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Rochdale AFC Season Cards on sale now

Adult Season Cards start at £175, while junior supporters can watch all 23 home league games for just £25.
New for 2022/23 is the introduction of The 100 Club Hospitality Season Cards, and there has been a rebrand of the Country Season Cards to the Exiles Season Cards. The Dale Rewards Card will now be known as Your Card.

Date Published 12/05/2022

Three is the magic number as borough gets ready to have its say on 5 May

With just days to go until the local elections make sure you are ready to vote.
On Thursday 5 May residents go to the polls to have their say on who represents them on Rochdale...

Date Published 29/04/2022

Get fit for summer whilst raising money for local children's charities

If you’re looking for a way to get fit for the summer whilst raising money for local children’s charities, the legendary Over the Edge Charity Bike Ride is right up your street.

Date Published 27/04/2022

Earn while you learn: Thinking of an apprenticeship after school or college?

Rochdale Training Open Evening – Tuesday 26th April, 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Apprenticeship courses are a brilliant way to gain new practical and professional skills, on the job...

Date Published 20/04/2022

Free cyber security and health & safety event for employers

Rochdale Training is offering employers a unique opportunity to update their knowledge of both workplace Health & Safety legislation and Cyber Security with industry experts.

Date Published 20/04/2022

A cracking time at the Exchange Shopping Centre this Easter

Chocolate, lots of other yummy goodies and fun are just around the corner with plenty of Easter activities at the Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.

Date Published 08/04/2022

Artisan delicacies galore as Rochdale’s Artisan Market returns to town this weekend

The north west’s very best hand-crafted food products and unique treasures will be on offer this Saturday (9 April) as Rochdale’s Artisan Market returns to town.

Date Published 05/04/2022

Enjoy a cask ale this Easter as part of the Rochdale town centre Ale Trail

Ten venues, five days and over 100 ales and ciders can only mean one thing: the return of the great Rochd'ale' Easter Ale Trail!

Date Published 01/04/2022

'Access All Areas' open event at Hopwood

Exciting things are happening at Hopwood Hall College and University Centre – and now you can see for yourself at its upcoming ‘Access All Areas’ Open Event.

Date Published 28/03/2022

Edstone Grange: Heywood’s newest homes being snapped up

If you’re going to be in the market for a new home this Autumn, consider reserving a plot on the prestigious new Edstone Grange development in Heywood.

Date Published 15/03/2022

Say yes to the dress at Rochdale Wedding Show

Couples planning to tie the knot in the near future should head to Rochdale Wedding Show this spring when the event returns on Sunday 10 April.

Date Published 10/03/2022

Rochdale’s Artisan Market is back in town

Spring is well and truly on the way as Rochdale’s celebrated Artisan Market makes a return for 2022.

Date Published 05/03/2022

Retrain or upskill with Rochdale Training

Rochdale Training is reaching out to new and old learners across Rochdale and Greater Manchester to understand what skills and training support they can offer you in 2022.

Date Published 02/03/2022

Exclusive deals and loyalty schemes for Rochdale town centre shoppers

Exclusive deals and loyalty schemes are on hand for Rochdale town centre shoppers, with the multi-award-winning app LoyalFree.

Date Published 17/02/2022

Apprenticeships Open Evening

Hopwood Hall College is showcasing the exciting world of apprenticeships during an upcoming event on Thursday 10 February.

Date Published 03/02/2022

Looking for a new venture in 2022? Join the fabulous Heywood Market

Heywood Market is somewhat of a hidden gem, despite being in a prominent place in town. Those in the know already take advantage of everything being under one roof, meaning no...

Date Published 01/02/2022

Rochdale Training's new Talent Academy will help you ‘learn today for a better tomorrow’

On offer to residents who are currently unemployed and aged 16 to 25, Rochdale Talent Academy is a brand-new programme available at Rochdale Training.

Date Published 26/01/2022

Earn while you learn: Thinking of an apprenticeship after school or college?

Rochdale Training Open Evening – Tuesday 8 February, 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Apprenticeships give you the chance to get out into the real world and get started on your chosen career....

Date Published 25/01/2022

FREE health and social care training with Rochdale Training

Rochdale Training has secured a training budget to support health and social care employers to train the workforce, with no costs to the employer. The fund is available for those...

Date Published 12/01/2022

New year new you in 2022

Now is the time when many of you, with the greatest of intentions, start thinking about that new exercise regimen and / or starting THAT DIET!
But for the thousands of you...

Date Published 05/01/2022

Vegan market returns for bigger and better festive edition

Rochdale’s first-ever fully-vegan market in the hot summer was a resounding success – and the organisers are back with an even bigger and better.

