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Love Parks Week: Oldham's 32 parks offer summer activities
Oldham Council encourages residents to explore 32 parks and green spaces during Love Parks Week (24 July–2 August), featuring outdoor gyms, Junior Parkruns
Oldham Young People Exceed National Education Rates
93.2% of Oldham's 16 and 17-year-olds are in education and training, beating national and regional averages. NEET figures also fall significantly.
Northern Roots Urban Farm Opens in Oldham Sept 19
Oldham's Northern Roots, the UK's largest urban farm and eco-park, opens 19 September on 160 acres next to Alexandra Park with a new Welcome Centre and caf
Man Banned From Royal Oldham Hospital for Three Years
Andrew Stonier, 31, has been banned from Royal Oldham Hospital until June 2029 after making threats to staff, including threats to set fire to the building
Oldham Coliseum Theatre reopening delayed to 2027
Oldham Coliseum Theatre will remain closed until 2027 after surveys found widespread asbestos and structural defects. An extra £7m grant has been secured.
Oldham Coliseum Refurbishment: 2027 Reopening Confirmed
Oldham Coliseum Theatre will reopen in 2027 following major refurbishment. An extra £7m in grant funding has been secured to address structural work and as
Oldham Innovation Grant: Up to £10,000 for Businesses
Oldham Council is offering grants up to £10,000 to help businesses grow, create jobs and invest in equipment and technology. Priority given to manufacturin
Oldham StoryFest Returns 11 July at Library
Oldham StoryFest is back on 11 July with free author talks, illustration workshops and family activities at Oldham Library from 11am–3pm.
Brian Cox Launches Science Project in Oldham Schools
Professor Brian Cox launched the Active Science in Schools Project in Oldham, a partnership between Oldham Athletic Community Trust and AstraZeneca combini
J.R. Clynes Building wins Regeneration Project award
Oldham's restored J.R. Clynes Building has won Regeneration Project of the Year at the Construction News Awards 2026, reopening as a civic and cultural hub