Things to Do in Rochdale

Clay And Glaze

Unleash your creativity at this hands-on pottery studio where visitors of all ages can design and paint their own ceramic masterpieces. Free parking available with accessible spaces.

Adventure Golf

Putt & Play Rochdale

Tee off at this wheelchair and pushchair-friendly riverside mini golf venue, where families can enjoy accessible crazy golf alongside refreshments and arcade games for a complete day out.

Museums & Galleries

Touchstones Museum and Gallery

Discover interactive exhibits and fascinating displays at this welcoming Rochdale venue, where families can explore art and local history with wheelchair access, onsite dining and nearby parking.

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Rochdale

Catch the latest blockbusters across nine big screens at this Sandbrook Way cinema, offering snacks, accessible facilities and nearby parking for memorable family movie outings.

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin Rochdale

Bowl a perfect game at this modern entertainment venue offering computerised ten-pin lanes, thrilling laser quest battles, arcade fun, plus an onsite restaurant for refuelling between activities.

Ice & Roller Skating

Roller City Rochdale

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned skater, Roller City Rochdale on Platting Lane offers fun-filled skating sessions for everyone, complete with exciting disco nights and roller derby action.

Railways & Transport

Springfield Park Model Railway

Take a ride on this charming miniature railway running every Sunday, set within parkland featuring a children's play area and pond, with onsite parking and toilet facilities available.

Indoor Soft Play

Planet Play

Young adventurers can burn off energy at this Heywood soft play centre, where pushchairs are welcome throughout though families should note limited facilities for babies and wheelchair users.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Hollingworth Lake Activity Centre

Enjoy lakeside adventures at this welcoming Littleborough centre with parking, accessible facilities, and picnic-friendly grounds perfect for active family days out exploring the water.

Lakes & Reservoirs

Hollingworth Lake Country Park and Visitor Centre

This scenic lakeside country park on Rakewood Road welcomes families year-round with events at its Visitor Centre, plus parking, toilets, an onsite restaurant and lovely picnic spots.

Parks & Play Areas

Tandle Hill Country Park

This 48-hectare Royton parkland offers families woodland trails, open grasslands and wildlife spotting opportunities, complete with a play area, café serving snacks, and full facilities including accessible toilets.

Live Events & Concerts

Gandeys Circus

Experience spectacular big-top entertainment with thrilling acrobats, daring performers and family-friendly shows at this traditional circus, conveniently located at Trafford Centre with full wheelchair and pushchair access.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Huntfun Manchester

Explore Manchester's landmarks through an engaging treasure hunt that challenges families to crack clues as they navigate the city streets, starting from the historic Cathedral.

Adventure & Activity Centres

Little Play Town Heywood

Young children can explore themed play zones and imaginative role-play areas at this indoor activity centre, complete with refreshments and baby-changing facilities for family convenience.

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

The Star Tree Studio

Let your children explore their artistic side through imaginative pottery and craft workshops at this welcoming Littleborough studio, where getting hands-on and messy is all part of the creative fun.

Indoor Soft Play

Sparkles Play Centre

This Royton soft play venue keeps energetic youngsters entertained with an onsite restaurant for refreshments, though families should note the lack of accessible facilities and baby-changing areas.

Climbing & Bouldering

Summit Up Climbing

Scale new heights at this family-friendly climbing centre on Egerton Street, featuring full accessibility, onsite dining and facilities for all ages including baby changing areas.

Farm Parks

Lancaster Park & Animal Farm

Meet friendly farm residents from fluffy rabbits to horses at this welcoming Chadderton animal attraction, where families can enjoy hands-on encounters and bring along a picnic for a fun day out.

Indoor Soft Play

Play Oldham

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue features an onsite restaurant and baby changing facilities, with free parking available at the Laurel Trading Estate location.

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Js Play and Party Centre

An energetic indoor play venue at Melbourne Commercial Centre featuring climbing frames and slides for active kids, plus an onsite restaurant serving refreshments for hungry families.