Date Published 12/12/2021

Santa’s elves celebrate Christmas by giving you the chance to win an iPad

Twelve of the North Pole’s most important elves are celebrating Christmas in Rochdale with a fantastic new competition.

Date Published 09/12/2021

Reduced ticket prices on offer for Dale's FA Cup game this Sunday

Rochdale will take on Plymouth Argyle in the second round of the Emirates FA Cup at 12.15pm on Sunday 5 December.
To recognise the contribution of fans, the club has...

Date Published 30/11/2021

Rochdale’s Christmas lights switch on – everything you need to know

The countdown to Christmas begins in Rochdale on Saturday (20 November) with the Christmas lights switch-on at Rochdale Riverside and special magical family entertainment spread...

Date Published 14/11/2021

Return of the Rochd'ale' Co'hop'erative Ale Trail

Ten venues, five days and over 100 ales and ciders can only mean one thing: the Rochd’ale’ Co’hop’erative Ale Trail is returning this month!

Date Published 14/11/2021

See the Earth in Rochdale

Only astronauts can really know the indescribable feeling of being able to see the Earth in its entirety, but Rochdale residents and visitors are about to get something...

Date Published 11/11/2021

Experience the magic of the FA Cup

Rochdale will play Notts County in the first round of the Emirates FA Cup on Sunday 7 November 2021 at the Crown Oil Arena, 3pm kick off.
Magic man Dan Rhodes will be...

Date Published 31/10/2021

Get into teaching with Rochdale Training

If you have industry experience and want to help others… Rochdale Training is looking for new apprenticeship tutors.
Rochdale Training provides outstanding apprenticeships and...

Date Published 27/10/2021

Achieve your dream goal weight with Slimming World

Joanne Helliwell joined Slimming World to support her husband, Wayne, who lost an incredible 4.5 stone thanks to the magic of Food Optimising. Inspired, Joanne has now launched...

Date Published 19/10/2021

Be spellbound by UK’s top magician, Rochdale’s very own Dan Rhodes

Local residents have the exclusive opportunity to meet the UK’s top magician – and homegrown star – Dan Rhodes right here in Rochdale with a special meet and greet event this...

Date Published 16/10/2021

Rochdale Training's new Talent Academy will help you ‘learn today for a better tomorrow’

On offer to residents who are currently unemployed and aged 16 to 25, Rochdale Talent Academy is a brand-new programme available at Rochdale Training.

Date Published 20/10/2021

Edgar Wood Academy: inspiring excellence in the next generation

Next years’ students at Edgar Wood Academy will be the first to experience the new state-of-the-art school building at Bowlee, with facilities designed to allow every student to...

Date Published 05/10/2021

Exciting job opportunities on offer at town centre recruitment day

Whether you’re looking to progress in your profession, fancy a change or are in between jobs, a new career awaits you as a wide range of exciting jobs are on offer in Rochdale...

Date Published 29/09/2021

Welcome to Newhouse Academy - Year 6 open evening

I am very honoured to be the Headteacher of Newhouse Academy and it is a privilege to serve our students and our community. We are entering a new and exciting time for Newhouse...

Date Published 28/09/2021

Let Browns take the worry out of Christmas with interest-free credit

Whilst Christmas may seem some time away yet, it will be here before we know it – we’re all familiar with the last-minute shoppers and the packed shops on Christmas Eve.

Date Published 11/09/2021

Can you make a difference in the care sector?

Rochdale Training currently has several apprenticeship roles across Rochdale with local employers in the care sector.
We are looking for energetic and outgoing individuals who...

Date Published 15/09/2021

Thousands of food-lovers flock to Rochdale's Food and Drink Festival

Thousands of people enjoyed Rochdale town centre’s culinary delights during the inaugural Food and Drink Festival.

Date Published 09/09/2021

This 5* company is transforming homes across Rochdale: here’s what their customers have to say

Let’s be real: we’ve all got that one part of our home which we would love to change, but haven’t quite got to it yet for whatever reason: it’s new, but the colour isn’t quite...

Date Published 07/09/2021

The tastiest deals from the Rochdale Food and Drink Festival

The Rochdale Food and Drink Festival is well underway celebrating local food and drink venues with sensational offers, events and limited-time menus.

Date Published 27/08/2021

Find inspiration at Rochdale Wedding Show

Rochdale Wedding Show will soon be staged at the four star Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa, and final preparations are well under way, with brides and grooms from across the...

Date Published 26/08/2021

Rochdale AFC celebrate league membership milestone with Friday night football under the lights

Rochdale's fixture against Colchester United on Friday evening (7.45pm kick off) marks the club’s 100th anniversary as a member of the Football League.

