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HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 2019

FRIDAY 13 - SUNDAY 22 SEPTEMBER

Organised by Link4Life 1 HERITAGE OPEN DAYS

WELCOME 2019

Heritage Open Days celebrates ’s doorstep, Heritage Open Days is an event for fantastic architecture and culture by offering everyone, whatever their background, age free access to properties that are usually and ability. closed to the public or normally charge for Co-ordinated nationally by Heritage Open admission. Days National Partnership, the event thrives Every year in September, buildings of every on the enthusiasm and expertise of local age, style and function throw open their people. Thousands of volunteers from all doors with a once-a-year chance to discover walks of life share their knowledge and hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a memories with visitors, making Heritage wide range of tours, events and activities Open Days England’s largest voluntary which bring to life local history and culture. cultural event. Free of charge and literally on people’s

KEY A Not normally open to the public PDA Partial Disabled Access

Heritage Lottery Fund grant Assistance Dogs Welcome AD HLF awarded

B Limited Capacity KF Child/family-friendly property/event

C Children under 10 not admitted L Hearing Loop

D Full Disabled Access P Parking available

DP Disabled Parking T On site facilities Front Cover Image: DT On site disabled toilet facilities W Entry charge waived for Heritage Image courtesy of Open Days Peterloo.org DT Dogs Welcome

2 ALL SAINTS & MARTYRS CHURCH, LANGLEY Wood Street, Middleton, Greater , M24 5GL

The amazing Langley Cross stands some 13 or so metres tall and is housed in All Saints & Martyrs Church. Sculpted in aluminium by Geoffrey Clarke, it was cast using pioneer techniques which he himself developed. Sadly Geoffrey Clarke died four years ago and since then a lot has been written about his work, which can be found all over the country. Langley is truly Saturday 21 September: 1pm-4pm blessed to have this breath-taking work of art. BOOKING NOT NECESSARY There will be talks on the Langley Cross during the opening times of the church. DP DT P PDA T

BAMFORD CHAPEL AND NORDEN URC Norden Road, Bamford, , , OL11 5PQ

Bamford Chapel has been at the heart of the local community for over 200 years. Come and find out what was taking place here 200 years ago, in 1819, and 100 years ago in 1919. You will gain a fascinating insight into our local heritage. Bamford Chapel and Norden URC have worked hard in recent years to preserve and present a fabulous archive. This has been helped by the chapel receiving a Heritage Lottery Grant. Come and see the progress made and the plans to continue to make our heritage more accessible. Maybe you would like to get involved? Everyone is welcome. You do not have to be a church member to help us in this work. Our archive includes records of births, deaths and marriages and original books of minutes going back to the Chapel’s founding in 1801. These provide a fascinating insight into the lives of local people over a Saturday 14 September: 10am-4pm significant period of time. We have posters advertising Sunday 15 September: 1pm-4pm plays and events going back over a hundred years. BOOKING NOT NECESSARY The chapel has a large graveyard. Come and find out more about the lives of people buried here. AD C D DP DT KF The life of the church continues to be at the heart of the community. You will also have the opportunity to L P T find out about the many services, activities and events taking place here. 3

HORSE CARRS Shawclough Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 6LG

Horse Carrs, built in 1865 celebrates its 154th featuring a 6ft diorama of a 1950’s/60’s Holiday year. Originally built as the family home of the Camp - “Hi-De-Hi”. Mill Manufacturer, Thomas Watson,who was also a benefactor to the town of Rochdale. Thursday 19 September: 10:30am-4pm Visit the building and talk to our historian Friday 20 September: 10:30am-4pm about the history of the Watson family and Saturday 21 September: 1pm-4pm the building. View the pictorial history of the Sunday 22 September: 1pm-4pm building to current date and enjoy a PowerPoint presentation of the Watson Family, in addition to BOOKING NOT NECESSARY various items of related archival material. Then visit the coffee house for refreshments (Thur AD D DP DT P T & Fri). The Exhibition also includes an Archival Display featuring Miss Frances Marion Watson who was a Missionary to China from West Street Baptist Church, Rochdale and an overview of the History of the West Street Baptist Church (the 1st Baptist Church in Rochdale), which is now known as ‘Open Door’ and resides within Horse Carrs. There will also be a Dolls House Display exhibited by the Whibleys Dolls House Club

