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Skills Bootcamps – New Year New You?

Skills Bootcamps have helped thousands of people to progress in their careers and support the future of Greater Manchester’s growing workforce.
They have been designed to support people living or working in Greater Manchester to upskill and progress their careers.

Date Published 18/12/2024

Severely dyslexic Rochdale author overcomes major challenges to publish his first novel

A 74-year-old writer has achieved a lifelong dream by publishing his first book, despite struggling with severe dyslexia since childhood.

Date Published 01/12/2024

Riverside brings Christmas magic with markets, Santa’s Grotto and more

Rochdale town centre is preparing to welcome the festive season with a range of Christmas attractions, including the return of its beloved Christmas Markets, Santa’s Post Box, and...

Date Published 28/11/2024

Help shape the future of creative workspace in Rochdale

Rochdale Development Agency and Rochdale Creates have launched a new creative workspace survey to inform future phases of creative workspace in Rochdale Borough, and support the...

Date Published 23/11/2024

Enjoy a flamin’ good time at Ignite Fire Festival

The countdown to Christmas begins in Rochdale soon with the return of the Ignite Fire Festival, packed with free magical family entertainment. Ignite will transform the gardens...

Date Published 17/11/2024

Winter Ale Trail returns to Rochdale with CAMRA’s finest brews

The 2024 Winter Ale Trail is set to launch later this month, promising locals and visitors a showcase of some of Rochdale’s best pubs and bars. Organised by the Rochdale Business...

Date Published 14/11/2024

WorldSkills UK is coming to Rochdale Training in November

Rochdale Training is hosting this year's WorldSkills UK National Final Competition in Welding. The UK’s top students and Apprentices will be going for gold in Greater Manchester...

Date Published 23/10/2024

Farrowdale House: A small school gem with big results

Just across the Rochdale border in Shaw, there’s a little-known treasure that happens to be one of the region’s most affordable private schools.

Date Published 05/11/2024

October open events at Oldham Sixth Form College

Oldham Sixth Form College (OSFC) is a highly successful, nationally recognised sixth form college which offers a wide range of courses, experiences and opportunities.

Date Published 05/10/2024

Hopwood Hall's first open events of the year promise to inspire school leavers

Hopwood Hall College and University Centre is holding its first open events of the year – and there’s plenty in store. The college, which has campuses in Middleton and Rochdale,...

Date Published 28/09/2024

Free event on AI and digitalisation for business leaders at Hopwood Hall College

Business leaders from across the borough are invited to Power Up For The Future during an action-packed event taking place at Hopwood Hall College and University Centre....

Date Published 23/09/2024

Newhouse Academy welcomes families to its open evening

Newhouse Academy in Heywood is offering the families of prospective students an opportunity to come and see the school with an open evening event, being held on Thursday...

Date Published 19/09/2024

St Cuthbert’s R.C. High School gears up for inspiring open evening this month

Parents and prospective students are invited to experience all that St Cuthbert’s R.C. High School has to offer at its upcoming open evening, set to take place later this...

Date Published 13/09/2024

Get fit to retire with onePT

As of 2024, the average life expectancy in the UK is approximately 81 years, with women living around 83 years and men about 79 years.
Engaging in regular, structured exercise,...

Date Published 10/09/2024

New private clinic aims to ease NHS pressure with expert care

A brand-new private health clinic has opened its doors, offering a range of top-tier healthcare services that promise to alleviate the burden on the NHS.

Date Published 03/09/2024

Students invited to Star Academy open evening

Oulder Hill Leadership Academy (OHLA) is inviting Year 6 pupils and their families to its open evening on Wednesday 18 September 2024.

Date Published 02/09/2024

Enrolment begins at Hopwood Hall College – and it's a great opportunity for people of all ages

Hopwood Hall College and University Centre has officially begun enrolling for the new academic year – and people of all ages are invited to come along.
The college – which has...

Date Published 25/08/2024

Unveiling Rochdale’s hidden heritage with pub trail

As autumn breezes through Rochdale, the town is set to come alive with the lively spirit of history and culture.

Date Published 24/08/2024

Art Battle Manchester ventures to Rochdale: A celebration of creativity in historic Champness Hall

Electrifying live painting competition Art Battle Manchester is expanding its reach by bringing its vibrant event to Rochdale for the first time.
The historic Champness Hall will...

Date Published 16/08/2024

Back the future by investing in a local apprentice with Rochdale Training, the home of apprenticeships

Rochdale Training is appealing to local employers to join its Apprentice Pledge campaign and recruit an apprentice in 2024. We have fantastic candidates who are keen to meet...

Date Published 08/08/2024

The FestiDale 2024 is coming. Here’s the full scoop on what’s in store

The FestiDale 2024 is coming to Rochdale in just a few weeks. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming event programme...

