Community service in Oldham

“Popped in to the local Lidl which because of Tesco, asda and Aldi being closer, just never got round to going to Lidl. It's on Broadway next to McDonald's and there's plenty of parking and is easy to get to. Entering the store, there are donuts and croissants displayed on the right with fruits on the left. I found the store very spacious and not busy so managed to wander around freely. The place is very clean and all the staff were friendly and always smiling. Prices are reasonable but not many offers like you would get in Tesco or Asda. The place I would say is close to the design of Aldi. They also have little cute trolleys for the children which I think is a nice touch. Didn't see any bathroom inside but there's McDonald's across the road so can always use bathrooms there if needed. Will make an effort to come here more often.”

“Good store nice friendly staff always stocked well”

“It's a very good shop, and it's friendly and they have a good range of things.”

“Great, especially now they've sorted out the pool.”

“Excellent venue for swimming, pool and lockers in excellent condition, staff were cleaning everything before we entered the pool area.”

“Pizza pan is very underrated. I highly recommend!”

“Even though we have moved out of Chadderton we still always use this takeaway to get a set meal for 3 (which feeds 4 easily, with leftovers, and is very reasonably priced at £30 odd). The food is well cooked and fresh. It's the best Chinese takeaway I have had. The only slight quibble is that it would be amazing if they could have a few gluten free options, the lady on the phone did not seem to understand the term 'gluten free' and so my coeliac brother in law had to make do with a gluten free egg fried rice and chicken from Mabel's Chippy Middleton via Ubereats, and the chicken was nice but the egg fried rice was flavourless, and it cost as much as our entire set meal for 3!”

“Good clean pub, good company. Landlady and Landlord do a great job.”

“Great local great pint and good prices traditional local went twice this week as staying in Oldham for work”

“Great local pub with friendly staff and good prices on beer. Just beware of ordering spirits as they can end up being very expensive for a double. Sunday dinner is really cheap and cheerful at less than 7 quid for a HUGE plate of food that even a fat guy like me can never finish. Saturday night atmosphere is great with karaoke.”

“Fantastic pub. Very welcoming, and a great group of friendly regulars (often accompanied by equally friendly dogs) without feeling exclusionary. My new local since relocating and couldn't hope for a better one. Check out Saturday night karaoke!”

“Amazing. The staff! Prices! Service is the best I'm telling you. This branch. Is great. My people. Scott and his team inside date shop are too good. Yardmen quaig and his team always help me out. So friendly. So helpful. I feel welcome. I could go to jewson or selco but i am loyal.”

“Went to see a panto Aladdin here recently. Parking was really easy and was free for a limited time NOTE (you still need to obtain a ticket from the machine though and display in windscreen). The pantomime was great, the layout in the hall was fabulous, viewing was great, stage layout/set up was fab. The staff in there were all so helpful too!”

“As someone who finds themselves in Uppermill pharmacy rather frequently, could not ask for a better pharmacist than Jack! He always helps in anyway possible to ensure I get my prescriptions and offers advice whenever needed.”

“Phoenix nights on steroids. Karaoke on a Friday and Saturday, all things to all men and ladies. Rich and poor old and young are all here getting stuck in. Cheap booze too, what's not to like.”

“Highly Recommended!!! We would not use anyone else after dealing with this company for our past two properties. They are efficient, reliable and extremely professional. Nothing is too much trouble. The property market was all new to us when we first went to them and they were more than helpful if we ever had any questions. I have recommended family and friends, who have received the service we did.”

“Used this firm to settle a large matter and cannot recommend them enough!! Mr Leong was very professional in the way he handled the matter even when other unforeseen issues cropped up. He was very reassuring and made me feel confident of his abilities. He was able to answer all the questions I had (and I had alot) And kept me up to date on any progress that got made. His team were also knowledgeable and each member I spoke/dealt with was very professional in their approach. Would definitely recommend anyone to contact Mr. Leong if they need help in legal matters. If anything ever happens again. I will be sure to come back! I will recommend to all friends and family! Thank you!”

