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UID:10067825-1786788000-1789232400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Lotta and Lola Museum Trail
DESCRIPTION:Children aged 4+ and their families are invited to try a fun new trail at over 45 museums across the UK this summer including Gallery Oldham. The Lotta and Lola Museum Trail is a free spotter activity from Kids in Museums and Simon & Schuster inspired by Pudding Now Please\, a new and original series from Charlie and Lola creator Lauren Child\, starring Lola and her friend Lotta. \n\n\n\nFollow the trail around the museum to help Lotta and Lola collect kind and useful-ish words that help us all get along. Complete the trail to collect a free sticker! \n\n\n\nShare your drawing on Instagram or BlueSky with the hashtag #LottaAndLolaTrail and tag @kidsinmuseums for a chance to win wonderful prizes\, including a Double National Art Pass Plus Kids courtesy of Art Fund and a signed Lauren Child book bundle! \n\n\n\nPlease note that Gallery Oldham is closed on Sundays and Mondays so the trail won’t be available on those days.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/lotta-and-lola-museum-trail/
LOCATION:Gallery Oldham\, 35 Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Exhibitions, Talks & Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T235959
DTSTAMP:20260731T145034Z
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SUMMARY:Oldham Time Trek Trail
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nIf you enjoyed the Oldham Time Trek Trail last year\, there are 17 new town centre stops to access on the Time Trek page\, alongside the dozen stops featuring animated characters and puzzles. Learn about the people and places that make our town centre so special by visiting https://www.oldham.gov.uk/homepage/1221/explore_oldham_time_trek_trail or scanning the QR codes dotted around Oldham Town Centre. \nNo booking necessary – explore at your leisure throughout the Oldham Histories Festival and beyond. \nChoose a starting point on the online map or scan a QR code in the town centre.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/oldham-time-trek-trail/
LOCATION:Oldham Town Centre\, The Old\, Town Hall\, Parliament Square\, Oldham\, Oldham\, OL1 1RA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All ages,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T235959
DTSTAMP:20260731T145648Z
CREATED:20260731T145036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145648Z
UID:10066671-1789084800-1789862399@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Dig Into Your Roots at Oldham Archives
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nDo you have knots in your family tree and don’t know how to unpick them? Are you interested in the house\, street or area where you live but need tips on finding out more? Maybe you’re just curious about what was in the news on the day you were born. Drop into Oldham Archives throughout the festival\, our friendly team is here to help. \nNo need to book\, just drop in. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 10am-5pm\, Saturday 10am-1pm. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival. \nHeader image by Joel Fildes.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/dig-into-your-roots-at-oldham-archives/
LOCATION:Oldham Archives\, Ascroft Street\, Oldham\, Greater Manchester\, OL1 1XF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All ages,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145028Z
CREATED:20260731T145028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145028Z
UID:10066677-1789205400-1789225200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Oldham Parish Church Heritage Open Day
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nOldham people from all walks of life have worshipped on the site of the Parish Church of St Mary with St Peter since 1280. The current church is a Grade II* listed building designed by the architect Richard Lane and opened in 1830. Visit on the open day and find out about the mill owners of Oldham and the legendary ‘Oldham Giant’. \nDrop in\, no need to book. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/oldham-parish-church-heritage-open-day-2/
LOCATION:Oldham Parish Church\, Rock Street\, Oldham\, OL1 3UH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All ages,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145028Z
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SUMMARY:The Butcher\, The Baker\, The Candlestick Maker: Everyday Life in Early 20th Century Royton
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nCome and have a look at a series of old photographs of Royton\, celebrating the businesses and occupations that have fuelled the town’s economy. The slide show will be displayed across two TV monitors in Royton Library. \nDrop in\, no need to book. \nFree parking is available nearby. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/the-butcher-the-baker-the-candlestick-maker-everyday-life-in-early-20th-century-royton-2/
LOCATION:Royton Library\, 60 Rochdale Road\, Royton\, England\, OL2 6QJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145021Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145021Z
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SUMMARY:Open Days at Holy Trinity Church Dobcross
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nPick up our booklet containing a brief history of the church and tour the building at your own pace. Admire the original three-sided gallery with its box-type pews\, small chancel and central West Tower. The tower is flanked by porches with swept coped parapets and ball finials. The top stage of the Tower is in the Italianate style with arcades and clock faces. The Historic Graveyard is open all day. \nThere is a slight downhill gradient on the stone path to the entrance of the church. Visitors should take care as some of the gravestones adjacent to the church entrance are smooth and can be hazardous in wet weather. Warning notices are posted. \nThere is street parking on Woods Lane and Nudger Green. \nOpen Monday to Sunday 10am-4pm throughout the Oldham Histories Festival.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/open-days-at-holy-trinity-church-dobcross/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church Dobcross\, 24 Woods Lane\, Oldham\, OL3 5AN