Date Published 01/08/2024

Congratulations to the 2024 Rochdale Children’s University graduates

On Thursday 4 July, Altus Education Partnership was proud to host its first Rochdale Children’s University graduation. Along with parents, carers, school staff and guests, 250...

Date Published 26/07/2024

Great free days out at Feel Good Family Picnic

If you’ve got children to entertain during the summer holidays, help has arrived, with the return of the Feel Good Family Picnics being held in Rochdale, Middleton, Littleborough...

Date Published 24/07/2024

40 Apprenticeships available with Rochdale Training

Rochdale Training currently has over 40 apprenticeship vacancies in various industries including engineering, business administration, customer service, childcare, and health

Date Published 24/07/2024

Rochdale-based charity, Your Trust, seeks feedback on local cultural and community venues

Your Trust, a charity organisation that runs and operates culture and leisure venues throughout the borough, is asking the public for feedback on two of its key cultural and...

Date Published 18/07/2024

The next train from platform 3 is for... London. A train company wants to run six services a day from Rochdale to London

The last time a direct train left Rochdale for London, Billie Piper was at number one with Day and Night, Big Break was prime time BBC1 entertainment and Chelsea had just won the...

Date Published 18/07/2024

Historic Cemetery Hotel debuts permanent kitchen - with special offers

One of Rochdale’s most-loved traditional pubs has unveiled a brand-new kitchen, promising top-notch pub grub that’s already turning heads.
The Cemetery Hotel on Bury Road has...

Date Published 17/07/2024

A vote for 'Mr Rochdale' Paul Ellison is the best outcome for Rochdale in the general election - here's why:

With over 30 years volunteering and serving people across the whole of Rochdale, Paul Ellison is, once again, promising to continue that work as a champion for his hometown as he...

Date Published 20/06/2024

Rochdale AFC’s 24/25 season cards now on general sale

Following a renewal period for existing holders, all Rochdale AFC supporters now have the chance to purchase a season card and join the New Era.

Date Published 10/06/2024

Don’t miss: Street Eat food and drink festival

Street Eat, the popular food and drink festival returns to Rochdale Town Hall Square this month - Saturday 15 June is the date for your calendars.

Date Published 03/06/2024

Hopwood Hall College's Community Fun Day - a free event for the whole family

Hopwood Hall College and University Centre is once again holding its free Community Fun Day – and you’re invited!
The much-anticipated annual event will take place at the...

Date Published 31/05/2024

Award-winning hypnotherapist can help you find a way to get your life back on track

Whatever condition or problem you might be struggling with, award-winning hypnotherapist Cathy Cartwright at Fresh Thinking Hypnotherapy can help you find a way to get your life...

Date Published 29/04/2024

‘Transport for Sick Children’s drivers have been a lifesaver for us’

How your selfless actions could help to remove stressful barriers faced by local families and make a big difference to their lives.
Having a sick child is already a stressful...

Date Published 22/04/2024

Local outfit CPS Mobility Scooters offers outstanding service and performance

A long-established mobility scooter business serving the Rochdale, Oldham and Shaw areas continues to pride itself on offering the best service and advice, just when people might...

Date Published 15/04/2024

'Access All Areas' open event at Hopwood Hall College and University Centre

Hopwood Hall College and University Centre is holding its first ‘Access All Areas’ Open Event since being awarded the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize.
Hot on the heels of...

Date Published 10/04/2024

Baillie Street Quarter - further improvements

The latest stage of improvement to Rochdale town centre's new Baillie Street Quarter identity has seen special panels installed to mark 21 ‘Hidden Heritage Stories’.

Date Published 29/03/2024

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

Nine venues, five days and over 100 ales and ciders can only mean one thing: the return of the great Rochd'ale' Easter Ale Trail!
Rochdale town centre certainly knows a thing or...

Date Published 18/03/2024

Littleborough families set to have an egg-cellent time at Stubley Meadows

Families in Littleborough are being invited to hop over to Russell Homes’ new Stubley Meadows development for an Easter egg hunt in aid of charity.
The free Easter egg hunt is...

Date Published 15/03/2024

Imagine, create, discover: Your guide to Rochdale Borough Festival of Ideas

Rochdale Borough Festival of Ideas is staged from Monday 4 to Saturday 9 March to accompany the official re-opening of Rochdale Town Hall. Around the themes of imagine, create...

Date Published 01/03/2024

Dale-Con returns in March

Rochdale Comic-Con returns to the Crown Oil Arena in March and organisers are pulling out all the stops this year to bring geek back to the Dale.
Optimus Prime and BumbleBee -...

Date Published 29/02/2024

HYROX: the fitness sport phenomenon taking the world by storm, thanks to its accessible format

Age is no barrier to exercise – as these four ladies from onePT have proven, after winning third place in their very first HYROX event, the accessible fitness sport phenomenon...

