Welcome to inSaddleworth.
This web site has been designed to provide a comprehensive community resource for people living, working and visiting Saddleworth.
Please use the menu above to find even more local Saddleworth information
Here’s the latest News, Notices and Events and Weather gathered from across Saddleworth:
Lees Christmas Market brings festive fun and treats
THERE was festive fun and shopping as a host of local stalls showcased their wares at Lees Christmas Market and St Edward’s Christmas Fair. Visitors… The post Lees Christmas Market brings festive fun and treats appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Dobcross Post Office purchase closer to stamp of approval
HOPES are rising the Post Office facility in Dobcross can be saved. The retirement of postmaster Brian Hodgkinson left the village facing being without a… The post Dobcross Post Office purchase closer to stamp of approval appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
New Mossley independent funeral director focusses on the personal touch
Images by GGC Media THE PERSONAL touch when it is needed most is what sets one Mossley funeral director apart from the rest in the… The post New Mossley independent funeral director focusses on the personal touch appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Advent Hunt brings festive fun to Lees and Grotton
BUSINESSES across Lees and Grotton are bringing Christmas cheer by decorating their windows with festive displays – and you could win a prize for finding… The post Advent Hunt brings festive fun to Lees and Grotton appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Greenfield glows with Christmas spirit at tree switch-on
A SPRINKLING of snow, carols and festive refreshments all ensured there was plenty of Christmas spirit at Greenfield’s tree lights switch-on. The event saw locals… The post Greenfield glows with Christmas spirit at tree switch-on appeared first on Saddleworth...
Lees lit up with Christmas cheer
LEES is shining bright with festive cheer after switching on their Christmas tree lights to kick off the festive period. Locals of all ages gathered… The post Lees lit up with Christmas cheer appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Waterhead ARLFC mourns the loss of president Allan Booth
WATERHEAD ARLFC will not be the same place without Allan Booth after the club’s president and stalwart died. That is the view of vice-chairman Jonathan… The post Waterhead ARLFC mourns the loss of president Allan Booth appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Runners full of Halloween spirit as Oldham Half Marathon passes through Saddleworth
NOT EVEN Saddleworth’s hills put runners off enjoying the Halloween spirit as the Oldham Half Marathon returned. Participants completed the 13.1-mile course in pumpkin outfits,… The post Runners full of Halloween spirit as Oldham Half Marathon passes through...
Oldham Athletic’s Struggles Continue
OLDHAM Athletic are enduring their second straight season in non-league football, and although there has been a pick up in performance of late, a disastrous… The post Oldham Athletic’s Struggles Continue appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Lowry masterpiece to go on display at Oldham gallery
A MASTERPIECE by a famous artist who lived and worked in Tameside will be on public display in Oldham. ‘Going to the Match’ by L.S.… The post Lowry masterpiece to go on display at Oldham gallery appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Have your say on childhood obesity in new survey
LOCAL people are being encouraged to take part in a survey around children’s healthy living, as childhood obesity rates continue to rise across Greater Manchester.… The post Have your say on childhood obesity in new survey appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
25-mile walk and 24-hour row tackled by fundraiser Sarah
A 25-mile walk over 10 hours was the latest challenge for determined fundraiser Sarah Tate – and she is already gearing up to tackle a… The post 25-mile walk and 24-hour row tackled by fundraiser Sarah appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Hospice launches Christmas tree collection and recycle service
A HOSPICE which cares for patients across Saddleworth and Oldham is bringing back its popular Christmas tree collection service this festive season. Households who enjoy… The post Hospice launches Christmas tree collection and recycle service appeared first on...
Local solicitors help employees made redundant by national firm
A LEADING local law firm is supporting more than a hundred employees affected by the closure of a national organisation. Axiom Ince Limited ceased trading… The post Local solicitors help employees made redundant by national firm appeared first on Saddleworth...
