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UID:10066013-1789117200-1789146000@hla.oldham.gov.uk
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/
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:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTSTAMP:20240927T102953Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T102953Z
UID:10002011-1789120800-1789124400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Bounce and Rhyme
DESCRIPTION:Rhyming sessions for under 5s
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bounce-and-rhyme-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Oldham Library & Lifelong Learning Centre\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, OL1 1AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260129T163516Z
CREATED:20251103T140817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T163516Z
UID:10003721-1789120800-1789124400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Bounce & Rhyme at Fitton Hill Library
DESCRIPTION:Join our playful sessions and meet new friends\, explore the library spaces\, learn new rhymes and songs and enjoy some sensory play in our Bounce and Rhyme Sessions. \n\n\n\nPerfect for 0 – 5’s. \n\n\n\nFree to join\, no need to book.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bounce-rhyme-at-fitton-hill-library/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Fitton Hill Library\, Fircroft Road\, Oldham\, England\, OL8 2QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260326T171155Z
CREATED:20260326T171153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T171155Z
UID:10032783-1789120800-1789124400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Bounce and rhyme
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our weekly bounce and rhyme event. Learn new rhymes\, sing songs and make friends. Perfect for the 0-4’s. Free
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/bounce-and-rhyme-11/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Greenfield Library\, Chew Vale\, Greenfield\, England\, OL3 7EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145031Z
CREATED:20260731T145031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145031Z
UID:10066055-1789120800-1789142400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
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-daysat-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:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260129T162748Z
CREATED:20240502T151208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T162748Z
UID:10005287-1789120800-1789126200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Confidence at Northmoor Library
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our free online course for beginners and develop your digital skills so you can feel comfortable in the online world.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/online-basics-3/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Northmoor Library\, Chadderton Way\, Oldham\, England\, OL9 6DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Digital,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20251103T140408Z
CREATED:20240508T114449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T140408Z
UID:10010131-1789122600-1789126200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Chat & choose at Northmoor Library
DESCRIPTION:Pop in to Northmoor Library and have a brew and a chat with others about books or anything you like.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/chat-choose/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Northmoor Library\, Chadderton Way\, Oldham\, England\, OL9 6DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20251103T140452Z
CREATED:20240508T115241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T140452Z
UID:10010653-1789122600-1789126200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Chat & choose at Limehurst Library
DESCRIPTION:Pop into Limehurst Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/chat-choose-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Limehurst Library\, Lime Green Parade\, Oldham\, England\, OL8 3HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20251103T140542Z
CREATED:20240508T115456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T140542Z
UID:10011175-1789122600-1789126200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Chat & choose at Fitton Hill Library
DESCRIPTION:Pop into Fitton Hill Library for a brew and a chat about books or anything you like.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/chat-choose-3/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Fitton Hill Library\, Fircroft Road\, Oldham\, England\, OL8 2QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145030Z
CREATED:20260731T145030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145030Z
UID:10066675-1789124400-1789138800@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/
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:20260911T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTSTAMP:20241115T164655Z
CREATED:20241115T164651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T164655Z
UID:10021377-1789131600-1789135200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Digital confidence
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and join our free platform for beginners. Develop your digital skills or get comfortable with your own device. \n\n\n\nWork through modules at your own pace \, with someone there for guidance if you need. Come along and improve your digital confidence.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/digital-confidence-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Crompton Library\, 7 Farrow Street\, Shaw\, Oldham\, England\, OL2 8QY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20250829T134331Z
CREATED:20250829T134329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T134331Z
UID:10039005-1789131600-1789138800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Crompton Crafters
DESCRIPTION:Join our friendly crafters at Crompton Library\, chatting and crafting.  What better way to spend a Friday afternoon\, meeting weekly?
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/crompton-crafters-4/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Crompton Library\, Farrow Street East\, Shaw\, Oldham\, OL2 8QY
CATEGORIES:Adult Art & Crafts,Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20250724T170544Z
CREATED:20250724T170529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T170544Z
UID:10033827-1789135200-1789138800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Chat and choose
DESCRIPTION:Fancy a brew?  Our chat and choose sessions are a great opportunity to meet people \, relax and pick up a good book
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/chat-and-choose-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Uppermill Library\, St Chads House\, Uppermill\, Uppermill\, England\, OL3 6AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All ages
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260326T170550Z
CREATED:20260326T170224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T170550Z
UID:10060507-1789135200-1789138800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Chat and Choose
DESCRIPTION: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?
