Top cyclists from around the world will be racing through Oldham
Get ready as Oldham hosts the Tour of Britain Women 2024 on Sunday 9 June 2024.
Residents are invited to line the streets and watch the top female riders compete through Failsworth, Oldham town centre, Saddleworth, and Shaw. You can see the full route here
Greater Manchester, named the first ever European Capital of Cycling for 2024, will welcome stage four of the race. Some of the biggest names in women’s cycling will compete over 99km and 1,615m of elevation. The winner of the first ever Tour of Britain Women will be determined at the end of this stage.
The final stage of the race will start at Greater Manchester: National Cycling Centre and finish in Leigh.
This event will be watched by millions across the country, highlighting Oldham's beautiful landscape and hopefully inspiring more people to get active in our borough.
This event follows the success of the Tour of Britain 2023, which featured the men’s competition in our borough. Get ready for an unforgettable event right here in Oldham.
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Council closes property at the centre of criminality and anti-social behaviour
The council has closed a property in Waterhead because of drug dealing, vandalism, theft, and noise complaints.
The tenant of the flat at Rosehill Court ignored warnings from the council, First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO), and Greater Manchester Police (GMP) to stop these activities.
Now, a three-month Closure Order has been issued, meaning the tenant and any visitors are banned from entering the property. If anyone breaks this order, they could be arrested and face an unlimited fine or up to six months in prison. For more details, visit Oldham Council news webpage
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FosterCareFortnight highlights heartwarming fostering moment
During #FosterCareFortnight, let's shine a light on touching stories. Meet A, a young boy in foster care who finds joy in simple things like cuddles and placing his shoes beside Keith's, his foster carer. These everyday moments mean the world to children like A.
However, Oldham is facing a shortage of foster parents. We're asking our community to step up and provide loving homes for children in need.
Until Sunday 26 May, we are taking part in the national #FosterCareFortnight campaign. It celebrates the meaningful moments that shape fostering journeys, no matter how big or small.
Join us for an online event on Wednesday 22 May, 6.30—7.15pm, to learn about fostering and support for carers. To book your spot email [email protected]
Could you open your heart and home to a child in need? Oldham urgently needs more people to step forward. If fostering has crossed your mind, call 0161 770 6600 or learn more here
Let's make a difference in the lives of children like A together.
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#BeMoorAware – enjoy and respect the countryside
The council, Greater Manchester Police, and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are raising awareness about the dangers of moorland fires and their consequences over the next few months.
We are supporting the #BeMoorAware campaign to show how discarded cigarettes, fires, and barbecues can cause severe damage.
The campaign will also remind people that they could be fined or prosecuted if they ignore the fire ban on the moors.
If you see a fire on the moors, call 999 immediately.
When visiting the countryside, please act responsibly and respect the area and its residents.
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Whit Friday Band Contests return
Get ready for the Whit Friday Band Contest on Friday 24 May, a major event in Saddleworth that draws crowds from all over for free entertainment.
The brass band competitions kick off around 4pm across 11 villages, following the traditional 'Whit Walks' earlier in the day from 10am to 1pm. Dating back to 1884, this event is locally renowned as 'the greatest free show on earth'. Due to road closures, there are changes to library hours:
• Greenfield Library: Open 9.30am to 1pm.
• Uppermill Library: Closes at 1pm.
• Lees Library: Closes at 3.30pm and serves as a contest judge base.
• Delph Library: Closed for the day.
If you plan to visit these libraries, note the changes to opening hours and if you're travelling around Saddleworth, keep in mind the road closures. For more information, visit the Saddleworth Whit Friday website
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Choose the right way to get rid of your bulky household items
The #Don'tTrashOldham campaign is supporting a Greater Manchester wide effort to encourage residents to dispose of large household items properly.
Instead of hiring someone through social media, we suggest using Bulky Bob's or another licensed waste service. This ensures your unwanted stuff can be given to families in need.
Sadly, some unlicensed traders are picking up waste and dumping it illegally. If they trace it back to you, you might get fined or end up in court.
Alternatively, you can take your large household items to Arkwright Street Recycling Centre for free disposal.
Arrange a collection with Bulky Bob's here
Find registered waste carriers here |
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Improvements coming to Manchester Road
The council is making Manchester Road (A62) safer and easier to cross. Starting Saturday 25 May, we'll install a new ‘push button’ crossing and island at Clowes Street junction.
To keep things running smoothly and avoid future road closures, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and United Utilities will work together and fix a faulty sewer at the same time.
The work will take around three weeks. So, the teams can work quickly and safely, expect a lane closure on A62 towards Oldham during this time. Thanks for your understanding.
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Have you ever wondered what happens to your trash and recycling?
Join Recycle for Greater Manchester's tours at Longley Lane MRF and Renew HUB.
See how they sort recycling from homes across Greater Manchester including homes in Oldham: You will be able to see how they, sort plastic bottles with lasers, clean glass with cyclones, and turn aluminium into biscuits (not for eating)
At Renew Hub, items left in Renew containers are cleaned, mended, or upcycled before being sent to Renew shops like the one at Arkwright Street. Larger items are sold on R4GM’s eBay shop.
Upcoming tours, Tuesday 30 July:
• Longley Lane MRF: 10am—12noon
• Renew HUB: 1.30—3.30pm
Thursday 22 August:
• Longley Lane MRF: 10am—12noon
• Renew HUB: 1.30—3.30pm
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Supporting green community projects: Apply for funding
Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) wants to help community groups in Oldham by offering funding.
Their Community Fund supports projects that aim to reduce household waste, increase recycling, and promote reuse.
The deadline to apply is Friday 31 May.
Please share this information with any new community projects you know of.
Money raised from R4GM's Renew shops goes into the Community Fund, which provides £220,000 each year for community projects across Greater Manchester.
Groups can learn more and apply here |
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