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Tommyfield Park Opens in Oldham Town Centre — 1.5 acres
Tommyfield Park's first phase opens in Oldham town centre with walking trails, seating and an amphitheatre. Second phase planned for 2027.
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Oldham Secures £1 Million to Restore Grade II Listed Prudential Building
Oldham Council has won £1 million from Historic England to protect the derelict Prudential building on Union Street, designed by Alfred Waterhouse in 1889.
Foster Carer Linda Garforth Honoured After 35 Years in Oldham
Linda Garforth has cared for more than 200 children over 35 years as an Oldham foster carer. She was among 22 families recognised at the council's annual…
Restored J.R. Clynes Building Wins Two Major Construction Awards
The former Oldham Old Library on Greaves Street has won two awards at the 2026 British Construction and Infrastructure Awards for its heritage…
Royton Library Reopens at Temporary Location from 19 October
Royton Library moves to Downey House on Church Street from 19 October while essential flooring repairs are carried out at the original building on…
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Town Square Car Park Reopens 126 Additional Spaces in Oldham
Oldham Town Square Car Park has reopened approximately 126 additional parking spaces from 9 November ahead of the festive season and Christmas events.
Oldham Autumn/Winter 2026 Events: Free Feast of Fire and Christmas Programme
Oldham's Town of Culture 2026 programme includes Feast of Fire on 31 October, Christmas Lights Switch-On on 14 November, and festive weekend events…
Meet Oldham’s Town of Culture ambassadors
Oldham Council has named ambassadors including bestselling author Phaedra Patrick and actors from Oldham Theatre Workshop to champion the borough's…
Alt and Holts residents invited to shape £20m investment in their community
Alt and Holts residents invited to shape £20 million of government investment over 10 years through the Pride in Place programme. Neighbourhood Board now…
New market delivers strong results six months on as visitor numbers and trader sales surge
Oldham's relocated market at The Spindles has attracted over 50,000 visitors since opening in March, with traders reporting increased sales and footfall…
The Oldham Open is back to put local artists in the frame — and it's bigger than ever
Over 250 artworks on display at Gallery Oldham until 14 November. Free exhibition features local artists, with voting for People's Prize and work…
Northern Roots opens: A major new green space for Oldham welcomes first visitors
Northern Roots has opened in Oldham, transforming 160 acres next to Alexandra Park into a major visitor attraction with a working urban farm, cafe and…
Oldham Council agrees interim Lead Member arrangements to strengthen governance and accountability
Oldham Council has approved interim governance arrangements with Lead Members overseeing four key service areas while seeking a permanent Council Leader.
Oldham selected for two new Young Futures Hubs
Oldham has been selected for two Young Futures Hubs bringing together youth services, mental health support, training and employment routes for ages 10–25.
Historic chippy Levers makes a splash in new home as Spindles welcomes wave of new investment
Levers Fish and Chips has reopened in the Spindles at Market Place after 35 years serving Oldham, with the business bringing its historic blue plaque…
Nostalgic Oldham to bring free family fun and retro entertainment to town centre
Nostalgic Oldham brings free family entertainment to the town centre on 19 September, featuring vintage cars, live music, circus performances and a…
Council secures court order following unauthorised encampment at Oldham Edge
Oldham Council has secured a court order to remove an unauthorised encampment from Oldham Edge after residents raised concerns. The site was vacated on…
Royton Library temporarily closed for essential building works
Royton Library on Rochdale Road is temporarily closed for flooring investigations and repairs. Find alternative Oldham libraries and digital services.
The Spindles celebrates five major retail investments as town centre momentum continues
The Spindles has welcomed Cards Direct and North West, while H. Samuel, Daniel Christian Menswear and Lloyds Bank have completed major refurbishments.
20 free things to do in Oldham this summer
Oldham Council lists 20 free things to do this summer, including Gallery Oldham, library crafts, and the Oldham Time Trek trail.
