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  • Oldham Time Trek Trail

    Oldham Town Centre The Old, Town Hall, Parliament Square, Oldham, Oldham, United Kingdom

    There's fun and local interest for everyone in our new improved Town Trek Trail.

    Free

  • Dig Into Your Roots at Oldham Archives

    Oldham Archives Ascroft Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

    Call into Oldham Archives to find out how our collections can support your research.

    Free

  • Crompton Crafters

    Crompton Library Farrow Street East, Shaw, Oldham

    Join our friendly crafters at Crompton library. Chatting and crafting, what better way to spend a Friday afternoon.

  • Digital confidence

    Crompton Library 7 Farrow Street, Shaw, Oldham, England, United Kingdom

    Drop in and join our free platform for beginners. Develop your digital skills or get comfortable with your own device. Work through modules at your own pace , with someone there for guidance if you need. Come along and improve your digital confidence.

  • Crompton Crafters

    Crompton Library Farrow Street East, Shaw, Oldham

    Join our friendly crafters at Crompton Library, chatting and crafting. What better way to spend a Friday afternoon, meeting weekly?

    £1

  • Chat and choose

    Uppermill Library St Chads House, Uppermill, Uppermill, England, United Kingdom

    Fancy a brew? Our chat and choose sessions are a great opportunity to meet people , relax and pick up a good book

    Free

  • Chat and Choose

    Chat and Choose
    Uppermill Library St Chads House, Uppermill, Uppermill, England, United Kingdom

    Join us for a cuppa and a chat!Everyone is welcome — and while you’re here, why not pick out a great book to take home?

    Free

  • Oldham Town Centre Ghost Walk

    The Old Museum Greaves Street, Oldham, England, United Kingdom

    Get your spook on for our popular Town Centre Ghost Walks for Oldham Histories Festival.

    £6 – £12

  • Holy Trinity Church Bardsley Open Day

    Holy Trinity Church Bardsley Byrth Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Explore Holy Trinity Church in Bardsley and visit the Commonwealth War Grave.

    Free

  • Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Oldham Open Day

    Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Copster Hill Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Join the ever popular open day at Shree Swaminarayan Mandir and discover the temple's history.

    Free

  • Extra Small Cinema: The Gruffalo

    Failsworth Library Oldham Road, Manchester

    Sensory Cinema experience aimed at Under-fives and their grown-ups. A relaxed, interactive session with a short film.Our sensory film screenings for under 5’s have relaxed seating with beans bags and cushions, sensory play materials and specially chosen early years films are perfect for little ones to get their first cinema experience.Each screening will have free […]

  • Lego Club at Failsworth Library

    Failsworth Library Oldham Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Come and join the fun at Failsworth Library’s Lego Club. Build, create, and play. Let your imagination run wild. No need to book in advance – this is a Drop in event For ages 5 and over. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an Adult.

    Free

  • Writers Café

    Writers Café
    Lees Library Community Hub Thomas Street, Lees, Oldham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

    A Creative Space at Lees Library Take time out, get inspired, and connect with fellow writers at The Writers Café. Whether you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, memoirs, or simply want to try something new, our friendly group offers a relaxed environment where creativity can flourish. Come for: Writing inspiration Friendly discussion Support and encouragement New […]

    Free

  • George Street Chapel Tours

    George Street Chapel Oldham 58 George Street, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Uncover more than 200 years of history at the world's first purpose-built Independent Methodist Chapel.

    Free

  • Werneth Park Walk

    Werneth Park Manchester Road, Oldham, England, United Kingdom

    Explore the story of one of Oldham's historic parks and its links to the Lees and Platt families.

    Free

  • Making History at Oldham Archives

    Oldham Archives Ascroft Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

    Join our behind-the-scenes tour at Oldham Archives and find out about how we care for the collections.