LITTLEBOROUGH HISTORY CENTRE Littleborough Station, Platform 2, Station Buildings, Railway Street, Littleborough, Greater Manchester, OL15 8AF

Littleborough Archaeological and Historical Society will host the event this year. This heritage centre is based in the original station buildings on the platform of Littleborough Station. For Heritage Open Days, the centre is holding an ongoing exhibition on the fallen Saturday 14 September: 11am-4pm soldiers from Littleborough during WWI. Sunday 15 September: 12noon-3pm There is an extensive archive with numerous Saturday 21 September: 11am - 4pm photographs and research facilities too. Sunday 22 September: 12noon - 3pm

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4 LOCAL STUDIES CENTRE, The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ

Call into the Local Studies Centre to gain an insight into what effect ‘People Power’ had on the local area. In this year of commemoration, we will be exploring the three themes of Peterloo; Protest, Democracy and Freedom, through a series of displays in the centre. Pick up a quiz sheet and one lucky winner will receive a copy of the book ‘Sam Bamford: Portrait of a Radical’ by local author Morris Garratt. Then, why not explore the Museum, Art Gallery, Visitor Information Centre & gift shop, followed by a visit to the Art Café for light Friday 13 September: 10am-5pm refreshments. On both Saturdays during the event, Saturday 14 September: 10am-5pm you could also enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Art Café, Tuesday 17 September: 10am-5pm available from 2.30pm for £9.95 per person. Wednesday 18 September: 10am-5pm Thursday 19 September: 10am-5pm Friday 20 September: 10am-5pm D DP DT P T Saturday 21 September: 10am-5pm BOOKING NOT NECESSARY

LONG STREET METHODIST CHURCH Lever Street, Middleton, Greater Manchester, M24 5UE

See the recently restored schoolrooms along with the Arts and Crafts Church which is ‘a knockout’ according to the latest Pevsner guide. Long Street Methodist Church and Schools were built in 1899 by the foremost Arts and Crafts architect in the north of England, , who was described by Pevsner as ‘that remarkable...Manchester architect’. It is an outstanding Grade II* listed building incorporating Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and modern stylistic elements into a magnificent whole. The adjacent school is pure Arts and Crafts with a lovely ‘outdoor Friday 13 September: 10:30am -4pm room’ garden accessed through an Art Nouveau Saturday 14 September: 10:30am -4pm gateway topped by a cubic modern sculpture. Visitors Sunday 15 September: 1pm -4pm in 2019 will see the recently restored schoolrooms. Friday 20 September: 10:30am -4pm Saturday 21 September: 10:30am -4pm AD DP DT HL P PDA T Sunday 22 September: 1pm -4pm BOOKING NOT NECESSARY

5 ROCHDALE ARTS & HERITAGE ROCHDALE ARTS & HERITAGE RESOURCE CENTRE The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ

Ever wondered about what is not on display at Touchstones Rochdale? Come and see the wonderful objects in storage at the Arts and Heritage Resource Centre and take a tour with Sarah Hodgkinson, who looks after the museum collection. This tour looks at the amazing collections of the ; you will have BOOKING the opportunity to see items ranging from Egyptian REQUIRED artefacts, some over 5000 years old, to grandfather clocks and works of art. Minimum age: 10 years. Saturday 14 September: 11am-12pm BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Ring: 01706 924828, email [email protected] or call in person at Touchstones B D DT P T Rochdale, The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ (Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm)

ROCHDALE DAY OF DANCE Various locations

Oakenhoof are an all-age, open folk arts group. They are based in Littleborough and exist to develop and share the joy of folk dance, music and song, stories and visual arts. Folk music and dance are experiencing a real resurgence in popularity at the moment: with scores of folk festivals all year round, and a plethora of young upcoming bands, Saturday 21 September: and packed to the rafters events with the time served acts and performers.

