Number One Riverside

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Number One Riverside

Smith Street, Rochdale, OL16 1XU
01706924761
  • Monday9:00am - 7:30pm
  • Tuesday9:00am - 5:30am
  • Wednesday9:00am - 5:30am
  • Thursday9:00am - 5:30am
  • Friday9:00am - 5:30am
  • Saturday9:30am - 5:00am

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

Rochdale Borough Council
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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.

What's on near Number One Riverside

Helios at George Street Chapel: Man staring front, lit by an incandescent light
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Helios at George Street Chapel

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