    Free

  • Nostalgic Oldham

    Town Centre, Parliament Square Parliament Square, Oldham

    Oldham Town Centre will step back in time on Saturday 19 September, from 11am to 4pm. Nostalgic Oldham returns with a packed programme of vintage entertainment, live performers, classic cars and family-friendly activities. This popular free one-day event invites visitors of all ages to celebrate Oldham’s heritage with a modern twist, bringing together everything from […]

    Free

  • 240 Years of Tommyfield

    Barker Street Community Centre off Eden Street, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Join Dr Deb Woodman for a deep dive into the history of Tommyfield Market.

    Free

  • Live@TheLibrary: The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon

    Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre Greaves Street, Oldham, United Kingdom

    What is the mystery of the Pirate Lagoon? Join the crew of The Prospero on an adventure to find out.Will we find the treasure? Can we escape from the evil Captain Starkers?This daft and entertaining show gives you the chance to release your inner pirate, make the sound effects and take part in scenes in […]

  • Walking Tour of Historic Royton

    Royton Town Hall Rochdale Road, Royton, England, United Kingdom

    Learn about the historic buildings of Royton on this guided walk for Oldham Histories Festival.

    Free

  • Greengate Jamia Masjid Mosque Open Day

    Greengate Jamia Masjid Mosque 88 Greengate Street, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Learn about the history behind the first mosque built in Oldham on this Oldham Histories Festival open day.

    Free

  • Citizens Advice

    Lees Library Community Hub Thomas Street, Lees, Oldham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

    Drop in session, no appointment required.

    Free

  • Bounce and Rhyme

    Lees Library Community Hub Thomas Street, Lees, Oldham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

    Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event. Learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for the 0-4's.

    Free

  • Mindfulness Walks

    Failsworth Library Oldham Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Adult wellness walks with Oldham Libraries.

  • Knit and Natter

    Knit and Natter
    Uppermill Library St Chads House, Uppermill, Uppermill, England, United Kingdom

    Whether it’s knitting, crocheting, or just a good natter, our friendly group of knitters will make you feel right at home. Join us for this welcoming weekly meet‑up, where you can share tips, chat, and enjoy some relaxed creative time together.

    Free

  • Knit & natter at Failsworth Library

    Failsworth Library Oldham Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Join this friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat every Monday afternoon at Failsworth Library. 

    Free

  • Bounce and Rhyme

    Royton Library Rochdale Road, Royton

    Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event. Learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for the 0-4's.

  • Bounce and Rhyme

    Uppermill library St. Chads, High Street,, Uppermill

    Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event. Learn new rhymes, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for the 0-4's.

  • Dementia Armchair Exercise @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre

    Dementia Armchair Exercise @ Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre
    Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre Burnley Street, Chadderton, England, United Kingdom

    Dementia-friendly, chair-based SitFit workout for beginners. Develop muscle mass, improve balance and coordination, strengthen bones and improve brain health with this easy-to-follow seated exercise routine, designed for those struggling with their mobility.

    Free

  • Books, brew & banter at Failsworth Library

    Failsworth Library Oldham Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Fancy a cuppa ? Want to socialise, unwind and get your hands on the hottest books in town. Swing by and say hi. Chat to others and have a cuppa and take some time to relax with some mindfulness colouring, all in the comfort of our lovely library.

    Free

  • Lees health walks

    Lees Library Community Hub Thomas Street, Lees, Oldham, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

    Walking is a great way to get fit, explore what's on your doorstep and make new friends. We meet at Lees library every Tuesday, between 10:00am and 10:30am

    Free

  • Digital confidence at Failsworth Library

    Failsworth Library Oldham Road, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.

    Free

  • Knit and Natter

    Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre Greaves Street, Oldham, United Kingdom

    Join our friendly knitting group every Tuesday.

    Free

  • Bounce & rhyme at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing centre

    Bounce & rhyme at Chadderton Library and Wellbeing centre
    Chadderton Library and Wellbeing Centre Burnley Street, Chadderton, England, United Kingdom

    Perfect for 0 - 4's explore songs, rhymes, stories and sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme sessions. Discover the wonders of your local library and meet other families. Each class runs for 45 minutes every week with a member of staff followed by free play time to find new favourite books! For more information […]

    Free