Date Published 25/08/2021

Discover another reason to love Rochdale town centre with the Rochdale Food and Drink Festival

Rochdale’s first-ever exciting food and drink festival is heading to the town centre later this month, celebrating local food and drink venues with sensational offers, events and...

Date Published 13/08/2021

Rochdale Training's new Talent Academy will help you ‘learn today for a better tomorrow’

On offer to residents who are currently unemployed and aged 16 to 25, Rochdale Talent Academy is a brand-new programme available at Rochdale Training.

Date Published 11/08/2021

Panthera looking for local volunteers to take part in clinical studies

Panthera BioPartners, an experienced clinical research company which recruits patients for and runs clinical trials, is currently looking for volunteers to take part in clinical...

Date Published 13/07/2021

Ten traineeships up for grabs at Rochdale AFC Community Trust for youngsters aged 16-24

Ten traineeships are up for grabs for optimistic young people with Rochdale Training.
Preparing youngsters for future careers, this pre-employment course is a flexible education...

Date Published 30/06/2021

Shed your lockdown weight gain and improve healthy habits for life with Slimming World

Whilst all of us have found lockdown hard when it comes to maintaining healthy habits – and likely put on more than a few pounds – it’s natural to want to lose weight fast – but...

Date Published 21/06/2021

Maggie J's Baby Store - created by a mum for mums - has everything a new baby needs

If you’re expecting a new baby and are feeling less than prepared, look no further than Maggie J’s Baby Store in Milnrow for all of your newborn’s essentials.

Date Published 16/06/2021

Rochdale town centre - proposed Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) 2021

Rochdale Borough Council is looking to vary and extend the duration of the current PSPO in Rochdale town centre and wants your views.

Date Published 09/06/2021

Manchester International Festival returns this summer across the city and online from 1-18 July

From a giant sculpture of Big Ben in Piccadilly Gardens made from 20,000 books to an exhibition in the sky, much of this year’s Festival is free to attend, with more work than...

Date Published 07/06/2021

Rochdale Training's new Talent Academy will help you ‘learn today for a better tomorrow’

On offer to residents who are currently unemployed and aged 16 to 25, Rochdale Talent Academy is a brand-new programme available at Rochdale Training.

Date Published 09/06/2021

Busting the top 10 myths about becoming a foster carer in Rochdale

There are plenty of misconceptions about fostering and what it takes to become that special person that can change the lives of children and young people.
There is no experience...

Date Published 27/05/2021

Ten traineeships up for grabs at Rochdale AFC Community Trust for youngsters aged 16-24

Preparing youngsters for future careers, this pre-employment course is a flexible education and training programme run by Rochdale AFC Community Trust, aimed at young people aged...

Date Published 14/05/2021

First Food and Artisan Fayre is cracking success

After months of lockdown, the first Food and Artisan Fayre of the year proved to be a resounding success for all on Saturday (1 May).
Droves of excited shoppers visited Rochdale...

Date Published 06/05/2021

Covid Smart moves to larger testing centre

Covid Smart Private Covid Testing Provider has moved to a larger testing centre on the car park of the All-in-One garden centre in Middleton.

Date Published 02/05/2021

Your borough, your vote – on Thursday 6 May

With the local elections and Greater Manchester Mayor elections on 6 May, Rochdale Borough Council is urging everyone to make sure they’re ready to vote. Here’s what you need to...

Date Published 28/04/2021

Popular Food and Artisan Fayre returns this weekend at Rochdale Riverside

Artisan delicacies and independent arts and crafts are on offer this Saturday (1 May) with the long-awaited return of The Food and Artisan Fayre.
Found throughout Riverside Walk,...

Date Published 26/04/2021

OnePT blog - Stan the man

This blog by OnePT - personal training and gym in Rochdale - focusses on the achievements of member Stan Weekes, who joined the gym in 2019 with a goal of losing 50kg.
If the...

Date Published 20/04/2021

Time to fill in your census

Households across the borough are being asked to take part in the census - the nationwide survey of housing and the population. Here’s what you need to know…
You should have...

Date Published 15/03/2021

Score! Play football whilst earning a BTEC level 3 sports diploma with guaranteed future pathways

If you’re finishing school this summer, and want to play football full time whilst earning a BTEC level 3 diploma in sport look no further than Rochdale AFC Sports College.

Date Published 15/03/2021

New online cash and carry launches – and you can save a sweet 10% in the first 7 days

With the launch of Rochdale’s very first online cash and carry on 17 March, shoppers can save 10% on all purchases in the first seven days.

Date Published 12/03/2021

Take your windows from bleak to chic with Refresh A Frame

If your windows are looking more bleak than chic, give your outdated frames a makeover with a new colour – without replacing them.

Date Published 04/03/2021

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