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Community & What's On — Oldham, Failsworth & Surrounding Areas

Browse side-by-side monthly calendars for Failsworth (M35) and surrounding Oldham (OL1–OL9), Droylsden (M43), and Moston/Newton Heath (M40), plus what is on over the next 7 days.

Local What's On Calendars

Click any date on either calendar below to view that day's times, venues, and official links.

October 2026
Calendar 1 • Hyperlocal M35

Failsworth, Woodhouses & M35

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Calendar 2 • Surrounding Areas

Oldham (OL1–OL9), Droylsden (M43) & Moston (M40)

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What's On in the Next 7 Days

Automatically shows all local drop-ins, classes, and special events taking place over the coming 7 days from today.

Search All Local Groups, Warm Spaces & Events

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Key Local Community Hubs & Libraries

Failsworth Library & Warm Welcome Space (M35 0FJ)

Failsworth Town Hall, Oldham Road (2 minutes from the surgery). Free Wi-Fi, computers, Knit & Natter (Mon), Warm Welcome Tea & Toast (Tue), Bounce & Rhyme (Wed), Family Crafts (Thu), and Games Club (Fri).

Visit Oldham Libraries →

The Hope Centre & Community Café (M35 0FP)

23 Partington Street, Failsworth. Welcoming community café (Tuesday to Friday), bereavement & craft group (Tue), cash bingo (Thu), youth club (Fri), and Slimming World (Sat).

Visit The Hope Hub →

Failsworth Life & Oldham What's On Directories

Updated weekly every Thursday alongside Oldham Council's official What's On calendar and local community pages.

Social Prescribing & Community Connectors

Would you benefit from help connecting with local groups, befriending, or practical support? Call our reception team on 0161 357 1600 and ask about our Social Prescribing Link Worker.

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Page last reviewed: 29 October 2026. Updated weekly every Thursday. Content owner: Dr Mark Wilshere.

Recent Patient Feedback • October 2026

What Our Patients Say & Why Join Quayside

Verified 5-star Google reviews shared by patients at Quayside Medical Practice in 2026

"I cannot put into words how fantastic this GP surgery is! From the receptionists who are always so lovely, friendly and helpful and always try to go the extra mile to help me, to the doctors and nurses who do the same — what stands out the most is I feel listened to, understood, and I feel in safe hands. The care provided is a full team effort, and more importantly that team includes me as the patient. I cannot thank you all enough!"
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"My grandmother and I attended her GP appointment yesterday. Unfortunately, due to car trouble, we arrived a little late. From the moment we arrived, Georgina on reception was incredibly friendly and welcoming. She kindly contacted the doctor to see if he would still be able to see us. Dr. Panicker was very accommodating and managed to fit us in despite our late arrival. During the appointment, he was extremely thorough, polite and took the time to listen. He gave us a clear summary at the end of the consultation and made sure all of our questions had been answered before we left. Overall, it was a very positive experience. We would like to say a big thank you to both Georgina and Dr. Panicker for their kindness, professionalism and for making such a positive impression of the GP service."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"Dr Wilshere was very helpful and informative. He took time to explain matters and provided reassurance. Called surgery at 8am, appointment at 9am — overall a very good experience."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"What a wonderful doctor... he listened, empathised and made me feel like it mattered that I felt unwell... he was the best doctor I've seen since the late 80's when my doctor was Dr Sturgess. I can only hope he's there to stay and not a locum doctor."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"Dr Crutchley was fantastic."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"Attended with my wife for her flu jab today and asked if my appointment could be brought forward from Monday. The young receptionist went to check with the nurse and came back smiling — 'you're on!' So nice of her and willing to go a step further for a patient. Well done."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"I can only speak to my own experience, but so far as a new patient I’ve been really impressed with the service and the staff who have been nothing but helpful, and after being at my last practice that was something that I was certainly concerned about... Overall, I think they are certainly from my own experience recently extremely efficient and responding in a timely manner to queries especially via email."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"Always friendly & helpful staff here. Just had a flu vaccine, was in & out, no waiting around. Thanks Quayside."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"An excellent appointment. Very knowledgeable and a very good communicator."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
"Exceptional in customer service and quick in attending to patients."
— Registered Patient — October 2026 (5★ Google Review)
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Keppel Building, Ashton Road West,
Failsworth, Manchester, M35 0AD
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