COMMUNITY-SPIRITED volunteers are invited to get involved with the running of Dobcross’s Whit Friday events. The Dobcross Whit Friday United Effort’s committee has filled its…
View More Community-spirited volunteers wanted to help run Dobcross Whit Friday eventsAuthor: Aimee Belmore
Timings for the Christmas Eve tractor run through Saddleworth
AN EYE-CATCHING trail of tractors of all colours, sizes and covered in festive decorations will take part in a charity event on Christmas Eve. The…
View More Timings for the Christmas Eve tractor run through SaddleworthSaddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog unveils exciting taster event
PULL on your dancing shoes and keep a historic tradition alive by joining the newly-formed Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog team. The team will be…
View More Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog unveils exciting taster eventSanta brings Christmas cheer to Denshaw switch-on
SPECIAL guest Santa helped switch on the Christmas tree lights at Denshaw and bring festive cheer to the village. Locals gathered at the tree, which…
View More Santa brings Christmas cheer to Denshaw switch-onLees Christmas Market brings festive fun and treats
THERE was festive fun and shopping as a host of local stalls showcased their wares at Lees Christmas Market and St Edward’s Christmas Fair. Visitors…
View More Lees Christmas Market brings festive fun and treatsAdvent Hunt brings festive fun to Lees and Grotton
BUSINESSES across Lees and Grotton are bringing Christmas cheer by decorating their windows with festive displays – and you could win a prize for finding…
View More Advent Hunt brings festive fun to Lees and GrottonGreenfield glows with Christmas spirit at tree switch-on
A SPRINKLING of snow, carols and festive refreshments all ensured there was plenty of Christmas spirit at Greenfield’s tree lights switch-on. The event saw locals…
View More Greenfield glows with Christmas spirit at tree switch-onLees lit up with Christmas cheer
LEES is shining bright with festive cheer after switching on their Christmas tree lights to kick off the festive period. Locals of all ages gathered…
View More Lees lit up with Christmas cheer25-mile walk and 24-hour row tackled by fundraiser Sarah
A 25-mile walk over 10 hours was the latest challenge for determined fundraiser Sarah Tate – and she is already gearing up to tackle a…
View More 25-mile walk and 24-hour row tackled by fundraiser SarahRoad closures in place for Saddleworth’s Santa Dash
Uppermill High Street will be closed on Saturday, December 2 between 1.55pm and 6pm for this year’s Santa Dash and Winter Wonderland. Organisers Saddleworth Round…
View More Road closures in place for Saddleworth’s Santa DashMaggie’s Oldham raise £83,000 for cancer patients at annual Orange Ball
Photos – credit Darren Robinson Photography and Fitchett’s photography A DINNER and evening of entertainment was enjoyed by 520 guests as this year’s Maggie’s Oldham…
View More Maggie’s Oldham raise £83,000 for cancer patients at annual Orange BallFestive fun and shopping comes to Lees
BRING along your family and friends for some festive fun and shopping at Lees Christmas Market and St Edward’s Christmas Fair on Sunday, November 26.…
View More Festive fun and shopping comes to LeesRound Table seeks marshals for popular Santa Dash
ENTHUSIASTIC marshals are needed for Saddleworth Round Table’s popular Santa Dash event. The organisers are appealing for an additional 10 marshals to join their ranks…
View More Round Table seeks marshals for popular Santa DashDeputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester gives inspiring talk to 91 Club
AN INSPIRING talk was given by Darren Clarke, a senior officer of St John Ambulance and Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester, at the recent 91…
View More Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester gives inspiring talk to 91 ClubDr Kershaw’s kicks off Christmas events in aid of patient care
A CHRISTMAS Fayre hosted by DR Kershaw’s Hospice was enjoyed by almost 600 poeple as well as raising almost £6,000 for patient care. And they…
View More Dr Kershaw’s kicks off Christmas events in aid of patient careSaddleworth Ladies Lifeboat Guild events raise vital funds for RNLI
FROM coffee mornings and a tapas evening to their popular annual quiz night, Saddleworth Ladies Lifeboat Guild is raising vital funds for the RNLI with…
View More Saddleworth Ladies Lifeboat Guild events raise vital funds for RNLIRotary Clubs provide Christmas Magic at Mahdlo Youth Zone
CHRISTMAS parties will be enjoyed by Mahdlo Youth Zone thanks to funds raised at this year’s Saddleworth Show and Wellifest. The Rotary Clubs of Oldham…
