Events

GM Business Growth Hub (multiple events & dates)

GM Business Growth Hub provides access to growth programmes, expertise and information.

Their experts know the ins and outs of doing business here and have the local knowledge, resources and connections to drive your progress.

Rochdale’s Business Community Networks

External business networks in Rochdale play a vital role in complementing the work of Rochdale Development Agency by enriching the local business ecosystem through independent collaboration, fresh perspectives, and sector-specific expertise.           

Rochdale Business Awards 2025

Don’t miss the chance to have your business recognised at Rochdale Business Awards, taking place on Friday 21st November 2025 at Rochdale Town Hall.

There are nine categories this year and the entry portal is

NetWalk - Ealees, Littleborough

Join us for a festive NetWalk through Ealees, up to Hollingworth Lake and back into Littleborough centre. It could be a little bit muddy so please wear appropriate footwear. We meet outside the Conservative Club on Peel

NetWalk - Kingsway Business Park, Rochdale

2.5 mile flat route around Kingsway Business Park to look at upcoming developments on the business park. We meet at 8.30am at The Hornet pub/restaurant and it’s an opportunity to network with local business professionals and

NetWalk - Hopwood Woods, Middleton

Our Hopwood NetWalk is a 2.4 mile looped route through Hopwood woods, past the deer farm and around the perimeter of Hopwood Hall College. We meet at 8.30am with start/finish point in the small car park at

NetWalk - Queen’s Park, Heywood

2.3 mile route through Queen’s Park starting at 8.30am from the car park opposite the entrance on Queen’s Park Road. Our NetWalks are a great opportunity to network with local business professionals and make new connections.

NetWalk - Bamford & Denehurst Park, Rochdale

Our April NetWalk will take in Rochdale Golf Course and go through Denehurst Park. The 2.5 mile walk starts at 8.30am, takes under an hour and is a great way for business professionals to network on the move.