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Contents

2 Not to be missed

3 Major events

5 Borough-wide Disability Sports Programme

10 Heywood

Events and activities in this area including Heywood Sports Complex.

12 Middleton

Events and activities in this area including Middleton Arena and

Bowlee Park Sports Centre.

14 Pennines

Events and activities in this area including Littleborough Sports

Centre and Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre.

18 Rochdale

Events and activities in this area

including Rochdale Leisure Centre,

Springhill Sports Centre and

also Touchstones Rochdale.

Make this summer

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Don’t be stuck for something to do this summerbecause there are loads of things going on acrossRochdale borough.

Stay safe for summerAs well as having the best summeryet, we also want you to have asafe summer. Make sure you readour safe4summer top tips.

If you’re under 19 years old, make sure

you check out what’s happening in this

activity brochure. There’s something for

everyone - whether you’re into sports,

dance, arts or music. Turn up, get

involved and have fun! There’s no need

to be bored this summer.

Using this guide

This brochure lists lots of the activities

taking place over the holidays, but new

ones are being organised all the

time. If you can’t find

something you want to do

in here, make sure you

don’t miss out on the things you might

be interested in by looking on our

website www.rochdale.gov.uk/events

To make it easier for you, the events are

listed by areas based on where they’re

taking place, but you don’t have to stick

to activities in the area you live.

Other than events where you can

just turn up, you’ll need to book

your place on the activities. Look

out for the contact details

provided throughout.

Look out for this symbol.

your best one yet!

Free swimming

Swimming is free for 16s and

under in Link4Life swimming pools

across the borough. Please note

this only applies to general

swimming and not swimming

lessons.

Not to be missedExplore the country

Our borough is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The

Pennines region is on our doorstep waiting to be explored.

There are plenty of marked walks for you to do or join a

guided walk to discover the nature around you.

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All aboard the youth bus!

Keep an eye out for the mobile youth bus in

your area. Come and join us for games and

activities or come and chat to us for advice.

Contact Rochdale Borough Council’s

Youth Service on 01706 928844

Get together

To make the best of your summer,

why not join your local youth club?

Join with your mates or make new

ones and get to go on heaps of

exciting trips to the beach, theme

parks, water parks, museums and

tons of other cool places.

School’s out

But lots of schools remain open

over the holidays offering a wide

range of different activities and

events. Log onto your school’s

website for more details.

There are loads of free activities taking place in parks all over the borough throughout the summer.

Visiting your local park has never been more fun!

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Feel Good Festival

Friday 13 and Saturday 14 August

More live music, good food and great times!

Every summer, Rochdale’s indoor venues and

town centre are filled with some of the best

musicians, star chefs and artists. Put the

dates in your diary and get yourself down to

the town centre -all the entertainment is free.

On the Saturday there’ll also be a big main

stage by the beautiful Rochdale Town Hall,

with a great line up of live performances by

The Lightning Seeds, The Herbaliser, Kirsty

Almedia and The Travelling Band, plus

special guests.

Star chefs Gino D’Acampo, Aazam Ahmad and Andrew Nutter will be

demonstrating their culinary skills and sharing their recipes in the

celebrity food kitchen.

For the latest festival news see your local weekly newspaper, and visit

www.rochdale.gov.uk/events

Tour of Britain

The world’s top professional cyclists will saddle

up in Rochdale Town Centre to start the first

leg of a gruelling 8 day race to London. You’re

invited to give Britain’s Team Sky the biggest

cheer at the start line as they take on the

world’s best in the UK’s most important

international cycling competition.

Town centre activities and competitions will

keep you entertained all morning. Visit

www.rochdale.gov.uk/events.

Major events

NationalPlayday

4 August

The annual celebration of

children’s right to play.

On Playday thousands of

children, young people and

communities will get out to play at

hundreds of locally organised events across

the UK. You can be a part of it too!

Don’t miss out on a chance to play look

out for an event in a park near you.

Call 01706 747202 for more details.

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U-Nite

5 August, Hopwood Hall College,

Middleton Campus 11.30am - 6.00pm

Young people and professionals unite to discuss and decide

ways the borough can improve community relationships and

feelings of safety.

The event is calling on young people from diverse social,

economic and cultural backgrounds from across the borough.

You’ll work with the police, Rochdale Borough Council’s

community safety team and others to explore issues

such as antisocial behaviour, guns and gangs,

drugs, alcohol, racism and discuss how it affects

you and your communities.

Call Tom Byrne on 01706 924978 to book your

place, or email [email protected].

12 - 16 years

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Activities start on 2 August until

27 August, Monday-Friday,

10am-3.30pm.

At various locations across the borough.

For 14-19 years £5 per day

Sunsport is a specialist holiday activity

programme for young disabled people.

There’s a wide range of activities on

offer including trampolining, canoeing,

circus skills, rock climbing, drama, trail

walks, cycling and many more.

Sunsport also provides a full range of

personal care enabling young people

to be fully supported for the day.

Sunsport

Keep your stuff safeWhen out and about this summer usingpublic transport or attending events,don’t leave your bags unattended andkeep your purses, wallets, phones andpersonal stereos out of sight. Call Graeme Hill on 01706

Disability Sports Pr

Saturday KlubsSaturday Klubs offer a youth club

environment for young disabled people.

A wide range of activities is on offer including

sports, training opportunities, chance to make

new friends, Duke of Edinburgh and lots more.

The Saturday Klubs are a safe and relaxing

environment staffed by qualified and

experienced people who can offer a full

range of personal care. Every Saturday,

10.30am-2.30pm.

For 8-19 years £1

Middleton Klub

Bowlee Park Sports Centre,Life Wellness Centre,Windermere Road,Middleton, M24 4LA.

Heywood Klub

Woodland Community School, RegentStreet, Heywood, OL10 3BX .

Littleborough Klub

Littleborough CommunityCampus, Calderbrook Road,Littleborough, OL15 9JQ.

7 926203 for further details.

Make sure you check other activities

in this book!Other activities that are listed

in this booklet may be able to cater for children and young people

with disabilities depending on what their needs are.

Get in touch using the contact details provided for each activity and find out.

rogramme

Heywood

Free play sessions Fun and exciting activitiesand team games

Queen’s Park26-30 July and 16-20August, 1.30pm-4.30pm6-14 years

Coronation Avenue2 -6 August and 23-27August, 1.30pm - 4.30pm6-14 years

The Yard, DarnhillEvery day Monday - Friday4-9 years 12-2pm10-14 years 2-4pm

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SportsFriday Night Project, Jack Talbot Sports Centre

Make Friday nights the best night of theweek. There’s plenty on offer to keep youactive including football and work outsessions in the gym. Plus lots more!

Every Friday starting 23 July – 3 September, 5.45pm-8.30pm

11-19 years Free

Football – Astro-turf, Jack Talbot Sports Centre

Grab your boots for football training and matches.

Every Wednesday starting 28 July – 1 September, 7-9pm

12 – 19 years Free

No need to book just turn up under 6 with an adult.

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Sports in the park,Queen’s Park

Pop to the park and take part indifferent games including roundersand football, plus more.

Mondays and Tuesdays starting 26 and 27 July, 2,3, 9, 10, 16, 17 and 31 August, 5.30pm-8pm


Wet and wild,Queen’s Park

Outdoor water fun11 August, 1-3pm


Health walk and NationalPlayday, Queen’s Park

4 August, 12-4pmAction packed day involving sports,games, prizes and lots of fun.


Walking to the windmills

Get together with friends or make newones on this leisurely and educationalwalk to the windmills.

17 August, 11am

12 -19 years Free

Outdoor activities

Unless contact details are specified,

to book your place on these activities email the Youth Service: [email protected]

or call 01706 928844.

Synchronise watchesWhen you’re out having fun,don’t forget to let your parentsknow where you’ll be and whattime you’ll be back, that waythey won’t stress or worry!

Heywood

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Clubs & groupsGet together with your mates or makenew ones at your local youth club.Offering games, arts and crafts, music,competitions, loads of fun trips and aplace to chill.

Time 4 changeyouth group,Norden Library

Every Tuesday starting 27 July – 17 August,6pm-9pm

11 – 19 years

Where it’s @ Group, Norden Library

Every Friday starting6 August – 20 August, 6pm-9pm

11 – 19 years

Darnhill Junior Youth Club,The Yard, Darnhill

Every Tuesday starting27 July – 31 August, 6.30pm- 9pm

10 – 13 years

Join your local youth club

and go on trips like this

Darnhill Senior Youth Club, The Yard, Darnhill

Every Thursday starting29 July – 2 September

6pm-9pm

13 - 19 years


to book your place on these activities email the Youth Service:[email protected]

or call 01706 928844.

Arts & craftsCommunity Arts Project,Norden Old Library

Take part in a variety of visual andperformance art activities.

Every Friday starting 30 July – 20August, 1pm-4pm

11- 19 years Free

Family fun at your local children’s centreA huge variety of family friendly activities, support,information and advice for families with children aged 0 – 5years including stay and play, art and craft sessions andspecial summer fun days. Older siblings also welcome duringthe school holidays.

In this area visit:

j Derby Street Children’s Centre, Derby Street OL10 4QJ

j Woodland Children’s Centre, Regent Street, OL10 3BX

Get active and have fun in your local park this summer. There’s something for everyone!

Have a walk around the lake, feed the ducks, test out the outdoor gym and play tennis or bowls at Queen’s Park.

Learning & Life skillsCommunity litter-pick, Norden Quarry

Do something good for the areawhere you live.

26 July, 12.30-3pm

11 -19 years Free

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Heywood Sports Complex

Cricket

Join us for a week long cricket campwhere you’ll learn to bat and bowl andplay fun games.

26-30 July and 16-20 August, 1pm-3pm

For 7-12 years £12.50

Tag rugby

Join us for a week long rugby campwhere you’ll learn the basics of the gameand play fun matches (non contact).

2-6 August and 23-27 August, 1pm-3pm

For 7-12 years £12.50

Mini Red Tennis Tournament

Played on smaller courts with shorterrackets and soft balls. This introductionto tennis gives the chance for long ralliesand fun games.

9 August and 1 September, 1pm-3pm

For 7-12 years £2.50

Multi sports

Come and try out a variety of sports.

13 August, 1pm to 3pm


Sports

Dodgeball

Come and join us for a fun and fastgame of dodgeball.

11 August and 3 September, 1pm-3pm


For all activities a signed parentalconsent form is required

These are sport centre pages. To book your place

on activities listed, make sure you phone the centre.

The swimming pool at Heywood will close on Sunday 1 August – part of the final stages in getting ready to open the new pool at Heywood Sports Village on 20 September.

From Thursday 22 July until 31 July theholiday pool programme will be as shownopposite:

Learn to swim

Learn with our qualified instructors andwork towards a formal Amateur SwimmingAssociation approved qualification. 30minute lesson every day.

5 Day Courses: Monday-Friday, 26-30 July£19.75 or £15 with passport to leisure card

Stage 1 For non-swimmers - no experience

11am-11.30am or 11.30am-12pm

For 3 years +

Stage 2Must have Stage 1 or be confident in water

10am-10.30am or 10.30am-11am

For 3 years +

Stage 3Must have Stage 2

9.30am-10am

For 3 years +

For all courses please contact the centre inadvance to book your place discountsavailable for all learn to swim direct debitmembers – ask for details.

Aquatics

Public Pool Sessions All sessions free for 16s

Day Large Pool

Monday 2.30pm - 5pm

6pm - 7pm

Tuesday 3.30pm - 6.30pm

Wednesday 1pm - 2pm

3pm - 4.30pm

5.30pm - 7pm

Thursday 3.30pm - 6pm

Friday 2.30pm - 5.30pm

Saturday 11am - 12noon

1pm - 3.30pm

Sunday 10.30am - 12noon

Take the plungeDown your local poolunder 16s swim4free.Don’t risk your lifeswimming in rivers,lakes or reservoirs!

