Emergency work is essential at Middleton’s Grade II listed Hopwood Hall following a structural survey revealing safety issues. Urgent Repairs Needed at Historic Hopwood Hall Due to Safety Concerns Middleton’s Hopwood Hall needs emergency repairs. The council reported this news recently. It’s a historic building with Grade II status. Rochdale Council did a structural survey…
Council scraps controversial cuts to bowling greens and Middleton Crematorium after public outcry. Rochdale Council Backtracks on Cuts to Bowling Greens and Crematorium Hey, guess what I just read? Rochdale Council changed some plans. They won’t cut bowling green care, and Middleton Crematorium won’t lose services either. Locals spoke up, and the council listened. These…
Council tax in Rochdale may rise 4.99%. Budget cuts of £5.5M are needed. Changes to bins, crematorium and bowling greens on table. Rochdale Council Tax Increase Potential plus Other Key Council Changes Rochdale’s council tax could increase by 4.99 percent. The council cabinet will discuss it next week, with a final decision expected on February…
Dispute halts Hopwood Hall restoration between the council and actor Hopwood DePree, sparking community division and uncertainty. Council Actor Spat Divides Community Hopwood Hall Restoration Stalls Hopwood Hall’s restoration faces issues. The plan aimed to restore the hall, involving the community’s work. Historic England also shows disappointment. Rochdale Council owns Hopwood Hall. They have a…