Things to do in Rochdale in February

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Overview

February is a good time to visit Rochdale. The weather is usually cold and slightly windy, with temperatures ranging from 33—43°F (1—6°C).

Rochdale has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your February trip to Rochdale. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to February. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Rochdale in February. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout February, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Rochdale in February

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Holidays in Rochdale in February
February
  • Valentine's Day (February 14)
  • Carnival / Shrove Tuesday / Pancake Day (February 17)
Other notable holidays
  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Twelfth Night (January 5)
  • Mother's Day (March 15)
  • Good Friday (April 3)
  • Easter Sunday (April 5)
  • Early May Bank Holiday (May 4)
  • Spring Bank Holiday (May 25)
  • King's Birthday (June 20)
  • Father's Day (June 21)
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Weather in Rochdale in February

Temperatures on an average day in Rochdale in February

The average temperature in Rochdale in February for a typical day ranges from a high of 43°F (6°C) to a low of 33°F (1°C). Some would describe the temperature to be cold. The general area may also feel slightly windy.

For comparison, the hottest month in Rochdale, July, has days with highs of 67°F (19°C) and lows of 51°F (11°C). The coldest month, February has days with highs of 43°F (6°C) and lows of 33°F (1°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Rochdale in February based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in February
43°F
highs
33°F
lows

General weather summary

Cold, slightly windy
Feels like
39%
Chance of rain
0.121 in
Amount
19.6 mph
Wind speed
95%
Humidity
9.7 hrs
Daylight length
7:30 AM
Sunrise
5:14 PM
Sunset
29%
Cloud cover
Jacket
What to wear
What to wear in February
With an average high of 43°F (6°C) and a low of 33°F (1°C), it generally feels cold and slightly windy. There might also be a small chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something warm like a jacket
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Best attractions for Rochdale in February

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Rochdale has to offer for travelers in February, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Rochdale that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Rochdale for February.
Hollingworth Lake
1. Hollingworth Lake
4.6
(1263)
Lake
Nature & Parks
130-acre recreational lake for swimming, boating & fishing, with an educational visitor center.
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Hollingworth Lake, located near Littleborough in Greater Manchester, is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and family-friendly activities. Originally built as a reservoir in the 19th century, it has transformed into a vibrant country park that attracts walkers, nature lovers, and day-trippers alike. For the adventurous, you can enjoy sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and rowing, with equipment hire and lessons available. Ideal For: • Families • Couples looking for a romantic walk • Solo nature walks • Dog walkers • Casual cyclists • Water sports enthusiasts
A nice little lake for an outing. It’s nice for a couple of hours and there are cafes and ice cream places around. There are also quite a few paid car parks available.
The lake was so picturesque sat watching the water sports while eating a massive Cod from the takeaway across the road, Parking was ok but the parking attendants were out in force issuing tickets for people failing to get back to their vehicles in time so be aware. The pubs are nice with great food but can be very busy, Its a great walk around the lake with of Ducks Geese and seagulls in abundance. Lovely day out.
First of all, Don't get stung if you can by parking in the pubs car park, there's one just after it which is half the price but normally pretty full so try to get there early to secure a cheaper spot!! Hollingworth lake is a great little spot with plenty of activities from Boat rides, Fishing playgrounds for kids and even hides for bird watching or photography. It took me about 2 hours to walk around completely at a slowish pace talking photos as I went even bumping into a fellow photographer for a chat. About half way round there's a little cafe with a seating area which is perfect if you take children with you to give them a break.
We enjoyed a brisk walk around Hollingworth lake earlier this afternoon, luckily the weather was quite kind with no rain and quite a bit of sun 🌞. Although in certain areas the paths had some quite large puddles from previous downpours and certain area's were covered in leafs so be careful under foot at this time of the year.
The Best Way To Have A Top Day Iut Enjoying The British Summer Out For Free! In This Countrysidish Quiet Little Place. FANTASTIC Day.
Brilliant place, great for walks and its like being at the Seaside would defo recommend it, excellent place
Beautiful lake for the walk cycling and rowing. Food and ice-cream shop is there in the carpark.
