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EDITOR

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FEATURES EDITOR Ruth Meredith ruth@rochdalestyle.com

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ASCOT LADIES DAY Fundraiser at Nutters Restaurant

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STRAWBERRY SPARKLE Gem Appeal annual ladies luncheon

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WELCOME Message from the editor

35-46 ROCHDALE LITERATURE & ARTS FESTIVAL Our 12 page guide to what's happening where & when

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CELEBRITY SPECIAL Coronation Street's Sam Aston

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STYLE EXCLUSIVE Actress Emily Aston

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PARALYMPIAN LEGEND Derek Derenalagi speaks to Style

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FROM PALMA TO ROCHDALE Rochdale resident Laura makes her mark

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DRAKE STREET NOW ON TRACK Traders looking forward to a new era

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SUMMER FUN & GAMES Big Games at Queens Park, Heywood

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TOUCHING A FUNNY BONE Andy Parsons heading for Middleton Arena

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EYE FOR FASHION Autumn & Winter 2013 trends

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

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X FACTOR MOTORS Mark D'Apice picks his dream motors

EYECATCHING BEAUTY Rebecca O'Gorman gives her top tips

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DINE IN STYLE Our definitive guide to local restaurants

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QUICK ON THE DRAW Joe Matthews in his Rochdale studio

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NUTTERS DINING DELIGHT Creative recipe from Andrew

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COMPETITIONS Great prizes to be won!

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HOSPICE NEWS Fundraising news from Springhill

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COMMUNITY Catching up with events in Rochdale

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HATS OFF TO THE LADIES! The Rochdale Branch of the NSPCC recently held its annual ‘Ascot at Nutters’ event at Nutters Restaurant. The prestigious event raised over £6000 for the charity and was attended by 169 supporters, all dressed in their finest attire.

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Dear Readers,

This edition marks Style’s ninth birthday! To celebrate we have some extra special interviews with Coronation Street’s Sam Aston (Chesney) and his thespian sister Emily Aston. We also bring you an exclusive interview with Paralympian legend Derek Derenalagi, a truly inspiring sportsman and former soldier.

We have been blessed with some wonderful sunshine over the past few months and at Style we have been busy enjoying Rochdale’s wonderful surroundings, such as Hollingworth Lake and the many other beauty spots that grace the town. What a fantastic summer we have had - the sunshine really does bring out the positives in people and more importantly the positives in our great town.

Rochdale's plans for the future are developing week by week and we are now seeing the benefits of months and months of disruption and road closures. Thankfully for the retailers on Drake Street things are getting back to normal with access resumed and more parking than before. The Metrolink has been tested on Drake Street to its terminus in the centre and the town's transformation is well on its way.

The Co-op museum & Rochdale’s award winning pub, The Baum

As we go to press the annual Feel Good Festival is taking place and from 25th- 27th October we have the Rochdale Literature and Ideas Festival. There are some top names coming to Rochdale for the festival and you will find a 12-page guide to the festival in the centre of this edition. This edition once again includes the Preview events guide, which is full of things to do in the coming months.

The magazine is packed with great places to dine and lots of independent retailers and businesses. Their continued support for Rochdale Style makes our publication possible, so please support them and shop local.

Don't forget to tell anyone who does not get a copy of the magazine they can always read Style online at www.rochdalestyle.com.

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STYLE EXCLUSIVE - CORONATION STREET

ACTOR SAM ASTON Local actor Sam Aston is celebrating ten years on the cobbles, as Corrie favourite Chesney Brown. 20-year-old Sam first became known as the cheeky chappy on the Warburton’s commercial, before joining the Coronation Street cast in 2003.

Style caught up with Sam to discuss drama on the street, family life in Bacup and his love of golf and the Clarets...

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How did you first get into acting?

Well I just followed my family really. I started going to Carol Godby’s theatre workshop at just five years old, but four of my brothers and sisters were already going so I just went to follow suit. But I quickly started enjoying it and by the time I was about six I got my first TV role - a small commercial for Asda (George).

You have eight siblings - did you all catch the acting bug?

Well there’s only two of us who remain in the acting industry now… myself and Emily.

We’ve all just had a love for it, but it’s only me and Emily that have made it our career and have stuck at it. But all my brothers and sisters have done well and are all working in different fields now.

Do you still live at home in Bacup?

Yes I still live at home with my parents. Can’t get enough of my home comforts!!

How would you describe Chesney?

Well Chesney has been through a lot of ups and downs. Unfortunately mostly downs. But he’s strong and Fiz has always been able to keep him on the straight and narrow. You would think he’d have gone off the rails by now, but he’s a good lad with a good heart.

Are there any similarities between you and him?

Not really, he’s had it tough, whereas I couldn’t have asked for a better upbringing. I have a fantastic family and they’re a great support and always have been. I’ve often found it hard playing such a distressed young man because I can’t really relate to what he’s going through.

But because I’ve played Chesney for most of my life I feel like I’ve been there.

It’s very bizarre!

What is coming up for Chesney?

Any spoilers?

At the minute I’m very quiet. He’s content with Sinead so I’m not sure what’s on the cards.

Things never stay the same in soap so we shall have to wait and see!!

Do you think he’s more suited to Sinead or Katy?

Sinead I would say, more so than Katy. I think he’s more himself with Sinead and they seem

barber shop long enough, sooner or later you’re gunna get a hair cut! So don’t get disheartened, I like to think ‘what will be will be’. After all we are all totally powerless, so just enjoy the journey and stay positive!

to have a good laugh; he was always arguing with Katy and they seemed to get stressed out a lot.

Who are your closest friends on the Corrie set?

Obviously the cast members who I work the most with, so Jenny (Fiz), Andy (Kirk), Katy (Sinead), Georgia (Katy) and then I’m good friends with Mikey North (Gary) as we share a dressing room. But I do get on with all the cast members - Corrie is a very friendly place to work and it’s a nice atmosphere there.

Do you watch yourself on television?

No not really, I probably should do from a professional point of view, but because I came into the show from a young age I’ve never really done it, so I’m stuck in that habit now. I find it a bit embarrassing sometimes if I’m honest.

You’ve grown up on the nation’s television screens… do you find that people feel like they know you?

Yes I would say so, they’ve seen Chesney go through an awful lot of troubled times so they feel sorry for you and because it’s on so much some people do feel like it’s real life - they see you as just ‘Chez’ off the street.

Are you planning to stay on the street for the near future?

Yes most definitely. I’ve just signed another 12month contract so I will be here for a little while longer and hopefully longer after that!

Aside from Corrie, what else would you like to work on in the future?

I would like to try theatre maybe one day. I haven’t done much and wouldn’t mind giving it a whirl. I’ve always been a big film fan! So maybe getting a role in a film or the American series ‘Sons of Anarchy’ - I like that show a lot!

I could be a new prospect in that you never know haha!

What do you get up to in your spare time?

Well I have two jobs and a few hobbies so I’m always keeping myself busy, as I run a business with my brother Joe (JSA Print). We do embroidery and screen printing onto clothing for businesses, clubs, groups and labourers, things like that. So that keeps me very busy and Joe works for the business full time. I also like going to the gym and cycling. But my main hobby is golf… I absolutely love the game! It’s just a fantastic rest bite from when things get a bit hectic. I do love my golf!

How do you think Burnley FC will do this season?

I think we’ll do ok. We’ve had a decent start to the season so start as we mean to go on! UTC!!

Do you enjoy the fame side of things?

I don’t know really, I suppose there are ups and downs to any job. I think the fact that I can never escape Chesney is sometimes a negative, like when you’re out and about or in a busy place and you just want to do your own thing it’s hard to blend in. I can be picked out from a crowd and it makes you slightly edgy if you know some people are watching you… it must be the ginger hair!! Nah, I wouldn’t change corrie. I do love it. The recognition is just something that comes with it… it’s part and parcel of the job. So you kind of have to just deal with it.

What advice would you give to aspiring young actors?

That is a tough one; I’m not an expert. I just feel blessed more than anything else. But I think not being afraid to fail is a big one.

Failure can hit people hard but it’s having the courage to just keep going and going and going and never give up. If you hang around the

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Emily is appearing in the upcoming tour of ‘War Horse’

Emily in ‘Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit’

STYLE EXCLUSIVE

ACTRESS EMILY ASTON Local actress Emily Aston is probably best known for her childhood role in the Bafta nominated BBC drama series Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit.

Since then she has had a string of high-profile TV roles, including Funland, Doctors and Heartbeat. She can also lay claim to being the first Aston to walk on those famed Corrie cobbles, before her younger brother Sam turned up as Chesney.

Style caught up with Emily to discuss her upcoming tour of War Horse, her future career hopes and finding an agent in the Yellow Pages!

What was your first acting role & how did you get the part?

I was in my school in Bacup (St Saviour’s) and one day a casting director and director came in.

They were looking for a little red headed girl for a drama called Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit. The headteacher said to my mum, ‘Janet the BBC have been in today, they had a chat with your Emily, but don’t worry I don’t think anything will come of it’. They saw 200 girls and I was one of a shortlist of six and ended up getting the part. After that my mum went to Bacup Library and found me an agent in the yellow pages!

You once received a Bafta nomination?

Yes, Best Actress for Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit. I was only 7 years old, it was mad!

You have eight siblings, three of whom are also actors! Why do you think that is?

Well our Joe did do it for a while but doesn’t anymore. So it’s just me and our Sam now. It

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all happened by accident really and we have been very lucky.

Do you still live locally?

I kind of live everywhere at the moment as I am on tour with a show.

You’ve had a varied acting career so far, but which role has been your favourite?

This is always a hard question for me. I have quite a few. Obviously Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit because it was my first ever part and it is what got me into acting, but then I enjoyed working with Shane Meadows in Dead Man’s Shoes.

Do you prefer stage or screen?

I love stage, as you can’t beat a live audience and having to think on your feet if anything goes wrong! But I do love television and film. I just feel lucky to be doing either of them!

What are you up to at the moment?

Well I am in rehearsals for the UK and Ireland tour of War Horse. I have never done a theatre

show on this scale; it is amazing… I am so excited! I feel so so lucky to be a part of it.

Everyday I keep thinking someone is going to come up to me and say they got the wrong Emily or something!

What roles would you love to play in the future?

I would love to do a really gritty drama or film.

Something I can really get my teeth into.

Are you a Coronation Street fan?!

I do love Corrie. I think it’s got a bit everything in it. I have always enjoyed my soaps!

You used to be in Coronation Street yourself, as Becky Palmer… would you like to return to the cobbles?

I would love to return to the Cobbles! I love Corrie and I would feel so lucky if I got the opportunity to do it again!

What advice would you give to young actors?

It is a very hard business to be in, but don’t give up! There will be ups and downs but just keep going! Make sure you get your education as it is always good to have something to fall back on. Just follow your heart!

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Just five years after soldier Derek Derenalagi was declared dead, he stepped out into the Olympic stadium infront of 80,000 people - a fact he admits he still finds ‘hard to believe’.

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disability. He has also agreed to be an

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match in October.

Style spoke to Derek about his incredible

achievements, the many obstacles he has overcome and his future plans...

How did you become an athlete?

I’m a keen sportsman and even before my injuries I used to play Rugby Union. I lost my legs in 2007 and in 2008 I was in the military rehab centre watching the Olympics and Paralympics. The Games inspired me, especially the guys in the wheelchairs and the guys running on blades. I thought to myself ‘I can do that’ and that was the starting point of my training.

What was it like to be a part of the Paralympics?

It was the greatest feeling representing Great Britain. It’s an achievement that I won’t ever forget. I’m so glad that I did it. It was an honour – especially being a soldier and fighting for the country in Iraq and Afghanistan, and then to be competing for Great Britain in the home Olympic Games.

What effect do you think the Paralympics has had on the country?

London has raised the bar for Paralympic sports. I think people have been educated in the Paralympics and disabilities. The Paralympics has affected the country in a big big way. First of all, it’s changed the way we look at disabled people as a whole and it has also educated youngsters all over the country, from North to South - not only the country, but the whole world.

Are you hoping to compete in Rio 2016?

Definitely, that’s the plan. I’ve done London, so why not do it all over again in Rio. As long as my body can take the intensity of the physical and mental training then I’ll do it.

What gave you the motivation to stay positive and achieve everything that you have so far?

My wife and I are Christians. And believing in God has really motivated us to look beyond what has happened. We didn’t look at the negatives, we looked at the positive side of things. And I believe that has helped and motivated us both to carry on.

When I first woke up from the coma after losing my legs, I said to my wife, ‘Can I go to the toilet?’, but she had tears running down her face. She couldn’t tell me so she took a picture.

As amputees, we sometimes experience a

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feeling that our limbs are still intact, when in reality they’re not. When I saw the picture I was devastated.

Whether you’ve been injured in a war zone, a road traffic accident or something else, the support plays a big part in your recovery; especially the support from the people who are closest to you - your husband, wife, parents, brothers, sisters, colleagues. My wife stood beside me through thick and thin and she left her job for two years just to take care of me, which was a massive boost to my recovery.

What advice would you give to anyone hoping to compete in the Paralympic Games?

There are no limits to what you can do in life.

Whether it’s the Paralympics or whatever it may be. You can achieve whatever you want to achieve. The only thing that anyone ever needs is motivation to drive you forward and to build courage every single day of your life. Keep on going and don’t give up.

Not everyone will get into the Paralympic Games and I know there are people who are struggling everyday, but my advice to them is don’t give up on your dreams. There are always other people who are struggling more than you. Be content with what you have. You may not have everything, but you have something. Thank God every single day of your life because some people right now are in hospital struggling to keep breathing, on machines to keep them going. But you and I have the breathe of life. So be thankful. Every single day that I wake up at home I am always thankful that I can face a new day.

You seem an incredibly positive person…

Thank you! I do have down times. I’m not superhuman. But whenever I come across those down moments I think of the guys I was

with in Afghanistan. They are not here today – they have left their kids, their wives and their parents. They were hoping to be here but they couldn’t be. I’ve made it through, even though I’ve lost limbs.

I’ve never regretted losing my legs because I can do the things that able-bodied people can do. Right now I am enjoying life. I love life more now than when I had my legs. That’s from my heart. If I had my legs I would have missed all these opportunities - so I’m thankful, so humble and taking every opportunity that comes my way.

Why did you agree to be an ambassador for the Rugby League World Cup? I’m a rugby player myself, not Rugby League, Rugby Union. But I just love watching Rugby.

I love to promote sport and I would like to encourage people to take up sport and lead a healthier lifestyle. As long as we move ourselves in any sort of sport we will keep motivated.

Will you be coming to the Fiji vs. Ireland match in Rochdale on 28 October?

I am! I’m looking forward to it.

What do you think of Fiji’s chances?!

I think Fiji will beat Ireland! I think they’ll do well, I’ll be routing for them.

What future plans do you have?

I’m taking things one step at a time. The next stage is the Athletics European Championship coming up next year in Swansea. After that it’s the World Championship in Doha, Qatar. Then 2016 is definitely Rio. So I’ll just take each hurdle as it comes and see how things go from there.

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FROM PALMA TO ROCHDALE

There are always different reasons why people decide to go to a new country.

The decision to move to England came as soon as I had finished my studies. Eight years of monotonous university life pushed my imagination countless times to the different places I wanted to visit. My best ally in moments of relaxation was my ipod, loaded with lots of indie pop bands, mostly created in Manchester.

It was by coincidence that I happened to have family members, whom I had lost touch with, living in this ‘musical mecca’. After I finished my last exams only a couple of phone calls were required to start the journey. And so my adventure began…

Arriving in Rochdale My first impression after landing in Manchester was, without a doubt, the cold weather. After my first attempts to communicate, my second thought was: it doesn't matter how good I am in English exams, it’s not going to help me with these accents!

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I have been impressed by the efforts to modernise the town; the updating of the college, and provision of new facilities

access to places is too good to miss and I

soon-to-be new shopping centre.

After my first time around Ashworth Valley, many other places captured my attention and walking has quickly become one of my favourite pastimes in Rochdale. The great diversity of choice and the ease of am always prepared to get my boots covered in mud!

to believe that it was originally created to provide water for Rochdale canal. It seems to be the local centre for water sports, such as sailing, windsurfing or rowing.

Other outdoor activities include nearby stables for horse-riding ¬- maybe I will be tempted to try it one day!

The first time I saw the lake it was completely frozen, but still charming.

Whatever the season, it seems perfect for an afternoon walk and also a great excuse to stop for a drink and enjoy the views.

Healey Dell I should mention how lucky I feel to be living in Shawclough, with Healey Dell on the doorstep. The River Spodden has been flowing through the Dell for thousands of years, creating a delightful backdrop of waterfalls. I was told that the water was used to power wool and cotton mills many moons ago. A disused Victorian railway line is now a nature trail, which is definitely my favourite place for running. There is a real contact with nature here, with the sound of the birds and variety of trees.

Cowm Reservoir This is another little gem I discovered recently. I was surprised when I saw people doing watersports on the lake; excuse my Mallorcan perception of temperature, but they must have been freezing!

I discovered that there’s also a treeplanting programme there, which encourages birds and other sorts of wildlife into the area.

It is a very picturesque place and a popular walk due to the levelled footpath you can complete a lap in just 20 minutes.

