Rochdale Development Agency

📢 Pleased to launch our second round of ROCHDALE CREATES COMMUNITY FUNDS today. We are offering Rochdale Creates Community grants of up to £4,500 to support VCFSE organisations build relationships with local artists and start using creativity as a tool for wellbeing and strengthening communities. If you are an artist or arts organisation in #RochdaleBorough - please feel free to pass on this information and work with community groups to submit an application. Whether it’s helping someone process their mental health, trauma, build their confidence or generally improve their wellbeing through creativity, we know that arts and culture can play a big role in health and wellbeing.  Art and culture can also connect people to the place they live, local stories and histories, and feel proud of the communities they’re part of. If you’d like to explore different artists and creatives across the Rochdale Borough that you would like to collaborate with then please visit https://lnkd.in/e7iV_F36 Priorities for this fund are for community groups to collaborate with local artists in order to: - Build confidence and improve wellbeing of the people you support, or - Build a stronger connection to the place they live Who can apply: - you are a voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) group locally rooted or actively working in the borough of Rochdale - you are formally constituted - your organisation must have a turnover of less than £1million Deadline: Sunday 26th January 2025 Please be aware before submitting your application that all projects must be complete and monitoring submitted by March 2025. https://lnkd.in/e8J__Nwk Oliver Boaler Pete Courtie Nicola Walker Vicky Lomax Lee Brennan Alison Salas MCIM Chase Waterman Nikki Staley Greg Leo Bond PhD Hebe Reilly Liz Mytton Liz McIvor Helen Thackray Martine Bradford Skylight Circus Arts M6 THEATRE COMPANY LIMITED Culture Coop Laura Rodwell Victoria Hilton Caroline Storr Jodie Ratcliffe Parvez Qadir Karen Lea Preena Mistry Caroline Storr Rochdale Development Agency Rochdale Borough Council

Rochdale (No. 3) Thanks to the efforts of the Rochdale Development Agency, several new businesses have chosen to locate in Rochdale in 2024. Can you name three of these businesses? 📈 Top 25 Locations: Increasing Demand for Chauffeur Services. We are delighted to announce that Rochdale has secured the 3rd spot on our list of top locations with rising demand for chauffeur services over the past year! A special shoutout to the Rochdale Development Agency for their excellent work in attracting new businesses to the area, significantly contributing to this rise in demand. Rochdale, a historic town in Greater Manchester with a population of around 220,000, is known for its rich industrial heritage and vibrant community. Located just 10 miles north-east of Manchester, Rochdale offers excellent connectivity and a variety of attractions for both business and leisure travellers. Explore the unique attractions that make Rochdale a standout town: Rochdale Town Hall: Marvel at the stunning Gothic Revival architecture of this historic building and its beautiful interiors. Hollingworth Lake: Enjoy a relaxing day out at this scenic country park, offering walking trails, boating, and wildlife spotting. Touchstones Rochdale: Discover local art, history, and heritage at this engaging museum and art gallery. Rochdale Pioneers Museum: Learn about the birthplace of the worldwide Co-operative movement at this informative and inspiring museum. Healey Dell Nature Reserve: Explore the natural beauty of this picturesque reserve, featuring woodland walks, waterfalls, and wildlife. Property and Lifestyle in Rochdale Rochdale's property market is thriving, with an average sale price of around £180,000. The town offers a diverse range of housing options, from modern apartments to charming period homes, catering to different tastes and budgets. Premier Chauffeur Services for Every Occasion From corporate events to special occasions, Junction 21 Chauffeurs offers premier service tailored to your needs, ensuring you arrive in style and comfort. Whether you're attending a business meeting, exploring Rochdale’s attractions, or celebrating a special event, our professional chauffeurs are dedicated to providing a seamless and luxurious travel experience. Check out chauffeur services in Rochdale HERE https://lnkd.in/d8mYh_G Stay tuned as we reveal more locations on our list. Where will your Town rank? Junction 21 Chauffeurs #Rochdale #LuxuryTravel #ChauffeurServices

Are you a marketer that’s got itchy feet & is on the look out for a new challenge, one that gives you the opportunity to work flexibly in a part-time role where you can make a real difference? If so then take a look at this, it’s the perfect opportunity to join a fantastic team. I’m looking for a Marketing Officer to join my team at Hopwood Hall College . If you’re a creative thinker that loves generating engaging content that really makes an impact and likes to make things happen then this could be ideal for you! You’re sure to fit in if you’ve got bags of: Creativity ✅ Originality✅ Ideas✅ Passion✅ Innovation✅ Determination ✅ Integrity✅ Humour! ✅ Take a look: https://lnkd.in/eWC-bP7w

🌟 Opportunity for Rochdale Businesses! 🌟 I’m looking to collaborate with five small or up-and-coming businesses in the Rochdale area to create modern, interactive websites for FREE. Using Gamma.app, I’ll design sleek, multi-section websites where all pages seamlessly roll into one smooth, engaging experience—just like the style of this example. https://lnkd.in/eHEkVx8P What’s included? ✅ Tailored multi-section website design, perfect for showcasing your business ✅ Sections like About Us, Services, Testimonials, and Contact Info ✅ Mobile-friendly and visually dynamic Why am I doing this? I want to help local businesses elevate their online presence while demonstrating how cutting-edge tools like Gamma can make website creation fast, flexible, and affordable. Interested? Drop a comment or send me a direct message to apply! I’ll choose five businesses to work with on a first-come, first-served basis. Let’s showcase Rochdale’s thriving business community! #RochdaleBusiness #SmallBusinessSupport #WebDesign #FreeWebsite #BusinessGrowth #GammaApp #DigitalTransformation #OnlinePresence #BusinessInnovation #RochdaleCommunity #LocalBusiness #Entrepreneurship #TechForBusiness #DigitalMarketing #WebsiteDesign #RochdaleEntrepreneurs #UKSmallBusiness #SmallBusinessUK #StartupSupport #InnovateUK