Healey Dell Heritage Centre & Tea Rooms
2. Healey Dell Heritage Centre & Tea Rooms
4.5
(446)
Restaurant
Museums
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This place is cool! My wife and I had an afternoon tea here on Valentine's Day (this was in-part thanks to Wowcher, for the record). One minute, you are driving through the hustle and bustle of Rochdale; and the next you're suddenly going down a country road into the middle of nowhere and you find yourself here. As the name of the place suggests, it is steeped in history. It's not far away from an old railway viaduct as well as an old air raid shelter. So, on first impressions, the immediate area doesn't look that special, but it's absolutely worth your time to have a wander. We dined in the downstairs tea room. There is more room upstairs. The room had a lovely decor surrounded by antique plates and with large chandeliers. Great music from the 40s and 50s played in the background which I especially enjoyed. It just made for a really lovely atmosphere. Also, dogs are welcome! The staff were really nice and attentive which always goes a long way. They were very friendly and polite. And also, crucially, the food was lovely. We ate every bite of our afternoon tea and the lovely fruit laden scones were especially nice. Also, because it was Valentine's Day, the food had even been themed with heart designs on some of the items. A nice little touch that they didn't have to do. There is also an outdoors eating area which I imagine is especially nice on a warmer day and looks like it comes with patio heaters. I think it is from the back of here that you can access the nature trail. It contains a waterfall and the full walk lasts about an hour. We didn't do this ourselves, but I would love to revisit with the dog.
Visited 03/05/2025, and seated in the attached outdoor covered seating area to the tea rooms not pre booked but luckily tables available when we arrived. Very helpful and courteous welcoming staff who even gave granddaughter a small chocolate egg and including the manager who made granddaughter feel very welcome and because ate all her dinner gave a sweet treat for after, fantastic service. I wasn’t able to take advantage of the afternoon tea they do as have to order 24hrs before, would highly recommend you do this as part of your visit to the Healey Dell area. The food came quickly and as you can tell from the pics posted were well presented, plentiful, tasty and great value, with the warm weather on the day the drinks that came with ice were lovely as was the hot drinks ordered too. Lovely atmosphere with everyone enjoying the food and service as well as location, highly accessible outdoor eating location and we saw a couple with an assistance dog with a water bowl whilst there which is great to see. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I've been coming here for years. It is a magical place. As you step through the doors, you are whisked back in time and served beautiful teas and well cooked snacks. The ambience is something else, it has such a comforting aura about the place. Staff are lovely and the place is dog friendly. Earl grey is really good from here as is the doorstop cheese on toast.
Rare to get good hot chocolate but it was great here. Quaint little tea room, not exactly to my taste in decor but the staff were accommodating and friendly. Local walks are fantastic too.
This is a quaint little place to come and have an afternoon tea, or a bite to eat after you have been for a stroll along the trails. I had the traditional afternoon tea and, whilst I think the food was good, I don't think it was necessarily good value for money. For one, there should be more sandwiches offered, especially if you are having it for two people. The service was very good, however, with staff being very attentive, friendly, and welcoming. That being said, there was an overwhelming scent of burnt fat pervading the air, which did not help one's olfactories, along with a rather dubious soundtrack of various jazz tunes, and other miscellany of music, being pumped into the air, which was an assault on the ears. The place has a lot going for it and I would go again, perhaps only to see what else is on the menu, but not for another afternoon tea.
My boyfriend and I decided to explore Healey Dell Nature Reserve for the first time – such a lovely spot! The tracks were clean and wide, and we came across some cute benches along the way to sit and take it all in. At one point, we found a flat open area with a few benches where a family was having a picnic and kids were playing with dogs – it was a really sweet scene. The weather was just right too – not too hot, not too cold, and a good amount of sun. About halfway through our walk, we stopped at the Healey Dell Heritage Centre & Tea Rooms. It’s such a charming little place. It was really busy (which is always a good sign!), and we were happy to wait for a table – love supporting places like this. We only stopped for a quick coffee break – I had a cappuccino and a slice of chocolate fudge cake, and my boyfriend had a black coffee. I wasn’t a fan of my cappuccino, and sadly the cake was really dry – tasted more like a supermarket one than something homemade. My boyfriend said his coffee was okay though. That said, the food on other tables looked great – proper chunky chips and big burgers. The building itself is beautiful inside, and it’s the perfect mid-walk stop for a drink and a break. They even had jugs of water with cucumber, which was a lovely touch. There was one slightly odd thing – an older man seemed to be hovering around the staff while they worked. We overheard some of his conversation and it came off a bit patronising – hopefully he was just trying to help, but the younger staff seemed like they were doing a great job on their own. Give them a chance! We also found a little art shop inside and were lucky to catch an artist named Mary working on a painting. She didn’t want to be photographed, but I did snap a picture of one of her artworks – really impressive stuff. You can buy her art on cute little keyrings and postcards for just £1! Overall, it’s a lovely, unique spot – very clean, with friendly vibes. Definitely worth a visit if you’re walking the reserve.
Really enjoyed our visit here after a nice walk. The food was delicious - we had a selection of deserts, tea, hot chocolates and coffees - every plate was left empty! Janka, who served us, was lovely and friendly. We will definitely be visiting again. Best scones I've had in ages!
