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The Royton pool now looks as good as new

Royton pool set to reopen after £114k revamp

The Royton Leisure Centre swimming pool will reopen on Monday (September 22) following a £114,000 revamp.

Date Published 18/09/2025


Unfortunate referee injury halts Oldham RU in their tracks

After an eye-opening start to the league fixtures the previous week at Bury, Oldham returned home to face Clitheroe.

Date Published 13/09/2025

From food parcels to finish lines - Oldham Foodbank Manager Mark selected to run for England

Mark Whittington, 51, who became Manager of Oldham Foodbank in June this year, has been selected to represent England Masters at the Abingdon Marathon this October.

Date Published 08/09/2025


Village Olympics celebrates 40 action-packed years

Unassuming David Needham stood in quiet reflection at the exciting razzmatazz launch of the weekend's Saddleworth Village Olympics.

Date Published 08/09/2025

Oldham RU defeated in league opener

Oldham RUFC's first XV travelled to Bury RUFC for the opening league game of the 2025/26 season, and were beaten 47-29.

Date Published 08/09/2025


Oldham RU get new campaign off to a flying start

It’s safe to say that the Oldham RUFC men down at Manor Park were glad to see the back of the 2024/25 season.

Date Published 31/08/2025

Roughyeds announce new women's team

Oldham RLFC have confirmed the launch of the club's new women's team, with Ben Marsden named as head coach.

Date Published 14/08/2025


Avro football stadium greenlit for permanent expansion

Avro FC's football stadium in Oldham has been given the green light to permanently extend its seating and food offer.

Date Published 14/08/2025

Grand new Uppermill FC/Inspiral Carpets strip deal helps raise vital funds for local charity

As regular Chronicle readers may know, Uppermill FC have had a very successful ‘collaboration’ with the local legendary band, the Inspiral Carpets, to produce a range of football...

Date Published 11/08/2025


Saddleworth Rangers Girls enjoy dream day out at the iconic Wembley Stadium

The Saddleworth Rangers Girls rugby team enjoyed a once in a lifetime experience when they took to the pitch at Wembley Stadium as mascots for Wigan in the Women’s Challenge Cup...

Date Published 11/08/2025

Scratch king Corey is new Oldham champ

Crompton and Royton's Corey Pearson is the new Oldham and District Scratch golf champion.

Date Published 09/08/2025


Dale Harris returns to Chadderton FC as CEO

Chadderton Football Club has announced the appointment of Dale Harris as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a bold and ambitious step forward for the club both on and off...

Date Published 06/08/2025

Oldham RL Foundation and Park Cakes Bakeries to launch huge wellbeing project

Oldham RLFC 1876 Foundation has announced a major partnership with Park Cakes Bakeries to deliver community health and wellbeing projects throughout the Oldham region.

Date Published 31/07/2025


Oldham music legends the Inspiral Carpets agree unique and exciting Uppermill football club sponsorship deal

A link-up idea discussed over a beer in a Dobcross pub has led to a unique local football club sponsorship deal.

Date Published 27/07/2025

Isaan fighters shine at Barnsley Metrodome showpiece

Four boxers from the Isaan Muay Thai training centre in Oldham competed at the Barnsley Metrodome on the latest Sandee fight series promotion.

Date Published 23/07/2025


Lioness star Nikita Parris visits Chadderton FC to mark National Lottery investment

Lioness Nikita Parris took part in a session at grassroots football club Chadderton FC to celebrate The National Lottery’s investment into women and girls’ football ahead of...

Date Published 23/07/2025

Oldham RU announce new first XV captain and vice-captain

Oldham RUFC first XV will have a new captain for the 2025/26 season - Stuart Brennan.

Date Published 17/07/2025


Cube Homes enters second year of sponsorship of Saddleworth Cricket Club juniors

Housebuilder Cube Homes has recently entered its second year of sponsorship of Saddleworth Cricket Club’s junior section.

Date Published 14/07/2025

Saddleworth members enjoy the Captain’s Away Day

The Saddleworth GC Captain’s Away Day at Marriott Worsley Park GC was a roaring success, with excellent weather and a course which was in fabulous condition.

Date Published 14/07/2025


Junior football tournament proves a roaring success

Saddleworth 3Ds Under-12 girls' football team hosted a hugely successful football tournament alongside Rochdale Ladies AFC over the weekend.