Heywood Sports Complex

Aquatics

Bus Timetable

Castleton Pool Programme

Monday-Friday Saturday-Sunday

Family Swim 10.30am - 12pm - (all children must be with an adult)

Adults Only 12pm - 1pm -

Public Swimming 1pm - 4pm 10.30am - 1.30pm

From Monday 2 August-Friday 3 September, a daily free circular bus service will runfrom the Heywood Sports Complex to Castleton Pool, calling also at RochdaleCentral Leisure centre and Middleton Arena.

Decide what time you want to leave Heywood and which pool you’ll be visiting, thenmake a note of what bus you want to catch to get back to Heywood - make sureyou know where the bus will stop on the way back.

For Middleton and Rochdale pool details see the relevant sections

Bus leavesHeywoodSports Village

9.30am

10.45am

12noon

1.30pm

2.45pm

No service

Calls at Rochdale Central

9.45am

11am

12.15pm

1.45pm

3pm

4.15pm

Calls atCastleton Pool

10am

11.15am

12.30pm

2pm

3.15pm

4.30pm

Calls at Middleton Arena

Arr: 10.15am Dep: 10.30am

Arr: 11.30am Dep: 11.45am

Arr: 12.45pm Dep: 1.15pm



Arr: 4.45pm Dep: 5pm

Returns toHeywood Sports Village

10.45am

12noon

1.30pm

2.45pm

4pm

5.15pm

For weekend services visit: www.link4life.org/heywoodvillage

Middleton

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SportsFootball, St Mary’s Astro-turf,Woodstreet

Grab your boots and join in the trainingand matches.

Every Friday from 30 July until 27August, 6.30pm-7.30pm


Multi-sports

There’s plenty on offer to keep youactive including football, trampoliningand work out sessions in the gym, pluslots more!

Every Friday from 30 July until 27 Augustat various locations and times as follows:

Bowlee Sports Centre,

Windermere Road, 8pm-9pm

Middleton Arena,

6.30pm -8.30pm

Cardinal Langley High School,

7pm-8pm

11 -19 years Free



or call 01706 928844.

Football tournament, HopwoodHall College, Middleton Campus

Get into the World cup fever and takepart in your own football tournamentright here. Enter as a team or join oneon the day.

Every Wednesday from 11 August until25 August,12.30pm-2.30pm

11-19 years £1

Football, 3G pitch Hopwood HallCollege, Middleton Campus

Grab your boots and join in the trainingand matches on this special 3G pitch.

Every Wednesday from 11 August until25 August,12.30pm-2.30pm

11-19 years £1.50

Tennis

Learn new skills and compete in funtournaments both singles and doubles. Boysand girls welcome, medals and prizes to bewon.

1-3pm at the venues and dates below:

Truffet Park,

10 and 12 August

King George’s Park,

3 and 4 August 8-12 years

Boarshaw Park,

5 and 6 August 5-8 years

Parent/ guardian consent form must becompleted before sessions start.

Booking is essential on01706 926231 or [email protected]

£1.50

Also check out these atHopwood Hall College

Various activities are happening atHopwood Hall all summer such asarts and crafts, American football,self-defence, treasure hunts,basketball, tennis, badminton,cricket, indoor hockey, juniorcircuits and quizzes. Bouncy castlesand a junior gym will be availablefor the juniors. Refreshments andsnacks will be provided throughoutthe activity schemes.

Booking is essential and places arelimited on a first come, first servedbasis.

Contact 0161 653 2070 for moredetails.

Get active and have fun in your local park this summer. There’s something for everyone! Check out Jubilee Park and Truffet Park, Langley. Don’t miss the events in the parks including:

Make a mosaic Design and make a mosaic (a picture out of tiles) which will be displayed at Truffet Park on Bowness Road.27-30 July 2010, 11am-2pm Free just turn up - but early because places are limited.

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Free play sessions

Fun and exciting activities and team games

Parkfield/ Limefield

26-30 July and 16-20 August, 1.30pm-4.30pm

King George V playing fields

2-6 August and 23-27 August, 1.30pm - 4.30pm

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Middleton

Join your local youth club and go on trips like this

BBQ bangersMake sure your bangers arecooked, not you! Never leave aBBQ unattended and don’t getdistracted by drinking alcohol.


Outdoor activitiesMiddleton team challenge,Rhodes Youth Centre

Lots of fun and prizes to be won.

9 August, 12pm-4pm Free

Fun day, Rhodes Youth Centre

Action packed day involving sports,games, prizes and lots of fun.

14 August, 12pm-4pm Free

Teddy bear’s picnic, Hall slope,Alkrington Woods, offAlkrington Park Road,Middleton

Bring along your children and teddybears for the friends of AlkringtonWoods most popular annual event!Includes children’s entertainer UncleChris to keep the kids amused!

25 August , 2pm

Approx length of time: 2-3 hours

Free, no need to book just turn up.

Clubs & groups Get together with your mates or makenew ones at your local youth club.Offering games, arts and crafts, music,competitions, loads of fun trips and aplace to chill.

Rhodes Youth Centre, Kelvin Avenue

Open on all the days below at varioustimes:

28 and 29 July, 6pm - 8.45pm

2 and 3 August, 12.30pm - 4pm

4 and 5 August, 6pm - 8.45pm

10 August, 12.30pm - 4pm

11 and 12 August , 6pm - 8.45pm

16 and 17 August , 12.30pm - 4pm


23 and 24 August , 12.30pm - 2.30pm


11 – 19 years

Girls groups

Girls only allowed! Take part in avariety of activities including arts andcrafts, indoor and outdoor games anddiscussions.


j Alkrington Children’s Centre, Kirkway, M24 1FL

j Boarshaw Children’s Centre, Stanycliffe Lane, M24 2PB

j Hollin Children’s Centre, Tintern Road, M24 6JP

j Langley Children’s Centre, Windermere Road, M24 4LA

Stanycliffe Social Centre,Stanycliffe Lane,

Every Monday starting 26 July – 23August 2010, 6pm - 8.30pm

Hollins Surestart Centre, Tintern Road

Every Monday starting 26 July – 23

August 2010, 5pm-7pm

11-19 years

Boarshaw boys group, StanycliffeSocial Centre, Stanycliffe Lane

Boys only! Games, pool, table tennis,football and loads more.

Every Wednesday starting

28 July – 25 August 2010, 6.30pm - 9pm

11 – 19 years

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or call 01706 928844.

Middleton Arena

Sports Tuesdays Sport zone

Full day of sports activities and fun,including multi-sports, a range of gamesand a fun pool session. Packed Lunch and swimming kit required. Lunch will be unsupervised.

Starts 27 July until 31 August, 10am–3pm


Wednesdays Fit and Fun

Take part in a gym, swim, and funmorning. Start the day with a poolsession, followed by a workout in theSHOKK gym, finishing with SHOKK circuit skills and sports.

Starts 28 July until 1 September, 10am -1pm

For 8-15 years £2

Thursdays Active kids

Half a day of sports activities includingmulti-sports, games and a fun pool skillssession. Drinks and swimming kit required.

Starts 29 July until 2 September10am–12.30pm 1.30pm-4pm

For 5-7 years £2 per session

Fridays Arena challenge

Come and compete in MiddletonArena’s weekly tournament. Eachweek is a different sport. Medals andtrophies to be won.

30 July, 6, 20 and 27 August and 3 September, 1pm-4pm

For 8–14 years £2

Week 1: DodgeballWeek 2: CricketWeek 4: HandballWeek 5: FootballWeek 6: Mini Olympics

(Includes swimsession, swimming kit required)

Stuck on youSticking with your mates this summer will not only be more fun but it’s

safer than travelling or wandering around the borough on your own.Keep to well lit areas after nightfall and rather than hanging out onthe street, go to your local youth club.

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Other activitiesTennis

Ace your way through these 2 days of tennis, learning the shots to play realtennis. Finish with a mini competition. Prizes and medals to be won.

Training:

9 August, 1pm-3pm

For 5-10 years

Competition:

13 August, 1pm-3pm

For 5-10 years

£3 per session

Trampolining

Bounce, tuck, pike and even somersault in this fun trampoline session.

On these dates only 26 July, 2, 16, 23 August,

1pm-2.30pm for 5-8 years

2.30pm-4pm for 8-14 years

£2.50 per session

Parent/guardian consent form must becompleted before session starts

Booking is essential. Call the Arena to book your place.

How the Koalalearnt to hug

Join Steven and a hostof wild characters forsome great stories,sing along songs,superb games andfirst class hugging.

Tuesday 27 July,2.30pm for 6-12years.

Tickects: £5, £6, £20 (family of 4)

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Middleton Arena

Aquatics For all courses please contact thecentre in advance to book your place.

Discounts available for all learn toswim direct debit members – ask fordetails.

Learn to swim

Learn with our qualified instructorsand work towards a formal AmateurSwimming Association approvedqualification.

30 minute lesson every day

8 day course (over 2 weeks):

£31.60 or £24 with Passport to Leisure

7 day course:


Stage 1 For non-swimmers – no experience

27-30 July and 3-6 August, 11am-11.30am (8 days)

For 3-8 years

Stage 2 Must have stage 1 or be confident in water

27-30 July and 3-6 August, 11.30am-12pm (8 days)

10-13 Aug and 17-20 August, 11am-11.30am (8 days)

For 5 years +

Stage 3Must have stage 2

10-13 August and 17-20 August,11.30am-12pm (8 days)

24-27, 31 August and 2, 3 September,11am-11.30am (7 days)

For 5 years +

Stage 4 Refine your swimming skills

24-27 August and 31 August - 3 September, 11.30am-12pm (7 days)

For 5 years +

Rookie lifeguard bronze

Enhance your lifesaving and survivalskills over this 7 day course:

24-27, 31 August and 2, 3 September,10am-11am

For 8 years +


Snorkelling

Underwater fun using snorkels, masksand fins.

2 day course: Wednesday and Friday,for 8 -16 years

3 and 5 August, 9.30am-11am £6

2 day course: Wednesday and Friday, for 5-9 years

28 and 30 July, 4 and 6 August,9.45am-1.45am £5



Water skills

Developing water confidence skillsand abilities with fun, games andobstacle courses.

Starts 27 July until 2 September

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am-10.30am

For 5-9 years £2.50 per session

Aqua tots

Supervised play session in the learnerpool for babies/toddlers and carers.


Every Tuesday, Wednesday andThursday, 12.15pm-1.15pm


Aqua jets

Twist and dive in the pool with funsized motorised submersibles travellingup to 2mph.


Every Wednesday and Friday,

9.30am-10am


Canoeing

Run by qualified instructors, take partin this fun canoe session.

10, 12, 17 and 19 August , 9.30am-11am

For 8 years and above £7

Public Pool Sessions Swim4free for under 17s (All sessions without an instructor)

Main pool Learner pool

Monday 9am-2pm, 5.30pm-7pm 11am-2pm

Tuesday 1.15pm-4pm, 5pm-7.30pm 1.15pm-4pm, 5pm-6.45pm,

8.15pm-9.45pm

Wednesday 11am-12noon, 1.15pm-2.45pm 1.15pm-2.45pm, 7.45pm-9.30pm

Thursday 11am-12noon,12.15pm-1.15pm,

1.15pm-4.30pm, 5.30pm-7pm 2pm-4.30pm, 5.30pm-9pm

Friday 11am-12noon, 1.15pm-6pm 1.15pm-6pm

Saturday 10.30am-11.30am,12.45pm-1.45pm,

3pm-5.30pm 9am-10.30am,11.30am-2pm, 3pm-4pm

Sunday 10am-12noon,12noon-4pm 9am-5.30pm

* Bank Holiday opening times: 10am-5pm

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Bowlee Park Sports Centre

Sports Mondays Sports zone

A wide range of sports activities over 4 hours

Starts 26 July until 23 August, 12pm-4pm

For 8-14 years

Tuesdays Tri-golf indoor

An introduction into mini golf forchildren indoors including fun games


For 8-14 years

Tuesdays Multi-sports

Every Tuesday from 27 July until 31August, 2pm-3pm

For 5-8 years

Tuesdays Little soccer stars

Football skills in partnership withLangley Children’s Centre and PhilGallimore, Sports in the Community.


