GREENFIELD’S Frank Rothwell is putting on his dancing shoes to raise vital funds for a hospice.
The owner of Oldham Athletic will be one of 16 people competing in the Dr Kershaw’s Strictly competition on Friday, February 28 from 7pm.
And even though he has rowed the Atlantic Ocean solo on two occasions, he has entered the competition “to show my kids there is still something in the old dog.”

The musicals-themed event at Oldham’s Queen Elizabeth Hall will raise much-needed funds Dr Kershaw’s, on Turf Lane in Royton.
Eight couples will compete in front of a live audience and a panel of judges in the hope of being crowned Dr Kershaw’s Strictly Glitterball Champion.
Frank, who will be partnered by Amanda Cunningham, has played a huge role in the hospice’s fundraising success over the years, including serving as a judge on their Junior Dragons’ Den panel.
His fellow contestants include people whose family members or loved ones have received care at the hospice, and those living with serious health conditions.
Development manager and Bay City Rollers fan Shirley Elliott is currently battling cancer, after losing her sister to the illness.
Shirley said she is looking forward to honouring her memory and learning how to dance, adding: “I wanted to do this for myself and my sister.”
In 2024, the event raised an incredible £26,000 for patients and their families.
This year, Dr Kershaw’s Hospice hopes to raise even more to support patients across Oldham and beyond – it is also inviting local businesses to donate auction prizes.
Alice Entwistle, fundraising events lead, said: “We are so grateful to the Oldham community for getting behind our Strictly event – especially our sponsors, Landlord Furniture Company and Grains Bar Hotel.
“While tickets have now sold out, there are so many ways to get involved.
“You can sponsor our individual dancers through our JustGiving page, and we’ll be sharing all of their stories and behind-the-scenes updates on our social media channels.
“Plus we’re inviting local businesses to donate to our raffle and auction prizes – this could be anything from experience days to gift cards and services.
“Your help could make a huge difference!”
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