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Plans submitted for Coliseum's new home

Plans have now been submitted for Oldham's new £24m theatre; set to be a new home for the Coliseum at the heart of the town's new cultural quarter.

The plans are for a modern and accessible theatre, suitable for modern audiences while in keeping with Oldham's proud history.

The theatre is set to be created in the historic Friends Meeting House and former Post Office, close to Gallery Oldham, the Old Library, the new home for Oldham Theatre Workshop and the site soon set to be Oldham's new outdoor arts and performance space.

Plans include a main auditorium seating more than 300 people, a 120-seat studio theatre, an education suite, and all-day café bar areas, which can also be used as additional performance spaces.

Find out more about the new [Coliseum.]([link removed]) 

Plans submitted for Coliseum's new home

 

Plans have now been submitted for Oldham's new £24m theatre; set to be a new home for the Coliseum at the heart of the town's new cultural quarter.

 

The plans are for a modern and accessible theatre, suitable for modern audiences while in keeping with Oldham's proud history.

 

The theatre is set to be created in the historic Friends Meeting House and former Post Office, close to Gallery Oldham, the Old Library, the new home for Oldham Theatre Workshop and the site soon set to be Oldham's new outdoor arts and performance space.

 

Plans include a main auditorium seating more than 300 people, a 120-seat studio theatre, an education suite, and all-day café bar areas, which can also be used as additional performance spaces.

 

Find out more about the new [Coliseum.]([link removed]) 

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Oldham gears up for Tour of Britain

 

It's finally happening! After weeks of excitement, get ready for the Tour of Britain this weekend! 

 

People are set to line the streets on Sunday 3 September to watch more than 100 of the world’s top professional cyclists make their way through Saddleworth, Shaw and Crompton. 

 

Working in tandem with the Tour of Britain organisers, Oldham Council is supporting local activities in High Crompton Park and Shaw's George Street Skate Park which residents can enjoy for free during the day, including lots of crafts and activities for all the family. 

 

A competition to reward the best-decorated homes and businesses along the main route has also been organised by the council. 

 

Decorations must tie in with the theme and spirit of the race in order to take part - so plenty of reds, whites, and blues should be on show - and to enter you must complete an online form on the council's website[here]([link removed])before Monday 4 September. The winning business and homeowner will both receive a voucher worth £100. So let's get creative!

 

It's going to be a great event, we can't wait to see you there! Make sure you take plenty of photographs and we'll share them on our social media!

 

More information on [Tour of Britain.]([link removed])

Oldham gears up for Tour of Britain

It's finally happening! After weeks of excitement, get ready for the Tour of Britain this weekend! 

People are set to line the streets on Sunday 3 September to watch more than 100 of the world’s top professional cyclists make their way through Saddleworth, Shaw and Crompton. 

Working in tandem with the Tour of Britain organisers, Oldham Council is supporting local activities in High Crompton Park and Shaw's George Street Skate Park which residents can enjoy for free during the day, including lots of crafts and activities for all the family. 

A competition to reward the best-decorated homes and businesses along the main route has also been organised by the council. 

Decorations must tie in with the theme and spirit of the race in order to take part - so plenty of reds, whites, and blues should be on show - and to enter you must complete an online form on the council's website[here]([link removed])before Monday 4 September. The winning business and homeowner will both receive a voucher worth £100. So lets get creative!

It's going to be a great event, we can't wait to see you there! Make sure you take plenty of photographs and we'll share them on our social media!

More information on [Tour of Britain.]([link removed])

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Back to School: Important Information

 

As the summer holidays draw to a close, schools are preparing to reopen this week. To ensure a smooth transition for your child back to the classroom, here are some key details you need to know:

 

Return Dates for Your Child's School

 

The reopening dates can vary depending on the school. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit your child's school website. Remember, it's vital for your child to attend during the first week of term.

 

Preparing your child for school after the summer break can be a busy time. If you're worried about the expenses, here's some useful information that might help:

 

School Uniforms

 

Many schools offer a uniform scheme to help with costs. If new uniforms are a strain on your budget, don't worry. Schools often have second-hand uniform items in good condition that you can get.

 

School Meals

 

If your child attends a state-funded school, you might be eligible for free school meals. It's worth checking if you qualify. For more details and to determine eligibility, you can visit: [School Meals Eligibility.]([link removed]) 

 

Important notice 

 

You may have seen in the news yesterday that the Government has told schools in England that buildings with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) must be closed.

 

We're happy to confirm that there have been no buildings found in Oldham Council schools made with this material.

We have also been in contact with the DfE and they have said they would inform us if any faith schools are found to have RAAC. They have not told us that there are any. 

 

We hope your child has an excellent start to the new term, if you need any further information, check our [Back to School section.]([link removed])  

Back to School: Important Information

As the summer holidays draw to a close, schools are preparing to reopen this week. To ensure a smooth transition for your child back to the classroom, here are some key details you need to know:

Return Dates for Your Child's School

The reopening dates can vary depending on the school. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit your child's school website. Remember, it's vital for your child to attend during the first week of term.

Preparing your child for school after the summer break can be a busy time. If you're worried about the expenses, here's some useful information that might help:

School Uniforms

Many schools offer a uniform scheme to help with costs. If new uniforms are a strain on your budget, don't worry. Schools often have second-hand uniform items in good condition that you can get.

School Meals

If your child attends a state-funded school, you might be eligible for free school meals. It's worth checking if you qualify. For more details and to determine eligibility, you can visit: [School Meals Eligibility.]([link removed]) 

Important notice 

You may have seen in the news yesterday that the Government has told schools in England that buildings with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) must be closed.

We're happy to confirm that there have been no buildings found in Oldham Council schools made with this material.

We have also been in contact with the DfE and they have said they would inform us if any faith schools are found to have RAAC. They have not told us that there are any. 

We hope your child has an excellent start to the new term, if you need any further information, check our [Back to School section.]([link removed])

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Sign up to the Oldham Halloween Half?
 
Oldham's half marathon, one of the toughest 13.1-mile races in the UK, returns this Halloween after more than three years away.
 
More than 200 runners have already signed up to take part in the challenge, with the course’s hilly terrain promising to get pulses racing throughout.
 
The route may be gruesome, but it revels in spectacular scenery and the atmosphere is set to be electric – it's an event not to be missed.

So, if you are looking for a new running challenge, you want to raise money for charity, or you’re looking to compete just for fun, [sign-up today and take part]([link removed])

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