I recently went to a 60th here for my Grandad. We went in during the day to set up our decorations…read morelike balloons and things and everyone was fairly helpful. They weren't exactly bending over backwards to help us but they were there and they let us move chairs around and things like that. My grandmother had paid the low sum to hire out the room (to the left as you walk in) plus a buffet spread and she had booked her own DJ. The party space had tables and chairs enough for 60-70 people, more than we actually needed - it was an intimate affair - and a stage for the DJ to play from plus a "dance floor" with the private bar to the right. There were also private toilets for our party, The main social club is to the right and its a fairly nice drinking place but is not really anything out of the ordinary.

I tried to get my 21st birthday party here, but sadly they were all booked up which is no surprise…read morehere at all. It is a great place to have a birthday celebration here. The rooms are slightly large if not a bit out dated but can fit a large number of people in. There is a fully stocked bar and it is really cheap as well for drinks. Also if you book a room for a party you can also order a buffet as well so all your guests have food. It is not much but a good idea. I would say that if you decide to hold a party here, you should book well in advance as places like these go fast!

I used to love this old building when it was Stalybridge Market but it seems to have gone the wrong…read moreway with its whole corporate loving conference space. I'd love to know how many businesses are based in this area that would actually use the facilities here. I like that, in keeping with the nearby Library and Astley Cheetham's Gallery, it has some displays on the history of the building and that it is having a Heritage Fair this week (and I'm sure will continue some sort of programme in this vein). This is what the residents of Stalybridge will appreciate - traditional, restoration, resalvaging. Not like Wi-fi. And I suppose local social groups and clubs can meet here, but won't most of them already have a physical space that they are joined by? Anyway, it is still a really impressive building to look at with a statue of the man who composed 'Its a Long Way to Tipperary' in a bar on Corporation Street: Jack Judge. This was during the First World War and the elder residents round here are still proud of it. In my opinion, they should have put a new market in the Town Hall, but then again I am not in charge of town planning.

This historic town hall use to be Stalybridge Market and following its recent refurbishment it now…read morehas more to offer. Local groups can meet here and there is room available for business meetings too. They have also kept some artifacts from the old town hall on display, so it is quite nice to look at. Some of the events on offer are: civic functions, concerts and theatrical events, family celebrations and weddings,training courses, meetings and so on. The rooms cater for 2 to 300 people so you aren't really short on space and if you want to go that extra mile you can order food too. Technology wise, it is well up to date with Internet access, overhead projectors, telephones and fax for all your business needs! Take a look at some of the photos to see what it is really like. It is a good place if you are stuck for your next business meeting or family birthday?!

Christmas Dinner 2022! Great food, amazing atmosphere with helpful staff. Always welcoming.read more

Do you fancy a traditional meal set in the Saddleworth hills with terrific views? If you do then…read morethe Royal George is a must-visit! With exquisite food and drink, there is no better to spend your lazy Sunday afternoons either outside or in the restaurant. They have a large menu to choose from as well as a fully stocked bar. With a traditional setting and conventional features, this place is quite a picture. It is stunning outside and inside! With access to a large beer garden too there is no need for complaint. On site they have their own car park which has room for over fifty cars and is huge! With decking at the back, this whole place is excellently finished. What is even better is that they have a large function room available for whatever celebration you want with its own bar and open area outside. It truly is lovely. So if you are looking for something different or fancy a meal in the country, come to the Royal George!

An historical building and one that provides all sorts for the public. The hall has three rooms to…read morerent out to people, whether it be weddings, conferences or productions. They are available with first class service. I once performed here with my school for the mayor, and yes I was nervous but I kept getting lost as the place is soooo big. A map would be helpful! There is also a museum inside this gigantic building. It is the museum of the Manchester Regiment. They have many things on offer and lots of school kids go and have a wander and learn about what their grandad did etc. It is fun to go and look at all the history! The added bonus is that it is free to get in so HIGH FIVE! If you are thinking of having a wedding reception here. It is an ideal place as this building is fantastic from the outside and inside is even better. Look at the photos or take a look at the website.

Yes, Mossley has its own football team. Ok, so its not Manchester United but still, they are a big…read morehit in their town and have a large following. They have a large clubhouse/function too, for presentations and its also available for hire with a fully stocked bar and catering if needed. The club is in Top Mossley which means at the top of the hill to you outsiders and the floodlights from the ground can be seen from the rest of the town so there is no chance you can miss it. Many local children play for the junior teams which are very popular and have their own website which is www.mossleyjuniors.co.uk. So take a look if you are interested!

This is a fantastic place to go for something to eat or drink whether a couple, group of friends or…read moreeven a family. Also if you want a private venue for birthdays or party celebrations then this should be looked at. The place is spectacular. Alcohol wise they have a large selection of wine, champagne, cocktails and beer. For private functions they can cater for up to 200 people with or without food. The restaurant is also something ti be tested as it is fabulous. It is an Italian cuisine and has some fantastic meals. Take a look at their website for more information.

Came here for a Girl Guiding UK celebration evening at the start of September…read more It was really easy to find, easy parking and welcoming staff. The hall itself is very grand, old style and a great space to have big celebrations like weddings in. We had a prepaid hot buffet which included a choice of veggie lasange or beef and ale pie with chips and an array of cold sandwiches, garlic bread and salads. The buffet wasn't out of this world but was a standard buffet that I would expect for the price we paid each (£5)

I went to see the Pitman Painters here and it was nice to see a play which is about a group of…read moreartists that formed in a small mining town in another small town, felt slightly closer to the source than I would say in central Manchester or London. It's not the most amazing play or production I've ever seen but it was funny and interesting (I did not know anything about the Ashington Group before I went). The theatre is a good size for a small town as it doesn't take too many people to fill it up but there's still a generous staging space. As others have said the staff are very nice and the toilets hilariously small! I'll definitely keep an eye out for more things on here, it's really easy to get to with the tram stops Oldham Mumps and Oldham Central nearby.

Visited the lovely Oldham town centre recently- we had got off the bus at the main station and were…read morelooking for the Coliseum. And no-one knew where it was and I mean, we asked four or five different people. Thank god it was on the bus stop map (and we were headed in the right direction anyway) because none of the other signs thought to point to it until we were almost at the door anyway. We quickly discovered that the only people who visit the Oldham Coliseum, at least for the dark melo-drama that we were viewing, are pensioners. Who probably wouldn't be out at night unless going to a play... The theatre itself is surprisingly big - you see it from the street and imagine it quite cosy inside but it does look quite impressive lit up at night, banners waving in the wind. There are stalls and a circle (almost empty when we went) and an impressively large stage. Let down a little by their little refreshments and programme stand as soon as you walk in and tiny, not very nice toilets. The staff were really friendly as we picked up our tickets, pointing out the aisle for our seats and as we were leaving. All in all, an old school venue for some good old fashioned fun (that could do with a lick of paint).