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145023Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Trinity Church Bardsley Open Day
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nCall in at Holy Trinity Church in Bardsley to explore the building\, look through historical documents and visit the War Grave in the church graveyard. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day. \nDrop in\, no need to book. Street parking is available near the church and also at Oldham Rugby Union Club on Byrth Road. \nThis event is part of the Oldham Histories Festival.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/holy-trinity-church-bardsley-open-day/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church Bardsley\, Byrth Road\, Oldham\, OL8 2TJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145025Z
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UID:10066727-1789207200-1789228800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Exploring Daily Working Life Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nJoin us at St Chad’s Church Saddleworth for an exhibition by the Parish Centre Art Group. The exhibition offers a creative collection of new and past artworks that explore stories of working life\, crafts\, traditions\, routines\, and rituals\, drawing on real Saddleworth people and the jobs they did\, from familiar trades to the quieter tasks that kept daily life going. \nDrop in\, no need to book. \nThis event is part of the Oldham Histories Festival.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/exploring-daily-working-life-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:Saddleworth St Chad Parish Church\, Church Lane\, Uppermill\, OL3 6LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145027Z
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UID:10066689-1789207200-1789212600@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of Historic Royton
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nA guided walk around the centre of Royton looking at some of the town’s historic buildings and sites. The tour is approximately 1.4 miles. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. \nNo need to book\, just turn up \nMeet outside Royton Town Hall\, Rochdale Road\, Royton O2 6QG. Free parking is available nearby. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/walking-tour-of-historic-royton/
LOCATION:Royton Town Hall\, Rochdale Road\, Royton\, England\, OL2 6QG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All ages,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145027Z
CREATED:20260731T145027Z
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UID:10066731-1789207200-1789228800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Who do you think they were? The people who built St Anne's Royton and other famous locals
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nJoin us at St Anne’s Royton and get to know the people of the Church and parish who built the beautiful St Anne’s Church and School. Discover what their jobs and roles in the community were and find out about other famous Roytonians. Learn more about the Church’s design by leading architect Temple Moore\, the stunning stained glass\, our unique Stations of the Cross and contemplate Liverpudlian sculptor Arthur Dooley’s Dachau Crucifixion.  \nGuided tours and refreshments available with activities for children too! \nDrop in\, no need to book. \nThis event is part of the Oldham Histories Festival.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/who-do-you-think-they-were-the-people-who-built-st-annes-royton-and-other-famous-locals/
LOCATION:St Anne’s Church Royton\, 2 St Anne's Avenue\, Royton\, Oldham\, OL2 5AD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145017Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145017Z
UID:10066735-1789210800-1789216200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Alexandra Park Walk
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nJoin Jeremy Sutcliffe for a guided walk around Oldham’s premier park created in 1865. Starting and finishing at the Boathouse Café\, learn about who created the park and come face to face with statues of some of Oldham’s celebrated people. \nBooking essential via Eventbrite. \nMeet at the Boathouse Café\, OL8 2AX \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/alexandra-park-walk-2/
LOCATION:Alexandra Park\, Oldham\, 5 Kings Road\, Oldham\, England\, OL8 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All ages,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145015Z
CREATED:20260731T145015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145015Z
UID:10066737-1789221600-1789228800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Author Talk ‘Bert: Postcards from Labrador’
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nJoin us for an illustrated talk on the remarkable Bertha Lewis. Known as Bert\, she left Oldham for Labrador\, Canada\, at the age of 23 to work as a teacher. Through the postcards she sent home to Oldham\, author Philip Birch has written a novel based on his grandmother’s experiences. Signed copies of the book will be available on the day. \nBooking essential via Eventbrite. \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/author-talk-bert-postcards-from-labrador/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events,Reading and Books
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