For under 5’s

This sessions must be bookedon 0161 653 9526

Free session

Tuesdays Art classes

Starts 27 July until 10 August 10.30am-12pm

For 5-15 years

Wednesdays Trampoline


12.30pm-1.30pm - for 5-8 years

1.30pm-2.30pm - for 8 years and over

Wednesdays Boxer circuit classes

On these dates only 28 July, 4, 25,August and 1 September

12.30pm-1.30pm - for 5-8 years

1.30pm-2.30pm - for 8 years and over

Thursdays Mini-Olympics and football skills


1pm-2.30pm Mini-Olympics

2.45pm-3.45pm Football skills

For 8 years and over

Fridays Trampoline


10.30am-11.30am - for 5-8 years

11.30am-12.30pm - for 8 years and over

Other activitiesSHOKK gym

Shokk gym and dance matsessions led by a qualifiedinstructor.

Every Monday to Fridaystarting 26 July until 3 September

11.30am-12.30pm,12.30pm-1.30pm and1.30pm-2.30pm

For 8-15 years

Football skills

Football skills inpartnership with Phil GallimoreSports in the Community.

Every Monday to Friday starting 26 Julyuntil 3 September

10am-12pm

For 8 years and over

This sessions must be bookedon 07979683999.

Free session

* Closed on Bank Holiday Monday

Part funded by Middleton Holiday at Home,Extended Schools and Middleton Family Fitproject and working in partnership withLangley Children's Centre and Bowlee ParkCommunity School.

1 Choose the activities you want to do

2 Contact the Centre to book yoursessions

3 Pay a £5 booking fee for each childthat’s 6 weeks of activities for just £5!Or pay 50p per activity.

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Pennines

Softball/Rounders, Firgroveplaying fields

Get on the field for a friendly game

18 August, 2pm – 6pm

11 – 19 years

Multi-sports at WardleworthCommunity Centre

There’s plenty on offer to keep youactive including football, trampoliningand work out sessions, plus lots more!

Girls only on 2 August, 12pm – 4pm

Boys only on 4 August, 12pm-4pm

11 – 19 years

SportsFootball, Soccer Village

Grab your footy boots for footballtraining and matches.

Every Friday from 30 July until 27 August, 5pm – 7pm

Every Saturday from 24 July until 28 August, 11am – 1pm

11 - 19 years

Football competition, Firgroveplaying fields

Get into the world cup fever and takepart in a boroughwide footballtournament. Enter as a team or joinone on the day.

26 July, 2pm – 6pm for 10-14 years

28 July, 2pm – 6pm for 15 -19 years

Pool and air hockeytournament qualifiers, FirgrovePavillion Youth Centre

Compete against your mates.

29 July, 2 -6pm

12 – 19 years

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Clubs & groupsGet together with your mates or makenew ones at your local youth club.Offering games, arts and crafts, music,competitions, loads of fun trips and aplace to chill.

Firgrove Youth Club, FirgrovePavillion Youth Centre

Open on the following days:28 July 6pm – 9pm29 July 5.30pm – 8.30pm12 August 6pm -9pm13 August 5pm – 8pm16 August 6pm – 9pm19 August 5pm – 8pm30 August 5pm – 8 pm1 September 6pm – 9pm

11 -19 years

Youth session (girls only),Gower Street

Girls only allowed! Mixture of activitiesincluding arts and crafts, indoor andoutdoor games, discussions and fun.

2 and 9 August, 6pm – 9pm

11 -19 Years

Arts & craftsCentre based arts project, FirgrovePavillion Youth Centre

Take part in a variety of visual andperformance art activities.

26, 29 July, 12, 16, 18 August, 2pm – 6pm

11 – 19 years

Pennines

Outdoor activities Mini-Olympics, Firgrove playingfields

Get set for the 2012 Olympics by takingpart in boroughwide Mini-Olympics.

13 August, 1pm – 5pm

11 – 19 years

Littleborough’s VictorianHeritage walk starts atLittleborough Square

Join the friends of Hollingworth Lake onthis heritage walk throughLittleborough’s Victorian past.

8 August, 1pm

No need to book just turn up.

Walk, Hollingworth Lake

A scenic walk around Hollingworth Lake.

18 August, 11am

11 -19 years

Free play sessions

Fun and exciting activities and team games

Hare Hill Park26-30 July and 16-20 August, 1.30pm-4.30pm

Milnrow Memorial Gardens9 -13 August and 31 August - 3 September, 1.30pm - 4.30pm



or call 01706 928844.


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Learning & life skillsCooking project, FirgrovePavillion Youth Centre

Become a whiz in the kitchen and jointhis cooking programme.

9 August, 2pm – 6pm, 12 August, 4pm – 6pm, 16 August, 3pm – 6pm, 18 August, 3pm – 6pm

11 – 19 years

First aid course at MilnrowYouth Centre –

Learn how to save lives and basic firstaid techniques whilst gaining aqualification

16 August, 10am-5pm

13 -19 years

Get active and have fun in your local park this summer. There’s something for everyone!

In your area why not visit:Milnrow Memorial ParkStannybrook ParkHare Hill ParkWardle Park

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j Littleborough Children’s Centre, Denhurst Road, OL15 9LD

j Moorhouse Children’s Centre, Crossley Street, OL16 4DR

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Littleborough Sports Centre

Sports The summer programme lasts for 6weeks. During this time there are loadsof extra activities to keep you fitthroughout the holidays.

There’s something to do almost everyday! We advise that you book yourplace to avoid disappointment.

Mondays Cricket

Supervised session to improvecricketing skills. You will be coached inareas of batting, bowling and fielding.

Starts 26 July until 23 August1pm-3pm

8-13 years £2.50

Tuesdays Street dance

Learn fun and funky dance routines tochallenge your feet and work on yourrhythm.

Starts 27 July until 24 August 10am-11.30am

8-13 years £2.50

Tuesdays Tag rugby

A non contact fun session where youwill learn new skills including passing,speed and agility. A fast team sport toget you fit.

Starts 27 July until 24 August 1pm-3pm

8-11 years £2.50

Wednesdays Mountain biking

Structured session focusing on safetyand skills. The session includes anobstacle course for the olderparticipants. All bikes and safetyequipment are provided on the day.

Starts 28 July until 25 August2pm-3.30pm

7-14 years £5

Thursdays Athletics

Mixed supervised session where youwill be coached on numerous athleticdisciplines including hurdles and foamjavelins. A busy session with lots ofvariety.

Starts 29 July until 26 August11am-12.30pm for 5-8 years 1pm-3pm for 8-13 years £2.50

Fridays Toddler gym

Supervised sessions for toddlers.

Starts 30 July until 27 August10am-11am

1-4 years £1.25



Please note that as of 30 August 2010 normal timetable activities at Littleborough Sports Centre will start

again. Ring the centre for full details.

Fridays Fundamentals

Fun sports and games for youngerchildren designed to develop essential movement skills.

Starts 30 July until 27 August 10am-11am

5-8 years £1.55

Fridays Basketball

Learn new skills in a great energeticteam sport. Skills include passing,dribbling and speed work.

Starts 30 July until 27 August 1pm-3pm

8-13 years £2.50

* Bank Holiday opening

times: 10am-5pm

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Holingworth Lake Water Activity Centre

Mini splash*

Especially for the younger children,these sessions give you a chance tobuild confidence both in and on thewater. These sessions are designed asan introduction to the water soswimming ability is not essential.

Starts 26-28 July until 2 September

Every Monday, Tuesday andWednesday 1.30pm-2.30pm or 3pm-4pm

4-6 years £7.50

Multi activity*

These courses are an ideal introductionto outdoor pursuits and an excitingand challenging way to spend 3 daysof your holiday. The course consists of1 session in sailing, windsurfing, rockclimbing, mountain biking, teambuilding and kayaking (subject toweather conditions).

Starts 26 July until 25 August with theexception of 31 August 1, 2 September

Every Monday, Tuesday andWednesday 9.45am-1pm

7-14 years £60

Splashout

This summer holiday course offers achoice between sailing and Kayaking.The main emphasis of this session is tohave fun but to challenge the childrenat the same time.


Every Thursday and Friday 3.30pm-5pm

7-9 years £22.50

Junior rock climbing

An introduction to the challengingsport of rock climbing. Using indoorclimbing walls and local outdoorclimbing sites you will learn some ofthe skills required of modern climbersin a fun and relaxed way.

Over 3 half day sessions, climbingtechniques and safety awareness willbe developed to allow the groupmembers to support each other atsome of the best climbing locations inthe region.

2-4 July ,16-18 August and 31 August

Every Monday, Tuesday andWednesday 2pm-5.30pm

7-14 years £70

*These sessions are not running during

the Bank Holiday.



BeginnersWeekend kids clubs

Our weekend kids clubs offer anintroductory session in your chosenactivity or a place to practice basic skillsand build up your confidence. Sessionsrun throughout the summer season(depending on the weather conditionswe reserve the right to change theactivities provided at short notice)Booking is essential for these activities.

Saturdays Kayaking

Starts 31 July until 4 September -9.45am-11.30am

7-14 years £10

Saturdays Mountain biking

On these dates only 31 July, 14 and 28August - 1.30pm-3.30pm

10-14 years £10

Pre-requisites: must be able to ride abike

Sundays Sailing

On these dates only 1, 15, 29 August9.45am-11.30am

7-14 years £10

Sundays Climbing

9.45am-12.30am

For 7-14 years £10

Sundays Windsurfing

9.45am-11.30am

10-14 years £10

Holingworth Lake Water Activity Centre

Paddle Squad (Kayaking)

The Paddle Squad is our junior kayakand canoe club.

You’ll learn a range of new skills fromrescue techniques to river runningwhile improving your paddling andplaying games like kayak polo.

T15 Hollingworth Hunters(Windsurfing)

The T15 Club is a fun and excitingwindsurfing club for under 16s. Youwill learn new skills from racing tofreestyle training and will get theopportunity to compete as part of theHollingworth Squad in T15 events.

Pre-requisites

OnBoard Squad (Sailing) RYA Youth Stage 2

Paddle Squad (Kayak/Canoe)Paddlepower Passport Level 5

T15 Squad (Windsurfing) YouthWindsurfing Stage 2

You can also visit our websitewww.link4life.org/holwac formore details.

*Normal opening hours on Bank Holiday.

IntermediatesPhone the centre for information andbookings on 017066 370499.

On board Squad HollingworthHurricanes (Sailing)

Paddle Squad HollingworthHawks (Kayaking)

T15 Hollingworth Hunters(Windsurfing)

7-16 years

2 hours

Every Tuesday starting 3 until 31 August

Our advanced clubs in sailing,windsurfing and paddling are a funand easy way to help children developskills and knowledge in their chosenactivity. By introducing more advancedskills and techniques they are able toprogress quickly and get theopportunity to use the centre’s moreadvanced equipment.

OnBoard Squad (Sailing)

The OnBoard Squad is aimed atimproving your sailing skills andlearning the tactics of racing plusplaying a few fun games.

Safe4summer fun in open water, Hollingworth Lake Water Activity Centre

Remember

This is a wet activity so spare clothingwould be advisable, Refreshments aren’tprovided so you might want to bring yourown food.

Book now call the Water ActivityCentre on 01706 370499. Places are limited so booking is essential.