Greenbooth Reservoir The idea of a submerged village at the bottom of Greenbooth reservoir has grabbed my attention, as it is much more than just a simple walk around. I discovered that the near-abandoned village was sacrificed to provide the area with a huge reservoir providing locals with a much-needed commodity.

This idyllic view is one of the best in town and seems to be appreciated by both residents and visitors alike.

The reservoir was also where I had my first sledging experience, down the dam, last winter. Although, as it was my first awkward and embarrassing contact with snow, I will spare readers the details!

Rochdale is a well-balanced place, where people can enjoy the best of countryside without straying too far from Manchester. Without hesitation it feels like a second home now, where I can return to if someday I decide to go back to my beloved little island.

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The beauty of the landscape makes it hard

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UnvEiling ThE new Drake Street Drake Street, Rochdale’s historic shopping street is having a facelift to mark the re-opening of the road to traffic.

As the fencing and roadworks disappear, new footpaths and roadways are revealed as well as freshly laid tramlines in anticipation of the new Metrolink, which will travel along Drake Street into the town centre next year.

Working in partnership with traders and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), the council has plans to spruce up the street to increase its appeal to locals and visitors alike.

Councillor Peter Williams, cabinet member for economic development and customer services, said: “Rochdale Town Centre has a lot to offer local shoppers. But in a competitive marketplace we need to diversify and offer something different. Drake Street is definitely positioning itself as an independent shopping quarter that is now much more attractive”.

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Ian Sandiford, Owner of Sandifords International Fine Jewellery and Gifts, said: “It’s been a difficult couple of years trading-wise but we’re now excited about the future trading prospects and the arrival of the tram. It’s a new start for Drake Street, looking better than ever it’s clear we mean business.”

Increased parking spaces on Oldham Road allows the former car park at Wet Rake Gardens to be transformed into a tranquil parkland complete with new footpaths, seating and even a traditional red telephone box. The gardens provide a welcoming gateway to Drake Street and the wider town centre.

Drake Street is an important part of Rochdale’s heritage and a key landmark on the town’s Blue Plaque trail. On Drake Street alone plaques recognise the historical importance and interest of the Wellington Hotel, Butterworth Brothers Jewellers, Champness Hall, Wet Rake Gardens and Cargo Recording Studio.

Attractive planters and trees have been introduced to add further greenery to the area and an information board telling a little of the history of Drake Street will welcome people approaching from the town centre.

‘Superb’ Rochdale jewellery valuer Rochdale jewellery valuer louise Butterworth, based on Drake Street, has had her work rated as ‘superb’ by the national Association of goldsmiths institute of Registered valuers.

This is not the first time Louise has gained high praise for her valuation work. Back in 1997 she was only the fourth person to be awarded the prestigious David Wilkins Award for her ‘extremely impressive work, her standards, ethics, interpretation of trade knowledge and overall presentation’.

Louise is one of only a few registered valuers who is based in a retail environment, meaning clients communicate directly with the valuer at all times. The people of Rochdale are once again assured that their oldest established shop in town continues to be independently and nationally recognised for upholding the highest professional standards.

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Heywood's Big Games ‘a real scorcher’ One of the hottest days of the summer saw local families flocking into Queen's Park to enjoy this year's Big Games.

The fun event, organised by Link4Life in partnership with the Friends of Queen's Park, was a chance to show off sporting activities available in Rochdale including BMX cycling, crown green bowling, climbing, rugby, orienteering, tennis, golf and cricket.

Performances on the bandstand included Heywood’s Voice Choir and Village Glee, the all ages singing group that meet weekly at Heywood Sports Village.

"The day was a huge success", commented Link4Life's event organiser, Donna Livesey, "and the weather made it even better. It was a great chance for local families to find out more about all the many different activities available in the area and to try out something new."

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Andy Parsons returns to the arena with new show One of Britain’s sharpest topical funnymen returns to Middleton Arena this autumn during his UK tour.

Multi-award winning Andy Parsons, who performed a sell-out show at the arena back in 2011 returns on Thursday 17 October.

A regular on television, Andy, a self-styled likeable ‘Mr Angry’, is best known for his numerous appearances on the BBC’s ‘Mock the Week,’ ‘QI’ and ‘Live at the Apollo’.

He’ll be performing his new show ‘I’ve got a Shed,’ which he says is his favourite yet.

As a lynchpin of London's famous Comedy Store Cutting Edge team, Andy Parsons remains one of the most prolific performers on the circuit, having to update weekly to keep up to speed with his co-stars take on current affairs and political banter.

In addition to his television appearances, he has a formidable reputation as a live performer, and as well as three national sell-out tours, he’s a stalwart of the world's major comedy festivals. He’s also had two best-selling comedy DVDs. A multiple award winner, Parsons’ accolades include the Time Out Comedy Award, the New Zealand International Comedy Award, and the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Award.

Widely regarded as one of the country’s best satirical performers and writers, Andy Parsons will be at Middleton Arena on Thursday 17 October.

Tickets (£15) available from www.seetickets.com or 0871 230 0010. Or in person at the arena box office.

COMPETITION!! Style has teamed up with Middleton Arena to give one lucky winner a pair of tickets to see the show on 17th October at 8pm. Our competition winners will be able to relax and enjoy this fabulous evening of entertainment from two of the best seats in the house. To be in with a chance of winning just enter the competition on page 75.

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MoToRing: the X-factor

It’s that time of the year once more, the leaves are starting to turn golden brown, the nights are closing in and the local newsagents are steadily stocking up on supplies for Halloween, this can mean only one thing… X Factor is back on the telly!

Once again, no doubt, the judges will be filmed being deposited at a range of venues in various limousines. The question is, should Simon Cowell ever give you a ring and ask you to appear on his panel, which motor should you insist on?

Normally, I review a car and the whole basis of a write up is based on the driving experience. However, on this occasion I was able to persuade a colleague to take the wheel, whilst I ‘Lord Sugared’ it up in the back.

JAGUAR XJ LONG WHEEL BASE The stretched version of the XJ is five inches longer than the standard car and whilst that doesn’t sound like much, this has been used almost exclusively in the back of the cabin, so much so that I felt almost lost in the space. Once on the road the ride is quiet and so very smooth. Once concentration moves from the road to the interior you start to notice how much the quality of fit and finish has improved under the new Jaguar regime, meaning that the vast expanses of wood found in older jags have been binned in favour of something modern and metallic.

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across the Jaguar-Land Rover range is the pick of the bunch, being frugal yet torquey and smooth yet punchy.

The Jaguar represents the ‘budget’ choice in this group with prices starting at

£59,975, which may seem a lot but as you read on, you will see it is quite a bargain!

MERCEDES S-CLASS AMG When spending a considerable sum of money on a car, you will want to ensure it can meet all your needs, in the case of a limousine you will need something not only for falling out of London nightclubs at 2am and the aforementioned X-Factor auditions, but also in case you find yourself as the dictator of a small, little-know state and for all these purposes, the S-Class is perfect.

The S-Class’ trump card is its anonymity.

It doesn’t have the striking looks of the Rolls Royce or the presence of the Jaguar but that makes it ideal for avoiding the paparazzi and screaming fans. The rear of the cabin is not a spacious as the other two but it’s still a quiet, luxurious place to relax after a hard day of rejecting wannabe pop stars.

The engine is whisper quiet and the ride magic-carpet soft. But, after the chauffeur has gone home and you realise you need to pop to the shops for some milk, switch the AMG to sport mode and you get a supersaloon driving machine that really thrills on twisty roads, despite its considerable weight.

Prices for the new S-Class, on sale early next year, are yet to be realised but expect a six-figure price tag for the 4.7-litre AMG variant.

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leather, exquisite woods and perfectly finished trim all add to a motoring experience that is almost impossible to emulate. The saying goes that the loudest mechanism in a Rolls’ is the clock, but even that in the modern era is silent. Watching the world go by in a silent cocoon is strangely eerie but I’m sure one would get quickly used to it.

The model I lounged in the back of starts at £276,000 but that’s before you start ticking the options list!

Whichever car you choose to be chauffeured around in for your new career, just make sure you can enter and leave the car without flashing the press and making the headlines for all the wrong reasons!

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Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival Expand your mind 25-27 October 2013 www.rochdaleliteraturefestival.co.uk

The Maskew Collection

Get set, go!

A big welcome to the first Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival.

We hope it will be the beginning of a new and exciting chapter in our borough.

We’re very excited about the 2013 programme – over 40 shows in 3 days and truly something for everyone. It’s an inspiring schedule covering drama, dance, music, theatre, film and visual arts as well as literature. We can certainly rely on the artists who are appearing to come up with something to make us think, to challenge us and entertain.

We hope this programme helps you navigate around the festival so you can spend the maximum amount of time enjoying yourself.

The festival is thanks to the generosity of Annie and Frank Maskew, a Rochdale couple who met in the original Rochdale Library in the 1950s. They shared a profound love of literature and philosophy and left a sum of money to be used on resources and events related to literature and philosophy, ensuring classic works are available for future generations.

I would like to thank everyone who has worked so hard to put this festival together and give a warm welcome to all our visitors.

Make sure you see something new, soak up the atmosphere and try something a bit different – you’re likely to discover a treat!

To have such a fantastic line up for our first festival is wonderful and really sets the standard for years to come. I hope you enjoy it.

Enjoy the festival.

Councillor Peter Williams Deputy Leader, Rochdale Borough Council

The Festival Team

Rochdale Borough Council Library Service staff and our partners

Festival compere Norman Warwick The festival is hosted by Rochdale-based poet, writer and broadcaster, Norman Warwick.

He is a regular contributor to local and regional media, compiling the All Across the Arts page in the Rochdale Observer. He appears on BBC Radio and was a judge on the BBC television series Off By Heart.

The festival is organised by Rochdale Borough Council, funded by the Maskew Collection and the Arts Council’s Grants for the Arts Award.

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure accuracy of information at the time of going to print, Rochdale Borough Council ‘the organisers’ do not warrant or assume any legal liability for the accuracy of information disclosed.

Rochdale Borough Council reserves the right to change information contained within the programme.

Please pass your programme onto a friend or recycle it when you’ve finished with it.

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Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival 2013

Think again Welcome to Rochdale Rochdale town centre is being transformed. An attractive vibrant town centre is being created, with fantastic leisure, shopping, cultural and learning opportunities.

Number One Riverside, the main festival venue, is the latest new development. Rochdale Leisure Centre on Entwisle Road opened in 2012. Metrolink trams now arrive at Rochdale train station and are due to come right into the centre in 2014.

Number One Riverside

The striking new Transport Interchange on Smith Street is close to completion. There are imaginative ideas to celebrate our rich heritage - plans to uncover the River Roch to reveal historic medieval bridges and proposals to make the most out of our fabulous Grade 1 listed town hall. With two colleges close to the town centre, the award winning Touchstones Arts & Heritage Centre, restored Co-operative Pioneers Museum and plans for a major retail and leisure development, Rochdale is ready to rise again. The day after the festival the 2013 Rugby League World Cup comes to town, and next year we welcome the 2014 Tour de France.

Visit www.rochdaletowncentre.com or follow @RochdaleCentre for the latest.

Co-operative Pioneers Museum

Getting here

Metrolink

You can travel to Rochdale by train, Metrolink or bus. The train station is a ten minute walk from the main festival venue, and the bus station is directly opposite. If you are bringing your own car you can park for free after 3pm on weekdays in any council car park or metered on street parking. Parking is free on Saturdays and Sundays too. The town is also dotted with conveniently located taxi ranks.

Access information

Get inspired! - The festival blog

Our intention is to make everything we do accessible to all our audiences.

Visit our website for the festival blog. As well as finding out more about what’s going on it’s the first place to find the latest news and reviews.

We therefore offer a free ticket for support workers/ assistants that travel with disabled patrons to ensure they are able to attend. Please be prepared to show relevant ID upon admission to events.

If you have any special requirements or are a support worker/assistant please call 0845 121 2976 or email library.service@rochdale.gov.uk All our venues are accessible to disabled people.

We’ll also post the best entries of our young persons’ blog competition A day in my life and adults’ poetry competition ‘I say it as I see it’ right here.

If you feel inspired - enter our blog competition or poetry competition.

All the information you’ll need is at www.rochdaleliteraturefestival.co.uk

Do something different

We want to learn more about your experience of access at Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival and would welcome your feedback by emailing RochdaleLitFest@rochdale.gov.uk

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Friday 25 October Film and visual arts

Beyond the Margins: Readings from Simon Armitage Poet Simon Armitage has seen his work taken into television, radio, the internet, recorded music, the stage and even onto carved stones on the Pennine Moors. Using film clips and recordings, he’ll talk about his work as well as read his published poetry.

Rochdale Central Library 14:00 (1 hour) £2 (booking required) Suitable for age 14+

Writing workshop with Simon Armitage Poet Simon Armitage leads an inspirational writing workshop.

Rochdale Central Library 15:30 (1 hour) £5 (booking required) Suitable for age 14+

Meet Trevor Hoyle Multi award-winning author & playwright Trevor Hoyle has published a wide range of fiction from novels to short stories, including literary novels, thrillers and science fiction.

He writes drama for BBC Radio 4.

His environmental novel The Last Gasp appears next year in a new edition from award-winning publisher Quercus. Trevor will be discussing two of his novels set in Rochdale and his drama work for the BBC. Rochdale Central Library 11:00 (1 hour) Free (booking required) Suitable for age 14+

The Mask of Anarchy (film) Rochdale Movie Makers and local writing groups Members of Touchstones Creative Writing Group, Langley Writers, Co-operative Members Group, Weaving Words and Cartwheel Arts, gathered together to perform readings of The Mask of Anarchy on 17 August 2013 across the borough.

In this film of the event, readers from our creative writing groups bring to life Shelley’s epic poem. On 16 August 1819, an estimated 60,000 people from across Lancashire gathered at St Peter’s Field, Manchester, to campaign for parliamentary reform against a backdrop of poverty and squalid living conditions. Magistrates sent in the cavalry to ‘disperse’ the crowd and arrest the speakers. Fifteen were killed and hundreds were injured as the cavalry slashed at innocent people with their sabres. Poet Percy Bysshe Shelley was so disgusted by these atrocities, that in response he penned The Mask of Anarchy, which explores the plight of the British working classes in 1819.

194 years later, this film premiere showcases a new interpretation of this historic event.

Rochdale Central Library 12:30 (1 hour) Free (non-ticketed) Suitable for age 14+

Book signings The Mask Books written by the festival guests will be on sale during the festival and there will be Collection signing sessions every day.

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What I have learnt about how to think up new product ideas and turn them into reality Mark Champkins A big show and tell of the quirky, daft and clever from the former British Inventor of the Year, best known for his success in the BBC2 television programme Dragons’ Den. Mark was the first Inventor in Residence at the Science Museum in London creating quirky products such as levitating cutlery and word count pencils. Last year he designed Stephen Hawking a 70th birthday present. He’ll be sharing his own passion for ingenuity and inventiveness, expanding on the ideas and inventions that have informed his work.

Rochdale Central Library 19:15 (1 hour) £2 (booking required) Suitable for age 11+

Troll Swap workshop Leigh Hodgkinson Oodles of flair and imagination will be needed as top children’s author, illustrator and animator Leigh Hodgkinson reads her latest book Troll Swap and invites you to make your very own collage troll hand puppet!

Aside from her many brilliant children’s picture books, Leigh was Art Director of the BAFTA winning animated series Charlie and Lola. Fun and laughter guaranteed.

Rochdale Central Library 16:30 (1 hour) £2 (booking required) Suitable for ages 4-8, accompanied by an adult

Expand your mind

The Pied Piper

Frozen Music

Melvyn Rawlinson & Professor Popup’s Puppet Theatre

Rochdale Music Service

A charming show especially written for children. Performed with mechanical toys, clockwork boxes, glove and finger puppets, gentle music and lighting this performance is a delightful and colourful introduction to story telling and puppet theatre for the very young.

Melvyn has always loved those traditional stories you first hear in childhood and puppetry is the perfect medium to catch the flavour of often larger than life characters.

Rochdale Central Library 18:00 (1 hour) Free (booking required) Suitable for all ages (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

A music performance like no other – produced especially for the festival, featuring young musicians from across the borough.

Work of local poets will be featured and the evening culminates in a breathtaking finale.

Rochdale Central Library 17:00 (3.5 hours) Free (non-ticketed, drop in/drop out)

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Saturday 26 October Music and poetry

Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy accompanied by John Sampson Britain’s first female Poet Laureate has received international acclaim for her work.

Writing for all ages, her work is a mainstay of the national curriculum at GCSE and A-level. Carol Ann’s collections include Standing Female Nude, The Bees and Rapture.

She is also a playwright and has often collaborated with musicians throughout her career. She will read her work accompanied by musician John Sampson, as he weaves music into her poetry for a magical musical experience. Books will be on sale during this event which Carol Ann will be happy to sign.

Rochdale Central Library 17:30 (1 hour) £5 (booking required) Suitable for ages 14+

James Nash Performs poetry to music Prolific writer and poet James Nash reads from his latest collection ‘Some Things Matter,’ with musical accompaniment by Mik Davis, whose settings of James’ poetry have been a huge success.

James has had many short stories published and is currently working on his second novel.

Rochdale Central Library 11:00 (1 hour) Free (non-ticketed) Suitable for all ages (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

James Nash Sonnet writing workshop James follows his performance with an interactive session on sonnet writing, for poets and writers at any stage of their writing experience.

