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The gates are open for blooming alleyways
Wednesday, 29 June 2022
Children’s champion hopefuls launch election campaigns
Tuesday, 28 June 2022
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Rochdale Car Boot Sale and Market
3 April 2022–14 August 2022
Rochdale Feel Good Festival Family Comedy Show
Friday, 12 August 2022
Rochdale Feel Good Festival
Saturday, 13 August 2022

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