Christmas Markets to make welcome return in Greenfield
GREENFIELD will be filled with festive cheer when Christmas Markets return to the Saddleworth village for the third successive year. Stalls will once again be… The post Christmas Markets to make welcome return in Greenfield appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Delph road closure sign ‘lie’ to be changed as bridge work is delayed
BUSINESSES in Delph have been hit by a ‘lie’ of a road sign that made out motorists could not get into the village as bridge… The post Delph road closure sign ‘lie’ to be changed as bridge work is delayed appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Old-fashioned values give HOPE to Uppermill gents
THE fashions may be cutting edge, the brands may be modern but one traditional trait underpins everything at Uppermill’s HOPE Menswear – service. That can… The post Old-fashioned values give HOPE to Uppermill gents appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth chef to spread Christmas cheer with festive feast
SADDLEWORTH chef Simon Wood is helping spread Christmas spirit by hosting a festive dinner at his Manchester restaurant for 70 deserving people. The 2015 Masterchef… The post Saddleworth chef to spread Christmas cheer with festive feast appeared first on Saddleworth...
Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog unveils exciting taster event
SADDLEWORTH Women’s Morris and Clog are opening their doors for a Taster Event on Wednesday, December 13. Join Saddleworth’s newest Morris team for an evening… The post Saddleworth Women’s Morris and Clog unveils exciting taster event appeared first on Saddleworth...
Road closures in place for Saddleworth’s Santa Dash
Uppermill High Street will be closed on Saturday, December 2 between 1.55pm and 6pm for this year’s Santa Dash and Winter Wonderland. Organisers Saddleworth Round… The post Road closures in place for Saddleworth’s Santa Dash appeared first on Saddleworth...
Austerlands bus shelter restored after demolition mystery
A HISTORIC Saddleworth bus shelter that was destroyed in mysterious circumstances has been repaired. People living in Austerlands were horrified at seeing the structure on… The post Austerlands bus shelter restored after demolition mystery appeared first on...
Pros and Cons of Different Flooring
CHOOSING a floor for your home might not exactly sound like the most complicated task… well, maybe until you realise just how many types of… The post Pros and Cons of Different Flooring appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Early-morning Saddleworth helps Kevin Sinfield prepare for latest fundraising challenge
KEVIN Sinfield has told how Saddleworth plays a huge part in his preparation for his latest fundraising challenge – even the less-glamourous bits. The rugby… The post Early-morning Saddleworth helps Kevin Sinfield prepare for latest fundraising challenge appeared...
Busy life helps Saddleworth’s Clara reach 100-years-old
SHE MAY have turned 100-years-old, but Clara Colley is very much proving the old adage, ‘Age is nothing but a number.’ Civic Mayor of Oldham,… The post Busy life helps Saddleworth’s Clara reach 100-years-old appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Saddleworth’s ‘Auto Lass’ raises thousands for servicemen’s charity with car restoration
SPRINGHEAD’S own Auto Lass is celebrating after raising thousands of pounds for servicemen’s charity Help For Heroes by raffling off a classic car. Jody Bevan… The post Saddleworth’s ‘Auto Lass’ raises thousands for servicemen’s charity with car restoration appeared...
Dobcross pupils get creative to raise school funds
PUPILS in a Saddleworth village have been engaging in a wide range of activities to raise money for their school. The children of Holy Trinity… The post Dobcross pupils get creative to raise school funds appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Maggie’s Oldham raise £83,000 for cancer patients at annual Orange Ball
Photos – credit Darren Robinson Photography and Fitchett’s photography A DINNER and evening of entertainment was enjoyed by 520 guests as this year’s Maggie’s Oldham… The post Maggie’s Oldham raise £83,000 for cancer patients at annual Orange Ball appeared first on...
Saddleworth Film Society Set to Host Screening of Decision to Leave
SADDLEWORTH Film Society is set to host a screening on the fourth of December at Millgate Arts Centre. Film buffs should get excited, as the… The post Saddleworth Film Society Set to Host Screening of Decision to Leave appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Review: Alice provides a golden glow to Delph’s Millgate
WHEN it came to toasting the 50th anniversary of theatre at Delph’s Millgate, Saddleworth Players did not do things by half. But what better way… The post Review: Alice provides a golden glow to Delph’s Millgate appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.
Festive fun and shopping comes to Lees
BRING along your family and friends for some festive fun and shopping at Lees Christmas Market and St Edward’s Christmas Fair on Sunday, November 26.… The post Festive fun and shopping comes to Lees appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.