Nice place with really good outside tables. Near the woods/waterfall and a lovely walk. Staff were good. Clearly all very young and inexperienced, but were very polite and friendly. I got the 'Angus Beef Burger' which according to the menu was 'A very tasty Angus beef burger cooked to perfection & served in a bap with cheese, tomato & onions. Plated with salad & a portion of chunky chips' The meat itself was nothing special, not juicy, and just an average frozen patty with no real flavour and not what I would call 'tasty' like the menu said. It was cooked, so not really sure what 'cooked to perfection' means? You can see from the cheese in the photo that it was either sitting under a heat lamp or put under a grill to melt the cheese which probably also dried out the burger further. It had far too much burger sauce in (which wasn't mentioned on the menu). Luckily I don't mind burger sauce (and it did help the burger go down!) but it was literally pouring out all over my fingers while I was trying to eat the burger and made a mess everywhere. (Either inform people on the menu you are adding the burger sauce or give it on the side, but it's not ok to add that much sauce under any circumstances) The chunky chips were good. Nicely cooked and fluffy in the middle. but the side salad that came with the burger was very old with lots of brown leaves, and did not look at all fresh. My wife had the club sandwich which was nice. A lot of food and nice fillings. Her side salad was nowhere near as bad as mine (perhaps came out of a different packet?) Strangely the crisps that came with her sandwich were rock solid and unpleasant to eat. We saw so many plates go past us with lovely looking sandwiches and toasties, so we clearly chose the wrong items from the menu! It's a real shame as on the menu their afternoon tea does sound really nice, but just not worth taking the risk of driving that far from where we live if it's not up to the standard we would expect.
Rochdale Town Hall
3. Rochdale Town Hall
4.5
(1462)
Event venue
Sights & Landmarks
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We spent a lovely couple of hours here. The building is beautiful and has been recently renovated. There's a lift, so anyone with mobility issues can reach the upper floors, and there's a guided tour you can book on to, though there's a lot of information about the building and it's features as you go around. There's plenty of written information, audio information, and activities. The restaurant is lovely with decent meals and lighter bites, and it's not badly priced. It seems pretty popular though, sp probably worth booking a table if you want to eat
Looks absolutely amazing after going through renovations. Perfect for weddings. Registration setvice in the main hall looks amazing. Hall upstairs can hold a very decent wedding.
What an amazing building full of local history. I recommend the tour. Our guide, Richard was full of knowledge and knew every inch of the building. The restaurant is also fantastic serving some great food.
An amazing building reminiscent of a cathedral or stately home. In fact it was built to conduct the municipal business of Rochdale. Those Victorians certainly had style and verve
Rochdale Town Hall is a beautiful building with a fantastic atmosphere, the staff are extremely helpful and the restaurant is excellent.
Beautiful and historical building and now even better for being done up. With the paving and new plaza out the front, it's finally in the setting it deserves. The tour was fascinating, thoroughly recommend. It's going to be even more stunning when the gardens at the back and the town hall steps are finished. clock started again binging perfectly !
Amazing building well worth a visit. Guided tour is excellent
Fantastic! The tour with Ray was fascinating, he made everything interesting and memorable. The town hall really does have the WOW factor. Worth every penny of the tour price (£8). You can get tickets on their website. The car park was closed, parked in the shopping centre, ten mins walk. Highly recommend this tour.
Healey Dell Nature Reserve
4. Healey Dell Nature Reserve
4.7
(1263)
Nature preserve
Nature & Parks
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Visited Healey Dell Nature Reserve in Rochdale and it’s a hidden gem. The place is full of peaceful woodland walks, and the sounds of flowing water really add to the atmosphere. The waterfall was small but serene The old stone viaduct was impressive too, towering above the trees and adding a real sense of history to the area. Plenty of photo opportunities around, especially with how green and vibrant everything is at this time of year. There’s a small car park nearby which makes access easy, and even on a warm day, Definitely worth a visit if you're after a relaxing nature walk with a bit of scenic charm.
Was looking for a pretty waterfall without too many people and we got what we asked for! The route isn’t the most well sign posted, luckily I had downloaded a map from Komoot beforehand so we did okay, however a few other people weren’t sure where to go either. (When you drive in and park, it’s best to walk back the direction you came in.) Some gorgeous spots here though so would definitely recommend. There was also a tearoom with a good menu which was unfortunately closed when were there, so we will be returning to try that out!
Fantastic place to go for a walk, Some amazing sights and a beautiful tea room, bar and bbq area. Prices for food was very reasonable although we just opted for toast (but it was really good toast). All in all a great way to waste a few hours, well worth the visit, will be returning soon with my grandson.
