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Restoration of 17th century hall to bring film-set fantasy to life in Chadderton

Published by: Oldham Council
Published: Friday, 10th October 2025

Celebrations were held on the grounds of the historic Foxdenton Hall as it makes its big comeback 
It could be the set of a lavish period drama, with history lingering in every shadow of this dignified building which dates back to the 17th century.
Foxdenton Hall is taking centre stage in a remarkable restoration story — and a celebration was held in the elegant grounds of Chadderton's own time capsule to mark its reimagining.
The hall is poised for a spectacular revival thanks to a £228,000 development grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and £119,000 from Oldham Council.
The funding marks the first phase of an ambitious £3.5 million restoration project, led by the charity Chadderton Together in partnership with Oldham Council, to breathe new life into the Grade II listed hall — a place once home to suffragist Lydia Becker and the Radclyffe family, loyal supporters of King Charles I.
The building has been vacant for 14 years and without the funding, would have been in danger of further deterioration.
The Mayor of Oldham Cllr Eddie Moores described this as an 'exciting new chapter' and paid homage to the 'remarkable' role that volunteers have played in the project, including local favourite Lydia’s Tearoom.

Run in Foxdenton Park by volunteers from Chadderton Together after being restored from a former bowling pavillion by previous Heritage Lottery funding, the tearoom raises funds for the restoration of the hall.
The Mayor also proudly stated that the restoration of Foxdenton Hall is one of his chosen charities of his year in office.
"This historic building means a lot to local people," he said. "Foxdenton Hall is more than a building, it is about community, heritage, and opportunity.
"Supporting this project is a personal priority for me, and I am committed to helping ensure it succeeds.
"I look forward to seeing the Hall restored and full of life again, serving the local community for generations to come."
Oldham Council Deputy Leader Cllr Elaine Taylor said: "It’s a real pleasure to be here today with so many of the local community, alongside our partners Chadderton Together, to celebrate this beautiful Foxdenton Hall building.  


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