RECOMMENDED

Warm Welcome Space at Rochdale Pioneers Museum (February 22)

A warm space, free hot and cold drinks and snacks, with activities for adults and children. Friendly, welcoming faces, no need to book, just turn up.

Cost: Free. Time: 11am - 3pm. Phone: Fanny Reiter 01706 524920. Address: Rochdale Pioneers Museum, 31 Toad Lane, Rochdale OL12 0NU.

Visit: https://www.co-operativeheritage. coop/event/warm-welcome-space

Castleton Literary and Scientific Society (February 23)

Writers on Tap - a creative writing group performance.

Cost: Annual membership £25; visitors welcome £3 per meeting. Time: 7pm. Phone: Barry Hobson 07724 135099. Address: Castleton Community Centre, Manchester Road, Castleton OL11 3AF.

Visit: http://castletonlitsci.wixsite.com/ caslitandsci/programme

Ace Lips Events: Comedy Show at the Old

Court Room with Tom Wrigglesworth (February 23)

Another fantastic line-up sees some of the very best on the circuit here in Rochdale.

Catherine Young has made a big impact on the comedy circuit. She is rapidly emerging as one of the most sought-after comedians from the northeast region.

Howard Walker is a highly skilled and adaptable comedian known for his quick wit, charismatic stage presence, and sharp sense of humour.

Kevin Finn is a versatile comedian renowned for his dynamic and engaging stage presence. Hailing from Ontario, Canada, Kevin has captivated audiences worldwide with his enthralling narratives, flawless mastery of various dialects and regional accents, as well as his melodic tunes.

Tom Wrigglesworth’s sell-out show, ‘Tom Wrigglesworth’s Open Return Letter to Richard Branson’, bagged him the Chortle Award for Best Show 2010, and a nomination for the main

Edinburgh Festival Comedy gong.

He recently clinched a deal for his own Radio 4 series, Tom Wrigglesworth’s Open Letters, tackling consumer affairs in his own hilarious way.

Time: 6.30pm. Phone: Richard Attwood 07720 849866. Address: The Old Court Room, Flying Horse Hotel, 37 Packer Street, Rochdale OL16 1NJ.

Visit: https://www.acelipsevents.co.uk/ event-details/old-court-room-comedy-night

Visit Fireground Museum (February 22-24) Join us at Fireground this week to discover Greater Manchester’s firefighting story. Fire museum attractions are on show inside the museum including our collection of historic firefighting artefacts from the 18th century to present day, plus home-made refreshments in the Fireground Cafe, and souvenirs from our fantastic gift shop. We have a wide choice ranging from toddler to collector.

Cost: Under 4s are free, Children (aged 4-15)

and Concessions £5, Adults £7, and Family (4 people) £20. Time: Phone: Fireground 01706 341219. Address: Fireground, Maclure Road, Rochdale OL11 1DN.

Visit: https://www.fireground.org.uk/

Fleetwood Mac Legacy (February 23-24) Go Your Own Way is a brand-new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac. Their rock n roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences on a powerful journey through their incredible song book.

Call the Box Office on 0300 303 8633.

Cost: Tickets from £25.50. Time: 7.30pm. Address: Middleton Arena, Lcpl Joel Halliwell VC Way, Middleton M24 1AG.

Visit: https://www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk/ whats-on/events/fleetwood-mac-legacy-2/

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