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The Rochdale Pioneers Museum – once a shop – is widely considered to be the birthplace of the co-operative movement.

A stunning multi-award winning building comprising a library, coffee shop and conference facilities right in the heart of Rochdale town centre. Close to Metrolink and Rochdale Transport Interchange.

The Arena has a regular programme of arts and entertainment including live music, concerts, comedy and dances with stage shows and national tours. With two licensed bars this is the perfect location for a great night out.

The Yoga Seed is an intimate studio just outside of Oldham town centre. Run by Sharon it offers small classes including a men only class.

The Bank Top Tavern is a pub in Oldham known for its live music and regular events programme.

Hack Oldham is an event space that also offers co-working, community groups and crafting in the heart of Oldham.

Parliament Square is a public space in Oldham Town Centre with restaurants sitting alongside a new seven screen cinema.

Gallery Oldham provides a wide range of exhibitions and activities targeted at different audiences of all ages within Oldham and the surrounding area.

Over the past thirty years, retail giants have developed in the vicinity, yet Bury Market remains the undisputed champion of the North, attracting thousands of visitors every week.

Bury arts venue in fine surroundings. The Met programmes Music, comedy and theatre.

Uncover the rich history of Bury through the Bury Art Museum and Sculpture Centre’s collections, as well as indulging in their regular events.

This beautiful building holds temporary exhibitions of acclaimed international art, contemporary and historical collections, handcrafted art in the Art Shop and Tina’s tea rooms. Alongside this runs a varied events, workshop and education programme.