Rochdale Borough Council

​Rochdale borough has so much to offer families looking for fun, or people wanting to relax on a budget. We have created a list of events, destinations and activities for you that are free or low cost. We'll continue to add items to this page.

• Take part in some of the Rochdale borough events
• See what events are happening in our libraries
• Search for and borrow library items - if you're not already a library member join the library
• Search and read e-magazines and e-Books​ - new books are added every month
• Use a computer for FREE in one of our borough libraries
• Bring your own device and visit one of our libraries to access FREE WiFi - find library locations and opening times
• Take a stroll in our award winning Green Flag parks or visit the countryside
• Access FREE swimming for under 5s
• Get fit with our sports and leisure activities
• See what's available and participate in activities for children and young people
• Find out what's on at Touchstones Rochdale - visit our award winning Arts and Heritage Centre
• Take a tour of Rochdale Town Hall
• Become a volunteer.

Other events and activities across the borough.

Things to know about Rochdale

Read 20 things to know about Rochdale for facts on people, places and attractions in the borough.