1. North District
Crompton, Royton North, Royton South, and Shaw
The four wards, which are included in the North District of Oldham, are highlighted here along with the elected councillors who represent them.
Councillors and ward surgeries
Find out who your local Councillors are:
Councillors hold regular ward surgeries where you can discuss any issues in your neighbourhood.
Are you facing hardship or distress?
The AV Davies charity provides financial support and assistance to residents living in the Shaw and Crompton areas, or organisations helping residents living in these areas. Help is usually provided through the purchase of goods or services for a specific purpose:
AV Davies Charity application form
Help near you
Oldham Council, together with its partners, is delivering more services locally as part of its drive to better meet residents’ needs.
Citizens Advice Oldham
Provides advocacy services and advice on housing, homelessness, and money management:
TOG MIND (Tameside, Oldham & Glossop)
Offers mental health support and advice services, providing early intervention and primary care. TOG MIND empowers individuals and communities to live well:
Family Hubs
Family Hubs are one-stop shops where you can access all the help and support you need to ensure your child is healthy, safe, and well cared for. From maternity appointments and health visitor contacts to stay-and-play sessions and breastfeeding support, you can access face-to-face help in our Family Hubs across Oldham:
Libraries across Oldham’s five districts also offer essential services to meet the specific needs of local residents, whether you’re seeking support with money management, mental health, or housing.
Advice and support drop-ins
Activity Description Location Time
TOG MIND Appointment only
TOG Mind mental health support for individuals aged 18+ dealing with anxiety and isolation.
Royton Town Hall
Rochdale Rd
Royton
OL2 6QG
9.30am – 5pm
Mahdlo – Meet and Mingle Lunch from 12pm
In association with Chatty Café. For all ages: activities, social contact, and support.
Mahdlo
Egerton Street
Oldham
OL1 3SE
10am – 1pm
Older Together Friendship Club (Age UK)
Welcoming space for older people to chat, share experiences and join fun, engaging activities.
Downey House,
St Paul’s, Church Road
Royton
OL2 5JS
11am – 2pm
Welcome Centre – St Aidan & Oswald's R.C. Church
Hot meals, food parcels, personal care items, and clothing for people in need.
St Aidan & Oswald RC Church
Vaughan Street
Royton
OL2 5DL
10.30am – 12 noon
Andy’s Man Club
Men’s mental health charity offering free weekly support groups for men 18+—a safe space to talk.
Oldham Event Centre
Off Hilbre Avenue
Royton
OL2 5BL
From 7pm
Salvation Army Shaw
Food bank available to residents.
Salvation Army Church
Farrow St E
Shaw
OL2 8QY
11am – 1pm
Bring Me Sunshine
Music, crafts & fun for ages 40–94. Entry £1–£3.
Tandle View Court
Rochdale Road
Royton
OL2 5QT
1pm – 4:30pm
Knit and Natter
Friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat.
Royton Library
Rochdale Road
Royton
OL2 6QJ
10am – 12 noon
Knit and Natter
Friendly group for knitting, crocheting and chat.
Crompton Library
7 Farrow Street
Shaw
OL2 8QY
10am – 12 noon
Baby Bistro
Infant feeding support hosted by Home Start.
Shaw and Crompton Family Hub
High Street
Shaw
OL2 8RF
9:30am – 11:30am
REAL Group
Support for parents with children's development (age 2).
Shaw Family Hub
High Street
Shaw
OL2 8RF
1pm – 2pm
Oldham Youth Service
Meet new friends and get involved in a variety of activities.
Royton Town Hall
Rochdale Rd
Royton
OL2 6QG
TBC
Community Impact (FCHO)
FCHO Community Impact Team support for tenants needing help & advice with finances and more.
First Choice Homes Oldham
22 Union Street
Oldham
OL1 1BE
1pm – 4pm
Your District Team
Your District Team works at district level to improve the neighbourhoods they serve.
The team is led by a District Co-ordinator who works with a wide range of services and organisations to meet the unique needs of the District.
Contact
Your District Co-ordinator is Place Team North
- Email: Place.TeamNorth@oldham.gov.uk
- Phone: 0792 160 4411