Visited 03/05/2025, decent amount of parking, the car park road area is patchy with pot holes so be careful driving. There is picture signs of the area opposite the tea room area, however unless you get a map or know the area the walks are not well sign posted which is why only four stars instead of five, if it hadn’t been for a helpful member of staff at the tea room who guided us to where the old munition buildings were to the rear we wouldn’t have then found the walk adjacent to the water stream that took us into lovely green areas for our walk. I’d say take walking shoes or wellies if doing this as plenty of muddy and rough path areas not suitable for shoes with no grips etc. If toilets required there is a couple in the heritage centre adjacent to the tea rooms, didn’t find any others around the area so plan if need to go or come back to if needed. I’d recommend if the work units near car park is open to go look and visit the items on sale, purchased a 3D printed octopus and a fridge magnet, great value and craftsmanship and the lady who first met us was very helpful as was the gent who came a little later. Worth a visit but do plan ahead as to route to take as once here it is hard to navigate without signs around the nature reserve. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Our first visit. We parked jn the Healey dell tea rooms car park. We were given a map and off we went. It was a beautiful autumnal walk with a river, waterfalls and a duck pond along the way. The tea rooms were great, we would go back there again.
Wouldn't want to encourage too many visitors but what a stunning bit of nature, hills, resevoir and my favourite era for concrete - a bit of 60's dam building thrown in. Wow. Be nice to see the boat house turned into a socially run cafe.
Beautiful place, lovely walk with the family after Sunday lunch, there's a park , tea room,so relaxing. Beautiful views.
An intriguing historical place from the abandoned railway viaduct; remnants of a woollen mill to a munitions factory during WW11.. The extended area has many more places of interesting walks.
Rochdale Pioneers Museum
5. Rochdale Pioneers Museum
4.3
(141)
Museum
Historical place
Exhibitions mark the birth of the business revolution formed here with the rise of co-operatives.
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It was an official visit as we were representing Pokhara Royal Cooperative from Nepal. They were really helpful during the entire booking process and were always there to help. As we booked in for a detailed tour, Sarah helped us to understand every aspect of the museum. Anyone who wants to know about how a co-operative started just books for a detailed tour. Or else if you are nearby just visit and learn more as it is free of cost.
A lovely little museum explaining how the Co-operative movement started. Free to enter and friendly staff. Little gift shop and toilets 😊.
Small museum which is interesting providing background and history of the Cooperative movement. Friendly staff and clean toilets. Worth a visit if you’re visiting Rochdale.
Loved the layout of the museum very interactive for children and the dress up part is good aswell. Fun for both adults and children.
Arrived in plenty of time before closing but were made to feel unwelcome and they were closing early and a temporary sign was put on the door whilst we were in there saying they were closing even earlier. My mum is registered blind and there was so much text to read but she didn't feel comfortable asking the staff to give her information after our welcome. We probably stayed about 15 mins.
Visited a few weeks ago, on a Saturday, after a great tour of the Town Hall - to find it closed with a sign in the window. This is despite Google Website showing it to be open. Review reflects approach to customer service - perhaps take lesson from Town Hall organisers on when people are available & keen to see key aspects of Rochdale history?
Great space with loads of fascinating information about the Pioneers and the CO-OP There are interactive parts for small children and it was free to enter. Check the website to make sure they are open
Fabulous place. Pleasant, helpful staff. The experience stimulated many memories but also provided lots of new relevant social history.
Rochdale Canal
6. Rochdale Canal
4.5
(88)
Canal
Nature & Parks
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I was born in Hebden Bridge, worked in the Calder Valley or Happy Valley as we have always known it and now, due to the TV program, most people also know it as that. The Valley has changed a tremendous amount in the last 60 years and most of the industry I knew has gone, the industrial workers have gone, most of the mills have gone also. However there are a few things that haven't changed and the bits that have changed are mostly for the better. One of those is the Rochdale Canal which brought the initial prosperity to the Town, allowing the textile mills to receive the coal efficiently and cheaply, then ship out the cloth and garments to near and far. The canal was the life blood for many years. Now its all about leisure but its still there and still used. We must all be thankful for that and the many people who fought and worked to bring it back into use. I now walk along from Sowerby Bridge and marvel at the ingenuity of the designers, surveyors and the Navi's that built it (of which one was an ancestor) although a scandal at the time. It is a walk that I will never tire of, never stop seeing something different and never stop wondering "who built that, how and why" Its like stepping back in time.... and I love it
A lovely place for a walk. Clean, clear paths, information boards, a green area with a park, and benches. People living on the water in there boats. Plenty of free parking in the surrounding area.
