Creativity starts here
Welcome to Rochdale Creates!
Your central hub for the creative community in Rochdale borough.
Rochdale is proud to be the Greater Manchester Town of Culture for 2025/26, and Rochdale Creates is at the heart of this exciting journey.
Rochdale Creates is THE go-to platform for makers, writers, filmmakers, designers, musicians, artists, photographers, and tech wizards in Rochdale Borough. Whether you’re a professional, hobbyist, or student, from Rochdale North to the Pennines, this is your hub for creativity!
Find venues to showcase your work, connect with creatives, access new skills, or secure funding for your next project – all on Rochdale Creates.
Together, let’s champion creativity as a catalyst for change, transforming our regioninto a vibrant, prosperous place to live and work.
Creating Growth
What's on
Discover the vibrant community of Rochdale, Heywood, Middleton and the Pennines with our roundup of exciting events and activities happening around the borough. From cultural festivals to community gatherings, there's something for everyone.
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Apr
Apr
Town of Culture Outdoor Gallery
A vibrant collection of art on Drake Street from residents and students across Rochdale borough
Free
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17
May
May
HERDS: Puppet Building Workshops
Workshops creating life-sized puppet animals for THE HERDS as part of MIF25
Free
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27
May
May
THE HERDS Half-term Family Workshops
Create a puppet animal of your very own led by professional artists
Free
Learn MoreWe believe in the power of creativity. As an unstoppable force, and as an outlet for meaningful change.
Explore our database of creatives
Directory
Rochdale is brimming with creative talent - and this is where you can find it! Browse our directory to find your next collaborator and explore the breadth of talent in the borough. After all, it’s through collaboration and connection that ideas really do become limitless…
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Greater Manchester
Ellie Waters
Documentary photographer from Rochdale, Greater Manchester.
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Greater Manchester
ALL ACROSS THE ARTS
A multi-media community group championing the creative arts and artists to promote mental health wellbeing in individuals and communities.
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Featured
Heywood
Cartwheel Arts
Cartwheel Arts co-creates inclusive artistic opportunities that enhance wellbeing & celebrate culture & heritage.
Learn MoreIntroducing our diverse networks
Networks
Connect with like-minded individuals in both formal and informal settings, collaborate on exciting projects, and receive the support you need to bring your artistic visions to life.
Create Rochdale
A network of local organisations and individuals representing education, youth, and arts.
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Cultural Compact
Our strategic network, working together in a sociocratic way to shape Rochdale's creative future
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Culture Co-Op
A network of local residents & communities, artists and cultural organisations across Rochdale borough.
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Rochdale Borough Culture Network
Empowering local artists and organisations with development and peer learning.
Learn MoreRochdale is brimming with creative talent. We think it’s time to bring it into the spotlight.
Spaces for New Ideas
Spaces
Meet great faces in great spaces through Rochdale Creates! We will help you find the location you need that’s perfect for your event or creative project.
Creating Headlines
Latest news
Here, you can discover the latest news and views about creative activities, events, projects, gatherings, and more.
20
May
May
Rochdale reveals more Greater Manchester Town of Culture plans
Mayor Andy Burnham visited Rochdale as Town of Culture plans were revealed during an event at the town hall.
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20
May
May
First poet laureate appointed for Rochdale
Multi award-winning poet Sammy Weaver has been appointed as Rochdale’s first ever poet laureate.
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