Events this month in Rochdale

This month's Lunchtime Concert is:

Julie Elliott - Mezzo Soprano

An exhibition showcasing the work of two of Rochdale's freshest and newest artists, Helen McCarthy and Zak Hammouda.

Helen uses close up and macro photography to capture floral detail at its most striking and radiant. Zak uses acrylics on canvas to capture tones of an abstract lifecycle, through the movements of grunge, garage and pop art.

To attend the preview evening on Friday 3rd February please contact for an invitation.

Objects: “To advance the education of women, irrespective of race, creed and party so as to enable them to make the best contribution towards the common good.

To educate such women in the principles of good citizenship. To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation for such women in the interests of social welfare and a view to improving their conditions of life”

The main guild meeting is held on the second Wednesday of the month except August. All meetings are held in the Coach House, Lodge Street, Littleborough at 7.30pm.

Arts & Crafts - 1st Wednesday in the month
Business - 2nd Wednesday in the month
Miscallany – 3rd Wednesday in the month
Social Studies – 4th Wednesday in the month

Book Sales Table Every Week!

Benefits Advice

Support group for those caring for people with dementia to come together in a safe and welcoming environment where they can speak with each other, volunteers and professionals for support.

This session will continue on the last Wednesday of every month.

Group meeting and postal night.

Buds are bursting, bulbs are emerging and birds are busy making nests. Take a walk in the woods searching for signs of Spring.

Limited places, so booking essential.

An easy 4.5 mile walk.

Allow time for parking and getting your walking gear on.

Due to the increased popularity of these walks, car sharing whenever possible would reduce parking congestion. Bring adequate clothing, snack and drink. With respect, no dogs allowed.

The Ramblers’ Association aims to encourage walking, protect rights of way, increase access on foot to uncultivated land and defend the beauty of the countryside. Walking boots and suitable clothing are advised for all walks. Leaders may turn away walkers who are not adequately dressed for the conditions.

For more information contact: David Kay 01706 374633 (or mobile 07944088699) or Maureen Rush 01706 632303.

8 mile walk.

Allow time for parking and getting your walking gear on.

Due to the increased popularity of these walks, car sharing whenever possible would reduce parking congestion. Bring adequate clothing, snack and drink. With respect, no dogs allowed.

The Ramblers’ Association aims to encourage walking, protect rights of way, increase access on foot to uncultivated land and defend the beauty of the countryside. Walking boots and suitable clothing are advised for all walks. Leaders may turn away walkers who are not adequately dressed for the conditions.

For more information contact: David Kay 01706 374633 (or mobile 07944088699) or Maureen Rush 01706 632303.

Special Diesel Weekend starring a range of the nations best preserved diesel locos will be returning again next year.

Anybody who loves diesel locomotives will love this weekend.

Experience the awesome power of the world's largest working mill engine in full steam and on public display.