Try out kayaking, wind-surfing, sailingand rowing and learn how to keep safewhilst having fun in the water. Firefighterswill giving educational talks and showingfilms that offer you lifesaving advice onhow to save yourself if you encounterdifficulties in open water before you takepart in these free water sports.

Every Monday from 19 July until 23 August

2 sessions per day: 12.45pm – 3.30pm and3.15pm – 6pm 11 -17 years

FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICERochdale Borough

01706 719900 [email protected] www.rochdale.gov.uk/childcare

For information about childcare and family activitiesin your area throughout

the summer

Providing FREE information on a widerange of childcare and family services

Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre

Dragonflies and Damselflies

Dragonflies and damselflies, mayfliesand midges – have-a-go at discoveringthe life cycles of these amazing watercreatures.

22 July 1pm Duration 2-3 hours

11-14 years

Booking essential

Family pond dip

Celebrate Rochdale Canal Festival andhelp with a new national Water Surveyrun by the OPAL ….and discover whatwildlife lurks within our pond.Children must be accompanied by anadult.

24 July 2.00pm

Duration 2 hours

County craft display day

Traditional craft displays anddemonstrations throughout the day.Come along and have a go.

1 August 11.00am - 4.00pm


WILD about Rochdale

A biodiversity theme for these summerholiday activities. Parents andguardians always welcome. Entry byticket only. Cost £1.50, payable onbooking.

3 and 12 August

Fun in the country

8 - 12 years.

3 August

Adventure day

Join us for another out of schooladventure day.

12 August 2.00pmDuration 2 hours

11 - 14 years

Wildlife fete

A day of fun games, stalls and wildlifeinformation at Hollingworth LakeCountry Park. Organised by theLancashire Wildlife Trust.

15 August 11am - 4pm


To book your place on activities listed on this

page please call the visitors centre on 01706373421.

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ProgrammeMiddleton Parish Middleton from 9.30 26/July/10

St.Luke’s CE Primary Heywood from 9.30 2/Aug/10Littleborough Primary from 9.30 9/Aug/10Caldershaw Primary from 9.30 16/Aug/10

Helmets will be provided, £5 to secure your place, refundable on completion of the course

A Fantastic Opportunityfor Summer Holidays 20104 Mornings Free Cycle Training

Contact The Impact Partnership Road Safety Unit, Tel 01706 924605

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SportsFootball, Soccer Factory – 5 a side

Grab your boots for 5-a-side footballtraining and matches.

Every Friday from 23 July until 27 August, 6pm-8pm

11 - 19 years

Multi-sports

There’s plenty on offer to keep youactive including football, trampoliningand work out sessions in the gym, pluslots more!

Kirkholt youth centre

29 July, 12, 19, 26 August, 5.30pm – 8pm

Heybrook Primary School

30 July, 6pm – 9pm

11 – 19 years

Badminton, Springhill sportsacademy

Come for a game and learn new racquetskills on the court.

Every Monday 26 July until 23 August,6.15pm – 9pm

13 -19 years

Gym, Rochdale Central Leisure Centre

Get fit and healthy this summer

Every Thursday from 29 July until 26 August, 6pm – 7pm

Aquatics swimming club,Rochdale Central Leisure Centre

Get wet and wild in the pool and enjoyour water slides.


11- 19 years

Boxing, Hamer Boxing Club

Step into the ring and learn how to bea boxer.


11 – 19 years



or call 01706 928844.

Arts & CraftsCreative arts workshop, Kirkholt Community Centre

Take part in a variety of visual andperformance art activities

Every Wednesday from 28 July until 25 August, 1pm – 3.30pm

11 - 19 Years

Top gearDon’t spoil the sound of summerwith the noise of revving enginesand petrol fumes from off-roadbiking.It’s illegal to ride mini motor bikesor quads on public roads or land.Illegal off-road bikers face havingtheir bikes seized, or evencrushed.Join a legitimate club.

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Join your local youth club

and go on trips like thisClubs & groups Get together with your mates or makenew ones at your local youth club.Offering games, arts and crafts, music,competitions, loads of fun trips and aplace to chill.

Senior youth club, KirkholtYouth Centre

Every Monday from 26 July until 23 August, 5.30pm – 8pm

14 – 19 years

Sparth youth group, SparthCommunity Centre

Every Wednesday from 21 July until 11 August 5.30 – 8.30pm

11 - 19 Years

Sudden youth group, SuddenCommunity Centre

Every Thursday from 29 July until 26 August, 5pm – 8pm

11 - 19 years

Junior youth club, KirkholtYouth centre

Every Tuesday from 27 July until 24 August, 5.30pm – 8pm

11 – 14 years

Syke youth club

Every Friday from 30 July until 3 September, 5.30pm – 8.30pm

11- 19

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Outdoor activitiesGames, Springfield Park

Pop to the park and take part in differentgames including rounders and football,plus more.

12 August, 11am

11 -19 years

Games in the park, Greave

Pop to the park and take part in differentgames including rounders and football,plus more.

18, 25 August and 1 September, 2pm - 6pm

11- 19 years

Have-a-go fishing, Healey Dellstation road car parks, Broadley

Have-a-go at fishing on this ranger-led 45 minute taster session. Rods and reelsprovided.

26 August

Booking essential and limitedplaces available so book now on01706 373421.



or call 01706 928844.

Free play sessions Fun and exciting activitiesand team games

Springfield Park9-13 August and 31August -3 Spetember,1.30pm-4.30pm

Broadfield Park2-6 August and 23-27August, 1.30pm-4.30pm

Chesham Avenue9 -13 August and 3-31August, 1.30pm - 4.30pm


Learning & Life skillsCommunity work, KirkholtYouth Centre

Do something good for the area whereyou live.

Every Monday from 26 July until 23August, 1.30pm – 3.30pm

11 – 19 years

Junior Sports Leadership Awardcourse, Oulder Hill and FalingeHigh School

Take part in a fun course and developskills to become a sports leader, whilstalso gaining a national qualification.

Every Tuesday from 27 July until 30 August, 10am – 5pm

11- 19 years

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First Aid Course

Learn how to save lives and basic firstaid techniques whilst gaining aqualification.

Kirkholt Youth Centre2 and 9 August, 10am – 5pm

Mathew Moss Youth Centre23 August, 10am – 5.30pm

13 -19 years

Get active and have fun in your local park this summer. There’s something for everyone!Visit the parks in this area:Balderstone Park Denehurst ParkFalinge Park Rochdale Memorial GardensJubilee Park Packer Spout/ St Chad’s GardensBroadfield Park Chesham Park

Family fun at your local children’s centreA huge variety of family friendly activities, support, information andadvice for families with children aged 0 – 5 years including stay and play,art and craft sessions and special summer fun days. Older siblings alsowelcome during the school holidays.

j Belfield Children’s Centre, Samson Street, OL16 2XWj Castlemere Children’s Centre, Tweedale Street, OL11 2PLj Castleton’s Children’s Centre, Melville Street, OL11 2PLj Deeplish Children’s Centre, Hare Street, OL11 1JTj Greenbank Road Children’s Centre, Greenbank Road, OL12 0HZj Hamer Children’s Centre, Albert Royd’s Street, OL16 2SUj Heybrook Children’s Centre, Park Road, OL12 9BJj Howard Street Children’s Centre, Howard Street, OL12 0PPj Meadowfields Children’s Centre, Eafield Road, OL15 2THj Meanwood Children’s Centre, Churchill Street, OL12 7DJj Newbold Children’s Centre, Moss Street, OL16 5NLj Norden Children’s Centre, Edenfield Road, OL12 7QLj Sandbrook Children’s Centre, Hartley Lane, OL11 2LR

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Rochdale Central Leisure Centre

SportsMondays

Junior Dance Mats,

26 July

Junior Boxercise,

2 August

Junior Circuit,

9 August

SHOKK Gym Introduction

16 August

Once you’ve taken this introductionsession you’ll be able to take part inthe regular open sessions. You won’tbe able to use the Shokk Gyms as afirst time user without having takenpart in any of our introductionsessions.

Junior Spinning Bike,

23 August

All activities above:

11am-12noon




Other activities SHOKK gym open sessions

Train hard, play hard in our great youthfitness centre.


For 8-16 years

£2.50, or free to members

Booking required – ring the centre fordetails.

’Wasted’Don’t spend the summer ‘wasted’.Avoid hangovers by gettingtogether with your mates ormake new ones down at yourlocal youth club.

AquaticsFor all courses please contact the centre in advance to book your place

Discounts available for all learn to swimdirect debit members – ask for details

Learn to swim

Learn with our qualified instructors andwork towards a formal AmateurSwimming Association approvedqualification.

30 minute lesson every day

5 day course: Monday-Friday

£19.75 or £15 with PTL

Stage 1

Aimed at non-swimmers

26 July-23 August, 10am-10.30am

For 1 week only, 26-30 July, 10.30am-11am

For 3-8 years

Stage 2

Must have stage 1 or be confident in water

2-23 August, 10.30am-11am

For 1 week only, 26-30 July, 11am-11.30am

For 5 years +

Stage 3

Must have stage 2 or swim on front andback, 5metres without aids,

2-23 August, 11am-11.30am

For 1 week only 26-30 July, 11.30am-12pm

For 5 years +

Try something different with thefollowing activity courses:

Bronze and silver swimmingchallenges

Competent swimmers who are able toswim 400metres

4 day course; 16,17,19 and 20 August,9.15am-10am

For 7 years +


Gold and honours swimmingchallenges

Must have passed silver swimmingchallenge

23,24,26,27 August, 9.15am-10am

For 7 years +


Rochdale Central Leisure Centre



Water skills

Shallow water - improve yoursubmerging, push and glides andfloatation skills.

Starts 3 August until 23 August

Tuesday and Thursdays, 11.30am-12pm

For 5 years +

£3.95 or £3 with Passport to Leisureper session

Deep water - improve your surfacedives, treading water, submerging,jumping and diving practises.

3,5,10 and 12 August,

Tuesday and Thursdays, 9.15am-10am

For 8 years +


Kayaking

Have fun and learn new skills with thiskayaking lesson.

Every Monday from 26 July until 23August, 10.15am-11.45am

For 8-16 years £7

Snorkelling

Underwater fun using snorkels, masksand fins. Non-swimmers,

Starts 2 August until 23 August11.30am-12noon

For 4 years +


Swimmers

Starts 2 August until 13 August9.15am-10am

For 6 years +


Stroke improvement

Improve your swimming stroke

26,27,29 30 July; 9.15am-10am

For 6 years +


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Aqua Tots

Supervised play session in the learner pool for babies/toddlers and carers.

Every Monday, Wednesday and Fridaystarting from 26 July until 23 August12pm-1pm

Adult and child

£3.50 or with Passport to Leisure £2

This session is not free under 17s

Aqua Splash

Wet and wild fun session withfloats and inflatables

Every Monday, Wednesday and Fridaystarting from 26 July until 3 September2.15pm-4pm

Family swim

Family fun session in the large pool. All children must be with an adult.

Starting from 26 July until 3 September

Monday 5pm-7pm

Friday 5pm-8pm

Swimability

Session for disabled people and theirfamilies in the small pool

Every Thursday starting from 30 Julyuntil 2 September

Public Pool Sessions All sessions free for 16s and under and over 60s

Large pool Small pool Learner Pool

Monday 9am-2pm and 4.15pm-7pm 1pm-7pm

Tuesday 9am-7pm 1pm-7pm

Wednesday 9am-2pm and 4.15pm-7pm 1pm-7pm

Thursday 9am-7pm 1pm-7pm

Friday 9am-2pm and 4.15pm-7pm 1pm-7pm

Saturday 9am-3.30pm 9am-3.30pm 9am-3.30pm

Sunday 9am-12pm 9am-12pm


Springhill Sports Centre

Mondays and Tuesdays

Junior Football Camp

Basic football skills and fun games forkids. Drinks provided.