The Baum from 11am – 1pm As part of this year’s HOD, on 21st September 33-37 Toad Ln, Rochdale, OL12 0NU Oakenhoof will be performing in various venues, which include the Flying Horse Hotel, Touchstones Touchstones from 1:30pm – 3pm and the Baum Public House. Touchstones, The Esplanade, Rochdale, Please come along and watch them dance and OL16 1AQ soak up the atmosphere of this very local tradition. The Flying Horse from 3am-4:30 pm 37 Packer St, Rochdale, OL16 1NJ

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6 ROCHDALE The Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AB

Rochdale’s fabulous Grade I Victorian Gothic town hall is renowned worldwide for its unique and detailed architecture. Join us on an expertly guided tour during Heritage Open Days! Our FREE one hour tour takes you around the Town Hall to marvel at the wonderful craftsmanship, immerse yourself in the building’s history and take a Friday 13 September: look inside the ’s Parlour. 12pm | 2pm | 4pm We’ll take you around the best bits of Rochdale Town Saturday 14 September: Hall, including the Exchange, Great Hall and Council 10am | 12pm Chambers. Get a flavour of this stunning building and Sunday 15 September: learn about the many stories which have made up its 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm past. We have chairs in most rooms of the tour if you’d like to sit down after walking to each room. Maximum Friday 20 September: 25 people per tour. 12pm | 2pm | 4pm | 6pm

Saturday 21 September: AD B C D DP DT L T 10am | 12pm BOOKING NOT NECESSARY

ROCHDALE LIVING MEMORIES 14 Drake St, Rochdale OL16 1NT

Rochdale Living Memories is a Facebook Page dedicated to those living in or who have lived in Rochdale past and present. The Page has been created to share positive memories of Rochdale and anyone can post their photographs of the town. The page has been hugely successful with over 7000 followers. As part of this year’s Heritage Open Day, the shop front within the vacant retail unit at 14 Street will be transformed into a ‘smart window’. This smart window will be dressed in Heritage Open Day branding and within it will sit a large screen which will show on a loop 1000s of photographs which have been posted on the Rochdale Living Memories Facebook Page. The smart widow will celebrate Rochdale’s amazing culture and heritage and it will be sponsored by the Rochdale Town Centre Business 13 - 22 September Improvement District. BOOKING NOT NECESSARY 7 ROOLEY MOOR HERITAGE TRAILS Rooley Moor Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL12 6BN

Take a walk to appreciate the spectacular open take some food and a drink with you as well. moorland views, uncover the past and find out These routes are also used by horse riders. Dogs about the rich history of Rooley Moor. Four, free, are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all self-guided heritage trail booklets are available times. from the BBC plaque, just before the cattle grid Friday 13 September: 10am-5pm in Catley Lane Head . Saturday 14 September: 10am-5pm Max 20 people per tour/session. Allow at least Sunday 15 September: 10am-5pm two hours for a leisurely walk and to appreciate Monday 16 September: 10am-5pm the spectacular open moorland views. The Tuesday 17 September: 10am-5pm Famine Road, as it is known today, came Wednesday 18 September: 10am-5pm about during the American Civil War. Rochdale Thursday 19 September: 10am-5pm cotton workers supported the abolition of Friday 20 September: 10am-5pm slavery, but the lack of supply of cotton in the Saturday 21 September: 10am-5pm early 1860s left the previously prosperous Sunday 22 September: 10am-5pm cotton workers impoverished. A number of relief funds were set up to help alleviate the BOOKING NOT NECESSARY hardships of cotton workers, which included stone breaking in the quarries and mines, as well as construction work such as building parks, rebuilding sewerage systems and constructing and resurfacing roads.

It is important you wear appropriate footwear and warm waterproof clothing as some sections of these walks can be muddy. We suggest you

ROCHDALE CHURCH, ST CHAD’S Sparrow Hill, Drake Street (just off), Rochdale, OL16 1QT

The Parish Church has stood on the hill overlooking Friday 13 September: 2-4pm the town for well over 1000 years. Built and rebuilt Saturday 14 September: 2-4pm over the generations, it has stonework dating back to Sunday 15 September: 2-4pm the 13th and 14th centuries. There are also splendid windows including the Faith, Hope and BOOKING NOT NECESSARY Charity window by Sir Edward Burne-Jones. There is the 13th century font in which thirties film star Gracie D DP T Fields was baptised in 1898. Furniture and carving in the church have connections with the Byron family, Lords of the Manor, until the poet Byron sold the manor in the 1800s. The Queen paid a Royal visit in 1994 to see the church’s 21st century role. This is a family friendly venue, suitable for all ages.

On Sparrow Hill, off Drake Street, via either Vicar’s Drive or Church Stile or up 122 steps from Town Hall Square.