Date Published 22/02/2024

A vote for 'Mr Rochdale' Paul Ellison is the best outcome for Rochdale in this month’s by-election - here's why:

With a proven track record of results dating back over 30 years, Paul Ellison’s community efforts in his hometown and borough speak for themselves, highlighting exactly why he is...

Date Published 22/02/2024

Spread the love this Valentine’s Day with local gifts from the Valentine’s market at Rochdale Riverside

The monthly market is a regular highlight of Rochdale’s event calendar, with the next falling on 10 February - just in time for the most romantic day of the year.

Date Published 03/02/2024

Back the future by investing in a local apprentice

Rochdale Training is appealing to local employers to join its apprentice pledge 2024 campaign and recruit an apprentice in 2024.
Invest in the future of your business by hiring...

Date Published 07/02/2024

Explore the exciting world of apprenticeships at upcoming special event held by Hopwood Hall College

You can explore the exciting world of apprenticeships during a special event being held by Hopwood Hall College and University Centre.
As part of its celebrations for National...

Date Published 31/01/2024

Free training for your workforce - up to £20,000 per business

Rochdale Training has secured funding from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to support local employers to train their workforce.

Date Published 31/01/2024

Steven Downham-Clarke joins Elaine Bain Family Trust

Steven Downham-Clarke will be joining the Elaine Bain Family Trust (EBFT) team on a full-time basis from January 2024.

Date Published 24/01/2024

Not all superheroes wear capes: be a local hero and volunteer to help others

If one of your New Year’s Resolutions this year is to help other people, consider becoming a volunteer driver with HMR Circle, the award-winning local social enterprise which...

Date Published 10/01/2024

Future Apprenticeship Foundation Success for Harvey

Harvey Walsh started with Rochdale Training on the Future Apprenticeship Foundation in February 2023.

Date Published 03/01/2024

Rochdale Football Club is selling tickets for their Boxing Day fixture for just £1

Dale host AFC Fylde at the Crown Oil Arena on Boxing Day at 3pm and are holding A Festive Cracker!
All tickets are priced at £1 and are on sale now. They can be purchased online...

Date Published 25/11/2023

Christmas Artisan Market will turn Rochdale town centre into festive winter wonderland for all the family

Rochdale town centre is set to become a festive winter wonderland for the Christmas edition of the Riverside Artisan Market on 30 November.

Date Published 23/11/2023

Give a personalised gift this Christmas from Sassy Cub

Give the perfect present this Christmas, with fun personalised clothing and gifts from family-run online retailer, Sassy Cub.

Date Published 18/11/2023

Rochdale fired up for exciting new festival

The hot news around Rochdale this week is about a spectacular new two-day fire festival about to be staged leading up to the Christmas lights switch-on at the town hall.

Date Published 18/11/2023

Winter Ale trail promises to be ‘best ever’ with more venues than ever before

The 2023 Winter Ale Trail is set to be even bigger and better than ever before, with a record 12 bars and pubs participating in the ever-popular event this year.

Date Published 10/11/2023

Earn while you learn: Thinking of an apprenticeship? Meet the experts

Rochdale Training Open Evening – Thursday 9 November, 3.30pm – 6.30pm
Apprenticeships give you the chance to get out into the real world and get started on your chosen career.

Date Published 08/11/2023

Get into teaching and retrain with Rochdale Training

Due to continued growth, Rochdale Training is recruiting tutors with sector skills knowledge and/or several years of hands-on experience who are keen to train young adults and...

Date Published 01/11/2023

Terrifyingly good Halloween events in Rochdale town centre

This Halloween, Rochdale Town Centre will be taken over by an assortment of ghoulish celebrations – offering the perfect chance for little and big kids everywhere to get in on the...

Date Published 18/10/2023

Enjoy Rochdale's finest this October with the Autumn Food & Drink Fest

Put down your pumpkin spice latte, dust off your winter boots and head into Rochdale this October for the town centre's seasonal Autumn Food & Drink Fest - a two-week extravaganza...

Date Published 12/10/2023

World Skills UK is coming to Rochdale Training this November

Rochdale Training is hosting this year's World Skills UK competition for the category of welding.
The UK’s top students and apprentices will be going for gold in Greater...

Date Published 11/10/2023

Rochdale Training accredited to the Matrix Standard

Rochdale Training, the home of apprenticeships and training for Greater Manchester, has been re-accredited to the Matrix Standard, demonstrating the high-quality information...

Date Published 04/10/2023

Earn while you learn: Thinking of an apprenticeship? Meet the experts

Rochdale Training Open Evening – Thursday 28 September, 3.30pm – 6.30pm
Apprenticeships give you the chance to get out into the real world and get started on your chosen career.

Date Published 20/09/2023

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