Oldham - Wikipedia It lies amongst the Pennines on elevated ground between the rivers Irk and Medlock, 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Rochdale, and 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Manchester City Centre It is the administrative centre of the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham, which had a population of 242,003 in 2021
Oldham | History, Industry, Population, Map | Britannica It is named for the Oldham family, who lived in Werneth Hall during the Middle Ages Oldham was the center for an agricultural district with a woolen industry until the 19th century, when it became a major cotton-spinning and weaving town
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Discover Oldham | A Visitors Introduction to Oldham Oldham is a historic town in Greater Manchester, situated on the edge of the South Pennines and just eight miles northeast of Manchester city centre Known for its pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution, Oldham was once a global leader in cotton spinning
Oldham - Oldham latest news - Manchester Evening News The latest news and updates for the borough of Oldham including towns such as Chadderton, Lees, Crompton, Royton and Failsworth Get the latest breaking news, weather forecasts, traffic and
Explore Oldham | Visit Manchester Lying to the northeast of Manchester, the borough of Oldham is a great combination of spectacular and unrivalled countryside, quaint villages and market towns, award winning food and drink establishments, excellent shopping opportunities and heritage sites
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Oldham – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Oldham is a former textile town in Greater Manchester, 7 miles (10 km) northeast of city centre in the foothills of the Pennines The main reason to visit is to explore the villages and valleys leading into the Pennines