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Rochdale is the birthplace of the co-operative movement. This is the building where it all started, with modern annex, but it's all a bit cramped.
The Rochdale Pioneers Museum is housed in the building where the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers Society began trading on 21 December 1844. The museum is regarded as the birthplace of the modern co-operative movement and is located in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, England.
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Attractive Victorian Gothic revival building opened in 1871. The original spire burnt down in 1883 but was replaced by the present clock tower, which has a restaurant. The Cenotaph opposite Town Hall was designed by Lutyens and unveiled in 1922.
Indoor tarmac go-karting track, speeds up to 40 mph (70 km/h), beginners welcome. Junior karts are for ages 8-14, but children can drive from age 6 on suitably dinky machines.
Twin steam engines Victoria and Alexandra turned a great drum which powered the belts driving a cotton mill. The mill has been demolished but the engines still function.