- 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 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
- 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
- THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Oldham (2025) - Tripadvisor
Lancaster Park Animal Farm, Dovestone Resevoir, Nature Wildlife Areas, Playgrounds For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product See what other travelers like to do, based on ratings and number of bookings Book these experiences for a closer look at the region
- 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
- Top Ten Britain: Top 10 Things to See and Do in Oldham, England
From picturesque reservoirs and historic museums to family-friendly farms and cultural venues, this northern English town combines urban charm with easy access to natural beauty Here’s your guide to the best things to see and do in Oldham
- About Oldham
Lying amongst the Pennines, Oldham is a large town in Greater Manchester, England A boomtown of the Industrial Revolution, and one of the first ever industrialised towns, Oldham truly rose to prominence in the 19th century as an international centre of textile manufacture famed for cotton-spinning
- History of Oldham - Wikipedia
The history of Oldham ˈoʊldəm is one of dramatic change, from obscure Pennine hamlet to preeminent mill town and textile processing capital of the world
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