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Museum Opening Times

We are closed to the public Thursday 2nd June to Tuesday 7th June 2022.

Jubilee Week

We are only open on Wednesday 1st June 2022 due to the bank holiday. We will be shut from Thursday 2nd June to Tuesday 7th June 2022. We will open, as normal, from Wednesday 8th June 2022.

What you need to know when you visit:

Don't use the postcode in your SAT NAV, it will take you to the wrong part of Toad Lane - try the WhatThreeWords app news.shed.think which will take you right to the front door.

Please check this website before travelling because as we are a very small team, any closures due to Covid-19 will be updated on this page.

Social distancing rules have been removed, but we still have extra cleaning in place and a ventilation system. Visitors are not expected to wear masks unless they wish to do so.

If you are an organised group:

We can take bookings for groups and schools on MONDAYS and TUESDAYS in addition to normal public open days. You can also book a digital engagement or download our VIRTUAL PIONEERS film - you can watch the trailer here: 




Email [email protected] with your request. 

**We strongly advise that you check this website before making a planned visit

FAQ’s

If you are free...can I donate to the Co-operative Heritage Trust?

Yes please! We lost the majority of our income in 2020 / 2021 and every donation we receive helps us rebuild for the future. Donate at  https://www.co-operativeheritage.coop/Appeal/Donate

How to find us 

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By car or coach - Leave the M62 at junction 20. Take A664 (Edinburgh Way) and turn right on Manchester Road. Turn right after Rochdale Exchange Centre.

Our postcode isn't very helpful when using Sat Nav so try the WhatThreeWords app news.shed.think 

You can work out the cost of your fuel here.

By Train or Tram - Leave Rochdale station and walk towards the river. Cross the concourse and walk up Yorkshire Street until you reach the Baum passage on the left (sign- posted for the museum). We are opposite St Mary’s in the Baum Church.

You can book your train tickets through Trainline here.

Published: 23rd May, 2021

Updated: 26th May, 2022

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Location: 31 Toad Lane, Rochdale, Manchester, OL12 0NU

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