View More Rotary Clubs provide Christmas Magic at Mahdlo Youth ZoneMuseum’s 2023 calendar captures old Saddleworth
TWELVE iconic photos from old Saddleworth are included in a 2023 calendar launched by Saddleworth Museum. It is created in A4 size by the museum’s…
View More Museum’s 2023 calendar captures old SaddleworthSaddleworth Group of Artists put on eye-catching Winter Exhibition
AN eye-catching array of work will be on display as the Saddleworth Group of Artists hosts its Winter Exhibition. The exhibition, at Saddleworth Museum in…
View More Saddleworth Group of Artists put on eye-catching Winter ExhibitionCharity theatre night raises money for Mahdlo
A CAST of two took to the stage in Delph for a special charity night, raising £750 for Mahdlo Youth Zone. For several years Saddleworth…
View More Charity theatre night raises money for MahdloPeg Loomer keeps traditional craft alive in Saddleworth
NATIONAL Wool Week saw farmers and makers across the UK showcase the traditional resource and an array of creative items. Here in Saddleworth, Sophie Heywood…
View More Peg Loomer keeps traditional craft alive in SaddleworthSaddleworth Singers bring festive Christmas Concert to Christ Church Friezland
SADDLEWORTH Singers are busy rehearsing to make sure they will be in fine voice for their Christmas Concert. The concert will be held at Christ…
View More Saddleworth Singers bring festive Christmas Concert to Christ Church FriezlandSing to the Lord at Gospel Music Night in Uppermill
ALL are welcome to sing out loud at a Gospel Music Night at Uppermill Civic Hall on Sunday, December 4. The ‘Sing to the Lord’…
View More Sing to the Lord at Gospel Music Night in UppermillFestive fun as Dovestone WI’s Christmas Markets return
THERE will be festive fun and treats as Dovestone Women’s Institute’s Christmas Markets return to Saddleworth Rangers Rugby Club in Greenfield on Sunday, December 4.…
View More Festive fun as Dovestone WI’s Christmas Markets returnFairey Band brings Christmas Cracker concert to Uppermill
A CHRISTMAS Cracker of a brass band concert is coming to Uppermill this festive season. The Fairey Band will take to the stage at the…
View More Fairey Band brings Christmas Cracker concert to UppermillMake dedication for Dr Kershaw’s Light Up a Life Service
DR Kershaw’s Hospice is welcoming the community to remember their loved ones at its annual Light Up a Life service, taking place virtually and in-person…
View More Make dedication for Dr Kershaw’s Light Up a Life ServiceAllow your hearts to be stolen this winter at Lyceum Theatre
SNUGGLE up in the warmth of Lyceum Theatre Oldham to watch a play about lost romance and yearning this winter. Ladies In Lavender, written by…
View More Allow your hearts to be stolen this winter at Lyceum TheatreBespoke service for the “Perfect” Mortgage experience
CHOOSING the right mortgage or financial protection can be a daunting process – so that’s why experienced adviser Natalia Barry offers a bespoke service to…
View More Bespoke service for the “Perfect” Mortgage experienceFestive fundraising for local Hospice this Christmas
DR Kershaw’s Hospice has launched a range of festive fundraisers for the community to take part in at home, school or workplace to support care…
View More Festive fundraising for local Hospice this ChristmasOldham Expo is business boost
BUSINESSES from across the borough and beyond came together to network, showcase their products and services, and meet customers at the Oldham Expo. The one-day…
View More Oldham Expo is business boostOldham Foodbank launches Christmas Appeal for donations
A CHRISTMAS Appeal has been launched by Oldham Foodbank for donations as more people than ever look for support. As times get even harder for…
View More Oldham Foodbank launches Christmas Appeal for donations91 Club of Saddleworth hosts entertaining talk about Cunard Line
THERE was an informative and entertaining talk on the history of the Cunard Line at the latest meeting of the 91 Club of Saddleworth. The…
View More 91 Club of Saddleworth hosts entertaining talk about Cunard LineFirst anniversary celebrations for In My Shoes
A SPECIAL celebration evening was held to mark the first birthday of inclusive theatre group In My Shoes. The group, run by drama facilitator Emily…
View More First anniversary celebrations for In My ShoesLate Queen’s living legacy honour for Mahdlo
MAHDLO Youth Zone is the only charity in Oldham to receive royal recognition following the Platinum Jubilee of the late Queen Elizabeth ll. Mahdlo has…
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