Date Published 10/07/2025

Close contest for the GEMS

It was a nerve-jangling finish for Oldham GC Gems in a Three Man Texas Scramble.

Date Published 05/07/2025


Hugely successful Oldham-based 3Cs Chess Club honoured to welcome Mayor and Mayoress

3Cs (Children's Chess Club) were not only very honoured to welcome the Mayor and Mayoress to one of their weekly club nights, but were also very delighted that chess - and...

Date Published 26/06/2025

Waterhead looking to push on after dramatic title win

Waterhead FC have enjoyed a very successful season in the Lancashire and Cheshire Amateur League, which culminated in winning division A by a point from Didsbury FC reserves...

Date Published 26/06/2025


Dovestone sailors fly high at national championships - and it’s a family affair

Dovestone Sailing Club sailors took both first-place spots at the Flying Fifteen Classic and Silver National Championships held at Dovestone reservoir. 

Date Published 09/06/2025

Big days beckon for Saddleworth star Earlam

Saddleworth’s highly respected professional Andy Earlam is delighted to have made the final of a top PGA competition.

Date Published 09/06/2025


It's time to register for the Saddleworth Village Games

Ready, steady, go - it’s time to register children for the 40th Saddleworth Village Games. 

Date Published 01/06/2025

Isaan gym continues to produce champion fighters

An Oldham Thai Boxing gym continues to produce champions as Mason Booth, representing Ste Donnelly's Isaan Muay Thai gym, won the WMO British bantamweight title on the Muay Thai...

Date Published 01/06/2025


Dream Oldham championship debut for victorious Julie

Brookdale's Julie Evans made a dream debut in the Oldham Ladies Golf Championship to claim victory by five shots.

Date Published 26/05/2025

Uppermill FC announce major sponsorship deal with Caffe Abaco

The football season may be drawing to a conclusion, but volunteers at Uppermill Football Club are already planning ahead for next season.

Date Published 16/05/2025


Foundation celebrates success of Oldham schools finals

The stars of rugby league's future are showcasing their talents at Oldham's Netpar Training Centre this month, with the sport's power to inspire again in evidence with a huge...

Date Published 13/05/2025

Final sign off for new housing estate and golf club scheme

A huge plan for a new housing estate and a revamped golf club in neighbouring Middleton has been given the final sign off.

Date Published 13/05/2025


Sun, sails, and smiles - it's a perfect day on the water!

Dovestone Sailing Club has hosted its annual Open Day.

Date Published 12/05/2025

British title joy for Isaan prospect Mason

Mason Booth, from Oldham's Isaan Muay Thai training centre, fought on the Muay Thai Monarchs promotion at the DW stadium in Wigan.

Date Published 12/05/2025


Radclyffe boys clinch Oldham Schools Plate following final thriller at Avro

The Radclyffe School’s Year 11 boys football team secured a dramatic and hard-fought victory in the final of the 2025 Oldham Schools Plate Trophy.

Date Published 28/04/2025

Abi and her fellow Rangers starlets set to put their best feet forward in aid of MND charity

A 10-year-old Saddleworth Rangers Girls Rugby League player will be joined by some of her team-mates next weekend as they walk from their club to Rochdale Hornets' stadium in a...

Date Published 25/04/2025


Isaan boxers are in seventh heaven

Eight Isaan Gym boxers attended the iconic Sandee Open tournament at the Barnsley Metrodome, and they all shone for Oldham once again.

Date Published 14/04/2025

Oldham RU close campaign with a draw

Oldham RUFC’s season came to a close with a 27-27 draw against mid-table Leigh.

Date Published 07/04/2025


Wembley-bound students’ plan to get more girls into football is truly kicking off!

Students from E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) are winners of this year’s Manchester United Foundation Premier League Inspires social action challenge, following a day of...

Date Published 02/04/2025

Discover sailing at Dovestone Sailing Club

Would you like a chance to get out on the water for 30 minutes with an experienced sailor and see if the sport of dinghy sailing appeals to you?

Date Published 02/04/2025


Air cadets light up annual opening of Royton bowling green

Royton Cricket, Bowling and Running Club held its annual opening of the bowling green, which was this year graced by the 1855 Royton Air Cadets. 

