ENJOY an evening of songs and stories from the British Isles spanning the last three centuries at the special concert in Delph. Ian F Ball…
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Northern Soul to be brought to life at Millgate
MILLGATE Arts Centre is set to transport audiences back to the electrifying heart of 1970s Northern Soul when Once Upon a Time in Wigan takes…
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Saddleworth hotel steals the spotlight in Coronation Street appearance
A Saddleworth hotel has found itself firmly in the national spotlight after appearing on Coronation Street – and locals couldn’t believe their eyes. The Saddleworth…
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Saddleworth’s Famous Comedy Club Will Continue to Thrive Long into the Future
Saddleworth has a lot of things to be proud of, but the Off The Rails Comedy Club is arguably a crowning jewel. Indeed, there are…
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Contemporary take on ‘Hamlet’ comes to Delph screen
A CONTEMPORARY take on William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy ‘Hamlet’ comes to Delph thanks to National Theatre Live. The film recording of the live National Theatre…
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Hospice Christmas concert raises the roof
OLDHAM Parish Church was filled with festive music as Dr Kershaw’s Hospice staged its annual Christmas concert. There was a strong turnout for the evening…
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‘Read between deadlines’ – my top book recommendations from 2025
If there’s one thing I’ve been reminded of this year, it’s that reading is far from a dying art. If anything, it’s thriving, just in…
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Morris Men close season for 50th year with Lordsmere Longsword dance
Saddleworth Morris Men are seeing out the year in style as they step out for their annual Lordsmere Longsword dance. The side will pull on…
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Gallery Oldham celebrates women at work in powerful new exhibition
A powerful new exhibition at Gallery Oldham is celebrating the contribution of women across a wide range of trades and professions, challenging traditional ideas of…
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New tractor run on track after popular parade cancelled
LOCALS left disappointed by the cancellation of the popular Christmas Eve Tractor Run have a special festive treat in store – as a new one…
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Snow White proves a festive triumph at Bradford’s Alhambra
Ian Cheeseman finds laughter, nostalgia and standout comic brilliance in Bradford Alhambra’s joyful pantomime Snow White. In an era when youth and social media can…
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French film brings heart-warming comedy-drama to Delph
A WAYWARD teen finding his purpose will tug at the heart strings as ‘Holy Cow’ comes to the big screen in Delph. Saddleworth Film Society…
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Enjoy festive sounds as Friezland Brass Band brings Christmas concert to Uppermill
ENJOY a Christmas Concert with Friezland Brass Band on Sunday, December 21. All are welcome to the event at Uppermill Conservative Club, on the village…
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Whit Friday brass band competition becomes Christmas cracker
THE GREATEST free show on Earth is getting a festive twist. Saddleworth has long been home to the legendary Whit Friday Brass Band Contest, which…
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Colourful creations for Uppermill Advent bring festive cheer
COLOURFUL and creative window displays are bringing festive cheer as ‘Uppermill Advent’ returns. The initiative sees a different home, business or attraction reveal an eye-catching…
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Saddleworth Group of Artists brings Museum to life with Winter Exhibition
AN EYE-CATCHING array of work will be on display as Saddleworth Group of Artists presents its Winter 2025 Exhibition. The exhibition runs from Saturday, December…
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A tale of two Pantos: Saddleworth and Stockport dazzle local audiences
Two very different festive productions — Hansel & Gretel in Delph and Aladdin in Stockport — prove just how magical a first taste of live…
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Singing in the Rain dazzles at Manchester’s Royal Exchange
The Royal Exchange in Manchester is a wonderful place to watch theatre, but as I ventured out into the damp evening to see one of…
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Festive family entertainment at Oldham Choral Society’s Christmas Concert
THERE will be festive entertainment for all generations as Oldham Choral Society’s annual Family Christmas Concert returns. All are warmly invited to this year’s event…
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Uppermill Stage Society presents festive show ‘A Christmas Cracker’
ENJOY an evening of music and merriment as Uppermill Stage Society presents ‘A Christmas Cracker’. The event takes place on Friday, December 5, starting at…
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Christmas cheer to spread across Lees, Springhead and Grotton
FESTIVE cheer is coming to Lees, Springhead and Grotton with a host of Christmas events and fundraising. Grab some gifts and do some festive shopping…
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Saddleworth Santa Dash sets target of 3,000 runners in biggest event yet
A SEA of red suits will be back on the streets of Saddleworth as the popular annual Santa Dash returns. Event organisers Saddleworth Round Table…
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Festive fun and Christmas shopping at Uppermill’s winter fair
MEET Santa as well as do some Christmas shopping at a Winter Fair at Uppermill Cricket Club. The event will be held on Saturday, December…
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Saddleworth choirs unite for festive ‘Celebrate Christmas’ concert in Uppermill
ENJOY a musical afternoon as Saddleworth’s talented choirs and groups come together for a special ‘Celebrate Christmas’ concert. The event takes place for the first…
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Greenfield dog club hosts Christmas fair with Santa and 35+ stalls
THERE will be festive fun for all the family – and your four-legged friends – at a Christmas Fair in Greenfield. The event will take…
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Take flight with Uppermill Band’s ‘The Snowman’
TAKE flight with Uppermill Band this Christmas as they offer live music alongside popular film ‘The Snowman’. The special Christmas event will see the popular…
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Oldham Council rolls out festive Saturdays in town centre
Oldham Council is kicking off a season of free family fun in the town centre this winter with its new “Festive Saturdays” programme. The series…
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Inside the Egyptian Room Food Hall- Just 10 minutes from Saddleworth
A new food hall has opened near Saddleworth and is just a ten-minute drive from the area. The Egyptian Room opened up in Oldham’s Old…
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Saddleworth Panto returns with Hansel & Gretel
THE Saddleworth Panto is back for 2025 with its seventh production – Hansel & Gretel at Millgate Arts Centre. Running from December 6 through to…
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Saddleworth to shine with Christmas cheer at switch-on events
SADDLEWORTH villages are set to come alight with Christmas cheer and festivities as they host various switch-on events. All are welcome to join in the…
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Community invited to Christmas Fayre at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
FAMILIES are set for an afternoon of festive fun and entertainment this weekend when Dr Kershaw’s Hospice hosts its annual Christmas Fayre. The hospice grounds…
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Saddleworth Players deliver a knockout with Nell Gwynn
The Saddleworth Players have delivered a real treat with their latest show, Nell Gwynn, now playing at the Millgate Arts Centre in Delph. This lively…
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Saddleworth to shine with festive cheer for Illuminations competition
SADDLEWORTH’S homes, shops and businesses will shine brightly with festive cheer as the community’s Christmas Illuminations Competition returns. The popular annual event is run by…
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Oldham is a calendar star – for its bins!
PART OF everyday Saddleworth life is before immortalised in a new calendar. And there is nothing rubbish about the brough’ bins raking the spotlight. The…
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