Rochdale Central Library 12:15 (1 hour 15 minutes) Free (booking required) Suitable for age 14+ 06

Mural workshop: Help create a mural for the Children’s Library Vincent James Visual artist, Vincent James, will work with children to create designs for a new mural to adorn the children’s area at the new Rochdale Central Library.

A series of poems have already been created by Rochdale school children, inspired by artist Peter King’s library light installation. These poems will provide inspiration for the new mural. When the designs are complete, children will be able to create their own animations with Vincent, along with video animators.

Rochdale Central Library 11:00 (5 hours) Free (non-ticketed, drop in/drop out) Suitable for all ages (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

Music and poetry… why the fashion to blend them?

Panel discussion from Manchester Salon Poet Mike Garry, rapper Akala, literary commentator Shirley Dent and local writer Norman Warwick consider the artistic tensions involved in blending poetry with music, chaired by Rania Hafez, director of the professional network, Muslim Women in Education.

This promises to be a lively and thought-provoking discussion for anyone interested in the arts.

Rochdale Central Library 13:00 (1 hour 30 minutes) Free (booking required) Suitable for ages 14+

Show your passion

Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival 2013

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Akala Live!

MOBO award-winning hip-hop artist Akala will be performing tracks from his album Doublethink.

The performance promises to bring George Orwell’s 1984 to life through hip-hop music, rapping, singing and drumming. Akala is a label owner and social entrepreneur who fuses unique rap/rock/electro-punk sound with fierce lyrical storytelling.

Known for his compelling talks, television presenting and script-writing talents Akala is one of the most dynamic and literate talents in the UK today.

Rochdale Central Library 16:00 (1 hour) £5 (booking required) Suitable for ages 11+

Dialect poetry and clog performance Heritage Clog & Sid Calderbank A massed clog dance in a flashmob style, developed exclusively for the festival.

Performed by local people of all ages and North West clog teams, and supported by fantastic music from Rochdale Music Service’s award winning folk groups, this multi-media performance will include dance, music, poetry and more.

Rochdale Central Library 14:00 (1 hour) Free (non-ticketed) Suitable for all ages (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

The Fire Bird Susanna Oldfield A dynamic, engaging and charismatic storyteller, Susanna’s fresh style brings age-old stories back into the 21st Century with a bang.

Her natural comic timing, flexible facial expressions and vocal colour bring all kinds of fantastical features to life, from quirky folk tales to epic myths. The classic Russian tale The Fire Bird has it all: wicked brothers, greedy tsars, the Princess of Inexhaustible Loveliness (you need to meet her), the evil sorcerer Kastchey the Deathless, a flying wolf, and a bird of flaming feathers.

Rochdale Central Library 15:00 (1 hour) Free (non-ticketed) Suitable for all ages (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

Posh Tramps and Papooses MaD Theatre Company The latest play from Manchester’s celebrated MaD Theatre Company – and a return to their unique blend of surreal political satire and downright barmyness!

Posh Tramps follows the Longbottom family from Rochdale. Head of the family is Ma who has recently divorced her ‘wife’ in Rochdale’s first ever same sex civil split. However, undeterred, and in an attempt to put that behind her, she is now looking for a fella on the internet.

An hilarious modern fairy tale as class and culture collide.

Touchstones Arts & Heritage Centre 19:00 (2 hours including interval) £5 (booking required) Suitable for ages 14+

Arts across The Maskthe borough Throughout the festival local arts groups will be showcasing their work. Come and say hello!

Collection

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Sunday 27 October Theatre and dance

Street to Recovery Kevin Kennedy Legendary Coronation Street actor Kevin Kennedy, best known for his role as television’s Curly Watts is one of the UK’s most successful soap actors.

He’s since become a West End star, treading the boards in the smash hit musical We Will Rock You and is just about to publish his tell-all autobiography - The Street to Recovery – covering his 20 years on the street, his battle with addiction and recovery, as well as his future plans. The brutally honest book will include stories from working on Coronation Street. He’ll be talking candidly about his life, and answering questions from the audience. As a festival exclusive. Kevin will also be signing copies of his brand new book.

Rochdale Central Library 13:00 (1 hour) Free (booking required) Suitable for ages 14+

Wimpy Kid Show

Glee and Glum/Invisible:

Alastair Watson

Launch and performed extracts

Host Alastair Watson brings the popular books to life with fun activities including The Wimpy Kid Draw-Along and The Wimp Wars quiz.

The show also includes exclusive clips of author Jeff Kinney talking about the books, his involvement in the films and showing how he draws the characters. All those who purchase a book on the day will be eligible for it to be stamped with an exclusive Wimpy Kid Show stamp!

Rochdale Central Library 10:30 (1 hour) £2 (booking required) Suitable for ages 8+ (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

Drama workshop M6 Act Now!

M6 Act Now! The participatory arm of M6 Theatre Company launches two new published plays - Glee and Glum for older teenagers and Invisible for 8-11 year olds.

The launch will be accompanied by performed extracts of the plays by M6 Youth Theatre.

Rochdale Central Library 12:00 (30 minutes) Free (non-ticketed) Suitable for ages 8+ (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

M6 presents a drama taster workshop with improvisation games and other fun activities for young people interested in acting.

Everyone who attends the workshop will receive a free copy of one of M6's recently launched plays.

Rochdale Central Library 12:45 (1 hour 15 minutes) Free (booking required) Suitable for ages 12-16

Family fun The Mask Every day there’ll be lots of family friendly activities including treasure hunts & storytime sessions.

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Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival 2013

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Elementary, My Dear Oscar Gyles Brandreth The author, broadcaster, ex-MP, reporter with The One Show on BBC1 and a regular on Radio 4’s Just a Minute, talks about his new life as an acclaimed author of Victorian murder mysteries, featuring Oscar Wilde as the detective.

Gyles explores the extraordinary story of Oscar Wilde and his unusual friendship with Arthur Conan Doyle and brings to life a range of the remarkable characters in their circle, from Sir Henry Irving to Bram Stoker, the creator of Dracula. Gyles’ entertaining talk will be followed by a Q&A session. Books will be on sale during this event which Gyles will be happy to sign.

Rochdale Central Library 16:00 (1 hour 30 minutes) £5 (booking required) Suitable for ages 14+

Grandpa’s Railway

Tries and Prejudice

Risktakers & Kingsway Park High School

M6 Theatre

Ikram Butt

Imagine a railway that fits in one room, but travels the world in just one afternoon.

A toot of the whistle, a hiss of the steam. A tale of adventures, surprises and dreams!

On the eve of the Rugby League World Cup 2013 in Rochdale, Ikram talks about his amazing journey from the back streets of Leeds to Westminster, where he has helped shape government policy on community development in sport.

Ikram became a professional rugby league player with his hometown, Leeds, while he was still a teenager, before becoming England’s first Muslim rugby international in 1995 when he played against Wales in Cardiff.

Since retiring from the sport, he has set up the British Asian Rugby Association (BARA) and become one of the most inspirational Asian role models in the country.

Young People’s Haka Performance

From the team behind the highly acclaimed Sunflowers and Sheds and Mavis Sparkle, comes M6’s brand new original production for children and families.

Featuring live music, a working model railway and a coachload of surprises.

Rochdale Central Library 14:00 (1 hour) £2 (booking required) Suitable for ages 5+ (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

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Rochdale Central Library 18:00 (1 hour) Free (booking required) Suitable for ages 14+

As part of the Try Reading project, poetry and dance artists, risktakers, together with young people from Kingsway Park High School, perform a specially created Haka to bring the festival to a close.

Rochdale Central Library 19:00 (30 minutes) Free (non-ticketed) Suitable for all ages (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult)

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Pre-festival events Before the main festival begins, look out for special preview events across the borough – all free! (No booking required).

They’ll all showcase the written and creative work of a diverse range of community groups from across Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale and the Pennines.

For further details, including times, please visit the website.

Dare to do it!

Thursday 3 October

Saturday 12 October

National poetry day - theme of Water

Film and visual arts – theme of Earth

The event will showcase creative work developed by a range of community groups based on the theme of Water.

Come along and get hands on with a range of activities including creative writing, visual arts and help create a watery world mural.

The event will showcase visual arts and film work developed by a range of community groups based on the theme of Earth.

Come along and get hands on with a range of activities including visual arts, creative writing and clay model making.

Rochdale Central Library

Littleborough Library

Saturday 12 October

Saturday 19 October

Music and poetry - theme of Air

Theatre and dance – theme of Fire

The event will showcase poetry and music developed by a range of community groups based on the theme of Air. Come along and get hands on with a range of activities including creative writing and music workshops. Make your own hot air balloon poem to keep or to set free.

The event will showcase theatre and dance pieces developed by a range of community groups based on the theme of Fire.

Come along and get hands on with a range of activities including performance and dance workshops and the change to make your own poetry torches.

Darnhill Library

Langley Library

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Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival 2013

Book yourself in!

The festival website is the only way to get tickets for every ticketed show at Rochdale Literature & Ideas Festival.

Box office information

There are no booking fees or additional charges.

The ticket price is the price you pay.

Book online at www.rochdaleliteraturefestival.co.uk 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

You can print paper tickets yourself via the website, or use the free mobile phone app to show at the event.

(You’ll get the option when you book) The festival cannot refund money or exchange tickets, except in the case of a cancelled performance.

Stop press We’re adding new events every week so visit our website for the very latest.

Timings All timings are approximate and are for guidance only. Doors open 15 minutes before the performance is due to start.

Latecomers Please arrive in plenty of time. It is not always possible to admit latecomers once an event has started and we reserve the right to refuse admission to any performance until a suitable break.

Free events Free events may have limited capacity and entry cannot be guaranteed. Please arrive early.

Recording/filming Some events or shows may be filmed or photographed. Attendance at an event affirms your consent to the filming, sound recording or photographing of yourself as a member of the audience.

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/ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ŚĂƐ ďĞĞŶ ƐƵƉƉůŝĞĚ ďLJ events organisers and may change ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ ƉƌŝŽƌ ŶŽƟĐĞ͘ zŽƵ ĂƌĞ ĂĚǀŝƐĞĚ ƚŽ ĐŽŶĮƌŵ ĚĞƚĂŝůƐ͘

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Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre Enquiries: 01706 373421

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:ƵƐƟŶ DŽŽƌŚŽƵƐĞ ʹ :ƵƐƟŶ dŝŵĞ Tour Organised by Middleton Arena

Venue: DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ƌĞŶĂ͕ ŽƌƉŽƌĂƟŽŶ Street, M24 1AG Time: Doors 7pm; show starts 7.30pm Price: ůů ƟĐŬĞƚƐ άϭϱ Bookings/enquiries: 0844 855 4020

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For event details visit www.link4life.org/whatson

Sat 30 Nov to Sun 12 January 2014

ZƵƐƐĞůů EĞĞĚŚĂŵ džŚŝďŝƟŽŶ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ

Venue: >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ͕ >ŽĚŐĞ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ Time: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm; Sun 1pm-4pm Enquiries: 01706 378481

FF FREE FARE To Sat 8 March 2014

^ĞĂ͗ ŽůůĞĐƟŽŶ ŽĨ tŽƌŬƐ /ŶƐƉŝƌĞĚ

By Tidal Waters Organised by Touchstones Rochdale.

Venue: Gallery Two, Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

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KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ

Fri 27 Sept

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>ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ >ĂĐĞŵĂŬĞƌƐ džŚŝďŝƟŽŶ

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service

Preview can be made available in large print on request.

Venue: >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ͕ >ŽĚŐĞ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ Time: Mon-Sat 11am-4pm; Sun 1pm-4pm Enquiries: 01706 378481

Mon 2 Sept to Sun 15 Sept

ZŽLJƚŽŶ ƌƚ ^ŽĐŝĞƚLJ džŚŝďŝƟŽŶ

Regular events

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ

džŚŝďŝƟŽŶƐ Θ sŝƐƵĂů ƌƚƐ

Sat 21 Sept to Sat 19 Oct

If you would like your event listed free in a future issue of Preview then email us on preview@link4life.org or post details to Rochdale VIC (address above). Photos and editorial, max 75 words, also welcome. Link4Life cannot guarantee to include all requests and may edit submissions at ƚŚĞŝƌ ĚŝƐĐƌĞƟŽŶ͘ Deadline: Fri 20 September 2013

ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ƌƟƐƚƐ džŚŝďŝƟŽŶ

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Sat 26 Oct to Sat 23 Nov

WĞŽƉůĞ͛Ɛ ƌƚ ϮϬϭϯ Organised by Touchstones Rochdale

Venue: Gallery Four, Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

FF DF FARE Sat 26 Oct to Sun 17 Nov

>ĂŬĞ ƌƟƐƚƐ džŚŝďŝƟŽŶ

Organised by Rochdale Countryside Service

Venue: Hollingworth Lake Visitors Centre

To Spring 2014

Bloom Organised by Touchstones Rochdale

Venue: Heritage Gallery, Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

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Film ŝŶĞŵĂ ůŝƐƟŶŐƐ Organised by Rochdale Odeon Cinemas

Venue: ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ DƵůƟƉůĞdž ŝŶĞŵĂ͕ Sandbrook Park, Rochdale.

Time: Various Bookings/enquiries through: 0871 22 44 007 or website www.odeon.co.uk

FF DF PTL FARE Tues 24 Sept

Renaissance Middleton Film Premiere

Organised by Middleton Heritage & ŽŶƐĞƌǀĂƟŽŶ 'ƌŽƵƉ Θ ĚŐĂƌ tŽŽĚ Θ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ,ĞƌŝƚĂŐĞ /ŶŝƟĂƟǀĞ

Venue: Edgar Wood Centre, Long Street Methodist Church, Middleton Time: 7.30pm Enquiries: Kerrie Smith 01706 924352

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PREVIEW HIGHLIGHTS COMEDY 27 SEPTEMBER AND 17 OCTOBER Page 2

DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ƌĞŶĂ ƚĂŬĞƐ Ă &ƵŶŶLJ dƵƌŶ dǁŽ ŽĨ ds͛Ɛ ĨĂǀŽƵƌŝƚĞ ĨƵŶŶLJŵĞŶ ǁŝůů ďĞ ĂƉƉĞĂƌŝŶŐ Ăƚ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ƌĞŶĂ ƚŚŝƐ ĂƵƚƵŵŶ ǁŚĞŶ :ƵƐƟ Ŷ DŽŽƌŚŽƵƐĞ ĂŶĚ ŶĚLJ WĂƌƐŽŶƐ ĐŽŵĞ ƚŽ ƚŽǁŶ͘ ŚŽƵƐĞŚŽůĚ ŶĂŵĞ ŝŶ ŚŝƐ ŶĂƟ ǀĞ EŽƌƚŚ tĞƐƚ͕ :ƵƐƟ Ŷ͛Ɛ ĞdžƵďĞƌĂŶƚ͕ ůĂƌŐĞƌ ƚŚĂŶ ůŝĨĞ ƉĞƌƐŽŶĂůŝƚLJ ĂŶĚ ĐŚĞĞŬLJ ŶŽƌƚŚĞƌŶ ĐŚĂƌŵ ƌĞĂůůLJ ĐŽŶŶĞĐƚƐ ǁŝƚŚ ŚŝƐ ĂƵĚŝĞŶĐĞƐ ĂŶĚ ŚĞ ƚĞůůƐ ũŽŬĞƐ LJŽƵ ǁŝůů ƚƌLJ ĚĞƐƉĞƌĂƚĞůLJ ƚŽ ƌĞŵĞŵďĞƌ ƚŽ ƚĞůů Ăƚ ǁŽƌŬ ƚŚĞ ŶĞdžƚ ĚĂLJ͘ ŶĚ ŶŽ ds ĐŽŵĞĚLJ ƉĂŶĞů ƐŚŽǁ ƐĞĞŵƐ ƚŽ ďĞ ĐŽŵƉůĞƚĞ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ ƚŚĞ ƚĂůĞŶƚƐ ŽĨ ŶĚLJ WĂƌƐŽŶƐ͘ /ƚ ŚĂƐ ďĞĞŶ ƐĂŝĚ ƚŚĂƚ ŶĚLJ ŝƐ ƐŽŵĞďŽĚLJ ǁŚŽ ĐŽƵůĚ ƚĂŬĞ ĂŶLJ ĞǀĞŶƚ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ůĂƐƚ Ϯϱ LJĞĂƌƐ ĂŶĚ ŚĂǀĞ ĞǀĞƌLJŽŶĞ ǁŝƚŚŝŶ Ă ƚŚƌĞĞ ŵŝůĞ ƌĂĚŝƵƐ ůĂƵŐŚŝŶŐ͘ ^ŚĂƌŝŶŐ ŚŝƐ ƚŚŽƵŐŚƚƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ƐƚĂƚĞ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ǁŽƌůĚ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ŽƌŝŐŝŶĂů Dƌ ŶŐƌLJ ŵĂŶĂŐĞƐ ƚŽ ďĞ ƵƩ ĞƌůLJ ůŝŬĞĂďůĞ ĂŶĚ ůĂƵŐŚ ŽƵƚ ůŽƵĚ ĨƵŶŶLJ͘