I have been walking up and down this canal since i were a kid. I love it. However.... Trying to push my disabled daughter is seriously hard work. We get on at lock 49 and walk as far as i can. Today we actually managed to get to todmorden. It was fookin hard work.
Rochdale Canal is a hidden gem that offers a delightful journey through picturesque towns like Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. The scenic beauty along the canal is simply breathtaking, with charming views at every turn. Both Todmorden and Hebden Bridge are not just stunning but also offer fantastic dining options and ample opportunities to explore. From cozy cafes to scenic walking trails, there's something for everyone. I highly recommend a visit to this area for a perfect blend of natural beauty and great experiences. You won't be disappointed!
The Rochdale Canal is a great place to have a holiday Visiting all the villages, Sowerby Bridge, Luddenden, Hebden Bridge and Todmordan, when the water allows you A lot of fantastic boozers all along the canal and in the villages 🍻🍻👍🏻👍🏻
I ran this from Shaw to the city one morning and it actually felt fairly safe and clean. Judging by the street art and residents signs they want to keep it a nice place. It's very walkable and many people were riding to work along it.
Hi its really amazing walks around the canal and also very massive gardens and activity areas around the Hebden bridge Rochdale canal. Please see Hebden bridge canal video in my YouTube channel Farukh syed fitness first in your life thanks.
Very nice for a walk during summer. Nice and clean place always great for a short cut to places. A lot of dog walkers and cycling activities going on all the time.
Touchstones Rochdale
7. Touchstones Rochdale
4.6
(82)
Temporarily Closed
Museum
Art gallery
Historic building housing an art gallery, a heritage museum with artifacts & a casual cafe.
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This place is great, for a small-ish town like Rochdale it really punches above its weight. I took my little girl who is about 17 months and she loved all the interactive exhibits and the arts and crafts. I came here for work to set up a live stream in the gallery several years ago too I remember the staff being very lovely and welcoming. The football exhibit was great, although some of it was a bit questionable and not sure I'd pay £6 for a zine that in all honestly looks like a bloke got a camera from Argos and took it to a footy match, but some of it was phenomenal. I took some photos of the old-timey artwork because I really liked it. Overall I'd say the people of Rochdale are spoilt to have such a lovely museum on their doorstep (as I am with Portland Basin in Ashton which is also worth a visit if you're into local social history). The art gallery is really cool, a good mix of contemporary and classical and it doesn't feel at all pretentious. We had a really fun visit so thank you.
I've not been here since I was a kid, so I thought I would take my kids while we were in the area. It was a pleasant way to spend an hour. It was really relaxed with lots of things to see and read. The toilets are easy to access and really clean, earning an ooh from my Mom as she opened the door. The 1st floor has a really immersive experience for children. My teen commented that we had all found our places as my son played with the eco friendly toys, she did some craft, my mom looked at the prams and I sat on my bum surveying them all. We were made extremely welcome when we entered, never felt harassed and weren't followed around or watched constantly (though I suspect we were on cctv which I'm more than happy with). For the anxiety people, there are clear directions on what to do and where to go, approachable staff members, easy to find toilets and it was clean and well organised. I felt comfortable from the second I walked through the door to the second I left. Parking is easy in the multistory car park across the road.
Brilliant art gallery and museum in Rochdale. Great place to learn about the local history and famous people of the area. It's also got a cafe, shop and had a craft market in one of the rooms when I was there.
Beautiful old venue. Great staff. Current exhibition is Mischief by Liz Collins which is absolutely world class and a huge coup for Rochdale.
Great little museum. Interesting exhibits. Absolutely gorgeous cafe with great coffee.
I spent an hour and a half on a inspiring adventure with a good friend, neither of us to look at would give an impression of even being slightly interested in in art and local history but we were given a tour by a wonderful staff member unfortunately the uninterested man on the till was only giving us a suspicious eye but that aside Touchstone is a must for a great afternoon in Rochdale and the cafe is a whole review on its own
Love this place. Have been many time and will be going many more. lots of informative and interesting local history. welcoming feel with friendly atmosphere. I have been to several of the exhibitions held at touchstones and loved every one. Have visited with family children, pensioner's and when friends visit from out of town. Everyone would like to return. Lots to do. Lovely gift shop and you can also get something to eat and a decent brew.
A great museum with lots of interesting local heritage exhibits.
Greenbooth Reservoir
8. Greenbooth Reservoir
4.8
(208)
Reservoir
Nature & Parks
Set amid rolling, grassy hills, this peaceful reservoir is a popular destination for nature walks.
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Beautiful place, didn't realize though quite hilly and rocky. Not good if you have mobility issues. Luckily I had a friend to support me. The dog loved it.