Starts from 26 July until 24 August,10am-12pm

For 8-13 years

£2 per session or block book allsessions for £15

Fridays Athletics Camp

Fun athletics activities varied over the 4weeks with a Mini Olympicscompetition and certificates.

Starts from 30 July until 27 August,10am-12pm

For 8-12 years

£2.50 per session or block book all sessions for £10

Week 1 Sprints

Week 2 Throwing

Week 3 Jumping

Week 4 Refresher

Week 5 Mini Olympics

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Netball coaching sessions

Fun netball coaching sessions including skills coaching, fun games and competitions.

2 - 6 August

10am-12pm for 8-11 years

1pm-3pm for 11- 14 years

£2.50 per 2 hour session

Discount for pre booking 5 sessions (1 free )

Parent/guardian consent form must be completed on the first day of the event.

Registration takes 10mins before each activity.


Olympics Special Fun Day

Saturday 24th July 11am-4pm

A free fun event for all ages – just dropin any time.

Taster sessions: badminton, martialarts, javelin, rowing, long jump,running, bike races plus Olympicvillage with refreshments, sportcompetitions and more.

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Touchstones Rochdale

Touchstones Rochdale is an awardwinning arts and heritage centre withsomething for everyone.

With four full restored galleries there’san impressive collection of traditionaland contemporary art. But the centrealso offers much more that you canget involved with.

Come along to Touchstones and takepart in the following activities:-

Recycling arts

Bottle tops, washing up bottles, cerealpacks……it’s not rubbish but the firststep to your exciting piece of art.

3 August, 10.15am-12.15pm

For 5-12 years

Have you got talent?

Drama games, improvisation andacting workshop for all abilities.

3 August , 2pm-4pm

For 5-9 years

19 August, 2pm-4pm

For 9-12 years

Pop up puppets

Get the chance to make a pop uppuppet in the character of your choice.

5 and 19 August ,10.15am-12.15pm

For 5-12 years

For all enquiries and bookings ring

Touchstones Rochdale on 01706 924492.

RespectIt’s not just your summer holidays,other people may be off enjoyingactivities and events or chilling inparks at the same time as you.Respect others around you - let’sall have a peaceful and happysummer 2010.

Circus Jim

Come along and watch Circus Jim’s amazing circus and magic show, then have a go at practising your own circus skills.

5 August, 2pm-4pm17 August, 10.15am-12.15pm

For 5-9 years

Nature bingo

Join our nature expert in Broadfield Park to take part in anexciting game of nature bingo! Based on the traditional game, cross off on your card as many birds,flowers, insects and trees as you canfind to claim ‘full house’!

10 August, 10.15am-12.15pm 24 August,2pm-4pm

For 5-12 years

Pond dipping

Investigate summer pond life inBroadfield Park. Use dipping nets togather insects and identify thembefore returning them back to theirhabitat.

10 August, 2pm-4pm24 August, 10.15am-12.15pm

For 5-12 years

Balancing act

Go on a balancing journey usingequipment and each other. There willalso be the opportunity to learn towalk on stilts of all sorts.

12 August 10.15am-12.15pm

For 5-9 years

26 August 10.15am-12.15pm

For 9-12 years

Touchstones Rochdale

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Kite making

Create a kite and decorate it with yourown design.

12 and 26 August, 2pm-4pm

For 5-12 years

Drumming in the bandstand

Make something out of nothing byusing recycled items to make somegrooves. For the whole family to enjoy!

17 August, 2pm-4pm

For 5-12 years

FACT Sunday

Join us for an afternoon of creative,fun activities for all the family.

A free activity for all the family, there’sno need to book.

29 August, 1.30pm-3pm

Summer holiday quiz

Drop in during normal opening hours -no booking required. Complete thequiz and you’re your chance to beentered into the free prize draw. For all ages!

Thursday 22 July to Sunday 5 September

Booking Information:

To avoid disappointment advancebooking is recommended.

There will be a very limited number ofplaces held for families who turn up onthe day. These will be released 15minutes prior to the activity start time.

You must pre-book early in person atTouchstones Rochdale reception. Anon-refundable payment of £1 perchild per activity must be made at thetime of

booking. Pre-booked places will onlybe held until 5 minutes prior to theactivity start time - after this they willbe given to families on the reserve list.

Children MUST be accompanied at alltimes by a responsible adult (maximum3 children per adult). For all enquiriesring Touchstones Rochdale on 01706924492.

Exciting play activities

in your area this summer!

RADPAC are back in your area providing a wide range of fun, play-based opportunities

in a safe environment for children ages 5-12, and up to 16 with a disability.

This coming summer our mobile teams will be based at the following venues:

ROCHDALE

R Ashfield Valley Primary School 26th July -6th August

R Spotland Primary School 9th August -20th August

R Broadfield Primary School 23rd August -27th August

MIDDLETON

R Little Heaton Primary School 26th July -6th August

R Cleworth Road Activity Centre 9th August -20th August

R Jumbo Social Centre, Grimshaw Lane 23rd August -3rd August

HEYWOOD

R Back O’th Moss Community Centre 26th July -30th Julyand 31st August -3rd September

R St Lukes’ Primary School 2nd August -13th August

R Woodland Primary School 6th August -27th August

PENNINES

R Littleborough Community Primary School 26th July -6th August

R Moorhouse Church Hall, Milnrow Road 9th August -20th August

R Kentmere Primary School 23rd August -27th August

NB. Temporarily located at Rydings School site

You can register your child on the scheme from 1.15 pm, activities are from 1.30 – 3.30 pm

Priority places are given to children who attend the local schools and the rest will be allocated

on a first come first served basis. 30p per day for an individual child, or just 50p per family.

All dates and venues are subject to change.

Please phone Helen or Kay on 01706 621332 for more information.

Become a greenvolunteer

Help save the environment you live

in. All you need to do is turn up, give

it a go and enjoy yourself.

Call 01706 922073

CompetitionWant to win a Wii?

Win a Nintendo Wii fit by telling us in no

more than 100 words about an activity you

went to over the summer.

Tell us what you did at the activity, what you

thought about it and send us a photo of you

or you with your mates at the activity.

Email your entries to:

[email protected]

Or post entries to: Freepost LOCAL MATTERS

Don’t write anything else on the envelope – and you don’t need a stamp either.(Unfortunately we can’t return any hard copy photographs you send in to us by post)

To enter you need to live in the borough of Rochdale, be aged under 19 and send us your

creative answers, along with your name, address and telephone number – so we can get in

touch with you if you’re the winner!

The deadline is Friday 27 August 2010.

Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it!

Summer 2010 Preview Rochdale Heywood Middleton Pennines

Key to symbols Where the information has been provided, we have given symbols alongside the listings to help you decide if the event or activity meets your needs.

Countryside & Parks

Sunday 11 July 2010 Queen’s Park Friends 21st Birthday PartyOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkSupported by Rochdale Youth OrchestraVenue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodTime: 12noonBookings/enquiries: 0845 226 1800

Sunday 18 July 2010 Dog ShowOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkVenue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodTime: 1pmBookings/enquiries:0845 226 1800

Thursday 22 July 2010 Adventure Day – Dragonflies and DamselfliesOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceDragonflies and damselflies, mayflies and midges; have a go at discovering the life cycles of these amazing creatures. Aimed at children between 11-14 years. Booking is essential. Duration: 2-3 hours.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 1pmBookings/enquiries:01706 373421

Saturday 24 July 2010 Family Pond DipOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceCelebrate Rochdale Canal Festival and help with a new national Water Survey run by OPAL. Discover what wildlife lurks within our pond. Children must be accompanied by an adult; booking is essential. Duration: 2 hours. Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 2pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Sunday 1 August 2010 Country Craft Display DayOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceTraditional craft displays and demonstrations throughout the day. Come along and have a go. Look out for details.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 11am-4pm Drop InBookings/enquiries:01706 373421

Tuesday 3 August 2010 & Thursday 12 August 2010WILD about Rochdale Wildlife Activities for ChildrenOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceA biodiversity theme for these summer holiday activities for children. Parents and guardians always welcome.

Entry by ticket only. Duration of sessions: 2 hoursTuesday 3 August 2010: Fun in the Country for children aged 8-12 years.Thursday 12 August 2010: Adventure Day for children aged 11-14 years.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 2pmPrice: £1.50 payable on bookingBookings/enquiries:01706 373421

Sunday 15 August 2010 Wildlife FeteOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceA day of fun & games, stalls and wildlife information at Hollingworth Lake Country Park in support of theLancashire Wildlife Trust. Look out for details. Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 11am-4pm Drop InBookings/enquiries:01706 373421

Wednesday 25 August 2010 Teddy Bears PicnicOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceBring along your children and teddy bears for the Friends of Alkrington Woods most popular annual event! Children’s entertainer, Uncle Chris will keep the children amused! This is a free event; no booking required.

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Duration: 2-3 hours.Venue: Hall slope, Alkrington Woods, off Alkrington Park Road, Middleton Time: 2pmBookings/enquiries:01706 350459

Sunday 30 August 2010 Punch & JudyOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkVenue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodTime: 2pmBookings/enquiries:0845 226 1800

Sunday 12 September 2010 Through the LensOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceAn opportunity to find out more about the latest equipment available for recording wildlife direct from the manufacturers. Organised by Pennine Photographic and Binocular Centre.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 11am Drop InEnquiries: 01706 373421

Exhibitions & Visual Arts

Saturday 3 July 2010 to Monday 30 August 2010Rochdale Landscapes: Neil AshtonOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleAn exhibition of paintings by Neil Ashton who has worked extensively in the Ashworth Vale and Healey Dell areas of Rochdale over the past four years capturing the local landscape.Venue: Gallery One, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

To Sunday 4 July 2010Knit One, Purl One: Contemporary Knitting and CrochetOrganised by Touchstones Rochdale

This exhibition brings together artists working in contemporary knitting and crochet. Exploring traditional crafts through innovative materials, concepts and techniques. Including artists: Anita Bruce, ArtYarn, Karl-Christian Gellef, Sophie Horton, Kate Jenkins, Rachel Matthews, Claire Platt, Freddie Robins, Elizabeth Smith, Sally Spinks and Shane Waltener. Venue: Gallery Four, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

To Sunday 4 July 2010Eighties, Nineties & Noughties: Contemporary Works from the Art Gallery CollectionOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleThis small display from the permanent collection focuses on contemporary works which have been made or acquired since the 1980’s. The exhibition will include paintings by Manijeh Yadegar, David Gledhill, and a recently acquired landscape by Alan Rankle presented by the Tramman Trust through The Art Fund, together with work in other media, including a Paul Rooney sound piece and an artist’s book by Chris Taylor. Venue: Gallery Three, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

Thursday 15 July 2010 to Thursday 29 July 2010ArtzeimersOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServicesAn exhibition by Artzeimers.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 9.30am-5pm dailyEnquiries: 01706 373421

To 17 July 2010Wardle Art GroupOrganised by Littleborough Coach House

Paintings & mixed media exhibition by Wardle Art Group.Venue: Littleborough Coach House, LittleboroughTime: Mon-Fri 1.30pm-4pm, Sat 11am-4pmEnquiries: 01706 378481

Saturday 17 July 2010 to Sunday 3 October 2010Tanvi Kant –‘the shape of things’Organised by Touchstones RochdaleTanvi Kant draws from the subconscious influence of her Indian Gujarati cultural heritage. The tradition of weaving fine gold wire fabrics, gold work embroidery and the incorporation of precious stones with fabric within costume and ethnographic textiles will be explored in her new jewellery made for the shape of things. Venue: Gallery Three, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

