RV Rental Rochdale, ENG

Get out and stretch your legs while in Rochdale when you visit Hollingworth Lake, a 130-acre reservoir. Look for a travel trailer rental near Rochdale and enjoy spending a day at Hollingworth Lake playing on the water or taking guided walks around the lake. Stop into the visitors' center and see the exhibit on local wildlife. Local artists also display their artwork in the small art gallery at the visitors' center. Head out to the lake and watch for waterfowl. Fishing is also allowed, but check with the visitors' center about permits and catch-and-release policies.

One of the oldest parks in Manchester is Tandle Hill Country Park, a 110-acre park with woodlands and open fields. Bring your camera and snap some photos of the Pennine Hills and the Manchester Plains. Many people bring their bicycles along and tackle some of the trails that wind through the park. Bird watchers are on the lookout for twite, lesser redpoll, bullfinch, and thrush. Dogs are welcome at Tandle Hill — just keep your pal on a leash and clean up after them.

Plan a visit to the Healey Dell Nature Reserve after you've found your travel trailer rental in Rochdale. Visitors can wander through this wildlife sanctuary in hopes of catching a glimpse of local wildlife, such as Chinese water deer, red fox, European badger, and red deer. Walk through the reserve along the River Spodden and view unique waterfalls along the river. A disused railway line offers the perfect place to view the reserve from a viaduct that stands about 100 feet tall.

Find the perfect RV rental in Rochdale and reserve your spot at Piethorne Valley Caravan and Motorhome Site, which features spacious campsites to accommodate larger motorhomes. All campsites are level and have electric hookups. You'll enjoy all the creature comforts of home, including showers, restrooms, laundry facilities, a campers' kitchen, and sanitary waste disposal.

Five miles from Rochdale's town center is the Hollingworth Lake Caravan Park. Each campsite is roomy and has electric hookups. Modern showers and laundry facilities are available for guests. The campground is just steps from Hollingworth Lake, where you can spend a weekend boating, fishing, hiking, or biking.

Another convenient place to park your motorhome rental near Rochdale is Burrs Country Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Site. This rural park, located in the town of Bury and near the River Irwell, is an excellent destination for those keen to camp in the English countryside. Shower and laundry facilities are located within the campground. Additional amenities include sanitary waste disposal and restrooms.

While visiting Rochdale, you'll want to check out some of the historic sites in town, such as Rochdale Town Hall. This Victorian building with a Gothic influence is listed on the National Heritage List for England. Snap some photos of the magnificent clock tower and beautifully crafted Gothic ceiling. Guided tours are available, allowing visitors to view much of the craftsmanship within the building. Visitors will also learn about the history of the building and the town and get a glimpse inside the Mayor’s Parlor.

The Rochdale Pioneers Museum should also be on your must-see list. The building once housed the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers Society in the mid-19th century. The society opened one of the world's first co-operatives here, which sold whole foods at fair prices. The museum tells the story of Rochdale’s involvement in social justice reforms on everything from women's rights to education. Visitors can see a replica of the original store and learn more about the town's co-operative movement, which still exists today. The museum also hosts events and workshops throughout the year to promote the heritage of Rochdale.

Even if you're not interested in fire science, a visit to the Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum is a must. The museum even has a replica fire station where visitors can interact with firefighters and see the inner workings of a fire station. Artifacts and exhibits tell the stories of local firefighters past and present. Check out the fully restored fire engines dating back to the early 1900s on display. Visitors can sign up for a guided tour or wander through the museum on their own.