Very beautiful place like heaven ❤️
Very nice place to visit. Stunning views! I went there today (23/04/25) and saw this poor sheep stuck in a ditch, amongst the branches. The ditch is behind the house, on the edge of the reservoir. Please can someone rescue it. I would have reported it to the officials, but there was no one there. Thank you.
4 reservoirs in one. Lots of trails and paths to walk. Can even get up onto the hills and walk across to knowl Hill or wartergrove reservoir in wardle. Can be lots of sheep about so be careful if you have a dog with you. Can see manchester city centre easily from the car park. Our favorite walk is from the car park, turn left at the first gate. It takes you all the way round the bigger 3. Roughly 6 miles back to the car.
Interesting drive up to the carpark, certainly needed to make use of the passing places! View from the start of the walk really impressive, can see the bigger reservoirs and lovely view of the wind turbines above on the hills. Takes a very gentle 2 hours or so to walk the circuit some steep steps through the wooded area to the south west but nothing too difficult. Worth the effort
Clean and well maintained. There are a few bins at each end of the reservoir and it's a very popular location for dog walking. Half the reservoir is clearly marked our with paths etc and the opposite side is a thin public footpath through farmers fields with a nice hidden waterfall
This is one of my favourite walks I’ve ever done, such a lovely place in the sunshine! Could stay here for hours I’ve done this walk a couple of times as I enjoy it so much!
I went on a miserable rainy day and still enjoyed the walk and atmosphere. Parks up at the Greenbooth Reservoir car park which is free but full of pot holes and the road up there a real car shaker. Can't wait to come again when the weather is better, more than likely going to be a 5 star place.
Fireground
9. Fireground
4.8
(306)
Museum
Specialty Museums
Displays tracing fire service history, plus a replica station (open Thursday, Friday & Saturday).
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A fascinating museum of fire service history with an extensive collection of vehicles across the ages. This visit triggered many memories for me since I grew up with the fire brigade very much part of the family as my father was a firefighter. The volunteers were very friendly and helpful and there's a very nice cafe attached for refreshments.
Took my three-year-old son who is obsessed with fire engines at the moment. When we got there where we were Warmly greeted By so many members of staff working there, who went out of their way to speak to my little boy. They made it so special for him and there was so much for him to see and do. The staff are fantastic and couldn’t have been nicer. It is a little gem and we will certainly be back in the summer for the family open day :)
Absolutely fantastic trip xx staff were absolutely fantastic, so knowledgeable and passionate about the service xx this really is a must see xx
This Museum is filled with Fire fighting equipment dating back hundreds of years ranging from manual pumps right through to fire engines from the more recent era. The staff here a super helpful and brimming with knowledge. A great place for a young family to visit. There is also a great cafe in the museum with a range of food and drinks. A truly fascinating place.
A fantastic museum filled with interesting information and great examples of past firefighting equipment and machines. What makes it though are the staff and volunteers working there. They are happy to chat to you and give you more information and stories from their past. Well worth a visit!
Great interesting place if you like the history of fireengines and equipment. The staff are brilliant very knowledgeable and happy to help
Hidden gem in Rochdale. My partner and I visited on a Friday, early afternoon. All staff were so friendly and informative, the receptionist whose name I don't recall (sorry!) Les and David who shared so many fascinating facts and stories on our visit around. They are clearly passionate about this museum and the amazing history it holds. Highly recommended for families, but also for people interested in local history and culture.
Absolutely recommend a few hours here, if you are curious how firefighters have battled their way through history to rescue those in need there's plenty of stories and information here. The volunteers are more than willing to give historical stories and information, from the early days of insurance companies sending out flamboyantly dressed fire watchers right through to the heavily equipped major incident response of today. The museum is wheelchair accessible and there is a pleasant cafe if you need a brew or a snack.
Gracie Fields Theatr '
10. Gracie Fields Theatr '
4.4
(102)
Concerts & Shows
Theaters
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It was a fantastic panto been to three this Christmas and this was the best. The actors were very good x The auditorium was very comfortable x x
Went to see daughter at a dance showcase. Nice little theatre attached to a school.
Today the panto was fantastic. The cast were perfect in their interaction with the audience and themselves. The atmosphere was great. Audience participation spot on. If you can catch it before the end of the run
Good sized hall.seats are a bit crammed causing your knees to touch front person head can be inconvenience if you are tall. Snacks in breaks could be more variety. First time visitors can find the place confusing as directions not so clear.
Sat nav postcode takes you to an entrance that is sealed and gated, so you have to drive back down the road and onto the next street to get to the parking area, large parking area. Attended a school concert, so was quite busy, large auditorium and plenty of leg room at the seats.
