Oldham news from August 2026
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Objections to 40-pitch campsite plan near Brun Clough Reservoir
A 40-pitch weekend campsite proposed near Brun Clough Reservoir in Saddleworth faces opposition over moorland fire risks despite banning barbecues.
Oldham specialist school invests £100,000 on expansion but not to take on more pupils
Oldham specialist school Chances Mentoring spent £100,000 on new facilities to deepen support for existing pupils, not increase intake.
Two arrested after taser deployed outside Toby Carvery in Chadderton
A man and woman were arrested for child neglect after police deployed a taser outside Toby Carvery in Chadderton Park, Oldham.
Man tasered by police in Toby Carvery car park in Chadderton Park
Police closed Toby Carvery in Chadderton Park, Oldham, after a man was tasered in the car park on Friday, August 28.
First Choice Homes Oldham and partners clean up Barker Street Estate
Collaboration in cleaning up Barker Street Estate.
Reporter attends first Saddleworth Rushcart Festival for 50th anniversary
Reporter Leslie Kerwin attends his first Saddleworth Rushcart Festival, marking its 50th anniversary, and vows to return next year.
Oldham's Lyceum Theatre launches PlotFest 2027 playwriting competition
Oldham's Lyceum Theatre launches PlotFest 2027, a playwriting competition with £300, £200 and £100 prizes and staged performances.
Oldham secures funding for Young Creative Producers Programme
Oldham secured Arts Council funding for a programme giving young people aged 16 to 25 paid creative placements, training and mentoring to boost local talent.
The Spindles celebrates five retail investments as £450million town centre programme continues
The Spindles in Oldham celebrates five retail investments, including two new stores and three refurbishments, boosting town centre momentum.
Parking, traffic and safety concerns as Dovestone Reservoir reopens
Residents near Dove Stone Reservoir fear parking and traffic chaos after its August 20 reopening following a moorland fire, raising safety concerns.
Retired teacher Mags Poulton named First Choice Homes Oldham's August Hidden Hero
Retired teacher Mags Poulton, volunteer lead at Oldham's Tensing Street Community Centre, is First Choice Homes Oldham's August Hidden Hero.
Jim McMahon calls for greater enforcement over late-night fireworks in Oldham
Jim McMahon MP called for enforcement after late night fireworks disturbed Oldham residents and left litter on council fields.
Lyceum Theatre Oldham launches PlotFest 2027 one-act playwriting competition
Lyceum Theatre Oldham launched PlotFest 2027, a one-act playwriting competition for writers; three winning scripts will be performed in July, entries close 30 November 2026.
One of UK's last clog makers Phil Howard to display at Clitheroe Castle after Saddleworth Rushcart
At Saddleworth's 50th Rushcart Festival, ex-dancer Phil Howard, one of Britain's last clog makers, showcased a critically endangered craft.
Levers to open new Oldham town centre shop on August 26 after 30 years at Tommyfield
Levers chippy moves from Tommyfield Market to a new Oldham town centre shop after 30 years, preserving the town's fish and chip heritage.
Oldham College learners collect GCSE results at campus event
Oldham College marked GCSE Results Day on Thursday 20th August with a campus event celebrating learners whose grades help them progress to study or work.
Greenfield arts group among 13 projects chosen for Oldham Town of Culture
Oldham's Town of Culture programme selected 13 local projects, including Phantasmagoria's Secret Suitcases, to celebrate its year.
The Spindles marks five retail investments as Oldham town centre momentum continues
The Spindles in Oldham celebrates five retail investments, with two new stores and three refurbishments boosting town centre confidence.
Oldham Adventurer Steve Hill Returns from Colombian Jungle Expedition
Oldham adventurer Steve Hill returned from a demanding Colombian jungle expedition, inspiring young people to embrace adventure and resilience.
Oldham Council obtains court order to remove unauthorised encampment at Oldham Edge
Oldham Council secured a court order on Monday 17th August, removing an unauthorised encampment from Oldham Edge and returning the area to the community.
Saddleworth trekkers raise more than £25,000 for rare cancer charity
Two trekkers raised over £25,000 for a rare cancer charity by walking 560km from Plymouth to Oldham in memory of a friend.
Hyde woman denies arson charges over Dove Stone wildfire
Shania Care-Slede, 20, pleaded not guilty to arson and aggravated arson for starting the Dove Stone Reservoir wildfire on July 11, 2026.
Royton Library on Rochdale Road closed for essential building works
Royton Library on Rochdale Road is temporarily closed for essential flooring repairs to ensure it remains safe and accessible.
Pirate trips return to Uppermill canal for August Bank Holiday weekend
Pirate-themed family cruises return on Uppermill canal August 30-31, with donations supporting Huddersfield Narrow Canal charity.