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Community

Tintern Road Walkabout: July 2026

We're excited to let you know about our neighbourhood walkabout at Tintern Road (Middleton) in July. Customers are welcome to join the walkabout to speak to our teams and share feedback.

Wed 22 JulKirkholt Community Centre(2mi)

via Kirkholt Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Help shape the future of Lower Falinge

Together, we can help create a Lower Falinge that builds on its unique character, supports current and future generations, and becomes an even better place to live, work and visit. Come along, get involved, and help shape the future of Lower Falinge.

Wed 22 JulKirkholt Community Centre(2mi)

via Kirkholt Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Citizens Advice at Crompton Library

Citizens advice are now offering a drop in session at Crompton library. These sessions are on a first come first served basis.

Wed 22 Jul10:30Crompton Library(0.8mi)

via Crompton Library

Likely freeChildren & Family

Family Crafts at Crompton Library

Join us for a family craft session at Crompton Library. No need to book.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Crompton Library(0.8mi)

via Crompton Library

Community

Digital Drop-In

Do you need help with your device? Volunteers from Inclusive Bytes are on hand to assist you with all your digital enquiries

Wed 22 Jul12:00Oldham Library(3.1mi)

via Oldham Library

Community

Wednesday CRAFTernoons (next session 8th July)

Established in April 2022 and hosted by Buttons Haberdashery. for more information and to book your place.

Wed 22 Jul12:00St George's Church(3.4mi)

via St George's ChurchLocal gem

Community

A Bit of Background

Every Wednesday 11.30 till 2.00 two course lunch and bingo

Wed 22 Jul12:30Crimble Croft Community Centre(4.3mi)

via Crimble Croft Community CentreCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Chadderton Knitters

Join our friendly knitting group

Wed 22 Jul14:00Oldham Community Leisure(3mi)

via Oldham Community Leisure

Arts & CultureCommunity

Knit & Natter

New Knit & Natter Group You are invited to join our Knit and Natter group, on Wednesday, 1.30pm -3.30pm at Christ Church. Beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters welcome. All equipment and materials can be provided. See Karen Atkinson for more details.

Wed 22 Jul14:30Christ Church Chadderton(3.8mi)

via Christ Church Chadderton

Arts & CultureHistory & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Gallery Talk: Natural History Collection

This is part of our monthly talk programme. All our talks are free, informal and last around 40 minutes with time to ask questions at the end. Join our curator Patricia Francis for a tour of our brand new Our Beautiful Oldham gallery. She will share stories about the birds, animals, plants and insects on display. Meet in Our Beautiful Oldham Gallery. No need to book.

Wed 22 Jul15:00Gallery Oldham(3.1mi)

via Gallery Oldham

Likely freeCommunity

Bounce and rhyme

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

Wed 22 Jul15:00Lees Library(3.6mi)

via Lees Library

Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday Worship

A family friendly service of the word where many of our young families join us for prayer and worship.

Wed 22 Jul19:00St Thomas' Church(2mi)

via St Thomas' ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £2

Norden and Bamford Bridge Club

Join us for Duplicate Bridge on Wednesday evenings. Please arrive just before 7:00pm. Play finishes by around 10:00pm. Visitors and always welcome. A free taster session is available to first time visitors. Table Money (Members) - £2 per person Table Money (Visitors) - £3 per person Annual Subscription - £20 per person

Wed 22 Jul19:00St George's Church(3.4mi)

via St George's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Life Groups

Life Groups is happening at Hope Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Wed 22 Jul19:30Hope Church(0.9mi)

via Hope ChurchCurated

Community

Rochdale Neighbourhood Drop-In: July 2026

Our community drop-in sessions are an opportunity to meet with members of your RBH Neighbourhood Team in person. There's no appointment needed, and you can get help and support with a variety of things, including reporting repairs , paying your rent , dealing with damp and mould , tackling anti-social behaviour , and much more.

Thu 23 JulKirkholt Community Centre(2mi)

via Kirkholt Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Bellshill walkabout: July 2026

We're excited to let you know about our neighbourhood walkabout in Bellshill in July. Customers are welcome to join the walkabout to speak to our teams and share feedback.

Thu 23 JulKirkholt Community Centre(2mi)

via Kirkholt Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Coffee morning

The full scoop on Coffee morning lives over on Hope Church's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Thu 23 Jul10:00Hope Church(0.9mi)

via Hope ChurchCurated

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Venues with events near Rushcroft, Higher

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Kirkholt Community Centre2.0 miles away Crompton Library0.8 miles away Hope Church0.9 miles away

More about Rushcroft, Higher

Greater Manchester, England

Rushcroft, Higher is part of Greater Manchester, with everyday links to nearby towns and city districts. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Rushcroft, Higher events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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