8 ST AIDAN’S CHURCH, SUDDEN, ROCHDALE Manchester Road, Sudden, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 3EL

A Grade II* listed building designed by Temple Moore and built by TS Ullathorne of Selby. The Parish Church was consecrated in 1915. Points of interest include a stained glass window designed by Harry Grylls which forms part of the church’s war memorial, an unusual and accessible outside pulpit and a Father Willis Organ which was originally installed in the Hall in Cardiff. Saturday 14 September: 10am-12pm Wednesday 18 September: 10am-12pm Saturday 21 September: 10am-12pm D DP DT P T BOOKING NOT NECESSARY

ST. EDMUND’S FALINGE, ROCHDALE (NO ORDINARY PLACE) St. Edmund’s Church , Clement Royds Street, Falinge, Rochdale , Greater Manchester, OL12 6PL

St. Edmund’s Falinge. A Gothic gem tucked away in a quiet corner of Rochdale, this extraordinary church built with no expense spared by Albert Hudson Royds 1870-73, no ordinary place it will become apparent on closer inspection. St. Edmund’s. Described by ‘Pevsner as “Rochdale’s Temple To Freemasonry” as exotic as Rosslyn in . A wealth of wonders awaits those who wish to explore this unique and special place like Friday 13 September: 11am-6pm no other church. Indeed St. Edmund’s is no ordinary Saturday 14 September: 12pm-6pm place from its wealth of Symbolism and semiotics , Sunday 15 September: 12pm-6pm it’s stained glass , the wealth of carving, wood work Friday 20 September: 11am-6pm and construction. Vested in the care of the Churches Saturday 21 September: 12pm-6pm conservation trust and looked after by the friends of St. Sunday 22 September: 12pm-6pm Edmund’s Church this Grade1 listed church is a wonder to behold. BOOKING NOT NECESSARY DW R T

9 ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH, BIRCLE Castle Hill Road, Bury, , BL9 6UH

Bircle Church is built on rock, stands high above Friday 20 September: 12noon-4pm the town and has been there for generations of Saturday 21 September: 10am-4pm Bircle folk since 1846. On a clear day there are amazing panoramic views over Bury, Heywood, C DT P T Rochdale and as far as .

The building is Grade II listed and designed by local architect George Shaw of Uppermill. The stained glass window by Thomas Willement, “Father of Victorian Glass” is impressive. Take a look at the several pieces of furniture by skilled craftsman Robert (Mouseman) Thompson of Kilburn, North Yorkshire. On display will be Image courtesy of Mike Berrell photographs and information relating to Bircle in days gone by and local soldiers who lost their lives in WWI and WWII. Also in the parish is what used to be the Bury Union (now Fairfield Hospital), and this year we have collected together photographs and information on life in the Workhouse.

ST JAMES’ THE APOSTLE, St James Church, St James Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3JT

You are welcome to visit this Grade II listed Church which is celebrating 150 years of the building on its present site. On display will be historical documents as well as a and redecoration to the Chancel area in range of photos of events past and present. readiness for our celebrations. Designed by the architect George Edmund Street, The Churchyard is the final resting place of who also designed the in David Brooks one of the Original Rochdale and built by Rogers & Booth of Gosport with Pioneers. Our War Memorial has recently internal stone sculpture by Thomas Earp, whose had a major refurbishment and there are a works include the Eleanor Cross which stands at few War Graves within our grounds. Charing Cross, London, this present Church building has served the people of Milnrow for 150 years Friday 13 September: 10am-2pm being dedicated on 21 August 1869. This building Saturday 14 September: 10am-4pm had replaced 2 earlier buildings erected in the Sunday 15 September: 10am-12pm grounds in 1799 & 1814. Money for the present building was donated by James Schofield, a local BOOKING NOT NECESSARY mill owner and his family. The Church has recently undergone restoration AD DP DT HL P 10 ST JOHN THE BAPTIST RC CHURCH Dowling Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 1EX

The sanctuary mosaic cost four thousand pounds and was designed by Eric Newton, son of Lehman Oppenheimer and Edith Newton, and was completed on 31 October 1933. The central figure being that of Christ the King, a feast day established by Pope Pius XI, his papal coat of arms and the coat of arms of Bishop Henshaw are on the side walls. We have extensive information leading back to when the church was first built with photographs of previous clergy, parishioners and much more. Inspired by our mosaic, come along

Image courtesy of Mike Berrell and create your own mosaic. We have a friendly team of parishioners who will guide you around the church. Friday 13 September: 12noon-4pm Everyone is welcome. Saturday 14 September: 10am-12am | 1pm-5pm Sunday 15 September: 11am-4:30pm DT P T BOOKING NOT NECESSARY D DP