First time last night we’ve been to the theatre for the pantomime we had a super time, me my grandchildren and daughter really enjoyed it Highly recommend going over Christmas great family pantomime superb cast too 🎅🏻🤶🏻🌲
Comfortable venue, providing some good shows. Not the largest theatre in the world, but very reasonably sized. Going here to see a show wouldn't be a wasted night.
We go every year for the Christmas pantomime and its always a good show. The theatre staff are always very friendly and welcoming too.
Crown Oil Arena
11. Crown Oil Arena
4.1
(321)
Stadium
Sights & Landmarks
Venue for Rochdale Association Football Club and the Rochdale Hornets RLFC, with 10,000+ capacity.
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When is a football ground an 'arena'? Anyway, staff were really friendly with away fans, we had an excellent experience. Food was available and pretty good, but even better was the fish and chip shop just outside the away end! Good atmosphere from home fans. Good-natured banter, which was just as well as they are quite close. Toilet facilities good. Club look to be on the way up, and good luck to them. Parking in streets for a midweek match really no problem. We got there about 45 minutes early and had a ten minute walk at most.
Home of the rochdale football club. The Dale. Nice stadium with bar and food located in the stadium. The family stand has a kids area called Desmond den, with 2 ps4 for the kids to use as well as activities. Staff are friendly. A great place to be when the Dale are playing good. There is a all small weather pitch outside the stadium where there is football coach and children can play a quick game of football. There is parking at the stadium and loads of places to park on the side streets.
Was very upset here asked not to use a lense on my camera, said I could use a small one although I'm allowed it in other grounds I did argue my phone has a larger zoom but I can't hold it up for long too thin.i changed to a 35 mm which was a waste of time but tried it anyway then the Supervisor who love to argue told me I had to stop. I am disabled and it's my hobby for my own use.. Won't be going back
Stadium is overall a decent stadium. What you’d expect from a non league football stadium. Food was above average with the pies being a clear highlight of the visit. Atmosphere was decent, with your typical football fans with a suitable amount of security. Would overall place it as a decent standard stadium.
Shame the pitch is unplayable sometimes at Winter months....but, a great family centred club. Well done Rochdale
Had to travel there by tram and bus because there was no train available due to a fault as an away fan. The result unfortunately was close and lost 2-1 to the Dale.
A nice friendly Football club, you won't be disappointed visiting The Dale and there's never been a better time to come to Rochdale, so come and feel the Dale Experience.
Good food options at half time, £3.80 for a pint, and a friendly atmosphere. Up the Dale!
Ellenroad Engine House Steam Museum
12. Ellenroad Engine House Steam Museum
4.7
(152)
Museum
Historical place
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Great site, visit when in steam 1st weekend in the month. Even better go when there's an event, vintage cars. Fantastic engine is the star but boiler room, blacksmith shop all open and working. Bot tricky getting around if you have mobility issues, but there is stair lift to upper level. Volunteers very knowledgeable and helpful. Small tea bar avaliable.
Absolutely brilliant 😊 seeing the machines still running just shows how good the UK Engineering was, I would definitely recommend this as a trip into the past.
What a fantastic place - a real living museum where you step back in time to see the industrial powerhouse. All the volunteers were extremely helpful and had plenty of time to chat and talk about the engine. The cake was also nice from the cafe!
Great day out, very interesting & three steam engines not just the one
An excellent day out with the children. There's so much history and a working steam powered engine. £5 adults and children go free, all monies go towards the upkeep. A must see.
Excellent museum. Some great exhibits and the main steam engine is something to be in awe of.
Industrial history and well worth a visit when they are on a steam day, vintage land rovers on display were a bonus...
First time there interesting. I've now become a member at this Mill working on Steam days and none Steam days. Helping to rebuild another Steam engine. Working with the other members who are great to work with. Update come and Irene in steam. I'll be running her on May 5th Classic car show and bikes fun for all ages.
Middleton Parish Church (St. Leonard's)
13. Middleton Parish Church (St. Leonard's)
4.7
(128)
Church
Sights & Landmarks
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Hello, I've been watching a rerun of a brilliant police series on iPlayer called, Life on Mars. The show is very good in quite a few ways, time travel, the music is brilliant and the location's used. I knew the Church in the background of one show was a church I recognised in Middleton. After checking my Google Maps I found it was : St Leonard's, so I went to have a look. What a lovely little gem it is, built-in the mid 1100's I understand and a wooden church before this stone one. See the photos. I could not go in, it was all locked up. I'm hoping to go again soon and next time try and have a look inside. Special thanks to all who have looked after and loved this wonderful local place of worship.