“Come here all the time. It’s brilliant. Bakery section is very good. Store can get busy at certain times of the day.”

“Shopped here for quite literally my entire life as its just down the road and never had any issues”

“Been going to this place for years and every time and service or food never disappoints. We usually go as a family of 9. The portions are generous and it's reasonably priced. The only issue is parking as it's a busy street. The food is really good and something different. Od highly recommend the zatta mix and bread rolls.”

“Ah, Cheerful Garden. A name that conjures up memories of my OG Fiat Punto, Friday nights, and the purest form of salt and pepper chicken imaginable. My cousin and I, two seasoned veterans of Friday night feasts, embarked on a pilgrimage back to the hallowed halls of this culinary institution after nearly two decades - both having moved away. The anticipation was palpable. Would the magic still be there? Had the years dimmed the flavor, dulled the spice? We nervously approached the dimly lit sign, our hearts pounding like teenage drummers. The aroma hit us like a tidal wave, a symphony of sesame oil, garlic, and pure, unadulterated deliciousness. Nostalgia washed over us, stronger than a particularly potent Satay sauce. But alas! Tragedy struck. After rattling off our order with the fervor of a seasoned auctioneer, I was met with a chilling realization. The sight of a grown man totting up on a casio calculator can only mean one thing... cash only. My heart sank. Years of climbing the corporate ladder, of meticulous budgeting, of carefully navigating the treacherous waters of modern finance, had all led to this – a cash-only Chinese takeaway. Despair threatened to consume us. Luckily, my cousin, a man of resources (and apparently, a card-carrying member of the American banking system), had plastic. But the ordeal was far from over. Finding a cash machine in Lees, a town that seemed to exist outside the realm of modern convenience, proved to be a Herculean task. We circled the "Co-op" (now an Aldi, a cruel twist of fate), only to find ourselves cash-less and craving. Just as hope began to dwindle, a beacon of light – a cash machine shimmering beside the legendary "Legends" – appeared. And whilst it accepted his Bank of America card, it was clear that the Chinese gods smiled upon us. And then, the feast. Salt and pepper chicken that could convert even the most ardent vegetarian, chow mein that danced on the tongue, black pepper chicken that set our souls on fire. The Singapore vermicelli, oh the vermicelli! And the soup, a fiery elixir that warmed our souls and banished all memory of our cash-related woes. Now, let's be real, reheating takeout is an art form. But even after a journey longer than most cross-country road trips and a brief stint in the air fryer, the Cheerful Garden experience remained unparalleled. It was an 11 out of 10 performance, an oriental masterpiece that could only have been orchestrated by the culinary gods themselves. If I didn't know any better, I'd say they must have droned it in from Beijing. Now, another 20 years may pass before I have a legitimate reason to return to Oldham. But when I do, you can bet your sweet and sour pork that Cheerful Garden will be my last stop.”

“It's been my favourite chippy for over 20 years I've tried every chippy around and found some good ones but always end up back at Great wall.”

“Best Chinese chippy in Oldham. Never had a bad meal from here but sadly will close their doors for good on 7th May 2023 at 10pm.”

“As a group of mtb cyclist we visit this cafe quite frequently. Over the years we have never had a problem with the service always spot on. And the food is always excellent”

“Great place, nice beer, friendly staff, good pool table, karaoke on Sunday with a marvellous host and play your cards right. A nice friendly atmosphere in there. Good luck to the new landlady.”

“Top quality haircut and beard trim, potentially best prices in the area and customer service is great. Always feel welcomed and great chat whilst there”

“Very good variety same goes with quality and price. 5 star hygiene rating aswell very few in Oldham Shows staff actually care.”

“Amazing shop and staff, highly recommend”

“Great place to shop and free parking. Also TK Max next door to pop into. Sainsburys has Argos instore at the back which is also extremely handy”

“Booked for birthday party. Excellent service and very welcoming staff”