Date Published 30/03/2025

It's a bitter-sweet experience for Uppermill FC as they unveil newly-repaired dugouts

It was a bitter-sweet moment for Uppermill FC when they recently unveiled their newly-repaired dugouts, which are situated on Churchill playing fields.

Date Published 27/03/2025


Greenfield Cricket Club enhances community safety with defibrillator initiative

Greenfield Cricket Club has prioritised player and community safety by having a life-saving defibrillator at its grounds.

Date Published 25/03/2025

Oldham RU defeated in penultimate fixture of the campaign

With two games to go in the season, Oldham RUFC welcomed old adversaries Tyldesley to Manor Park, but were beaten 34-27.

Date Published 24/03/2025


Seven Isaan stars shine at prestigious tournament in Bangkok

Seven boxers from the Isaan Muay Thai training centre in Oldham jetted off to Thailand to attend the WMF championships in Bangkok, and all turned in stellar performances.

Date Published 24/03/2025

Oldham Boxing’s Saul Griffith brings another national title home

The legacy of Oldham Boxing and Personal Development Club continues to grow as Saul Griffith added another national title to the club’s impressive collection.

Date Published 24/03/2025


Latics legend Roy is back with more incredible Boundary Park memories

Most die-hard Latics fans know that the football club has had a rich and varied history since being founded 130 years ago.

Date Published 24/03/2025

"It's good for Oldham" - community reacts to big new 'SportsTown' plans

A new plan aims to propel Oldham’s ‘ferocious’ sporting culture into the national spotlight.

Date Published 17/03/2025


Latics and 'SportsTown' chief Royle's dreams of new Oldham 'arena'

A huge new project to transform Oldham’s sports grounds will attract up to 25,000 weekly visitors to the borough, it is hoped.

Date Published 17/03/2025

Oldham netball club crowned national champions - again!

Oldham Netball Club beat current champions Academy to regain the National Premier League title, making it 12 titles from 14.

Date Published 13/03/2025


Big-hearted Barrie takes on Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon in tribute to his cherished friend

Saddleworth-based former professional rugby league player Barrie McDermott is set to run the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon in memory of his great friend, Rob Burrow.

Date Published 13/03/2025

Depleted Oldham RU edged out at Liverpool Collegiate

Oldham RUFC gave it their all before going down 35-30 at Liverpool Colegiate.

Date Published 11/03/2025


Max Force contingent shine at Great Yarmouth tournament

A trio of young fighters from the locally-based Max Force Muay Thai club shone at a prestigious tournament.

Date Published 05/03/2025

Another tale of 'what could have been' for Oldham RU

Oldham RUFC welcomed Thornton Cleveleys to Manor Park, but were beaten 37-33.

Date Published 01/03/2025


Isaan fighters shine at Sandee show

Boxers from the Oldham-based Isaan Gym were in good nick at the latest Sandee Fight Series promotion at the Barnsley Metrodome.

Date Published 18/02/2025

Oldham RU appear to be turning a much-needed corner

Things have definitely seemed to have taken a turn for the better at Oldham RUFC, especially since Littleborough away just before Christmas.

Date Published 18/02/2025


League leaders prove too strong for gutsy Oldham RU

After a great result the previous week Oldham looked to keep momentum going with a good performance against current league leaders Wigan.

Date Published 10/02/2025

Saddleworth 3Ds women's football team: from beginners to title contenders in just over a year!

Saddleworth 3Ds women’s team is celebrating five wins in seven games in its first-ever league campaign.

Date Published 05/02/2025


Gutsy Oldham RU edge out high-flying Southport

Oldham welcomed third-placed Southport to Manor Park for their first home game of 2025, and gained a hugely welcome 20-18 victory.

Date Published 31/01/2025

Oldham Gems captain Paul glad to see golf back in action

Oldham Golf Club Gems (Gentlemen Elderly Members) have not been deterred by the poor weather endured at the start of the New Year.

Date Published 28/01/2025


Legend Sinfield inspires superfit Ethan to MND fund-raising success

Ethan Shaw, a dedicated Year 7 student at Hathershaw College, has undertaken a remarkable fundraising challenge for Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Date Published 27/01/2025

Double kit delight thanks to latest Uppermill FC community initiative

Uppermill Football Club are at it again with their Uppermill in the Community (UITC) initiative - the club’s way of putting something back into the local and wider community of...

Date Published 25/01/2025


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