EXHIBITIONS 28 SEPTEMBER-23 NOVEMBER Page 2

Art by the people, for the people at Touchstones dŚĞ ϮϬϭϯ WĞŽƉůĞ͛Ɛ ƌƚ ĞdžŚŝďŝƟ ŽŶ ŽƉĞŶƐ Ăƚ dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ŽŶ ^ĂƚƵƌĚĂLJ Ϯϴ ^ĞƉƚĞŵďĞƌ͘ >ĂƐƚ LJĞĂƌ ƚŚĞ ĞdžŚŝďŝƟ ŽŶ ĂƩ ƌĂĐƚĞĚ ŽǀĞƌ ϮϬϬ ĞŶƚƌŝĞƐ ĨƌŽŵ ďŽƚŚ ĂĚƵůƚƐ ĂŶĚ ĐŚŝůĚƌĞŶ͕ Ăůů ŬĞĞŶ ĂƌƟ ƐƚƐ ǁŚĞƚŚĞƌ ĂŵĂƚĞƵƌ Žƌ ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů͕ ĞdžƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞĚ Žƌ ŶĞǁ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ǁŽƌůĚ ŽĨ Ăƌƚ͘ ŶĚ ƐƵďũĞĐƚƐ ĐĂŶ ǀĂƌLJ ĨƌŽŵ Į ƐŚ ʹ ǁŚŝĐŚ ǁĂƐ ůĂƐƚ LJĞĂƌ ǀŽƚĞĚ ƚŚĞ WĞŽƉůĞ͛Ɛ &ĂǀŽƵƌŝƚĞ ʹ ƚŽ ,Ğƌ DĂũĞƐƚLJ ƚŚĞ YƵĞĞŶ͘ /ƚ͛Ɛ ŽŶĞ ŶŽƚ ƚŽ ďĞ ŵŝƐƐĞĚ͊ dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ ŝƐ ũƵƐƚ Ă ƚǁŽ ŵŝŶƵƚĞ ǁĂůŬ ĨƌŽŵ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ƚŽǁŶ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ ĂŶĚ ďƵƐ ƐƚĂƟ ŽŶ͕ ĞŶƚƌLJ ŝƐ ĨƌĞĞ ĂŶĚ ŝƚ͛Ɛ ŽƉĞŶ dƵĞƐĚĂLJ ƚŽ ^ĂƚƵƌĚĂLJ͕ ϭϬĂŵͲϱƉŵ͘

, Z/d ' ddZ d/KE^ ϭϮͲϭϱ ^ Wd D Z WĂŐĞ ϰ

KƉĞŶ ƵƉ ƚŚĞ ĚŽŽƌƐ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ƐƚŽƌŝĞƐ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ƉĂƐƚ ,ĞƌŝƚĂŐĞ KƉĞŶ ĂLJƐ ĐĞůĞďƌĂƚĞƐ ŶŐůĂŶĚ͛Ɛ ĨĂŶƚĂƐƟ Đ ĂƌĐŚŝƚĞĐƚƵƌĞ ĂŶĚ ĐƵůƚƵƌĞ ďLJ Žī ĞƌŝŶŐ ĨƌĞĞ ĂĐĐĞƐƐ ƚŽ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƟ ĞƐ ƚŚĂƚ ĂƌĞ ƵƐƵĂůůLJ ĐůŽƐĞĚ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ƉƵďůŝĐ Žƌ ŶŽƌŵĂůůLJ ĐŚĂƌŐĞ ĨŽƌ ĂĚŵŝƐƐŝŽŶ͘ dŚŝƐ LJĞĂƌ ƚŚĞƌĞ ǁŝůů ďĞ ŽǀĞƌ ϯϬ Ěŝī ĞƌĞŶƚ ƉůĂĐĞƐ ƚŽ ǀŝƐŝƚ Žƌ ƚŽƵƌƐ ƚŽ ĞŶũŽLJ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ĂŶĚ ŝŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ ĐŽŶƟ ŶƵĞƐ ƚŽ ŐƌŽǁ͘ ,ŝŐŚůŝŐŚƚƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚĞ Ă ƚŽƵƌ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ŽƌŝŐŝŶĂů ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ WŝŽŶĞĞƌƐ ŐƌĂǀĞƐ͕ ^ƚ :ĂŵĞƐ͛ ŚƵƌĐŚ ŝŶ ,ĞLJǁŽŽĚ ǁŚŝĐŚ ĐĞůĞďƌĂƚĞƐ ŝƚƐ ϭϳϱƚŚ ŶŶŝǀĞƌƐĂƌLJ͕ ƚŚĞ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ 'ŽůĚĞŶ ůƵƐƚĞƌ ŽĨ ŚŝƐƚŽƌŝĐ ďƵŝůĚŝŶŐƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ ƚŚĞ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ ĨŽƌ ƌĞŶŽǁŶĞĚ ĂƌĐŚŝƚĞĐƚ ĚŐĂƌ tŽŽĚ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ ŽƉĞŶŝŶŐ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ŶĞǁ tĂƌĚůĞ ,ĞƌŝƚĂŐĞ ĞŶƚƌĞ͘ ůů ĞǀĞŶƚƐ ĂƌĞ ĨƌĞĞ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ ĨƵůů ƉƌŽŐƌĂŵŵĞ ǁŝƚŚ ŽƉĞŶŝŶŐ Ɵ ŵĞƐ ĐĂŶ ďĞ ĨŽƵŶĚ ŽŶ ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬǁŚĂƚƐŽŶ Žƌ ƌŝŶŐ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ sŝƐŝƚŽƌ /ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟ ŽŶ ĞŶƚƌĞ Ăƚ dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ŽŶ ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴ͘

Guided Walks & Tours Walks organised by Rochdale Countryside Service are graded to help you choose walks suitable to you:EASY – A gentle stroll, usually on fairly even ground.

MEDIUM ʹ ŵŽƌĞ ĞŶĞƌŐĞƟĐ ǁĂůŬ͕ possibly involving some hill and moor land walking.

HARD ʹ ^ƚƌĞŶƵŽƵƐ ǁĂůŬ͕ ŽŌĞŶ Ăůů ĚĂLJ͕ ƌĞƋƵŝƌŝŶŐ Ă ŚŝŐŚ ƐƚĂŶĚĂƌĚ ŽĨ ĮƚŶĞƐƐ͘ Sat 7 Sept

sŝƐŝƚ ƚŽ DŝůůĐƌŽŌ dĞĂ 'ĂƌĚĞŶƐ

ƵƌĂƟŽŶ͗ 2 hours.

Venue: Meet outside the Bridge Inn, ĚĞŶĮĞůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ŶŽƌĚĞŶ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ K>ϭϭ 5TT Time: 2pm Price: £3 per person Bookings/enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ s/ ;dƵĞƐͲ^Ăƚ ϭϬĂŵͲϱƉŵͿ͖ email: vic@link4life.org or in person to Touchstones Rochdale

FARE Sat 7 Sept

ŽĂĐŚ sŝƐŝƚ ʹ &ůŽĚĚĞŶ &ŝĞůĚ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ŝǀŝĐ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶ

Enquiries: To book and for further details ĐŽŶƚĂĐƚ ƵĚƌĞLJ ZŝĐŚĞƐ ϬŶ Ϭϭϲϭ ϲϱϯ ϱϲϬϬ͘

Sat 14 Sept

Coach Trip – Bakewell Area, Peak District

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac, Manchester Road, Rochdale Time: ϵĂŵ Price: DĞŵďĞƌƐ άϭϯ͕ EŽŶͲŵĞŵďĞƌƐ άϭϱ Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϲϰϰϯϵϰ

FARE Sat 28 Sept

Car Trip – Moore Nature Reserve, tĂƌƌŝŶŐƚŽŶ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

Pace: Easy ramble.

Venue: Depart from the cul de sac, DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ KůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ϭϬĂŵ Price: &ƌĞĞ͕ ďƵƚ ĐŽŶƚƌŝďƵƟŽŶ ƚŽ ƉĞƚƌŽů appreciated.

Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϴϰϯϲϴϱ

FARE Sat 28 Sept

'Ž tŝůĚ ƵƚƵŵŶ &ŽƌĂLJ

Venue: DĞĞƚ Ăƚ ƚŚĞ ĂƵŵ͕ ϯϯͲϯϳ dŽĂĚ >ĂŶĞ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ K>ϭϮ KEh Time: ϳ͘ϯϬƉŵͲϵƉŵ ;ĂƉƉƌŽdžŝŵĂƚĞůLJ ϵϬ ŵŝŶƵƚĞƐͿ Price: άϱƉƉ ;Ăůů ĐůĂƐƐĞƐͿ Bookings/enquiries: ϬϳϳϳϰϭϱϮϲϮϬ Žƌ ϬϳϵϯϵϮϭϱϰϱϴ Žƌ ƌĞĨĞƌ ƚŽ͗ www.rochdaleghostwalks.co.uk EŽ ŶĞĞĚ ƚŽ Ŭ͖ ũƵƐƚ ƚƵƌŶ ƵƉ͘ 'ƌŽƵƉ bookings are necessary.

FF FARE Rochdale Ghost Walks – Oct to Dec

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ŽůŝŶ DĞƌĞĚŝƚŚ Θ ZƵƐƐĞůů Richardson

ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ 'ŚŽƐƚ tĂůŬƐ ǁŝůů ƌƵŶ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĮƌƐƚ ĂŶĚ ƚŚŝƌĚ dŚƵƌƐ ĞĂĐŚ ŵŽŶƚŚ ʹ ĂƚĞƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚĞ͗ ϯͬϭϬͬϭϯ͕ ϭϳͬϭϬͬϭϯ͕ ϳͬϭϭͬϭϯ͕ Ϯϭͬϭϭͬϭϯ͕ ϱͬϭϮͬϭϯ Θ ϭϵͬϭϮͬϭϯ ǁŝƚŚ ƌĞŐƵůĂƌ ĚĂƚĞƐ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚŽƵƚ ƚŚĞ LJĞĂƌ͘

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Venue: Maclure Road, Rochdale Time: ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵ Price: Free Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϬϭϮϮϳ

FF FREE FARE

FF FARE

^ƵŶ ϭ Θ ^ƵŶ ϭϱ ^ĞƉƚ͕ ^ƵŶ ϲ Θ ^ƵŶ ϮϬ KĐƚ Ͳ &ŝƌƐƚ Θ dŚŝƌĚ ^ƵŶĚĂLJ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ DŽŶƚŚ

Sat 12 Oct

^ƚ͘ DĂƌLJ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ĂƵŵ ŚƵƌĐŚǁĂƚĐŚ ^ĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ

ŽĂĐŚ dƌŝƉ ʹ ŽůƚŽŶ ďďĞLJ͕ Wharfedale, Yorkshire Dales

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac, DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ KůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ϵĂŵ Price: άϭϰ Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϲϰϰϯϵϰ

FARE Sat 26 Oct

Ăƌ dƌŝƉ ʹ &ŽƵůƌŝĚŐĞ ZĞƐĞƌǀŽŝƌ͕ ŽůŶĞ͕ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

Pace: Easy ramble.

Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac, DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ KůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ϭϬĂŵ Price: &ƌĞĞ͕ ďƵƚ ĐŽŶƚƌŝďƵƟŽŶ ƚŽ ƉĞƚƌŽů appreciated.

Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϴϰϯϲϴϱ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ^ƚ DĂƌLJ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ĂƵŵ ŚƵƌĐŚ

Venue: St. Mary in the Baum Church, ^ƚ DĂƌLJ͛Ɛ 'ĂƚĞ͕ dŽĂĚ >ĂŶĞ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ͕ K>ϭϲ ϭ Time: 2pm-4pm Drop-in Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴ Θ www.rochdaleparishchurches.org.uk

FF FREE FARE dƵĞƐĚĂLJ͕ tĞĚŶĞƐĚĂLJ͕ dŚƵƌƐĚĂLJ ŌĞƌŶŽŽŶƐ dƵĞƐ ϯ ^ĞƉƚ ƵƉ ƚŽ ĂŶĚ ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ ϭϱ ^ĞƉƚ ĨŽƌ ,ĞƌŝƚĂŐĞ KƉĞŶ ĂLJƐ

^ƚ͘ ŚĂĚ͛Ɛ ŚƵƌĐŚǁĂƚĐŚ ^ĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ^ƚ ŚĂĚ͛Ɛ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ WĂƌŝƐŚ Church

Venue: ^ƚ͘ ŚĂĚ͛Ɛ WĂƌŝƐŚ ŚƵƌĐŚ͕ Sparrow Hill, Town Hall Square Time: 2pm-4pm Drop-in Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴ Θ www.rochdaleparishchurches.org.uk

FF FREE FARE

FARE Sat 16 Nov

ŽĂĐŚ dƌŝƉ ʹ 'ƌĂŶŐĞ ŽǀĞƌ ^ĂŶĚƐ͕ ƵŵďƌŝĂ Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac, DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ KůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ϵĂŵ Price: άϭϰ Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϲϰϰϯϵϰ

FARE ^Ăƚ ϯϬ EŽǀ

Ăƌ dƌŝƉ ʹ ƌŽĐŬŚŽůĞƐ͕ WƌĞƐƚŽŶ ;>ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ tŝůĚůŝĨĞ dƌƵƐƚͿ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

Pace: Easy ramble.

Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac, DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ KůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ϭϬĂŵ Price: &ƌĞĞ͕ ďƵƚ ĐŽŶƚƌŝďƵƟŽŶ ƚŽ ƉĞƚƌŽů appreciated.

Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϴϰϯϲϴϱ

FARE Sat 14 Dec

ŽĂĐŚ dƌŝƉ ʹ ůƵŵďĞƌ WĂƌŬ͕ tŽƌŬƐŽƉ͕ EŽƫŶŐŚĂŵ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

Venue: Depart from the cul-de-sac, DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ KůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ϵĂŵ Price: άϭϰ Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϲϰϰϯϵϰ

FARE

,ĞƌŝƚĂŐĞ ƩƌĂĐƟŽŶƐ ^ƵŶ ϭ ^ĞƉƚ

&ŝƌĞ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ DƵƐĞƵŵ KƉĞŶ ĂLJ ʹ :ŽŝŶƚ ǀĞŶƚ ǁŝƚŚ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝƌĞ

For event details visit www.link4life.org/whatson

dŚƵƌƐ ϭϮ ^ĞƉƚ ƚŽ ^ƵŶ ϭϱ ^ĞƉƚ

,ĞƌŝƚĂŐĞ KƉĞŶ ĂLJƐ ϮϬϭϯ

Watch out for the full programme details at www.link4life.org/whatson.

FF FREE FARE ^Ăƚ Ϯϴ ^ĞƉƚ Θ ^ƵŶ Ϯϵ ^ĞƉƚ

ƵƚƵŵŶ ŝĞƐĞů 'ĂůĂ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ

Venue: ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ͕ ƵƌLJ Θ Ăůů ƐƚĂƟŽŶƐ͘ Price: Please telephone for details ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϰ ϳϳϵϬ ;ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵͿ Žƌ Ŭ ŽŶůŝŶĞ ŽŶ www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk.

FF DF FARE ^Ăƚ ϱ KĐƚ ƚŽ ^ƵŶ ϲ KĐƚ

ĂLJ KƵƚ ǁŝƚŚ dŚŽŵĂƐ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ

Venue: ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ͕ ƵƌLJ Θ Ăůů ƐƚĂƟŽŶƐ͘ Price: Please telephone for details Bookings/enquiries: Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϰ ϳϳϵϬ ;ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵͿ Žƌ Ŭ ŽŶůŝŶĞ ŽŶ www. eastlancsrailway.org.uk.

FF DF FARE ^ƵŶ ϲ KĐƚ &ŝƌƐƚ ^ƵŶ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ DŽŶƚŚ

/Ŷ ^ƚĞĂŵ Θ ƚŚĞ ^ĂĚĚůĞǁŽƌƚŚ ůŽŐ ĂŶĚ 'ĂƌůĂŶĚ ĂŶĐĞƌƐ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ůůĞŶƌŽĂĚ ^ƚĞĂŵ DƵƐĞƵŵ

Venue: Ellenroad Steam Museum, ůŝnjĂďĞƚŚĂŶ tĂLJ͕ EĞǁŚĞLJ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: ĚŵŝƐƐŝŽŶ ĨƌŽŵ ϭϭĂŵ͖ ǁŝƚŚ ƐƚĞĂŵŝŶŐ ĨƌŽŵ ϭϮŶŽŽŶͲϰƉŵ Price: άϰ ĚƵůƚ͕ άϯ ŽŶĐĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ͕ άϭϬ &ĂŵŝůLJ ;Ϯ ĚƵůƚƐ͕ Ϯ ŚŝůĚƌĞŶͿ Enquiries: Ϭϳϳϴϵ ϴϬϮϲϯϮ

FF FARE

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ &ŝĞůĚ EĂƚƵƌĂůŝƐƚƐ͛ Society

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ŽƵŶƚƌLJƐŝĚĞ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ

Graded: Medium. ƵƌĂƟŽŶ͗ ϭͲϮ ŚŽƵƌƐ͘ Venue: ,ŽůůŝŶŐǁŽƌƚŚ >ĂŬĞ sŝƐŝƚŽƌ ĞŶƚƌĞ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ Time: 2pm-4pm Price: £2 per person.