Saturday 17 July 2010 to Sunday 3 October 2010Taslim Martin: Disparate NatureOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleDisparate Nature is a significant new body of work by the artist Taslim Martin. This show investigates cultural identity by looking at archetypes and hierarchy, and by experimenting and playing with materials and process. Visitors to the exhibition are invited to contribute to an ongoing collaborative work by creating their own symbols, patterns, marks or designs to be incorporated into the work throughout the period of the show. Venue: Gallery Four, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

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To August 2010‘The Life and Works of Edgar Wood’Organised by Middleton Heritage & Conservation GroupVenue: Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, MiddletonTime: DailyEnquiries: 0844 855 4020

Sunday 1 August 2010 to Sunday 15 August 2010Lancashire Wildlife Trust Photo CompetitionOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceVenue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 9.30am-5pm dailyEnquiries: 01706 373421

Tuesday 17 August 2010 to Tuesday 7 September 2010Middleton Artists ExhibitionOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceLocal artists display their artwork.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 9.30am-5pm dailyEnquiries: 01706 373421

Monday 6 September 2010 to Saturday 18 September 2010Littleborough Lacemakers Organised by Littleborough Coach HouseVenue: Littleborough Coach House, LittleboroughTime: Mon-Fri 1.30pm-4pm, Sat 11am-4pmEnquiries: 01706 378481

Thursday 9 September 2010 to Wednesday 29 September 2010Schools Out! By Hollingworth Lake Ranger ServiceOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceAn exhibition by Hollingworth Lake Ranger Service.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: 9.30am-5pm dailyEnquiries: 01706 373421

To Sunday 26 September 2010History, Mystery & Myth - Local Stories & StorytellersOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleFrom folklore through to dialect writing and modern fiction, the borough of Rochdale has a unique storytelling tradition spanning hundreds of years. Take a look at some of the weird and wonderful stories that have become part of the heritage of the borough, highlighting many of the local writers past and present.Venue: Heritage Gallery, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

To Sunday 3 Ocober 2010 A Slice of LifeOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleThis display of turn of the century photographs is being mounted to compliment the Art Gallery exhibition ‘Victorian Stories’. Staff from Arts & Heritage have been asked to find an evocative photograph from the Local Studies Collection and say why they chose that image. When you visit the display you can select your favourite Victorian image and your choice will be included on our Slice of Life online gallery. Venue: Local Studies Centre, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-SatEnquiries: 01706 924492

To Sunday 3 Ocober 2010 Victorian Stories Organised by Touchstones RochdaleThis exhibition brings together Victorian paintings with a selection of Victorian objects and photographs from our collections.The exhibition will include our well-known painting A Special Pleader by Charles Burton Barber alongside works by Alice Havers, Frank Holl and John Gregory amongst others. Venue: Gallery Two, Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492

Sunday 29 August 2010 to Sunday 5 September 2010Littleborough Arts Festival 2010 Organised by Littleborough Arts Festival CommitteeThis successful event attracts artists and visitors from all over the UK. Open to artists of all levels. This week long event aims to promote art within the local community and provide selling opportunities for artists. The week will include craft workshops and musical ventures. Venue: Littleborough Coach House, LittleboroughEnquiries:01706 378481/ 01282 779281

Film

Cinema listingsOrganised by Rochdale Odeon CinemasFor full details of our current films and times, or to make a credit card booking please call 0871 224 4007, or visit our website at www.odeon.co.uk. Calls charged at national rate. Senior Screen (over 50’s) - event every Wednesday morning. Baby Odeon (parent and baby screening) every Wednesday morning.Venue: Rochdale Multiplex Cinema, Sandbrook Park, Rochdale.Time: variousBookings/enquiries through: 0871 224 4007 or website www.odeon.co.uk


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Walks & ToursWalks organised by Rochdale Countryside Service are graded to help you choose walks suitable to you:-EASY – A gentle stroll, usually on fairly even ground.MEDIUM – A more energetic walk, possibly involving some hill and moor land walking.HARD – Strenuous walk, often all day, requiring a high standard of fitness.

Saturday 3 July 2010 Rochdale Town Hall Guided TourOrganised by Rochdale Borough Blue Badge Tourist Guides. A guided tour of the magnificent Grade 1 listed Victorian Gothic town hall, designed by W.H. Crossland. The modern stained-glass windows are some of the finest to be found in the country. Duration: 2 hours. Venue: Meet at the foyer of Rochdale Town Hall.Time: 2pmPrice: £3Bookings/enquiries through: 01706 924928 TIC/01706 655986

Saturday 3 July 2010 The Summit to the EdgeOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin Ranager Adam Clayton on this wildlife themed walk from Summit Quarry to Blackstone Edge and back. As this is a wildlife walk, regrettably no dogs allowed. Bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear. Booking is essential. Duration: 3-4 hours, 6 miles. Graded: Medium (one steep incline)Venue: Summit Quarry Car Park, off Todmorden Road, Summit, LittleboroughTime: 10amBookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Sunday 4 July 2010 Wild Flowers of Healey DellOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin the Rangers and local enthusiast David Winnard looking at the ground flora of Healey Dell Nature Reserve. Duration: 1-2 hours. Graded: EasyVenue: Healey Dell Rangers OfficeTime: 1pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Tuesday 6 July 2010 Rochdale Town Centre Heritage Trail - A Guided WalkOrganised by Rochdale Borough Blue Badge Tourist Guides. From the 12th century to the present day, Rochdale has an abundance of listed buildings, history & architecture. Duration: 2 hours. Venue: Meet at the foyer of Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 2pmPrice: £3

Saturday 10 July 2010 Coach trip: Prees Heath and Whixall Moss, ShropshireOrganised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ SocietyA coach trip looking at butterflies, dragonflies & flowers.Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, RochdaleTime: 9amPrice: Members £12,Non-members £14Enquiries: 01706 644394

Saturday 10 July 2010 ‘Heywood , Past & Present’ Organised by Rochdale Borough Blue Badge Tourist GuidesAn interesting heritage trail about the town, this town centre guided walk includes a visit to St. Luke’s Church; a fine listed building rich in history. Duration: 2 hours.Venue: Meet outside Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street, Heywood Time: 2pmPrice: £3Bookings/enquiries through: 01706 924928 TIC/01706 655986

Sunday 11 July 2010 Wildflower WanderOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin the Rangers and local enthusiast David Winnard on this leisurely wander and discover the wealth of wildflowers within Rochdale’s countryside. Bring suitable clothing and a picnic. Duration: 3-4 hours. Graded: EasyVenue: Hollingworth Lake Visitors CentreTime: 10amBookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Sunday 11 July 2010 Waugh’s Well That Ends WellOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin Ranger David Hogg on this walk to Waugh’s Well, returning via Knowl Hill and Naden reservoirs. Duration: 6 hours, 12 miles. Graded: HardVenue: Healey Dell Rangers OfficeTime: 10amBookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Saturday 17 July 2010 ‘In Store – In Rochdale’ Organised by Rochdale Borough Blue Badge Tourist GuidesA short guided walk from St. Chad’s Parish Church to Rochdale’s Art & Heritage Resource Centre - with everything to offer from Egyptology to Gracie Fields. Limited places so booking essential. Duration: 2 hours.Venue: Meet outside St. Chad’s Church main entrance Time: 1.30pmPrice: £3Bookings/enquiries through: 01706 924928 TIC/01706 655986


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Sponsored Walk for Life Organised by Rochdale Support Group Raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care by taking part in the sponsored Walk for Life around Hollingworth Lake. Individual or team entries welcome. Starting at the Littleborough Rugby Club from 11.30 amVenue: Littleborough Rugby Club, LittleboroughEnquiries: Christine Morgan on 01706 669779/07811 082867 or email: [email protected] for a entry/ sponsorship form

Saturday 17 July 2010 The Waugh’s Well GatheringA get together of walkers, dialect enthusiasts and Edwin Waugh fans for a local history chat & poetry at Waugh’s Well. Venue: 1.30pm for a 4 mile Waterfoot walk; 3pm at Waugh’s Well. Bookings/enquiries:01706 874119

Sunday 18 July 2010 Bug HuntOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin Ranger David Whittle on this enjoyable family stroll in Healey Dell and discover more about some of the smaller inhabitants of the Nature Reserve. Graded: EasyVenue: Station Road Car Parks, BroadleyTime: 1.30pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Sunday 18 July 2010 Wildflower WalkOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin the Friends of Alkrington Wood for a walk around the woods and fields to observe the best flowers the summer has to offer! Duration: 2 hours. Graded: EasyVenue: Lever Bridge, off Alkrington Park RoadTime: 2pmBookings/enquiries:01706 350459

Saturday 24 July 2010 A Walk - Rixton Clay Pits, WarringtonOrganised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ SocietyA local walk looking at dragonflies,flowers and butterflies. Free. Pace: Easy ramble. New members welcome.Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, RochdaleTime: 10am Bookings/enquiries: 01706 658260

Saturday 31 July 2010 History, Mystery & Myth – A Guide Walk & Visit to Touchstones RochdaleOrganised by Rochdale Borough Blue BadgeTourist GuidesHear some strange local tales & unusual facts on a stroll around the town centre plus a visit to Touchstones Rochdale to view the special storytelling exhibition. Duration: 2 hours.Venue: Meet at the Clock Tower, Rochdale Town HallTime: 1.30pmPrice: £3Bookings through: 01706 924928 TIC/01706 655986

Saturday 7 August 2010 Rochdale Town Hall Guided TourOrganised by Rochdale Borough Blue Badge Tourist GuidesA guided tour of the magnificent Grade 1 listed Victorian Gothic town hall designed by William Crossland. The modern stained-glass windows are some of the finest to be found in the country. Duration: 2 hours. Venue: Meet in the foyer at the Rochdale Town HallTime: 2pmPrice: £3Bookings through: 01706 924928 TIC/01706 655986

Sunday 8 August 2010 Littleborough’s Victorian HeritageOrganised by Rochdale Countryside Service

Join Rae Street from Friends of Hollingworth Lake on this heritage walk through Littleborough’s Victorian past. Duration: 2 hours. Graded: EasyVenue: Littleborough SquareTime: 1pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Saturday 14 August 2010 Coach Trip – Hartington, DerbyshireOrganised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ SocietyA coach trip looking at birds, dragonflies, flowers and butterflies.Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, RochdaleTime: 9amPrice: Members £12, Non-members £14Bookings/enquiries: 01706 644394

Tuesday 17 August 2010 ‘A Victorian Holiday’ – A Guided WalkOrganised by Rochdale Borough Blue BadgeTourist GuidesA guided walk around Hollingworth Lake - whether you spent a day or a week at the Lake, the Weighvers’ Seaport offered entertainment, accommodation and plenty to do. Duration: 2 hours.Venue: Meet at Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre, off Rakewood Road. Time: 1.30pmPrice: £3Bookings through: 01706 924928 TIC/01706 655986

Saturday 28 August 2010 A Walk – Ripponden area, YorksOrganised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ SocietyA local walk to look at birds, flowers and butterflies. Free. Pace: Easy ramble.Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, RochdaleTime: 10amBookings/enquiries: 01706 658260


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Bat & Moth NightOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin Rangers and local bat expert Jim Taylor on a bat walk and discover what local moth expert Ian Kimber has caught. Please bring a torch and wear sensible clothing. Weather dependent therefore booking essential.Duration: 2-3 hours. Graded: Easy.Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: Walk starts 7.15pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Thursday 9 September 2010 History TrailOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceA closer look at the diverse history of Healey Dell with Ranger Richard Whittle. Linked to Heritage Open Days. Suitable for all ages and abilities, including pushchairs and motability vehicles.Duration: 2 hours, 1 1/2 miles. Graded: EasyVenue: Station Road Car ParksTime: 1.30pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Saturday 11 September 2010 A Coach Trip – Cockersands and Glasson, Lancashire CoastOrganised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ SocietyA coach trip looking at birds & flowers.Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, RochdaleTime: 9amPrice: Members £12, Non-members £14Bookings/enquiries: 01706 644394

Sunday 12 September 2010 Out of AlkringtonOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceJoin the Friends of Alkrington Woods for a walk along the Rochdale Canal from Middleton to Hollingworth Lake.

