John the Baptist Church, Dowling Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 1EX
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Discover St John the Baptist Church, which contains one of the largest pieces of artwork in the North West.

St Luke's Church Heywood

York Street, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 4NN
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 31 Toad Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 0NU
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.