Bookings/enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϯϳϯϰϮϭ

^ƚĂƟŽŶ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ 'D &ŝƌĞ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ DƵƐĞƵŵ

^ƵŶ ϲ KĐƚ

DƵƐĞƵŵ KƉĞŶ ĂLJ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ 'ƌĞĂƚĞƌ DĂŶĐŚĞƐƚĞƌ &ŝƌĞ Service Museum

dƵĞƐ ϯ ^ĞƉƚ ƚŽ &ƌŝ Ϯϳ ^ĞƉƚ

DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ 'ŽůĚĞŶ ůƵƐƚĞƌ sŝƐŝƚŽƌ KƉĞŶ ĂLJƐ dƵĞƐĚĂLJ Θ &ƌŝĚĂLJ ŌĞƌŶŽŽŶƐ

Venue: Maclure Road, Rochdale Time: ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵ Price: Free Enquiries: ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϬϭϮϮϳ

FF FREE FARE

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĚŐĂƌ tŽŽĚ Θ d,/ /ŶŝƟĂƟǀĞ

Time: ĞƚǁĞĞŶ ϭƉŵ Θ ϰƉŵ Enquiries: Rochdale Visitor Centre on ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴ ;dƵĞƐ ʹ ^Ăƚ ϭϬĂŵͲϱƉŵͿ

FREE FARE ^Ăƚ ϳ ^ĞƉƚ Θ ^ƵŶ ϴ ^ĞƉƚ

ƵƐ 'ĂƚŚĞƌŝŶŐ ĂŶĚ dƌĂŶƐƉŽƌƚ ŽůůĞĐƚŽƌƐ͛ &Ăŝƌ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJͬ Bury Transport Museum

Venue: Bury Transport Museum, ĂƐƚůĞĐƌŽŌ ZŽĂĚ͕ ƵƌLJ >ϵ K>E Enquiries: Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϰ ϳϳϵϬ ;ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵͿ Žƌ ƌĞĨĞƌ ƚŽ ǁǁǁ͘ĞĂƐƚůĂŶĐƐƌĂŝůǁĂLJ͘ŽƌŐ͘ƵŬ͖ Žƌ Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϯ ϳϵϰϵ www.burytransportmuseum.org.uk tĞĚŶĞƐĚĂLJ ƚŽ ^ƵŶĚĂLJ ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵ

FF DF FARE ^ƵŶ ϴ ^ĞƉƚ

&ůŽĚĚĞŶ ŽŵŵĞŵŽƌĂƟǀĞ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ŝǀŝĐ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶ Θ ^ƚ >ĞŽŶĂƌĚ͛Ɛ WĂƌŝƐŚ ŚƵƌĐŚ

Venue: ^ƚ >ĞŽŶĂƌĚ͛Ɛ WĂƌŝƐŚ ŚƵƌĐŚ͕ Middleton Enquiries: ƵĚƌĞLJ ZŝĐŚĞƐ Ϭϭϲϭ ϲϱϯ ϲϱϬϬ

FF DF FREE FARE

^Ăƚ ϭϵ KĐƚ Θ ^ƵŶ ϮϬ KĐƚ

ƵƚƵŵŶ ^ƚĞĂŵ 'ĂůĂ ĂŶĚ sŝŶƚĂŐĞ ƵƐ ZƵŶŶŝŶŐ ĂLJ KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ

Venue: ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ ^ƚĂƟŽŶƐ͕ ƵƌLJ Θ Ăůů ƐƚĂƟŽŶƐ͘ Enquiries: Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϰ ϳϳϵϬ ;ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵͿ or refer to www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk

FF DF FARE ^Ăƚ Ϯϲ KĐƚ͕ ^ƵŶ Ϯϳ KĐƚ Θ dŚƵƌƐ ϯϭ KĐƚ

,ĂůůŽǁĞĞŶ 'ŚŽƐƚ dƌĂŝŶƐ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ

Venue: ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ͕ ƵƌLJ Θ Ăůů ƐƚĂƟŽŶƐ͘ Price: Please telephone for details Bookings/enquiries: Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϰ ϳϳϵϬ ;ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵͿ Žƌ Ŭ ŽŶůŝŶĞ ŽŶ www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk.

FF DF FARE Sat 2 Nov

ŝĞƐĞů dŚĞŵĞ ĂLJ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ

Venue: ĂƐƚ >ĂŶĐĂƐŚŝƌĞ ZĂŝůǁĂLJ͕ ƵƌLJ Θ Ăůů ƐƚĂƟŽŶƐ͘ Price: Please telephone for details Bookings/enquiries: Ϭϭϲϭ ϳϲϰ ϳϳϵϬ ;ϭϬĂŵͲϰƉŵͿ Žƌ Ŭ ŽŶůŝŶĞ ŽŶ www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk.

FF DF FARE

Sun 3 Nov First Sun of the Month

In Steam & the West Pennine Woodturners Display and Sale of Work Organised by Ellenroad Steam Museum

Venue: Ellenroad Steam Museum, Elizabethan Way, Newhey, Rochdale Time: Admission from 11am; with steaming from 12noon-4pm Price: £4 Adult, £3 Concessions, £10 Family (2 Adults, 2 Children) Enquiries: 07789 802632

FF FARE

Organised by Rochdale Borough Council

&ĞƐƟǀĂů ƚŚĞŵĞƐ ĂƌĞ͗ Friday 25 October: Film and Visual Arts Saturday 26 October: Dance and Music Sunday 27 October: Theatre and Drama Plus events throughout October.

Venue: Various Price: Various Bookings/enquiries: ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞůŝƚĞƌĂƚƵƌĞĨĞƐƟǀĂů͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ

Price: ůů ƟĐŬĞƚƐ άϭϲ͕ άϴ ƵŶĚĞƌ ϭϲƐ͘ 'ƌŽƵƉ ŽīĞƌ ďƵLJ ϭϬ ŐĞƚ Ϯ ĨƌĞĞ͘ Bookings/enquiries: 0844 855 4020

L/Cpl Stephen Shaw Way Time: 7.30pm Price: £10 Bookings/enquiries: 0300 303 8399 or www.link4life.org/heywoodcivic

FF DF FARE

FF DF PTL FARE Fri 13 Dec

Friday Night Fever Disco Party Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

FF DF FARE

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 8pm-1.30am Price: £7 advance, £9 on the door.

Bookings/enquiries: 0300 303 8399 or www.link4life.org/heywoodcivic

Live Music, Concerts & Dances

Sun 3 Nov

Museum Open Day

Organised by Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum

Venue: Maclure Road, Rochdale Time: 10am-4pm Price: Free Enquiries: 01706 901227 FF FREE FARE

Sat 30 Nov to Tues 24 Dec

Santa Specials

Organised by East Lancashire Railway

Dates: 30 November and 1, 7-8, 14-15, ϮϭͲϮϰ ĞĐĞŵďĞƌ͘ WƌĞͲŬŝŶŐ ĞƐƐĞŶƟĂů͘ Venue: East Lancashire Railway, ƵƌLJ Θ Ăůů ƐƚĂƟŽŶƐ͘ Price: Please telephone for details Bookings/enquiries: 0161 764 7790 (10am-4pm) or book on-line on www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk

FF DF FARE Sun 1 Dec

Museum Christmas Open Day Organised by Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum

Venue: Maclure Road, Rochdale Time: 10am-4pm Price: Free Enquiries: 01706 901227

FF FREE FARE Sun 8 Dec First Sun of the Month

In Steam & Christmas Fair with the Moonshiners & Brass Ensemble Organised by Ellenroad Steam Museum Venue: Ellenroad Steam Museum, Elizabethan Way, Newhey, Rochdale Time: Admission from 11am; with steaming from 12noon-4pm Price: £4 Adult, £3 Concessions, £10 Family (2 Adults, 2 Children) Enquiries: 07789 802632

FF FARE

Literature & Libraries

Sat 7 Sept

Saturday Night Ballroom Dance

Venue: Heywood Civic Time: 7.30pm-11.30pm Price: £5 on the door Enquiries: ŝǀŝĐ Ždž KĸĐĞ ϬϯϬϬ ϯϬϯ 8399

DF FARE Sat 7 Sept

Rochdale Town Hall Organ Recital

Organised by Oldham, Rochdale & Tameside KƌŐĂŶŝƐƚƐ͛ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶ

Organist Donald McKenzie will be performing.

Venue: Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade Time: 12 noon prompt Price: £8 Adults; £6.50 Concessions – pay on the door.

Enquiries: 01706 924775

DF FARE Weds 11 Sept

President’s Neet

Organised by Edwin Waugh Dialect Society

Venue: Jarvis Street Methodist Chapel, :ĂƌǀŝƐ ^ƚ͕ ;Žī tŚŝƚǁŽƌƚŚ ZŽĂĚͿ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: 7.30pm prompt Price: άϯ ĂŶŶƵĂů ƐƵďƐĐƌŝƉƟŽŶ ƉĂLJĂďůĞ͘ ŽŶĂƟŽŶƐ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŶŝŐŚƚ Enquiries: 01706 343163 or 631355

FARE Sat 14 Sept

Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK present The Sounds of Glenn Miller & The Big Band Era Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 7.30pm Price: ůů ƟĐŬĞƚƐ άϭϮ͘ϱϬ Bookings/enquiries: 0300 303 8399

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw Way Time: 8pm Price: £12 Bookings: &Žƌ ƟĐŬĞƚƐ ĂŶĚ ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ please call Judith on 0772 3001488 and www.facebook.com/numberjacks

FF DF PTL FARE

New Year’s Eve Spectacular

Rochdale Town Hall Organ Recital

Organised by Oldham, Rochdale & Tameside KƌŐĂŶŝƐƚƐ͛ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶ

Organist Colin Walsh will be performing.

Venue: Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade Time: 12noon prompt Price: £8 Adults; £6.50 Concessions – pay on the door.

Enquiries: 01706 924775

DF FARE Tues 31 Dec Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw Way Time: 8pm Late bar.

Price: £20 per person; Premium Tables: £250 to up to 10 ƉĞŽƉůĞ͘ WƌĞŵŝƵŵ ƚĂďůĞƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚĞ Ă ďŽƩůĞ ŽĨ ŚĂŵƉĂŐŶĞ ĂŶĚ ϯ ďŽƩůĞƐ ŽĨ ǁŝŶĞ͘ Bookings: 0300 303 8399 or www.link4life.org/heywoodcivic

DF FARE

Markets & Fairs

Fri 11 Oct

Sun 15 Sept

Elvis meets ABBA

Rochdale Town Hall Car Boot Sales

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 7.30pm-11.30pm Price: £10 Bookings/enquiries: 0300 303 8399 or www.link4life.org/heywoodcivic

DF FARE

Fri 6 Dec

Rochdale Music Society presents Kirsty Almeida Organised by Rochdale Music Society

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre,

Venue: Rochdale Town Hall Square Car Park, The Esplanade Time: 8am-1pm Price to enter: Car £12, Van £20 Enquiries: 01706 926676

Sun 18 Sept

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw Way Time: 7.30pm Price: £14 Adult, £12.50 Concessions (over 60 years), £5 Students, £1 Child.

Bookings/enquiries: Online bookings ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞŵƵƐŝĐƐŽĐŝĞƚLJ͘ƟĐŬĞƚƐŽƵƌĐĞ͘ ĐŽ͘ƵŬ Žƌ ĨƌŽŵ ƚŚĞ ǀĞŶƵĞ ďŽdž ŽĸĐĞ͕ subject to availability (Heywood Civic Centre 0300 303 8399) Book in person or by telephone at Rochdale Visitor /ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚƌĞ ;ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴͿ Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade (Tues-Sat 10am-5pm)

<ŝŶŐ ŽĨ WŽƉ ʹ dŚĞ >ĞŐĞŶĚ ŽŶƟŶƵĞƐ ͙ ^ƚĂƌƌŝŶŐ EĂǀŝ

Organised by Rochdale Town Centre Management Company

FARE

Eblana String Trio with Oboe

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Venue: DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ƌĞŶĂ͕ ŽƌƉŽƌĂƟŽŶ Street, Middleton, M24 1AG Time: Doors 7pm; show starts 7.30pm

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

DF FARE

Fri 4 Oct

Organised by Middleton Arena

Take That Tribute all the way from ‘Benidorm’

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Sat 5 Oct

Organised by Rochdale Music Society

FARE

Sat 21 Dec

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw Way Time: 7.30pm Price: £14 Adult, £12.50 Concessions (over 60 years), £5 Students, £1 Child Bookings/enquiries: Online booking ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞŵƵƐŝĐƐŽĐŝĞƚLJ͘ƟĐŬĞƚƐŽƵƌĐĞ͘ ĐŽ͘ƵŬ Žƌ ĨƌŽŵ ƚŚĞ ǀĞŶƵĞ ďŽdž ŽĸĐĞ͕ subject to availability (Heywood Civic Centre 0300 303 8399). Book in person or by telephone at Rochdale Visitor /ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚƌĞ ;ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϵϮϴͿ Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade (Tues-Sat 10am-5pm)

Tues 24 Sept Last Tues of the Month

Tues 29 October: Vicky Radburn Tues 26 November: ‘More Than Melody’ Choir Venue: >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ͕ Lodge Street Price: £2.50 Time: 1pm Enquiries: 01706 378481

Rochdale Literature and Ideas &ĞƐƟǀĂů ϮϬϭϯ

Organised by Rochdale Music Society

Sat 16 Nov

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ

DF FARE

Villiers String Quartet

DF FARE

>ƵŶĐŚƟŵĞ ŽŶĐĞƌƚƐ ϮϬϭϯ ʹ ŶŐĞůĂ Rowley

Fri 25 Oct to Sun 27 Oct

Sat 5 Oct

Third Sunday of the month Sunday Market & Car Boot Sale Organised by Middleton Town Centre Management

Venue: Middleton Shopping Centre, Limetrees Road, Middleton Time: 6am–1pm Price: Cars £12, Vans £20 payable on the day Enquiries: 0161 653 4990.

No pre-booking, turn up on the day.

FF FARE Tues 1 Oct

Toy and Train Fair

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Further date include 3 December.

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 6.30pm-9pm Bookings/enquiries: 0300 303 8399

FF FARE

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dŚĞ ƐƉĞĐƚĂĐƵůĂƌ ZƵŐďLJ >ĞĂŐƵĞ tŽƌůĚ ƵƉ ĞĂƌůŝĞƌ ƚŚŝƐ ƐƵŵŵĞƌ ŽŶ ŝƚƐ dƌŽƉŚLJ dŽƵƌ͘

SPORT & LEISURE 28 OCTOBER Page 7

Rugby League World Cup 2013 – Will you be there?

ZƵŐďLJ >ĞĂŐƵĞ tŽƌůĚ ƵƉ ϮϬϭϯ ŝƐ ƚŚĞ ŐůŽďĂů ƐƉŽƌƟ ŶŐ ĞǀĞŶƚ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ LJĞĂƌ͘ &ŝũŝ ʹ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ͛Ɛ ĂĚŽƉƚĞĚ ŶĂƟ ŽŶ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ƚŽƵƌŶĂŵĞŶƚ ʹ ŐŽ ŚĞĂĚ ƚŽ ŚĞĂĚ ǁŝƚŚ /ƌĞůĂŶĚ ŝŶ ƚŚĞŝƌ Į ƌƐƚ ĐůĂƐŚ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ĐŽŵƉĞƟ Ɵ ŽŶ͘ tŝƚŚ ƚŚŝƐ ŝŵƉŽƌƚĂŶƚ Į džƚƵƌĞ ďĞŝŶŐ ƉůĂLJĞĚ ƌŝŐŚƚ ŽŶ LJŽƵƌ ĚŽŽƌƐƚĞƉ Ăƚ ƚŚĞ ŚŽŵĞ ŽĨ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ,ŽƌŶĞƚƐ͛ ^ƉŽƚůĂŶĚ ^ƚĂĚŝƵŵ͕ ŵĂŬĞ ƐƵƌĞ LJŽƵ ĂƌĞ ƚŚĞƌĞ ƚŽ ƉůĂLJ LJŽƵƌ ƉĂƌƚ ĂŶĚ ƐĞĞ ǁŽƌůĚ ĐůĂƐƐ ŝŶƚĞƌŶĂƟ ŽŶĂů ƉůĂLJĞƌƐ ƌŝŐŚƚ ŚĞƌĞ ŝŶ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ͘ ŽŶ͛ƚ ŵŝƐƐ ŽƵƚ͘ dŝĐŬĞƚƐ ĂƌĞ ŶŽǁ ŽŶ ƐĂůĞ ĨƌŽŵ άϭϬ ĨŽƌ ĂĚƵůƚƐ ĂŶĚ άϱ ĨŽƌ ĐŽŶĐĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ͘ dŚĞ Ϯϰ ,ŽƵƌ dŝĐŬĞƚ ,ŽƚůŝŶĞ ŝƐ Ϭϴϰϰ ϴϰϳ ϮϬϭϯ Žƌ ďƵLJ ŽŶůŝŶĞ Ăƚ ǁǁǁ͘ƌůǁĐϮϬϭϯ͘ĐŽŵͬƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞ͘ zŽƵ ĐĂŶ ĂůƐŽ ĐĂůů ŝŶ ƚŽ ^ƉŽƚůĂŶĚ ^ƚĂĚŝƵŵ ǁŚĞƌĞ ƚŚĞLJ ĂƌĞ ŽŶ ƐĂůĞ ŶŽǁ͘

Sun 6 Oct

Heywood Civic Centre’s Flea Market - Monthly Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Further dates include 3 Nov and 1 Dec. Tables are £10 in advance from the Box KĸĐĞ͘ ĐůŽƚŚĞƐ ƌĂŝů ŝƐ ƚŚĞ ĞƋƵŝǀĂůĞŶƚ ŽĨ ŽŶĞ ƚĂďůĞ͘ Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 9am (Set-up from 8am-9am) Price: ĚŵŝƐƐŝŽŶ άϭ ĚƵůƚƐ͖ ϱϬƉ ŽŶĐĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ͘ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399

FF FARE Sun 13 Oct

Farmers Market

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ǀĞŶƚƐ ĂŶĚ ƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶƐ &ŽƌƵŵ

WůĞĂƐĞ ƌĞĨĞƌ ƚŽ ǁǁǁ͘ůŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚůŽĐĂů͘ ĐŽ͘ƵŬ ĨŽƌ ĨƵƌƚŚĞƌ ĚĞƚĂŝůƐ͘ Further dates include: Sun 10, Sat 23 Nov and Sun 8 Dec with further dates on the second Sun of each month.