The walk showcases the connectivity of many of our greenspaces and shows some of the best accessible greenspaces Rochdale has to offer. Bring train fare for the journey back as this is a one way walk! Bring a packed lunch and suitable clothing. Duration: 4-5 hours. Graded: Hard Venue: Mills Hill Train Station, MiddletonTime: 10amBookings/enquiries: 01706 350459

Thursday 16 September 2010Pennine People & PlacesOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServicesAs part of the South Pennine Walking Festival, join Rae Street from Friends of Hollingworth Lake on this heritage walk discovering more about Littleborough’s history. Booking is essential.Duration: 3-4 hours, 5-6 miles. Graded: Medium.Venue: Littleborough SquareTime: 1pmBookings: 01706 373421

Saturday 18 September 2010Edible HedgerowOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServicesHunt for various berries and other late summer goodies with David Winnard.Duration: 2-3 hours. Graded: Easy.Venue: Healey Dell Ranger OfficeTime: 10amBookings: 01706 350459

Sunday 19 September 2010 Walk through the PenninesOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServicesJoin Ranger Peter Hill on this long walk over to Piethorne reservoir meeting up with the Pennine Way and returning along the Roman Road to the Victorian Lake.Duration: 5-6 hours, approx. 10 miles. Graded: HardVenue: Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre, LittleboroughTime: 10.30amBookings/enquiries: 01706 373421

Saturday 25 September 2010 A Walk – Bolton ReservoirsOrganised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ SocietyFree, easy pace ramble looking at birds & fungi.Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac at the bottom of Manchester Old Road, RochdaleTime: 10amBookings/enquiries: 01706 658260

Heritage Attractions

Wednesday, Thursday Afternoons (Tuesdays by special arrangement) To Thursday 26 August 2010St. Chad’s Churchwatch SessionsOrganised by Rochdale Parish Church, St. ChadsRochdale’s magnificent Parish Church is open to drop-in visitors on Wednesday & Thursday afternoons until Thursday 26 August 2010. Arrangements to visit on a Tuesday afternoon can be made by special arrangement. There has been a church on the hill overlooking the town for at least 1,000 years. “A church from Saxon times still serving the Rochdale of today. Medieval stonework, splendid stained-glass. Guides on duty and guidebooks available. Groups by arrangement. Venue: St. Chads Parish Church, Sparrow Hill, Town Hall SquareTime: 2pm-4pmEnquiries: 01706 644224

Friday 2, Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 July 2010Diesel EventOrganised by East Lancashire RailwayVenue: ELR Stations, Bury & HeywoodTime: 10am-4pmPrice: Contact ELR for detailsBookings/enquiries: 0161 764 7790


Sunday 4 July 2010 Open DayOrganised by Greater Manchester Fire Service MuseumMuseum Open Day. Refer www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/museum.Venue: Maclure Road, RochdaleTime: 10am-4pmPrice: FreeEnquiries: 01706 901227

Sunday 4 July 2010 In Steam & Northern Meccano SocietyOrganised by Ellenroad Steam MuseumExperience the awesome power of the world’s largest working mill engine in full steam and on public display. Also on show this month are exhibits from the Northern Meccano Society. Please refer to www.ellenroad.org.ukVenue: Ellenroad Steam Museum, Elizabethan Way, Milnrow, RochdaleTime: 12noon - 4pmPrice: £3 adult, £2.50 concessions, £8 family ticket, under 5’s free.Enquiries: 0778 980 2632

Sunday 1 August 2010 Summer Museum Open DayOrganised by Greater Manchester Fire Service MuseumMuseum Open Day with a range of fire engines and attractions. Refer www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/museum .Venue: Maclure Road, RochdaleTime: 10am-4pmPrice: FreeEnquiries: 01706 901227

Sunday 1 August 2010 In Steam & Gerald Cottell’s Miniature Working ModelsOrganised by Ellenroad Steam MuseumExperience the awesome power of the world’s largest working mill engine in full steam and on public display; also on show this month are miniture working models from the famous Gerald Cottell. Please refer to www.ellenroad.org.ukVenue: Ellenroad Steam Museum, Elizabethan Way, Milnrow, RochdaleTime: 12noon-4pm

Price: £3 adult, £2.50 concessions, £8 family ticket, under 5’s free.Enquiries: 0778 980 2632

Saturday 7 August 2010 & Sunday 8 August 2010Family Event DaysOrganised by East Lancashire RailwayVenue: East Lancashire Railway, BuryTime: 10am-4pmPrice: Please telephone for further details. Bookings/enquiries: 0161 764 7790

Sunday 15 August 2010 SELNEC Bus GatheringOrganised by East Lancashire RailwayVenue: East Lancashire Railway, BuryTime: 10am-4pmPrice: Please telephone for further detailsBookings/enquiries: 0161 764 7790

Monday 30 August 2010 Teddy Bear’s PicnicOrganised by East Lancashire RailwayBring your Teddy and travel to the picnic by train. Children accompanied by a fare paying adult and their Teddy travels FREE.Venue: Nuttall Park, Ramsbottom + all stationsTime: Please phone for details.Bookings/enquiries: 0161 764 7790

Sunday 5 September 2010 In Steam & Rochdale Photographic Society and Display of Vintage CamerasOrganised by Ellenroad Steam Museum Experience the awesome power of the world’s largest working mill engine in full steam and on public display. Also on show this month is a display of work by members of the Rochdale Photographic Society with a display of vintage cameras. Please refer to www.ellenroad.org.uk .Venue: Ellenroad Steam Museum, Elizabethan Way, Milnrow, RochdaleTime: 12noon-4pm

Price: £3 adult, £2.50 concessions, £8 family ticket, under 5’s free.Enquiries: 0778 980 2632

Sunday 5 September 2010 Museum Open DayOrganised by Greater Manchester Fire Service MuseumMuseum Open Day with visiting preserved fire engines and attractions. Refer www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/museum.Venue: Maclure Road, RochdaleTime: 10am-4pmPrice: FreeEnquiries: 01706 901227

Thursday 9 September 2010 to Sunday 12 September 2010Heritage Open DaysVenues and times to be confirmed.Times: VariousEnquiries: Rochdale TIC - 01706 924928

Friday 10 September 2010 to Sunday 12 September 2010 Long Street Methodist Church – Heritage Open DaysOrganised by Long Street Methodist Church/Middleton Heritage & Conservation GroupEdgar Wood’s beautiful building Long Street Methodist Church will be open to visitors Friday & Saturday: 10am-4pm, Sunday 12.30pm-4pm. Guided walks to some of Edgar Wood’s other buildings at 2pm on each day. Please refer www.edgarwood.com.Venue: Long Street Methodist Church, MiddletonEnquiries: 0161 643 5228

Sunday 12 September 2010 Vintage Transport GatheringOrganised by East Lancashire RailwayVenue: East Lancashire Railway, Bolton Street, BuryTime: 10am-4pmEnquiries: 0161 764 7790

Saturday 25 September 2010 & Sunday 26 September 20101940’s Wartime WeekendOrganised by East Lancashire Railway

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Live MusicConcerts & Dances

Saturday 3 July 2010 Indian Classical Music ConcertOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreFor further information please contact the Box Office.Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church StreetEnquiries: 01706 624104

Sunday 25 July 2010 Blackley Brass BandOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkVenue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodTime: 2pmBookings/enquiries: 0845 226 1800

Saturday 31 July 2010 AURA in concert with special guestsOrganised by Middleton Arena - in aid of Christie’s HospitalAura are a Manchester based band with soaring potential, matched only by their harmonies and hooks. With inner turmoil giving way to creative bliss they are fast attracting attention across the North West with their sell out gigs. Venue: Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, MiddletonTime: 7.30pm Price: £6 all ticketsBookings/enquiries: 0844 855 4020 & check www.myspace.com/auabanduk

Sunday 1 August 2010 Celebration Band Concert – 150th Anniversary Edgar WoodOrganised by Middleton Heritage & Conservation GroupIn conjunction with Friends of Jubilee Park and Middleton Band. Please refer to www.edgarwood.com.Venue: Jubilee Park (the Bandstand) MiddletonTime: 2pm-4pm Bookings/enquiries: 0161 643 5228

Sunday 8 August 2010 Heywood’s Got Young TalentOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkVenue: Queens Park, HeywoodTime: 2pmEnquiries: 0845 226 1800 L

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Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1AG

www.middletonarena.com Arena Box Offi ce: 0844 855 4020

A Mark Andrews Production in association with Middleton Arena

A great family entertainment show launching Middleton Arena’s great pantomime 2010

It’s Behind You!

Prizes to be wonFREE face painting - from 1.30pm

TICKETS FREE from the Arena Box Offi ce and available

on the day (subject to availability)


Sunday 22 August 2010 & Sunday 29 August 2010 Blackley Brass BandOrganised by Middleton Culture, Leisure, Tourism & Community Cohesion Working PartyVenue: Jubilee Park, Middleton Time: 2pm-4pmEnquiries: Refer website www.blackleyband.co.uk

Saturday 18 September 2010 Broadway & BeyondOrganised by Middleton Arena‘Broadway & Beyond’ offers a scintillating selection of song and dance from a century of Broadway’s finest shows. This uplifting celebration of the best of musical theatre is presented in an engaging and entertaining package by one of the country’s newest, brightest production companies, Clearer Productions. A stunning performance to set your feet tapping, your heart singing and leave you wanting more… Venue: Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, MiddletonTime: Doors 7pm, starts 7.30pm Price: £15 adults, £13 concessionsBookings/enquiries: 0844 855 4020

Friday 24 September 2010 Abba Tribute in support of The SamaritansOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreFor further information and tickets please contact Mrs Marshall on 01706 642139.Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church StreetEnquiries: 01706 624104

Markets & Fairs

Sunday 4 July 2010, Sunday 1 August 2010, Sunday 12 September 2010 Car Boot SaleOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkTime: From 12.30pm Venue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodPrice: £10 car, £12 vanEnquiries: 0845 226 1800

Sunday 11 July 2010, Sunday 25 July 2010Sunday 15 August 2010, Monday 30 August 2010Sunday 26 September 2010Rochdale Town Hall Car Boot SalesOrganised by Rochdale Town Centre Management CompanyCar Boot Sale - second hand goods only. Get rid of your old stuff and earn some cash doing it!!!! Venue: Rochdale Town Hall Car Park, The EsplanadeTime: 8am-1pmPrice: £12 car, £20 van.Bookings through: No booking necessary, just turn up. Enquiries: 01706 926676

Tuesday 10 August 2010 Toy FairOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreOne of the biggest and best around, café and licensed bar available.Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church StreetTime: 7pm-9pmPrice: £1.50 adults, £1.20 concessions, 1st child £1.20Bookings through: 01706 624104Enquiries: 01706 624104

Sunday 12 September 2010 Craft FairOrganised by Rochdale Rotary ClubIn support of the Heritage Open Days 2010 event.Venue: Rochdale Town Hall, The EsplanadeTime: Stall holders from 8am; opening time for the public - to be confirmed.Stall enquiries: For stall information contact David Acton on 01706 631188 General enquiries: 01706 924928 (Rochdale TIC)

Nightlife

Friday 2 July, Friday 6 August & Friday 3 September 2010 Soul NightOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreDancing into the early hours with some of the best Northern Soul in the region. Late bar available.Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street

Time: 8pm-1.30amPrice: £5 - on the door.Enquiries: 01706 624104

Saturday 17 July, Saturday 21 August & Saturday 18 September 2010Motown NightOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreVenue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church StreetTime: 8pm-1.30amPrice: £5 - Pay on the doorEnquiries: 01706 624104

Saturday 7 August 2010 Headbangers BallOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreVenue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church StreetTime: 7.30pm till late. Enquiries: 01706 624104Bookings: For tickets contact Jon Hanson 0797 648 0523

Saturday 25 September 2010 Saturday Evening Dance with Neil GibbonsOrganised by Heywood Civic CentreContact the Box Office for further details.Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, Church StreetTime: 7.30pm-11pmBookings/enquiries: 01706 624104

Sports

Sunday 11 July 2010 World Cup Final - Screening Organised by Middleton ArenaContact the Arena for further details. Venue: Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, MiddletonTime: To be confirmed Bookings/enquiries: 0844 855 4020

Monday 26 July 2010 to Friday 3 September 2010Summer Holiday Junior ActivitiesOrganised by Link4LifeContact your local centre for what’s on during the school holidays.

