Eric Sykes, Dora Bryan, Bernard Cribbins, Cannon and Ball, Syd Little (of Little and Large), Philip Schofield, Anne Kirkbride Michael Atherton, David Platt, Paul Scholes all come from this place that lies just north of Manchester and was originally famed for being the centre of the textile industry. Oldham is today made up of the boroughs of Chadderton, Crompton, Failsworth, Lees, Royton and Saddleworth all of which contributed to the flourishing textile industry of the 18th century. The town can trace its roots back to the 11th century and with few natural resources Oldham was to remain so until the Industrial Revolution. What Oldham did have was high humidity and reserves of coal. It was these assets that encouraged the development of the mills and cotton that was to dramatically change the fortunes of this North West town. The engineers of the time created the canals, railways and roads which made Oldham central to the cotton industry on both sides of the Pennines. In 1887 Oldham alone was responsible for 13% of the world’s production of cotton, Oldham was recognised as the greatest cotton spinning town in the world. Together with the growth in mill building came a demand for more steam engines and engineering in Oldham became an important industry in its own right. The industry continues today but on a much lesser scale, the mid to late 20th century saw a decline in cotton production as the industry moved abroad. This left Oldham with a rich Victorian architecture that is still in evidence today. Despite a reputation for being mainly an industrial area Oldham has at its centre Alexandra Park built in 1865 and covering some 70 acres with boating lake and a pagoda built as an observatory in 1899. There is also the recently opened Gallery Oldham one of the most progressive galleries in the North West with an impressive collection including works by Constable, Turner and Lowry.
Attraction
Saddleworth Museum and Art Gallery
Budget
Travelodge Oldham *book online*
Travelodge Oldham Manchester Street *book online*
Club
Dentist
Noble & Noble
Oasis Dental Surgery
Pritchard & Associate
The Tooth Place
Doctor
Chowdhury Practice
Donald Wilde Medical Centre
Marjory Lees Health Centre
Moorside Medical Centre
St Mary's Medical Centre
Golf Club
Saddleworth Golf Club
Werneth Golf Club
Inn
Market
Tommyfeild Street Market
Tommyfield Market
Pub and Bar
Hare & HoundsWhite Hart Inn
Restaurant
Black Ladd
Bower Hotel
Piri-Piri Grill
Romanos
Toby Carvery
Westwood East
White Hart Inn
Solicitor
Taxi
Theatre
Grange Arts Centre
Oldham
Oldham Coliseum Theatre
Vet
Sports Clubs
Delph and Dobcross CC (Cricket)
Dovestone Sailing Club (Sailing)
Heyside Cricket Club (Cricket)
Mossley CRT (Cycling)
Oldham Athletic Football Club (Football)
Saddleworth CC (Cricket)
Shops
Debenhams
Heavens Sent
Fourseasons Florist
Boots
Boots
Rymans
get connected
Pet Pals Of Uppermill
Village Pets
Gardners Chemist
Macdonald & Rayner
Zutti Co
J D Sports
Carphone Warehouse
BodyShop
Mill Yard Gallery
Millyard Gallery
Brush Strokes
PC World
Wickes
Peacocks
Gamestation
B&Q
Specsavers
Disney Store
T K Maxx
Cake Heaven
J J B Sports
Places to Stay near Oldham
Travelodge Oldham Manchester Street (0.58 miles)
If you're looking for great value accommodation close to Manchester city centre and the attractions of its surrounding area, the Travelodge Oldham Manchester Street is a great choice. This Travelodge is located just 6 miles ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Oldham Central (1.07 miles)
Travelodge Oldham Chadderton Hotel (1.48 miles)
Set in a peaceful spot just outside the town centre, the Oldham Chadderton Hotel is the perfect option for families looking for a quiet place from which to base their stay. This is one of ... More | visit websiteTravelodge Oldham (1.97 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Hotel Smokies Park (2.15 miles)
Offering style, comfort and modern facilities for both business and leisure visitors, this hotel is just minutes from the M60. Best Western Hotel Smokies Park is one of the highest rated 3-star ... More
The Bower (2.16 miles)
The Bower is ideally located for business and leisure in and around Manchester city center. The hotel is only 4 miles from the city centre, 15 minutes from the airport and easily located from J21 ... More | visit website
Bower Hotel (2.16 miles)
Built in the Victorian era by one the area's most famous families, the Swallow Bower Hotel is well located for exploring the region's towns and countryside. Over the years the hotel's original character has been ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Oldham (Broadway) (2.26 miles)
Oak House BB (2.65 miles)
Situated in the centre of Shaw, a small town on the outskirts of Oldham, this detached, stone house provides comfortable accommodation within easy reach of all local amenities. Lying on the River ... More
White Hart Inn (3.16 miles)
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