Venue: ŽŶƐĞƌǀĂƟǀĞ ůƵď͕ WĞĞů ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ Time: 10am-3pm

FF FARE Sun 20 Oct Third Sun of the month

Sun Market & Car Boot Sale

Organised by Middleton Town Centre Management

Venue: Middleton Shopping Centre, Limetrees Road, Middleton M24 4EL Time: 6am–1pm Price: Cars £12, Vans £20 payable on ƚŚĞ ĚĂLJ͘ ĂƚĞƌŝŶŐ ĐŽŶĐĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ ĂǀĂŝůĂďůĞ͕ ƉůĞĂƐĞ ĞŶƋƵŝƌĞ͘ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ Ϭϭϲϭ ϲϱϯ ϰϵϵϬ No pre-booking facility, simply turn up ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĚĂLJ͘

FF FARE Sat 7 Dec

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: ϴƉŵͲϭ͘ϯϬĂŵ Price: άϱ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĚŽŽƌ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

DF FARE Sat 12 Oct

Heywood Civic Soul & Motown Nite Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: ϴƉŵͲϭ͘ϯϬĂŵ Price: άϱ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĚŽŽƌ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

DF FARE Thurs 31 Oct

Halloween Monster Mash Ball Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: ϱƉŵͲϴƉŵ Price: άϱ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

FF DF FARE Sat 30 Nov

Heywood Civic Soul & Motown Nite Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: ϴƉŵͲϭ͘ϯϬĂŵ Price: άϱ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĚŽŽƌ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

DF FARE

Special Events

ďŽƌ ŚƌŝƐƚŵĂƐ īŽƌĚĂďůĞ ƌƚ &Ăŝƌ Organised by Ebor Studio

Venue: Ebor Studio, William Street, >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ K>ϭϱ ϴ:W Time: 6pm-8pm ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ Please refer to ǁǁǁ͘ĞďŽƌƐƚƵĚŝŽ͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ Žƌ ĞŵĂŝů͗ ŝŶĨŽΛĞďŽƌƐƚƵĚŝŽ͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ

FF FARE Thurs 19 Dec to Sat 21 Dec

Christmas Markets

Organised by Rochdale Town Centre Management

Venue: Lower Yorkshire Street ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 01706 926676 or ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞƚŽǁŶĐĞŶƚƌĞ͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ

FF DF FREE FARE

Fri 13 Sept

An Evening of Clairvoyance with David Holt Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: ŽŽƌƐ ϳ͘ϯϬƉŵ͖ ƐŚŽǁ ƐƚĂƌƚƐ ϴƉŵ Price: ůů ƟĐŬĞƚƐ άϭϮ ĨƌŽŵ ǁǁǁ͘ƐƉŝƌŝƚƐƵƌǀŝǀĂů͘ĐŽŵͬĂƉƉƐͬǁĞďƐƚŽƌĞ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

DF FARE Sat 14 Sept to Sun 15 Sept

>ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ,ŽƌƟĐƵůƚƵƌĂů ^ŽĐŝĞƚLJ Show KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ

Nightlife Sat 21 Sept

I Love the 90s

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: Doors 8pm Price: άϴ͘ϱϬ ŝŶ ĂĚǀĂŶĐĞ͕ άϭϬ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĚŽŽƌ͘ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

DF FARE Sat 28 Sept

Heywood Civic Soul & Motown Nite

Venue: >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ͕ >ŽĚŐĞ ^ƚ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ Time: Please telephone for further ĚĞƚĂŝůƐ͘ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 01706 378481

FF FREE FARE Tues 19 Nov

ŽīĞĞ DŽƌŶŝŶŐ

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ E^W ,ĞLJǁŽŽĚ ŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ

/Ŷ ĂŝĚ ŽĨ E^W ͘ Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 9am-12noon ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

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Fri 13 Dec

Mon 28 Oct

ŚƌŝƐƚŵĂƐ ŽīĞĞ DŽƌŶŝŶŐ ǁŝƚŚ Carols

Rugby League World Cup 2013 – Fiji v Ireland

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: 10am Price: άϮ ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ ƚĞĂͬĐŽīĞĞ ĂŶĚ ĐĂŬĞ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 0300 303 8399 or ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŚĞLJǁŽŽĚĐŝǀŝĐ

Venue: Spotland Stadium, Rochdale Time: ϳƉŵ ĨŽƌ ϴƉŵ ŬŝĐŬ Žī͘ Price: &ƌŽŵ άϭϬ ĚƵůƚƐ͕ άϱ ŽŶĐƐ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 24 Hour Ticket Hotline 0844 847 2013 or visit ǁǁǁ͘ƌůǁĐϮϬϭϯ͘ĐŽŵ

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Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Organised by Rugby League World Cup 2013

Mon 28 Oct to Fri 1 Nov

Sport & Leisure

Go4it Half Term Holiday Clubs Organised by Link4Life

Sun 8 Sept

Moor Power Mountain Bike 20 Mile Challenge Organised by Hollingworth Lake Water ĐƟǀŝƚLJ ĞŶƚƌĞ

tĞ ĂƌĞ ƌĂŝƐŝŶŐ ŵŽŶĞLJ ĨŽƌ ĞŵĞŶƟĂ h< – for a free vest or t-shirt, sponsorship forms and fundraising pack please ƌĞŐŝƐƚĞƌ Ăƚ ǁǁǁ͘ĚĞŵĞŶƟĂƵŬ͘ŽƌŐ Venue: Meet at Hollingworth Lake Country Park Visitors Centre, Rakewood Road Time: ZĞŐŝƐƚƌĂƟŽŶ ϴ͘ϯϬĂŵ͖ ϵ͘ϯϬĂŵ DĂƐƐ ƐƚĂƌƚ Price: άϭϱ ƉĞƌ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ ĞŶƚƌLJ ĨĞĞ͕ άϱ ƚŽ ďĞ ĚŽŶĂƚĞĚ ƚŽ ĞŵĞŶƟĂ h< ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 01706 370499

Contact your local leisure centre and pool for what’s on during the October half-term school holidays or ǀŝƐŝƚ ǁǁǁ͘ůŝŶŬϰůŝĨĞ͘ŽƌŐͬŐŽϰŝƚ͘ Venues: Bowlee Park Sports Centre Ϭϭϲϭ ϲϰϯ ϰϵϬϳ͖ ,ĞLJǁŽŽĚ ^ƉŽƌƚƐ sŝůůĂŐĞ ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϬϬϬ͖ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ^ƉŽƌƚƐ ĞŶƚƌĞ ϬϭϳϬϲ ϳϱϲϲϬϮ͖ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ƌĞŶĂ Ϭϭϲϭ ϲϲϮ ϰϬϬϬ͖ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ >ĞŝƐƵƌĞ ĞŶƚƌĞ ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϲϬϬϬ͖ dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ϬϭϳϬϲ ϵϮϰϰϵϮ͘

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^ƚƌĞĞƚ ǀĞŶƚƐ Θ &ĞƐƟǀĂůƐ Tues 29 Oct

DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ ŽŶĮƌĞ Θ &ŝƌĞǁŽƌŬƐ

Sun 8 Sept

Organised by Environmental Management

Tradional Clout Shoot

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ŽŵƉĂŶLJ ŽĨ ƌĐŚĞƌƐ

Venue: ŽǁůĞĞ &ŝĞůĚ͕ DŝĚĚůĞƚŽŶ Time: ϭ͘ϯϬƉŵ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞĐŽŵƉĂŶLJ ŽĨĂƌĐŚĞƌƐ͘ĐŽŵ

Venue: Bowlee Community Park, Middleton Time: ϱƉŵͲϵ͘ϯϬƉŵ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 07807412438

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Weds 30 Oct

ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ŽŶĮƌĞ Θ &ŝƌĞǁŽƌŬƐ

Organised by Environmental Management

Sun 22 Sept

>ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ϭϬŬ ZĂĐĞ

Organised by Cannonball Events

Starts at the Wheatsheaf Public House, ŚƵƌĐŚ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ K>ϭϱ ϴ Time: ZĞŐŝƐƚƌĂƟŽŶ ĨƌŽŵ ϴ͘ϯϬĂŵ͖ starts at 10am Price: WƌĞͲĞŶƚƌLJ͗ άϴ ůƵď ZƵŶŶĞƌƐ͖ άϭϬ hŶĂƩĂĐŚĞĚ͖ άϰϴ dĞĂŵ ŽĨ ϲ͖ WƌĞͲĞŶƚƌLJ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚ ǁǁǁ͘ƵŬƌĞƐƵůƚƐ͘ŶĞƚ Žƌ ďLJ ĐŚĞƋƵĞ ƚŽ͗ ĂŶŶŽŶďĂůů ǀĞŶƚƐ͕ ϭϰ :ƵďŝůĞĞ tĂLJ͕ dŽĚŵŽƌĚĞŶ͕ K>ϭϰ ϳ y͘ Entry on the day: άϭϬ ůƵď ZƵŶŶĞƌƐ͖ άϭϮ hŶĂƩĂĐŚĞĚ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ ŽŶƚĂĐƚ :ŽŚŶ ϬϭϳϬϲ 249386 or email: ũŽŚŶΛĐĂŶŶŽŶďĂůůĞǀĞŶƚƐ͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ Žƌ ƌĞĨĞƌ ƚŽ͗ ǁǁǁ͘ĐĂŶŶŽŶďĂůůĞǀĞŶƚƐ͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ

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FF FREE FARE Thurs 31 Oct

,ĞLJǁŽŽĚ ŽŶĮƌĞ Θ &ŝƌĞǁŽƌŬƐ

Organised by Environmental Management

Venue: ŚĞƌǁĞůů ǀĞŶƵĞ͕ ,ĞLJǁŽŽĚ Time: ϱƉŵͲϵ͘ϯϬƉŵ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 07807412438

FF FREE FARE Sat 9 Nov

Rochdale Christmas Lights Switch On

Organised by Rochdale Town Centre Management

Sun 22 Sept

Rochdale Kingsway 2013 10K & 5K Run

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ EŝĐĞ tŽƌŬ͕ ŝŶ ĂƐƐŽĐŝĂƟŽŶ ǁŝƚŚ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚ ŐĞŶĐLJ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ <ŝŶŐƐǁĂLJ WĂƌƚŶĞƌƐŚŝƉ

ZĂĐĞƐ ǁŝůů ŐĞƚ ƵŶĚĞƌǁĂLJ ĨƌŽŵ ϵ͘ϰϱĂŵ͕ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ ŵĂŝŶ ϱŬ ĂŶĚ ϭϬŬ ƐƚĂƌƟŶŐ Ăƚ ϭϬ͘ϯϬĂŵ͘ DĞĚĂůƐ ĂŶĚ Ă ƌĂŶŐĞ ŽĨ ĮŶŝƐŚ line goodies will be available, plus ǁŝŶŶĞƌƐ͛ ĂǁĂƌĚƐ ĂŶĚ ƉƌŝnjĞƐ͘ Venue: <ŝŶŐƐǁĂLJ ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ WĂƌŬ͖ ůŽĐĂƚĞĚ ŶĞdžƚ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ DϲϮ͕ :Ϯϭ͘ ZĞĨĞƌ ƚŽ ǁǁǁ͘ ŬŝŶŐƐǁĂLJͲďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐͲƉĂƌŬ͘ĐŽŵ ŽŽŬŝŶŐƐͬĞŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ &Žƌ ƌĞŐŝƐƚƌĂƟŽŶ ĂŶĚ all other details, please refer to ǁǁǁ͘ƌŽĐŚĚĂůĞŬŝŶŐƐǁĂLJƌƵŶ͘ĐŽ͘ƵŬ Žƌ phone 01797 230009 or email: ŝŶĨŽΛŶŝĐĞͲǁŽƌŬ͘ŽƌŐ͘ƵŬ

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Venue: Cronkeyshaw Common, Syke Time: ϱƉŵͲϵ͘ϯϬƉŵ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 07807412438

Venue: Rochdale town centre Time: &ƵƌƚŚĞƌ ĚĞƚĂŝůƐ ƚŽ ĐŽŵĞ͘ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 01706 926676

FF FREE FARE Sat 16 Nov

,ĞLJǁŽŽĚ ŚƌŝƐƚŵĂƐ &ĞƐƟǀĂů Lights Switch On

Organised by Heywood Business Group/ Heywood Township

Venue: Heywood Town Centre Time: ^ǁŝƚĐŚ ŽŶ ϱ͘ϭϱƉŵ ŶƋƵŝƌŝĞƐ͗ 01706 922230

FF FREE FARE Sat 16 Nov & Sun 17 Nov

Middleton Christmas Lights Switch On Organised by Middleton Township

Venue: Middleton Town Centre Time: ^Ăƚ͗ ϭϮŶŽŽŶͲϲƉŵ͖ ^ƵŶ ϭϭĂŵͲϯƉŵ

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Enquiries: 01706 923124

Sat 14 Sept, 12 Oct, 9 Nov, 14 Dec Second Saturday of the month

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dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ ĚƵůƚ ƌĂŌ Workshops

Sun 1 Dec

Organised by Link4Life Arts & Heritage Service

Reindeer Parade

Organised by Rochdale Town Centre Management

Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 11am-1pm Price: £5 payable on booking Bookings/enquiries: 01706 924928. ŽŽŬŝŶŐ ƐƐĞŶƟĂů

Venue: Rochdale town centre Time: Further details to come.

Enquiries: 01706 926676

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Theatre & Performing Arts

Sat 21 Sept and Tues 24 Sept

Sat 7 Sept

^ŝŐŶĂƚƵƌĞ ŵďƌŽŝĚĞƌLJ͗ YƵŝůƟŶŐ Workshops

Free Panto Launch Event

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ^ŚŽŶĞ WƌŽĚƵĐƟŽŶƐ

Venue: Middleton Arena Time: Show starts 3pm Price: Free Booking/enquiries: 0844 855 4020 ŽŽŬŝŶŐ ƐƐĞŶƟĂů

FF DF FREE FARE Thurs 3 Oct to Sat 5 Oct

Hansel and Gretel (a fairytale opera) by Engelbert Humperdinck Organised by The Curtain Theatre

Sung in English with orchestra.

Venue: The Curtain Theatre, Milkstone Road, Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Bookings/enquiries: Tickets and ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ďLJ ƚĞůĞƉŚŽŶĞ ƚŽ ϬϭϳϬϲ 655248 or 343163

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Organised by Link4Life Arts & Heritage Service

Mon 2 Dec to Tues 24 Dec

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ^ŚŽŶĞ WƌŽĚƵĐƟŽŶƐ >ƚĚ ĂŶĚ Middleton Arena

Time: Various, please telephone for details or check on-line at www.link4life.org/whatson.

Price: £16 Adults, £12.50 Children, £12.50 Concessions, £50 Family Ticket Bookings/enquiries: ǁǁǁ͘ƐĞĞƟĐŬĞƚƐ͘ com to buy online or 0844 871 8819, or ŝŶ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ Ăƚ ƚŚĞ ƌĞŶĂ ďŽdž ŽĸĐĞ Ϭϴϰϰ 855 4020 (Booking fee applies to online bookings).

FF DF FARE Sun 22 Dec to Tues 24 Dec

Weds 23 Oct to Sat 26 Oct

HeyKids present Miss Saigon ;^ĐŚŽŽů ĚŝƟŽŶͿ

Organised by HeyKids & Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: Each night 7.30pm, plus Sat DĂƟŶĞĞ Ϯ͘ϭϱƉŵ Price: Stalls: Adults £11, Children & ŽŶĐĞƐƐŝŽŶƐ άϵ͖ dŝĞƌĞĚ ^ĞĂƟŶŐ͗ ĚƵůƚƐ £12, Children & Concessions £10 Bookings/enquiries: Tickets from Aileen Greenwood on 01706 368904 or visit www.heywoodaods.co.uk to book online.

Enquiries: 0300 303 8399

FF DF FARE Sat 26 Oct

Posh Tramps and Papooses

Organised by MaD Theatre Company

For details contact Rob Lees: rob@ madtheatrecompany.co.uk or visit www.madtheatrecompany.co.uk.

Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: ϳƉŵ͖ ZƵŶŶŝŶŐ ƟŵĞ ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ interval approximately 1 hour 50 minutes Price: ůů ƟĐŬĞƚƐ άϲ Bookings/enquiries: Through Rochdale sŝƐŝƚŽƌ /ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚƌĞ͕ dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ Rochdale, The Esplanade in person or by phone on 01706 924928 (Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm).

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Cinderella

Organised by Heywood Civic Centre

Venue: Heywood Civic Centre, L/Cpl Stephen Shaw MC Way, OL10 1LW Time: Sun & Mon 1.30pm; Tues 1pm Price: Adults £6; Concessions £5 Bookings/enquiries: Ždž KĸĐĞ ϬϯϬϬ 303 8399

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Workshops, Classes & Talks First Thurs of Every Month

dŽƵĐŚƐƚŽŶĞƐ ƌĞĂƟǀĞ tƌŝƟŶŐ Group Organised by Touchstones Rochdale

Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: Workshops 2pm-3.30pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

DF FREE FARE Second Tues of Every Month

Friends of Rochdale Art Gallery

Talks cost £2 per person for members; £3 for non-members, which includes refreshments. Payable on the door – no booking required. All welcome. Annual membership £8 is available.

Venue: Talks held at Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 12.30pm –1.45pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

DF FARE Weds 25 Sept, Tues 29 Oct, Thurs 21 Nov, Weds 18 Dec

Rochdale Pioneer Museum Evening >ĞĐƚƵƌĞƐ ʹ ŽͲŽƉĞƌĂƟŽŶ ĂŶĚ &ĂŝƚŚ Organised by Rochdale Pioneers Museum

For event details visit: www. rochdalepioneersmuseum.coop/events.

Venue: Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 31 Toad Lane, Rochdale OL12 0NU Time: 6.30pm-8pm Bookings/enquiries: Please call 01706 524920 or email: museum@co-op.ac.uk

DF FREE FARE Weds 9 Oct 2nd Weds of the Month

Lancashire Dialect Evening

Future dates include 13 November and 11 December.

Venue: Jarvis Street Methodist Chapel, :ĂƌǀŝƐ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ ;Žī tŚŝƚǁŽƌƚŚ ZŽĂĚͿ Rochdale Time: 7.30pm prompt ŽŶĂƟŽŶƐ ǁĞůĐŽŵĞ͘ Enquiries: 01706 343163 or 631355.

For event details visit www.link4life.org/whatson

Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society

Venue: ƵƚŐĂƚĞ ĂƉƟƐƚ ŚƵƌĐŚ͕ ĚĞŶĮĞůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: 7.30pm Price: Members £2; Non-members £3 Enquiries: 01706 630707 or 01706 814884

FARE Weds 30 Oct

Rochdale Pioneer Museum – Big Draw Banners

Organised by Rochdale Pioneers Museum

Free, drop in, no need to book.

Suitable for all ages. Refer to www. rochdalepioneersmuseum.coop/events.

Venue: Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 31 Toad Lane, Rochdale OL12 0NU Time: 11am-4pm Enquiries: Please call 01706 524920 or email: museum@co-op.ac.uk

FF DF FREE FARE Thurs 31 Oct

Pirates of the Halloween Family Fun Day & Big Draw Organised by Link4Life Arts & Heritage Service

Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 11am-2pm Enquiries: 01706 924492 Drop in session. No need to book.

FF DF FREE FARE Thurs 14 Nov

An illustrated lecture by Tim Melling: Northumberland

Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society

ŵĞƌŝĐĂŶ tŽŽĚƐ ŝŶ ƌŝƟƐŚ Furniture with speaker Dr Adam ŽǁĞƩ

Thurs 12 Dec

KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ ŶƟƋƵĞƐ ^ŽĐŝĞƚLJ

Forthcoming dates: Tues 19 November and Weds 11 December.

Venue: St Vincent’s Community Hall, ĂůĚĞƌƐŚĂǁ >ĂŶĞ͕ EŽƌĚĞŶ ;Žī ĚĞŶĮĞůĚ Road) Time: 7.30pm Price: ŶŶƵĂů ƐƵďƐĐƌŝƉƟŽŶ άϮϱ͖ ǀŝƐŝƚŽƌƐ £4 per visit (for maximum of 2 visits) Enquires: Secretary Ann Lord 01706 849203

Thurs 10 Oct

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An illustrated lecture by Ray Lynch: ZĞƉƟůĞƐ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ &LJůĚĞ ŽĂƐƚ

Weds 9 Oct

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Last Tues of Every Month

Free session.

Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 2pm-3.30pm Enquiries: 01706 924492

Thurs 10 Oct

Venue: ƵƚŐĂƚĞ ĂƉƟƐƚ ŚƵƌĐŚ͕ ĚĞŶĮĞůĚ Road, Rochdale Time: 7.30pm Price: Members £2; Non-members £3 Enquiries: 01706 630707 or 01706 814884

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Organised by Touchstones Rochdale

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Organised by Edwin Waugh Dialect Society

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Signatures hand in date is 3 Sept at Touchstones.

Venue: Touchstones Rochdale, The Esplanade Time: 11am-3pm Bookings/enquiries: 01706 924928. ŽŽŬŝŶŐ ƐƐĞŶƟĂů

Time: 8pm, 7.45pm for refreshments Price: Small charge includes refreshments Enquiries: 01706 650636 or 01706 377685

ƚĂůŬ ďLJ WĞƚĞƌ tĂƚƐŽŶ͗ ƌƟĨĂĐƚƐ ŽĨ ^ƵƉĞƌƐƟƟŽŶ Ͳ ŚĂƌŵƐ͕ /ŵĂŐĞƐ Θ Talismans KƌŐĂŶŝƐĞĚ ďLJ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ,ŝƐƚŽƌŝĐĂů Θ Archaeological Society

Forthcoming date: Thurs 14 November Venue: ,ĂƌǀĞLJ ZŽŽŵ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ ŽĂĐŚ ,ŽƵƐĞ͕ >ŝƩůĞďŽƌŽƵŐŚ

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An illustrated lecture by Steve Halliwell: The Work of the Woodland Trust

Organised by Rochdale Field Naturalists’ Society

Venue: ƵƚŐĂƚĞ ĂƉƟƐƚ ŚƵƌĐŚ͕ ĚĞŶĮĞůĚ ZŽĂĚ͕ ZŽĐŚĚĂůĞ Time: 7.30pm Price: Members £2; Non-members £3 Enquiries: 01706 630707 or 01706 814884

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Get me active!

“I need something to help get me active!” Can you hear yourself saying that? It’s what we hear all the time and Link4Life’s new activ8teme programme is designed to do just that.

Being launched in September 2013, activ8teme is an exciting new programme of sports activities for adults. It’s a programme of easy to access sessions that are low cost and ‘pay as you go’ and each is led by qualified and experienced instructors ready to help you take those first important steps.

At the beginning we will concentrate on eight main sports – athletics, badminton, cycling, exercise and fitness, football, golf, rounders and swimming. This could be your chance to finally realise your ambition to learn to swim – in specially designed adult ‘Swim Start’ groups or one-to-one lessons. If you have always wanted to try golf then you can now have a weekly session under the watchful eye of our golf professional who will teach you the basic skills of putting, chipping and pitching – and a one hour weekly session will cost you just £2. These are just a few examples of our exciting new project!

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At h l e tics B a dm i nto n C y cl ing Fitness Fo o t ba l l Gol f Ro u n ders Sw i m ming

GET ME ACTIVE!

HAVE FUN ~ MEET FRIENDS ~ CONTROL WEIGHT FEEL GOOD ~ IMPROVE FITNESS ~ DEVELOP STAMINA GET OUT AND ABOUT ~ TRY SOMETHING NEW

LOW COST SESSIONS | PAY AS YOU GO | MEMBERSHIP FREE

Often what stops you taking up a new activity is having no-one to go with. The activ8teme programme solves all of those barriers and also provides you with the equipment you need. No need to find a partner or team – just turn up and join in.

The activ8teme programme has benefited from over £204,000 of National Lottery funding from the Sport England Community Sport Activation Fund and Link4Life is among 32 successful bidders receiving a share of £5.1million of funding to support grassroots sport activity across the country as part of the lasting legacy of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Building stamina, meeting new friends, feeling good and increasing fitness are just some of the benefits to those taking part. Our aim is to get 25,000 residents more active over the next three years.

Let’s hope you’re one of them!

MORE PEOPLE MORE ACTIVE

MORE OFTEN

www.link4life.org/activ8teme To find out more about activ8teme contact Sarah Shard Tel: 01706 926239 or 07976 498629

Activ8teME

Email: activ8teme@link4life.org

activ8teme #getmeactive

activ8teme is for adults only Link4Life is the trading name of Rochdale Boroughwide Cultural Trust. Registered Charity No: 1118610

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Nicky and Andy have certainly put Annabellas firmly back on the map when it comes to fine dining in Whitworth and you are always guaranteed a warm welcome.

They have transformed the menu and offer fine dining in a relaxing and attentive atmosphere. Gift certificates available for any amount, to be used at any time.There are always regular event evenings and they offer a mid week special... Mon - Thurs with 3 courses for £10.95 Restaurant open Tues - Sun from 5pm 142 Market Street, Whitworth, Rochdale OL12 8SZ 01706 550303

THE BAUM

Purveyors of Quality Food, Wine & Real Ale. Situated next to the CO-OP museum in a conservation area, The Baum has a welcoming oldie world ambience, with wooden floors and old enamel adverts. The quality bar menu, served all day 7 days a week, consists of light lunches, traditional dishes and tapas. The Baum offers an excellent selection of world beers on draught & bottles plus 8 ever changing guest cask ales & cider. Featured in ‘The Good Beer Guide’ for the last six years, winning CAMRA’s National Pub of the Year 2012. Rochdale Ghost Walks start from outside The Baum every first and third Thursday of month. £5 pp.

33-37 Toad Lane, Rochdale.

01706 352 186 www.thebaum.co.uk

THE CEDAR TREE AT THE SHEAF

Rachel & Andrew moved from Huddersfield Road and you can now find them at ‘The Cedar Tree at The Sheaf’, Haugh Fold, Newhey where they have transformed The Wheatsheaf pub into a stylish, modern Tapa's restaurant and bar offering fresh, seasonal, authentic Spanish dishes. With Grill Nights every Wednesday & Thursday offering prime succulent steaks, chicken & fish cooked to order from the griddle, two courses only £14.50. Sunday special kids eat free from separate children's menu, served 1-8 pm.

Check out the website for further details and discover what entertainment nights are coming up in the near future. The restaurant is closed Monday & Tuesday.

THE HEALEY

A traditional local public house featured in The Good Beer Guide & Cask Marque. Proud of its quality home cooked food served 7 days a week. Why not try them for a daily roast, beer battered fish & chips or the Lancashire cheese selection. Beer garden with two boules piste, The Healey is the ideal place to start and finish a walk through Healy Dell Nature reserve which is just on its doorstep. Steeped in history The Healey, like its sister pub The Baum, has a real welcoming feel.

Food served Mon -Sat 11.30am - 9pm,

Sun 12pm - 6pm. 172 Shawclough Road

Shawclough, Rochdale OL12 6LW Book on 01706 645 453 thehealeyshawclough@hotmail.com

Haugh Fold, Newhey, Rochdale, OL16 3RF Book on 01706 842626 www.thecedartree.net

THE WATERSIDE BAR RESTAURANT

The restaurant is nestled in the heart of the Pennines; a fantastic venue with beautiful views of the surrounding Littleborough countryside, newly refurbished Rochdale canal and a small walk from the scenic Hollingworth Lake, yet the ambience is relaxed and continental. The restaurant portrays an intimate and relaxed lounge feel, with a comfortable sofa seating area for drinks on arrival or just to socialise with friends and family. Using only the finest ingredients and produce, Lisa & Kristan have combined traditional cooking with a passion for Mediterranean and Continental cuisine, creating exciting and extensive varied menus, from Lunchtime to A'la Carte. Now with their new outdoor al fresco dining area, it is the perfect place to enjoy al fresco dining when the sun shines. Open Tues - Sunday

Book on 01706 376 250 No1 Inghams Lane Littleborough OL15 0AY www.thewatersideexperience.co.uk

ROSE N BOWL RESTAURANT

The Rose 'N' Bowl is Rossendale’s longest established Carvery Restaurant & Bar based in Stacksteads with panoramic views to rear complete with heated decking area and private bowling green. It has been owned by Lords Caterers Whitworth (est 1934) for over 20yrs. Family friendly eatery from pub food to full famous carvery all from fresh local produce. You can opt for the 3 Course Carvery with unlimited vegetables at £14.95 or a main course for only £9.15.

Wed Eve - Two dine on 3 course carvery with a bottle of wine £29.90 served 7-9pm Thurs Diamond Diners (over 60's) 2 course Lunch 12.00 - 1.30 pm £6.50 Early Eve Specials 5.30 - 6.45pm only £7.60 Rump Steak & Choc Fudge cake only £18.95 for two. Book now for Christmas.

Food available

Tue - Fri 12.00 - 2pm & 5.30 - 9.30 pm

Sat & Sun 12.00 - 8.30pm

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The Cedar Treeat the Sheaf TA PA S R E S TA U R A N T A N D L O U N G E B A R

Rachel, Andrew and all the staff would like to welcome you tto o our Tapas Restaurant and Bar. we With over 13 years experience in the restaurant business w e pride ourselves on fantastic food, friendly efficient service and a place where alll our customers can relax and want to return time and time again.

T 21st Sept Rat Pack Night Enjoy an evening of Sinatra, Sammy Davis & SEP Dean Martin with the wonderful voice of Johnny Mack OCT

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spine tingling voice of Elizabeth singing an arrangement of classic Italian opera songs from the musicals and diva classics.

TRIP ADVISOR COMMENTS 'Amazing tapas in lovely surroundings' 'Food was excellent & service was attentive' 'Gorgeous food & friendly atmosphere' 'The food- fabulous & faultless' 'This latest venue is fantastic and the food is the best tapas in Manchester, not just Newhey'

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FRI 20TH MOTOWN Be escorted back to the 60s and enjoy the unforgettable sound of Motown. Classic party hits that took the world by storm SAT 21ST PARTY NIGHT With the fabulous 'Elle' a great night of fun frolics laughter and dancing with first-class entertainment from the one and only 'Elle'

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The Moss Lodge restaurant is now open for dinner to non-residents. Using only the finest of locally sourced and freshly cooked ingredients to create a monthly table dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;hĂ´te menu as well as regular Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specials, all reasonably priced at just ÂŁ30 for 3 courses followed with coffee. Prior booking is essential.

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LA MANCHA TAPAS BAR

La Mancha is Rochdale's only specialist tapas restaurant serving authentic Spanish cuisine in atmospheric surroundings. Situated in the very heart of Rochdale, the restaurant is easily accessible with lots of local parking.

La Mancha was established over 10 years ago and has stood the test of time thanks to the quality and authenticity of its menu. Along with their lunchtime specials, they also have an extensive specials board with dishes from all the regions of Spain.

They have a great party atmosphere... so why not celebrate your special occasions without breaking the bank!

New take-away service (collection only. not available Friday or Saturday evenings or busy periods).

Closed Mondays. Food served Tuesday to Thursday 12 -2.30 and 6-9.30, Friday and Saturday 12-10.30 and Sunday 5-9.

Occasional live music nights by popular demand.

5 The Butts Avenue Rochdale OL16 1ES. 01706 713400 www.tapasatlamancha.co.uk

THE PEACOCK ROOM

The Peacock Room at The Crimble has now placed itself amongst the regions fine dining culinary elite. With 2 AA Rosette's and 2 Michelin Knives and Forks it has become the Deckers Groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier fine-dining restaurant. The Peacock Room uses the finest ingredients featuring the best cuts of meat prepared in their own butchery department to create a variety of sumptuous dishes. The extended wine list will provide you with the opportunity to combine our dishes with a variety of wines from around the world. The Peacock Room are passionate about the quality of ingredients they use.

They work closely with local suppliers to ensure the dishes they serve are to a consistently high standard. The constantly evolving menu encapsulates modern English cuisine with a contemporary twist.

Watch out for their regular special offers and themed evenings, details of which can be found on the website:

www.thedeckersgroup.com Bookings can be made online or over the phone on 01706 368591.

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THE GALLOWS

Situated within easy reach of Hollingworth Lake, this family friendly pub is open all day every day, serving excellent value for money sandwiches, hot bites and main meals. You will not find a warmer welcome anywhere else in the Rochdale area, from Peter and Judith McCorrnick. The Gallows offers a large selection of real ales, with guest beers, plus a selection of fine wines and lagers.

Now showing all Sky & BT Sports. Food served Monday to Saturday midday - 7pm Sunday midday - 6pm (inc Sunday Roast) Bookings now being taken for Christmas (ex Christmas day)

Wildhouse Lane Milnrow OL16 3JW 01706 642898 www.thegallows.co.uk

THE HINCHLIFFE ARMS

Nestled in the valley of Cragg Vale situated south facing, with two rivers crossing under the bridge leading to the village church, you could not find a more idyllic setting. Their aim is to run a country pub where everyone feels comfortable whether it be to eat some of their home-cooked dishes or to sit in the bar and drink from the ever-changing beer line-up. The food is traditional with a continental feel. They offer several menus, all seasonal and prepared freshly by their chefs. Food served Tues 5 -8pm, Weds & Thurs 12-2pm eve 5 - 8.30pm, Fri & Sat 12 – 9pm, Sun 12 6.45pm Closed Mondays but open bank holidays.