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Venue: Sports Centres and Pools Boroughwide Enquiries: 01706 924928 or www.link4life.org

Thursday 26 August 2010 Adventure Day – Have-A-Go FishingOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceHave-A-Go Fishing on this Ranger- led 45 minute taster session. Rods and reels provided. Booking essential and limited places. Venue: Healey Dell Station Road Car Parks, BroadleyTime: 11am-4 pm Drop InEnquiries: 01706 373421

Saturday 11 September 2010 Tour of Britain Cycle RaceOrganised by RMBC/Tour of BritainThe 8-day Tour of Britain Cycle race kicks off from Rochdale this year. 96 international cycle riders from 16 professional teams will be keyed-up at the start of the 1,200Km of tough, competitive cycling. The first stage to Blackpool covers 130km and gives Britain’s cycling fans their first chance to see Team Sky take on the world’s best on British roads. The Rochdale section will include the first sprint of the race. Tour of Britain is the biggest free-to-watch sporting event in the UK and there’ll be lots of activities happening around the event in Rochdale on the Friday evening and on the Saturday. Refer to www.visitrochdale.com to keep up to date. Pre-race action starts at 8am when spectators can mingle with the world’s top riders as they prepare to sign-on. We’re planning an autograph hunt competition for under 18’s. ITV4 will be covering the event.Venue: Outside Rochdale Town Hall, The EsplanadeTime: From 8am; Race starts at 10.30amEnquiries: 01706 924928

Street Events & Festivals

Sunday 18 July 2010MiddfestVenue: Limefields Park, MiddletonFamily fun for all – talent show, side shows & funfair.Enquiries: Please contact Rochdale TIC for further information 01706 924928 or 0845 602 4993

Friday 23 July 2010, Saturday 24 July 2010 & Sunday 25 July 2010Littleborough Rushbearing Festival 2010Organised by LEAF/Rochdale Countryside ServiceMeet up with the Rushcart as it progresses around the area. Singers & musicians are invited to join an informal start to the weekend with a folk sing-a-round at the Conservative Club, hosted by Steve Lister from Littleborough Lions. Saturday sees the Rushcart procession start at the King William IV pub at the top of Shore at 10am, arriving at Hare Hill Park at 1pm. The festival in the park will have fun activities for all the family, including a fun fair. The Rushcart arrives at its’ final destination at the Wine Press, Hollingworth Lake at 3.30pm. Sunday sees the Rushcart procession start at Hollingworth Lake at 11am to arrive at Littleborough Square at 2.15pm. The festival will centre around Littleborough Square with music, dancing, circus performances and attractions for all the family. The fairground rides will be at Hare Hill Park from noon. Please refer to website www.leaf4you.co.uk & local press www.littleboroughlocal.co.ukVenue: Hare Hill Park, Littleborough Square & Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre, LittleboroughTime: Please telephone for details, as may be subject to change.Enquiries: 01706 373421/01706 924928

Saturday 24 July 2010 to Sunday 1 August 2010Rochdale Canal Festival 2010Organised by Special Projects Partnership & Regeneration ServiceRochdale Canal Festival - All welcome. Daily events. Venue: LittleboroughTime: variousEnquiries: 01706 924928/01706 373421/ 0161 242 8216

Saturday 24 July 2010 & Sunday 25 July 2010 Castleton CarnivalThis two day event includes: Saturday - A Children’s Fun Day and Car Boot Sale; Sunday - Parade fromChesham Avenue Castleton to Springfield Park at 1pm, with various stalls in the park.Venue: Springfield Park Enquiries:01706 525564/01706 924928 TIC

Sunday 1 August 2010 Summer FestivalOrganised by Sparth Community CentreA mixture of stalls, bouncy castle, fun activities to be enjoyed! A multi-cultural Summer Festival. Please refer to www.sparthcommunitycentre.co.uk .Venue: Sparth Community Centre, Norman Road, RochdaleTime: 1pm- 4pmPrice: FreeEnquiries: Kenny Farrar 01706 527276

Friday 13 August 2010 and Saturday 14 August 2010Feel Good FestivalThe Rochdale Feel Good Festival will return this summer - bigger and better than ever. The celebration of entertainment, food and culture is now in its third year. There’s an exciting line-up planned bringing many high profile live music acts to the two day event in Rochdale Town Centre.Visit www.rochdale.gov.uk/events for more information.

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Sunday 14 August 2010 HeywoodstockOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkMusic from some of the best local bands.Venue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodTime: 11amEnquiries: 0845 226 1800

Saturday 25 August 2010 & Sunday 26 August 2010 Woodland Weekend FestivalOrganised by Rochdale Countryside ServiceCelebrating our local woodland, a weekend packed full of woodland courses and events for all the family. On Saturday book yourself on for one of our walks, talks or courses. On Sunday come along and enjoy a family day out with fun activities, stalls and woodland demonstrations. Look out for details. Venue: Alkrington Nature ReserveTime: 11am-4pm Drop InEnquiries: 01706 373421

Sunday 5 September 2010 Heywood Charities FeteOrganised by Friends of Queen’s ParkThe highlight of the year for Queen’s Park.Venue: Queen’s Park, HeywoodTime: From 1pmEnquiries: 0845 226 1800

Theatre & Performing Arts

Saturday 18 September 2010 Magic of MotownOrganised by Gracie Fields TheatreComing back to the Gracie Fields Theatre by popular demand. This show features hits from the Temptations, Diana Ross, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson & many more.Venue: Gracie Fields Theatre, RochdaleTime: Doors 7pmPrice: £13-£15Bookings: www.graciefieldstheatre.com orBookings/enquiries: 01706 716689

WorkshopsClasses & Talks

Creative Writing WorkshopsTouchstones Rochdale is offering any would be or existing writers, the opportunity to open up a whole new world of creative expression. Through these sessions of creative writing, we will explore the techniques and styles professional writer’s use, to bring words to life which leaves us with memorable impressions. Whilst drawing inspiration from the rich and intriguing arts & heritage collection, the group will also join in some amusing and vibrant workshops. Ring for further details.Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeEnquiries: 01706 924932

Last Tuesday of the Month Knitty GrittyOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleNo booking required. Join our monthly knitting circle in the café. Bring along your own knitting projects, share ideas or start something new. Younger knitters are welcome in school holidays. Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 2 pm-3.30pmEnquiries: 01706 924492

Second Tuesday of Every MonthFriends of Rochdale Art GalleryFor many years the Friends have been helping the Art Gallery to conserve and acquire paintings for the collection. Talks by invited speakers about art history and craft are held most months with the occasional trip to visit other art collections. Talks cost £2 per person including refreshments payable on the door. No booking required. All welcome.Ring for further details.Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: Tea/Coffee from 12.15pm; talk at 12.45pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

HEYWOOD Wednesday 14 July 2010-Friday 16 July 2010

PENNINESMonday 16 August 2010 -Tuesday 17 August 2010

ROCHDALEWednesday 29 September 2010-Friday 1 October 2010 Recycled Teenagers Festivals 2010 Organised by Rochdale MBCRecycled Teenagers Festivals are a series of free events and activities for the over 50’s held across the borough. Events take place in various locations and full brochures will be available nearer the time. For further information please contact 01706 924334. Venues: VariousEnquiries: 01706 924334 & 01706 924928 Rochdale TIC

Saturday 17 July 2010 Workshop with Tanvi KantOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleAn Adults Event – Join artist Tanvi Kant from the shape of things exhibition to explore her textile-based jewellery practice, see demonstrations and have a go at some techniques yourself. Booking essential.Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 11am-4pmBooking/enquiries: 01706 924492

Thursday 22 July 2010 to Sunday 5 September 2010 Summer Holiday QuizOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleDrop in during normal opening hours - no booking required. Complete the quiz and get a chance to be entered into a free prize draw.Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 10am-5pm Mon-Sat, 12noon-4.30pm Sun/Bank HolidaysEnquiries: 01706 924492


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Sunday 25 July 2010 & Sunday 29 August 2010 FACT Sundays – Family Activity Creative TimeLast Sunday of Every MonthOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleJoin us for an afternoon of creative, fun activities for all the family. A free activity for all the family; there’s no need to book. Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 1.30pm-3pmEnquiries: 01706 924492

Wednesday 4, 11 & 18 August 2010 Create: Consult-Summer SessionsOrganised by Touchstones RochdaleA Young People’s event aged 14-19. A series of workshops linked to a forthcoming exhibition of prints and drawings from the Gallery’s collection. Work with Gallery staff and artists to help choose pieces for display; look at how the work will be presented and create your own artwork to take away. Booking required. Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The EsplanadeTime: 1pm-4pmBooking/enquiries: 01706 924492

Thursday 5 August 2010 & Friday 6 August 2010 Theatre WorkshopOrganised by Starstruck Theatre SchoolStarstruck Theatre School are opening their doors to children aged 5-16 for a two days summer drama workshop. The workshop will be run by Rochdale professional actor Colin Meredith and Choreographer Ann Parkinson. The aim of the two day workshop is to help young people develop enthusiasm & confidence through fun-filled drama activities. No previous experience necessary. Reservations/enquiries: Colin 01706 710810 or email: [email protected].

Friday 10 September 2010 ‘Edgar Wood in Context’ – An Illustrated TalkOrganised by Middleton Heritage & Conservation GroupAn illustrated talk by local historian Geoff Wellens followed by potato pie supper.

Please refer to website: www.edgarwood.com. Venue: Long Street Methodist Church, Middleton Time: 7pmPrice: £5 - tickets available from Jon Miguel Middleton Shopping Centre, S Wellens & Sons, 121 Long Street, Middleton or by emailing: [email protected]: 0161 643 5228 W

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We will be using the Youth Bus to host the sessions at di�erent locations across the Borough. Parents are invited to drop in for an informal chat, advice and support, and be able to find out about parenting courses that we run throughout the year. They will be able to ‘have a go’ at some of the activities that we use on our courses, including inter-active computer programmes.

The Drop-in sessions will be sta�ed by members of the Parenting Support Team, who will be able to o�er advice around all aspects of parenting, and will also o�er support if parents are concerned that their children and young people may be getting involved in risk taking behaviours, such as anti-social behaviour, drugs and alcohol.

The Parenting Support Team are going to be holding a series of Parent Drop-In sessions as part of the Safe4Summer campaign.

Someone for parents to talk to... Call in at any of these venues:

Thursday 15th July - 1pm – 4pmMiddleton Gardens

Friday 16th July - 9am – 12noonWardle - to be confirmed

Monday 26th July - 9am – 12noonMorrison’s Car Park, Rochdale

Tuesday 27th July - 12noon – 3pmMorrison’s Car Park, Heywood

For further information please contact: The Parenting Support TeamTelephone 0845 226 5533

This booklet contains details about activities and events happening across Rochdale borough this summer. If you would like a copy in a different language or an alternative format, please telephone 01706 925645.

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