ORESA RURAL AREAS

RURAL AREAS

Examples of ORESA projects underway include:

ORESA’s programme supports economic projects which will assist in the promotion and transformation of the area. This area already has a large number of attractions. Better packaging of leisure opportunities and better focused marketing would raise visitor numbers from within and outside the area.

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Fletchers Mill, Oldham

Fletchers Mill is a former paper mill located near Dovestones which has large buildings, grounds and ancillary accommodation. This major project has the potential to create a significant northern gateway to the Peak District National Park.

Frenches/Knoll Mill, Oldham

Located on the canal at Greenfield, this project has planning permission for a marina, housing, a retail store, commercial units, a hotel and a restaurant.

Hollingworth Lake, Rochdale

Hollingworth Lake is a country park which has major potential. The area was used as an exemplar project in the Rochdale Renaissance Masterplan which highlighted the need for better access and car parking, better attractions and clear linkages with Littleborough town centre.

Rochdale Canal Projects

There are many opportunities to develop attractive sites adjacent to the Canal:

Ealees - apartments, restaurant and pub, near to train station
Durn - marina related developments
Rock Nook Mill, Littleborough
Central Failsworth – North Bank/Failsworth Mill
Wrigley Head / Moston Brook.