ST JOHN’S CHURCH, THORNHAM Thornham Lane off Rochdale Road, Slattocks, Middleton, M24 2RE

In a wonderful setting amid the fields, the church appears much older than it actually is. Begun in 1906, it was 1914 before it was completed. It is one of the last Gothic-style churches to be built in the Diocese of Manchester. There are many fine stained glass windows, including some with connections to local industrialists such as the Tweedale and Smalley families, who were founders of the former textile machinery company in Castleton. Free light refreshments available. Access by car via Thornham Lane off Rochdale Road, or on foot via Church Avenue off Rochdale Road. Saturday 21 September: 10am-4pm Sunday 22 September: 1pm-3pm BOOKING NOT NECESSARY DP HLF P PDA T

11 ROCHDALE ARTS & HERITAGE ST LEONARD’S PARISH CHURCH, MIDDLETON St Leonard’s Square, New Lane, Off Long Street, Middleton M24 6DE

This Grade I listed church dating from 1100 is famous for its incorporated Norman arches and notable history. Come along to admire the Flodden Window, dating from 1515, two Arts and Crafts windows by Christopher Whall and rare memorial brasses. This is the oldest church in the Diocese of Manchester. The church was rebuilt in 1412 by local man Cardinal Thomas Langley, then Bishop of Durham, and later further increased in size by Richard Assheton in Friday 13 September: 10am-4pm 1524. The church, with its unusual steeple, is quite a Saturday 14 September: 10am-4pm landmark overlooking the Olde Boars Head Inn and Sunday 15 September: 10am-4pm Jubilee Park. Parking is available in St Leonard’s Friday 20 September: 10am-4pm Square. Saturday 21 September: 10am-4pm Sunday 22 September: 10am-4pm BOOKING NOT NECESSARY B D DT P T

PARISH CHURCH OF ST LUKE Street, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 4NN

You can walk round all aspects of the building freely, if you have any questions, there will people on hand to answer them to the best of our ability, Artefacts will be on display that are not usually. A splendid Victorian Gothic church (listed Grade II*, 1862) with majestic proportions. Impressive stained glass, reredos, pulpit and war memorial. Deemed to be a showcase of Victorian art, Image courtesy of Veronica Smith featuring sculpted stone work, encaustic tiling and wrought iron. There will be people to guide visitors around the church. The tower will be taking part in Challenge 500.

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12 ST MARY’S CHURCH, BIRCH Langley Lane, Birch, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 2QJ

A modern church building with many of the original features from the old church including the unusual & decorative altar. Interesting gravestones in the churchyard. A display of old photographs showing the old church and Birch Village.

Saturday 14 September: 1pm-3pm BOOKING NOT NECESSARY AD DP DT DW PDA T

ST MARY’S IN THE BAUM St Mary’s Gate, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 1DZ

St Mary’s in the Baum Church was awarded Grade I listing by Historic England in 2015. Rochdale’s ‘Hidden Gem’, it is a rare example of the work of Sir Ninian Comper (1864-1960) and is the only church of his design in the northern ecclesiastical Province of York. Modest in design from the outside, the interior is a revelation. Built in 1911, to replace an earlier 18th century ‘chapel of ease’, the church has an unusual arrangement with the main aisle, choir and sanctuary on the south side and (as the church is dedicated to St Mary) a ‘Jesus’ Chapel on the north side. Pillars and Image courtesy of Veronica Smith unusual roundel windows are from the original church of 1742. The church has an exquisite carved oak rood Saturday 14 September: 10am- screen and a striking, Comper designed, War Memorial 4pmSunday 15 September: 12-3pm window. Refreshments will be available. BOOKING NOT NECESSARY

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13 ST THOMAS CHURCH, St. Thomas’s Church, Church Street, Newhey, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3QS

Visitors will see where the rebuilding work was car-park situated 100 yards beyond the church carried out after the devastating fire and admire on the left. the skill of the restoration and marvel at its new, Friday 13 September: 2pm-4pm light and bright interior. Saturday 14 September: 10am-4pm We will hold both organised and self-guided Sunday 15 September: 12-4pm tours of our church which had to be completely restored after a devastating fire in 2007. BOOKING NOT NECESSARY The church has an outstanding carved pulpit and font. The large fully restored organ was kindly AD B C D DP DT T donated by St. Peter’s Church Loughborough and we hope visiting organists from other churches might like to play this beautiful instrument. All the church is wheelchair accessible except the Chancel which has three small steps. The event is not suitable for children under 5yrs. Max 10 people per tour/session. Church St is located immediately after St Thomas’ Primary School on Rd (A640). It is a small lane newly laid with speed bumps and passing places with a new church

