Homepage – Rochdale Borough Council

Get help with the cost of living

The cost of living crisis is putting more pressure on household budgets. Find out what you can claim, how to apply and where to go for advice.

View cost of living help

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Flu jabs

Flu jabs are offered every year through the NHS to help protect people at risk of getting seriously ill from flu. Find out if you're eligible for a flu jab, how to get one and where.

More information on flu jabs

A young man receiving a vaccination from a nurse.

Gritting, salt and winter services

View gritting routes, information on staying well in cold weather and more.

More on gritting, salt and winter services

A row of gritting lorries parked outside the Princess Road depot.

Get rid of large unwanted items

If you're looking to dispose of unwanted household items such as beds, mattresses, fridges and furniture, we offer a bulky waste collection service from domestic properties within the borough.

How to get rid of bulky waste

A couple unloading a mattress from a truck.

Bowlee Car Boot Sale and Market

Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays between 5 April 2026 and 11 October 2026. There's a huge range of goods available at one of Greater Manchester's most popular outdoor car boot events.