Rochdale Welcomes ITV’s After the Flood Back for Series 2

Posted by on 16 Jan 2026

Rochdale has once again provided the dramatic backdrop for ITV’s acclaimed drama After the Flood, with filming for the second series taking place across the borough throughout 2025. The production received extensive support from the Rochdale Film Office (RFO), which worked closely with the crew to facilitate filming and ensure a smooth, film friendly experience.

The new series will premiere on ITV at 9pm on Sunday 18 January 2026, bringing national attention to Rochdale’s striking landscapes and diverse urban settings.

Filming took place across a range of locations, including scenes shot on the rugged moorlands of Rochdale and on various roads and streets throughout the borough. To protect privately owned land and support future filming opportunities, the Film Office is using general descriptions of locations rather than identifying specific sites.

Rochdale Film Office, part of the borough’s wider strategy to attract and support screen productions, provides a dedicated service for film, TV, and commercial shoots. The team offers:

• Location sourcing and management
• Liaison with landowners and local services
• Support with permissions and logistics
• On the ground assistance during filming

The Film Office promotes Rochdale as a versatile filming destination, showcasing everything from dramatic moorland and waterways to heritage buildings, modern architecture, and vibrant townscapes. More information is available at https://rochdalefilmoffice.co.uk/

Unit Manager Ian McDonald, who oversaw filming for Series 2, praised the borough’s support said:
“The whole team in Rochdale has been an absolute delight to work with, overcoming challenges that would have previously made filming certain scenes unachievable. Following this experience I would not hesitate to actively promote Rochdale as a film friendly borough.”

Councillor Sue Smith cabinet member for communities and co-operation at Rochdale Borough Council said:
“We are proud to welcome productions like After the Flood back to Rochdale. The series showcases the beauty and character of our borough, and it highlights the value of the work our Film Office does in supporting the creative industries. Film and television bring economic benefits, raise our profile nationally, and help tell powerful stories using our landscapes and communities.”

The return of After the Flood reinforces Rochdale’s growing reputation as a sought after filming location, offering a blend of natural beauty, urban variety, and a proactive Film Office committed to enabling high quality productions.