TOUCHSTONES ROCHDALE: BLUE BADGE GUIDED HERITAGE TRAIL FOLLOWED BY AFTERNOON TEA

The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ

In support of Heritage Open Days 2019, join us on this free Blue Badge Guided Heritage Trail that will commence and finish at Touchstones Rochdale, where you will learn about Rochdale’s architectural heritage and gain insight into how Rochdale became world famous as the birthplace of the worldwide co-operative movement, BOOKING and reflect on what life was like in Rochdale during REQUIRED the nineteenth-century. The walk includes some steep inclines and some steps. The guide will meet visitors in the reception area of Touchstones Rochdale. Saturday Trails: 14 and 21 September: 1.30pm-2.30pm Touchstones Rochdale is an exciting Arts & Heritage Centre with a Museum, Art Gallery, Local Studies Centre, BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Ring 01706 924928 or Visitor Information Centre and gift shop, so following book in person at Rochdale Visitor Information your walk why not look around the building, then visit the Art Café to enjoy Afternoon Tea with tea or coffee, a Centre, Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade, variety of sandwiches and delicious cakes for £9.95 per Rochdale OL16 1AQ (Tuesday-Saturday 10am- head. Booking is essential as detailed below. 5pm) or email: [email protected].

14 TOUCHSTONES ROCHDALE The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ

Join artists Paul Fitzgerald and Eva Schlunke in this talk about their new graphic novel based on the BOOKING REQUIRED . Images from the book are featured in our new Heritage Gallery exhibition, Protest and Peterloo. Take the opportunity to look around and find Saturday 21 September: 11am-12pm out more about radical Sam Bamford.

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VIRTUAL ROCHDALE 1900 , The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AB

Rochdale’s fabulous Grade I Victorian Gothic town hall will be home to ‘Virtual Rochdale’ during Heritage Open Days. Virtual Rochdale has recreated the Town Centre as it would have looked over 100 years ago, by studying photographs and maps of the time and using this information within computer software to build a 3-dimensional views of old Rochdale where streets and buildings that are long gone can be explored and viewed from any angle. The Virtual Rochdale 1900 Tour is an interactive experience projected onto a large screen where the audience can take a virtual journey down any of the reconstructed streets showing the town as it was over a hundred years ago. Sunday 15 September: 11am-4pm AD B C D DP DT L T BOOKING NOT NECESSARY

YELLOWAY MOTOR COACH MUSEUM Outside Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AQ

A real treat for Rochdale folk seeking coach travel and holiday nostalgia will be a visit to the town by the mobile Yelloway Motor Coach Museum. The 1915 incorporation of Holt Bros (Rochdale) Ltd, celebrated in 2015 (see photo above), which became Yelloways Motor Services Ltd in 1932 operated luxury coach services from their Rochdale base from 1932 to 1988, taking locals on their annual holidays. This mobile museum is housed in an original 1976 Yelloway coach, converted into what is probably Britain’s smallest transport museum. Visitors will be able to view the collection of Yelloway memorabilia, Saturday 14 September: 10am-4pm photos, posters and model coaches.

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ARTS AND HERITAGE

Set beneath hills and wild moorland at the edge of the Based at Touchstones Rochdale, the Arts and Heritage , the borough’s beautiful landscape is dissected centre, our Visitor Information Centre’s friendly staff can by tranquil waterways and lakes where you can explore a provide you with information on local walks and tours, as fascinating heritage. The borough of Rochdale includes well as events, attractions and accommodation. the towns of Heywood, Littleborough and Middleton, each Visit the Shop an ideal place to get a unique gift or card. with their own unique flavour and attractions. Here you’ll Also sitting amongst us is The Art Cafe which boasts a enjoy a lovely area with beautiful historic gems. With wide selection of good food and drink offered to you in a award winning restaurants and bars, and surrounded by relaxed atmosphere. stunning countryside, the borough of Rochdale is a great place to discover

Rochdale Visitor Information Centre Touchstones Rochdale | The Esplanade, Rochdale | OL16 1AQ Open Tuesday - Saturday | 10am - 5pm

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