A beautiful Norman church set in it's own well maintained gardens. We were fortunate to visit on a quiet day and were treated to a mini tour by Glen, one of the extremely knowledgeable volunteers. We were fascinated to learn about the church's history and thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon. Highly recommended!
Absolutely stunning church. I performed with Rock Choir here on Saturday 22nd September. Amazing experience!
St Leonard’s Church in Middleton is a beautiful historic site with stunning architecture and a deep connection to local history. The church’s unique wooden tower and ancient stained glass windows add character, while the peaceful atmosphere makes it a good place for quiet reflection. It is well maintained and welcoming, but visitor hours are limited, so plan ahead if you want to explore inside properly. The church’s significance in the community and its rich heritage make it worth a visit when in the area.
Photos taken today during Open day. Fantastic history, stained glass windows and superb woodcarved panels and great local family lineages..
Nice and quiet place, thanks God!
Stunning historic church and every Friday there's a free guide inside the church about all the historical features and history
Lovely historic church. Having alot of restoration work done at the moment. Well worth a visit
Blackstone Edge
14. Blackstone Edge
4.7
(45)
Mountain peak
Nature & Parks
Nature walks & bouldering on an elevated cliff with unique rock formations & sweeping views.
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Great place for a walk. Fantastic views over Greater Manchester and plenty of big ol' rocks to clamber across.
Such a beautiful place. Well worth a walk up to the top. You can see all the resivours in the surrounding areas. There's free parking and plenty of signs.
I had an incredible experience at Blackstone Edge! The natural beauty of this place is absolutely breathtaking. The panoramic views from the top are stunning, and the hiking trails offer a perfect adventure for nature lovers. It's a peaceful and serene spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether you're a hiker or just looking for a place to unwind, Blackstone Edge is a must-visit destination. I highly recommend it!
Lovely part of the world. Amazing walks, views and natural beauty. Love popping in to The White House to grab some lovely food and drink. Caught some amazing sunsets here, with views over Lancashire and Greater Manchester. Top place to get away for a few hours from the hustle & bustle of the smog-filled and rat trodden city...
Great place for a walk or bike ride the area is wide open and in the summer the views are awesome. In the winter months it is very windy and cold but is a great place to visit whatever the weather.
Beautiful for a hike alone, with the dog or with the family. There’s plenty of places to park around, and a beautiful scenic road for driving/cycling. If you decide to go on a cold/windy/rainy day like I did then dress appropriately because it can get cold up there. 🥶
A fairly easy hike from Hollingworth Lake, bag the trig!
What a great place to walk! You can certainly be walking for hours if you choose, lovely views, fairly easy for older people too! As you can see, I've added a few pics for your perusal.
St Edmunds Charity
15. St Edmunds Charity
4.6
(12)
Assisted living facility
Sights & Landmarks
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It's the best place to be if you need the help. The support staff are excellent and because I live there
Thieves abundant. And that's just the staff. Terrible environment. It needs a good shake up. Unqualified people ( there are only two of them) And expect you to disclose your medical history, on a weekly basis in front of a room full of inmates, sorry, tenants. (This will resonate with one of them) Matrix box, and a 50 pound note..... Shame on you.
Amazing place on so many levels, a must visit place in Rochdale.
Compassionate and caring staff.
Rochdale Sports Club
16. Rochdale Sports Club
4.4
(182)
Sports club
Fun & Games
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We went to an event here. It looked like a well used, good quality space. There was a cricket match on at the time down stairs and had a nice community feel.
I attended a celebration of someone’s life there recently and have to say what a fantastic venue this is. A modern and super clean place with lovely views from the balcony and the catering was excellent. The staff were very friendly and efficient and I would strongly advise anyone needing a venue to host an event to check out this place.
Came to a party held here at Newly furnished, lovely good sized function room Plenty of free parking Function room was upstairs, not sure if it had lift .?? May be worth checking if needed
Great teams - Lacrosse, cricket and more, good facilities, bar area and function rooms
Had a fantastic benefit do for Brendan Decko. The place was packed and the bar staff coped extremely well with the serving of great beers. The function room was clean and well presented. I won't hesitate the next time I get an invite to the club. Thanks for a great day out.
Great place to have a function
Perfect wedding celebrations in the newly refurbished function room. The room was perfectly dressed by Gale. Nothing too much trouble. Excellent food, staff and overall service. Would highly recommend this venue for your wedding celebrations or any other party.
Recently attended a wedding reception here and it was fantastic. The room was decorated amazingly, food was good, drinks were a great price and the staff were all very nice and helpful and plenty of them. Would highly recommend it for any kind of celebration.

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