Creativity starts here
Welcome to Rochdale Creates!
Your central hub for the creative community in Rochdale borough.
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 region into 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.
05
Oct
Oct
Inside Odds On
Runs 5th - 19th October. Step into a unique, thought-provoking pop-up experience.
Free
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07
Oct
Oct
Fireflies
Every Monday until 18th November. Learn to spin fire and perform at Ignite Fire Festival!
Free
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02
Nov
Nov
M6 Presents A Tiger's Tale
M6 Theatre presents a fantastical production by the award winning playwright Mike Kenny
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…
Featured
Rochdale
Creative Hive Collective
A small artist collective running creative socials and workshops in Rochdale.
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Featured
Rochdale borough–wide
Breaking Barriers
Breaking Barriers is a multi-disciplinary production company that creates exceptional films, theatrical productions, binaural audio pieces and outdoor walking...
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Featured
Pennines
Ebor Studio
We are a collective of professional creatives who value inspiration through community, development through sharing, and pursuing creative belonging
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.
16
Oct
Oct
The FestiDale - Participants Review
We invited The Royal Exchange's Media and Communications Manager, Caitlin Plimmer, to write all about this year's FestiDale.
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16
Oct
Oct
Guide: How to make a directory listing on our website
Create a directory listing to submit your opportunities, news, events and spaces on Rochdale Creates! Here’s how:
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16
Oct
Oct
Take over Toad Lane
An opportunity to use our building as part of the UN International Year of Co-operatives 2025.
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