The Hinchliffe Arms, Cragg Vale , Hebden Bridge. HX7 5TA 01422 883 256

FALLEN ANGELS

Fallen Angels Continental Ristorante has captured the style of 14th century Italy by using genuine relics and sculptures for its interior, combining the finest authentic Mediterranean cuisine with the excitement and ambiance of the Renaissance. Many of the dishes are made or have been adapted from traditional family recipes. The continental staff are extremely knowledgeable and will gladly advise guests as to which dish best suits their tastes.

They will also advise on the type of wine which best compliments a meal, choosing from a selection of finest continental bottles.

Whether you are looking for a pizza, a pasta or perhaps something a little more adventurous, the Fallen Angels is an unforgettable experience. Watch out for their weekly specials and also their special reduced choice menus, which offer superb value for money. Menu details can be found online at www.thedeckersgroup.com

Bookings can be made online or over the phone on 01706 861861.

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THE COFFEE HOUSE AT HORSE CARRS

The delightful historic Horse Carrs is now open as a Coffee House Thursday & Friday 11am - 4pm. Serving fresh coffee and a variety of teas, home made cakes, sandwiches, lunches and light snacks.

Afternoon tea only £6.85pp or £12.00 for two. Served 1.30 – 3.30.

Offering free wi-fi and large free car park in a secluded spot this is the ideal place to relax and meet friends and business colleagues.

There are a choice of rooms available for private functions which can be booked by calling Margaret on 07803038089.

Coffee House Shawclough Road Rochdale OL12 6LG 01706 345477

THE OXFORD

Alison and her family are now delighted to be running the Oxford creating a family friendly atmosphere in pleasant surroundings. They have selected a large choice of wines and spirits to compliment the quality menu on offer.

Offering freshly prepared traditional dishes, light lunches and sandwiches. There is also an attractive outside garden seating area where you can enjoy the sunshine whilst dining and drinking.

Food is served Mon - Sat 12-8 and Sunday 12-7.

Private parties can be catered for.Book now for Christmas to avoid dissapointment.

The Oxford 662 Whitworth Road Rochdale OL12 0TB 01706 345709

DEMETRIS CAFE & TAVERNA

Situated within the Coach House in Littleborough you will find Demetris Cafe & Taverna. It is a cafe during the day, but on Friday and Saturday evenings, you can also experience fantastic Greek Nights. The night’s include Greek Mezze, 15 courses, plate smashing, free ouzo and a live bouzouki band.

The venue is also available for private Greek nights and can seat up to 36 people. If you want the total Greek experience then book your table now. Evening bookings only. Now open Sundays.

Littleborough Coach House Lodge Street Littleborough 01706 378481 / 07889 868 954 www.demetris-taverna.co.uk

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NOT BEEN TO THE RESTAURANT BEFORE? Please see our reviews on TRIP ADVISOR or join us on Facebook :- Annabellas Whitworth

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Joe Matthews has come a long way since the childhood days when he and his brothers were kept quiet with a pencil and some paper, drawing their own cartoon characters - to fight existing Marvel and DC superheroes and baddies! This early appreciation of comics, cartoons and art set forth Joe's career as a self-taught comic artist.

At the tender age of 13 he was already publishing and selling his own comic fanzine, and when he was 14 the legendary '2000 A.D.' comic published one of his drawings. It's no surprise that when he left school, his first job was doing creative artwork and design for PS Printshop.

By 1985 he was well established, drawing Ivy The Terrible, Ball Boy and Billy Whizz stories for The Beano. He had a regular newspaper strip called 'The Sunday Gang' for the Newcastle-based 'Sunday Sun'. Trials for Count Duckula, Barbie and Rug Rats comics eventually led to Joe getting the contract with Warner Bros to draw the monthly 'Tom & Jerry' and 'Baby Loonie Tunes' comics.

His continued fascination with the creative talent of other artists and the variety of work he was asked to produce, further developed his repertoire.

You will see his illustrations on greetings cards, in Lucky Bag comics and in ‘Little Monsters’ books. He has also worked as the storyboard artist for BBC cartoon series Bob the Builder!

Joe set up his current business, Impact Printworks to concentrate on several local projects. Despite having clients in USA and Australia he creates the monthly All Star Squad comic for Wheatsheaf Shopping Centre Kids Club and is developing Princess Pop Dancers comics for Shaw Dance School Anna's Dance.

Most recently he has teamed up with his wife Michelle to form a new company 'Animal Impact PE Ltd', to create a unique ready-prepared PE coaching programme for Key Stage 2 in primary schools. Joe's animated characters help engage children

in Michelle's themed PE lessons and teachers are supplied with illustrated crosscurricular worksheets to bring learning from PE into the classroom.

Joe attributes his creative ability to ‘an overactive imagination and people watching’. He is frequently asked if he actually drew things with his hands.

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Dolly Birds is Rochdale's newest beauty salon offering a range of beauty treatments to suit all your needs. owner Kirsty hodgkinson is proud of the retro transformation of the old Sharrocks building on Spotland Road which has proved to be the ideal location for her new business.

Kirsty commented, "our opening day in August was a great success and our clients are just loving the layout of our treatment rooms where they can be pampered in complete relaxation".

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RoAST gUinEA foWl WiTh A DESignER hoT PoT PiE

Sick of your bland, fried chicken breast? Why not try something different – guinea fowl has a fabulous, earthy, robust taste which to me tastes of what chicken used to taste like years ago before they started to give them lots of artificial feeds. Cook it in the same way you would a chicken and just taste the difference.

SERvES 4 2 whole guinea fowl 500ml chicken stock 200ml red wine 1 carrot diced fine 1 stick celery diced fine 1 onion chopped fine 2 cloves garlic chopped

PASTRY 200g plain flour 100g butter - chilled Pinch curry powder 1 teaspoon poppy seeds Water

CABBAgE 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 rashers bacon – cut into thin strips 1 shallot - chopped fine 1 clove garlic - chopped fine ½ small savoy cabbage – shredded fine 100ml white wine 200ml whipping cream

METhoD 1) Remove the breasts and legs from the guinea fowls. Place the legs in a casserole pan with the chicken stock, red wine, carrot, celery, onion and garlic and simmer gently for 1 hour. Take out the legs and leave to cool. Reduce the cooking liquor by half and leave to cool.

2) Remove the skin from the guinea fowl legs and flake the flesh into small pieces.

Season and place in small ramekin dishes and add some of the vegetable and the reduced red wine liquor.

3) For the pastry, rub the butter into the flour to form a breadcrumb consistency. Add the curry and poppy seeds. Add just enough water for the mix to come together to form a soft dough. Leave to firm in the fridge for 20 minutes.

4) Roll out onto a floured board and cut into rounds just slightly bigger than the ramekin. Brush the ramekin ridge with a touch of water, place the pastry on top and pinch. Leave in fridge until ready to use.

5) When ready to serve bake at 180º for 15 minutes until the pastry is cooked and golden.

6) Heat the olive oil in a sauté pan, season the guinea fowl breasts then place in the pan skin side down. Cook until golden on both sides – remove from the pan, then roast for 10 minutes 180°c until cooked through.

7) Add the bacon to the pan that you seared the guinea fowl in, fry for 2 minutes, add the onion and garlic and fry for a further 2 minutes then add the cabbage. Deglaze with the white wine and then stir in the cream – season to taste.

8) Serve the hot pot pie with the creamy cabbage and guinea fowl breast.

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SAT 21ST SEPT - MIDNIGHT WALK

This year’s Midnight Walk will be as fun filled and fabulous as usual. Coronation Street’s Chesney – actor Sam Aston – will be starting the walkers off from Middleton Arena, only after a Zumba style warm up and some high jinx from Springy the Hospice frog. There is a choice of either a 6 mile or 13 mile walk, and with last year’s inclusion of men being so successful, everyone is welcome this year! A £12 registration fee will give you entry to this night to remember, a t-shirt, medal, sponsor forms and, at the end of the night, a yummy bacon sandwich. Give the fundraising office a call for a registration form.

YESTERYEAR FESTIVAL RAISES £17K

SUN 17TH NOV SPRINGHILL HOSPICE CHRISTMAS FAIR

A fabulously festive day out for all the family. Over 50 stalls and attractions, with something for everybody and free entry for all! 10am to 3pm at the Hospice. All of your Christmas shopping in one great day. Springy will be there… why not join him?

FRI 29TH NOV MAN OF ROCHDALE LUNCHEON

An annual luncheon for the men of Rochdale to come together and celebrate the achievements of the 2013 Man of Rochdale in the Great Hall, Rochdale Town Hall.

Tickets £37 pp including a four course dinner and entertainment, starting with a beer reception at 1pm.

SUN 8TH DEC FATHER CHRISTMAS FUN RUN

Father Christmas' a-plenty on this festive fundraiser around Hollingworth Lake. Adults and children alike stroll, meander, run, jog and now with Hospice mascot Springy the Frog, hop, around Hollingworth Lake dressed as Father Christmas – a lovely, healthy and fun family day out for all the family, age and fitness no limit.

The warm, heady, fun, family days of summers gone-by were revisited recently at Springhill Hospice’s very first Yesteryear Festival, at Collop Gate Farm. Families both young and old came together, turning out in force to show their support for the Hospice whilst enjoying a good old-fashioned summer family day out.

Over 50 stalls overflowing with all sort of goodies from ice-cream to cupcakes, raffles and tombolas to traditional sweets and even Temperance drinks graced the cavernous farm buildings. 1940’s music sang out from the Naafi Café as the smell of Pimms drifted through the audience and they were entertained by some 40's dancing. Cream teas, a hog roast, miniature tanks, boats and a rifle range also pleased the crowds but the biggest crowd pleaser had to be the tanks, showing off their might on the field for all to enjoy.

“The sights and sounds of the festival were amazing , it was a fantastic day and one we hope to enjoy again next year” said Sarah Lee Ford, Springhill’s Income Services Lead at Springhill Hospice, “The day was a roaring success with over 4,000 coming to support the Hospice and we raised a whopping £17,000. That is phenomenal and we can’t thank you all enough”.

THURS 5TH DEC – LIGHTS OF LOVE SERVICE

at The Parish Church, Rochdale and Sun 15th Dec – Lights of Love services (3pm and 6.30pm) at Springhill Hospice The Hospice’s annual festive remembrance service, where people can dedicate a light on the special lights of love tree in memory of a loved one.

The trees are in a choice of locations across the borough.

Anyone is welcome to dedicate a light, not just those who have had loved ones cared for by Springhill Hospice. Music, mulled wine, minced pies and happy memories.

All events will be held at Springhill Hospice, Broad Lane, Rochdale, OL16 4PZ unless otherwise stated.

For further details about any of the above, please contact the fundraising department on 01706 649920 or by e-mail lillie.winterbottom@nhs.net www.rochdalestyle.com

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CHRISTIE FUNDRAISER

Local fundraisers have helped to raise a total of £5000, in aid of the mobile chemotherapy unit at The Christie Hospital, through a number of activities including races and raffles.

Marjory Hawker-Bond, MBE presented the cheque to John & Angela Bannister, volunteers from The Christie.

Marjory, aged 95 years old, also contributed £1100 to the total by taking Fitness to Music classes. The presentation took place at The Photos: (Top) Lucy Parker from Bags of Style (Bottom left) Pam Coates from Waterside Dentist )Bottom right) Michelle Matthews from Ladies Only Gym

Oxford Pub, on Whitworth Road.

The funds will go towards the One Million Pound Appeal, a BBC Radio Manchester campaign. The aim is to raise £1 million during

There was a mixture of interesting health presentations together

2013, allowing cancer patients in Greater Manchester to benefit from a

with fun exhibitors at the Fit & Fabulous event, held at Rochdale

new mobile chemotherapy unit that will take Christie care closer to

Rugby Union Football club in August. Waterside Dental Care and

patients' homes.

Ladies Only Gym hosted the event in aid of Women’s Refuge of Rochdale and Dynamic Ladies of Greater Manchester.

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Eligible homes across Rochdale could receive free or part-funded home improvements like boiler replacements, solid wall insulation or loft and cavity wall insulation to get ‘toasty’ in time for winter.

Low income families, benefit recipients, older people and families or individuals living in older properties are most likely to benefit from the scheme.

To launch the scheme ‘Mr Toast’ a giant cartoon character in the shape of a piece of toast has been welcoming visitors to Number One Riverside and encouraging people to phone the helpline to find out if they’re eligible.

Residents should ring the Greater Manchester Energy Advice Service on 0800 009 3363 or visit www.getmetoasty.com for more information.

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CHARLIE’S WALK

Over twenty people took part in a nine-mile sponsored walk, along Rochdale Canal, raising over £2000 for Diabetes UK. Local fundraiser Barbara Mottley, organised the event in memory of her late husband Charlie. Barbara is a keen fundraiser for Diabetes UK and has so far raised over £4500 in total - she is hoping to organise a similar fundraising event next year.

GREAT BAKERY COMPETITION RAISES MUCH NEEDED FUNDS

The NSPCC Littleborough District committee

bread classes. The overall winners in each

panel having a very difficult decision in

is celebrating after raising over £500 for the

category were presented with prizes by

choosing the overall winners… I’m delighted the

charity from their ‘Great Bakery Competition’.

Rochdale’s celebrity chef Andrew Nutter.

event was such a success and raised much

Special guests The Mayor and Mayoress of

Deborah Sefton, NSPCC community

Rochdale attended the event, which was held at

fundraising manager said: “The Great Bakery

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Competition was a brilliant day. The standard of

entries across the twelve possible baking and

entries was extremely high, with the judging

needed funds for some of the region’s most vulnerable children and young people.”

JIM’S GRAND EFFORT Jim Kennedy, from Littleborough, recently completed the Prudential Ride London 100 cycle, raising over £1000 for the NSPCC. Jim, a company director and father of two completed the 100 mile cycle from London to Surrey in 5 hours and 29 minutes and commented: “This was the first ride of its kind in the UK and it was a fantastic event to be part of. The sunshine was out, there was a great

atmosphere and I’m really pleased I took part.

The most enjoyable part was coming back into London and heading towards Trafalgar Square with all the crowds cheering on.”

Jim is no stranger to cycling challenges, having recently completed the Marathon of the Dolomites, and also a mountain stage of the Tour De France in the Pyrenees back in 2008.

CHOIR ROCKS ECHO ARENA

Rock Choir members from Oldham, Littleborough, Norden, Hyde and Middleton enjoyed their biggest performance yet, when they joined more than 5,000 fellow 'Rockies' for a unique mega-concert at Echo Arena Liverpool.

One person who will never forget the extraordinary, feel good concert is local Rock Choir Leader Phil Reynolds. Having just sung on stage, love struck Phil went down on knee and proposed to his stunned girlfriend Joanne Gent, who was sitting in the audience. More than 6,500 people held their breath as they waited for her response.

A huge cheer filled the arena when Joanne said yes!

With lots of exciting shows in the pipeline, Phil is on the look out for more local people who love to sing. He commented: "I'm inviting anyone who is interested in joining Rock Choir to come along for a free 90-minute taster session at any of our rehearsals," says Phil. "You don't have to read music and there are no auditions. Just turn up and join in!"

To book a free taster session or to find out more please visit www.rockchoir.com or call Phil on 07798 823824.

HSBC SUPPORT ROCHDALE CHARITY

Lisa O'Shea, Retail Branch Manager of HSBC Rochdale, recently presented Rochdale Child & Family Connect with a cheque for £7795. HSBC held a spectacular 007 themed event earlier this year to support the invaluable work that the charity carry out, in support of children from estranged families. Local MP for Rochdale, Mr Simon Danczuk attended the presentation.

Date for your diary...

St Ann's players next production is 'Dead Man's

Hand', a thriller by Seymour Matthews, directed by Ian Mansfield. It will run from Tues 19th Nov until Friday 22nd Nov 2013 at 7.30pm, in Parish Hall Stann's Church, Brocklebank Road, Rochdale. Call Judith for tickets on 01706 710033, priced £5 adults / £4 concessions.

Young Kandel visitors enjoy delights of Whitworth Thirty-three young people from Whitworth’s twin town of Kandel in Germany recently made a whistle-stop visit to the town. The young people, aged 14 and 15 years, are all students at Kandel’s Realschule (secondary school).

This year, the young people visited Cowm Leisure, off High Barn Lane. John Whittle from Cowm Leisure took the party out in his Land Rover Discovery, going off the beaten track and off road for an exhilarating cross-country experience.

Town Councillor, Jim Mellor commented: “Cowm Leisure is one of Whitworth’s ‘hidden gems’...

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through water and in areas of the landscape that few vehicles have ever been to. Tom and Jack from Cowm Leisure also gave them a fantastic display of their motorbiking skills.” The group then called at the Berni Inn in Facit for their lunch before enjoying a dip in the pool at Whitworth Leisure Centre.

Councillor Mellor said: “The Town Twinning Committee is keen to keep the relationship between Kandel and Whitworth going; the annual visit of these young people can only help to perpetuate the twinning movement between our towns and its always great fun to welcome the young people here.”

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