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   Why is Rochdale a great place to live?

   • It boasts one of the finest town halls in the country and is the place where the worldwide Co-operative movement was born. Steeped in history and heritage, and surrounded by majestic countryside and wild open spaces, Rochdale is one of the biggest and most important towns in the UK.

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   What is Rochdale like?

   • The urban structure of Rochdale is regular when compared to most towns in England, its form restricted in places by its hilly upland terrain. Much of Rochdale's built environment is centred around a central business district in the town centre, which is the local centre of both the town and borough.

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   What is Rochdale known for?

   • The highest concentrated area of locks is in Littleborough. Rochdale has 10 green flag parks, including Rochdale Memorial Gardens, Truffet Park, Hare Hill Park, Broadfield Park, Queens Park and Milnrow Memorial Park. Parks and open spaces. Rochdale is twinned with Lviv in Ukraine, Bielefeld in Germany, Sahiwal in Pakistan and Tourcoing in France.

   Interesting things to know about the borough of Rochdale

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   Why was Rochdale important in the 18th century?

   • During the 18th century, Rochdale was described as being 'renowned for many wealthy merchants' and it was at the centre of Britain’s burgeoning wool trade. Quaker, politician, statesman, social reformer and British radical John Bright was born in Greenbank Rochdale in 1811.

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   What to do in Rochdale?

   • The beautiful 19 th century Town Hall remains the jewel in Rochdale's crown and the town's fascinating history can be explored at Touchstones Rochdale museum, art gallery and cafe. Healey Dell Nature Reserve and Tea Rooms - a beauty spot, nature reserve and wildlife sanctuary rich in industrial archaeology just 2 miles from Rochdale town centre.

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   Where is Rochdale in Greater Manchester?

   • The town is also home to The Flying Horse Hotel – Greater Manchester Pub of the Year 2019. Rochdale is a borough in the north of Greater Manchester, comprising of Heywood, Middleton, Milnrow and Newhey, Littleborough, and Wardle.

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   Singer Lisa Stansfield - best known for worldwide chart topper ‘all around the world’ is from Rochdale. The 6th Doctor from the BBC's Doctor Who, Colin Baker, grew up in Rochdale. The Courteeners, best known for hit single ‘Not 19 Forever’ hail from Middleton.

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   Rochdale (/ ˈ r ɒ tʃ d eɪ l / ROTCH-dayl) is a town in Greater Manchester, England, and the administrative centre of the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale. In the 2021 census the town had a population of 111,261, compared to 223,773 for the wider borough.

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   It boasts one of the finest town halls in the country and is the place where the worldwide Co-operative movement was born. Steeped in history and heritage, and surrounded by majestic countryside and wild open spaces, Rochdale is one of the biggest and most important towns in the UK.

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   Mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, Rochdale became one of the world’s great cotton producers in the Victorian era. An early powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution, its pioneering spirit also inspired the birth of the modern day co-operative movement.

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   During the 18th century, Rochdale was described as being 'renowned for many wealthy merchants' and it was at the centre of Britain’s burgeoning wool trade. Quaker, politician, statesman,...

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   Rochdale's fabulous Grade-1 Victorian Gothic Town Hall is renowned worldwide for its unique and detailed architecture. Marvel at the wonderful craftmanship, immerse yourself in the builing's history and take a look inside the Mayor's Parlour.

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   Rochdale is a borough in the north of Greater Manchester, comprising of Heywood, Middleton, Milnrow and Newhey, Littleborough, and Wardle. Running alongside the Pennines, Rochdale has some of the most beautiful countryside in the region, and is home to a number of well-known landmarks.