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/chat-and-choose-4/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Uppermill Library\, St Chads House\, Uppermill\, Uppermill\, England\, OL3 6AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Groups,Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T150657Z
CREATED:20260420T150653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T150657Z
UID:10063041-1789137000-1789142400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Builds and board games at Failsworth library.
DESCRIPTION:Come have a chat and play a game at our social Lego and Board Games club aimed at adults. \n\n\n\nChoose any of the games provided at the library or bring your own if you prefer.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/builds-and-board-games-at-failsworth-library/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Oldham\, M35 0HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T183000
DTSTAMP:20260207T110618Z
CREATED:20260119T115533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T110618Z
UID:10050737-1789147800-1789151400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Game on at Fitton Hill Library
DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/game-on-at-fitton-hill-library-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Fitton Hill Library\, Fircroft Road\, Oldham\, England\, OL8 2QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Young People
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145029Z
CREATED:20260731T145029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145029Z
UID:10066685-1789153200-1789156800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Oldham Town Centre Ghost Walk
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nAre you ready to take a journey into the shadowy past of Oldham? Join our ghostly guide and meet the shades of Oldham’s past at the town’s most haunted spots. Our tales of mystery and intrigue will capture your imagination. \nBooking essential via Eventbrite. There is a booking fee of £6 for children and £12 for adults for this event. Maximum of 4 children with each adult. \nStart at The Old Museum\, Greaves Street\, Oldham OL1 1DN \nThis event is part of Oldham Histories Festival 2026.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/oldham-town-centre-ghost-walk-2/
LOCATION:The Old Museum\, Greaves Street\, Oldham\, England\, OL1 1DN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Ghost-Walk-HLA.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145028Z
CREATED:20260731T145028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145028Z
UID:10066031-1789205400-1789218000@hla.oldham.gov.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Butcher-Baker-HLA.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Oldham-Parish-Church-HLA.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145021Z
CREATED:20260731T145020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145021Z
UID:10066695-1789207200-1789228800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/HTD-HLA.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145023Z
CREATED:20260731T145023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145023Z
UID:10066723-1789207200-1789228800@hla.oldham.gov.uk
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/HTB-HLA.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145025Z
CREATED:20260731T145025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145025Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/St-Chad-Art-HLA.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145027Z
CREATED:20260731T145027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145027Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Royton-Walk-HLA.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145027Z
CREATED:20260731T145027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145027Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/St-Anne-HLA.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260207T105731Z
CREATED:20260119T114629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T105731Z
UID:10047825-1789207200-1789214400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Game on at Fitton Hill Library
DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Sessions at Fitton Hill Library. Sessions are 30 minutes long and bookable with a member of library staff.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/game-on-at-fitton-hill-library/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Fitton Hill Library\, Fircroft Road\, Oldham\, England\, OL8 2QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Young People
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260129T163443Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T163443Z
UID:10042395-1789209000-1789214400@hla.oldham.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Lego Club at Failsworth Library
DESCRIPTION: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 \n\n\n\nFor ages 5 and over. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an Adult.
URL:https://hla.oldham.gov.uk/event/lego-club-2/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Failsworth Library\, Oldham Road\, Oldham\, M35 0HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children & Families,Young People
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145017Z
CREATED:20260731T145017Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145008Z
CREATED:20260731T145008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145008Z
UID:10066697-1789293600-1789315200@hla.oldham.gov.uk
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-2/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church Dobcross\, 24 Woods Lane\, Oldham\, OL3 5AN
CATEGORIES:Festivals & Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260731T145010Z
CREATED:20260731T145010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T145010Z
UID:10066729-1789293600-1789315200@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-2/
LOCATION:Saddleworth St Chad Parish Church\, Church Lane\, Uppermill\, OL3 6LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Talks & Tours,Festivals & Outdoor Events
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