We're working with our friends at Culture Co-op, Theatre In Flow, and Rochdale Youth Service to provide some great events in Freehold - including DJ workshops, art sessions, haircare workshops, and winter community gatherings open to all residents.
Download our booklet now for full details of these upcoming events.
Improvement update for Freehold - updated January 2025
Last year, we consulted with you about our plans to improve the security of the Freehold area. A big thank you to everyone who came along to one of our drop-in events, completed our online survey, or spoke to a member of the RBH team.
We have had a range of specialist surveys completed over the last few months and the design work is ongoing with our appointed architects. We will keep you updated once we have more information to share.
All the options we looked at during the consultation were designed with three main goals:
- improving security and access to homes by creating zones focused around existing stairwells
- creating a new entrance feature to each zone
- creating better refuse and recycling facilities
The preferred design option includes a mix of brickwork and railings, and new plants to add greenery. In addition to the security measures around the stairwells, this will include essential improvement works to the walkways and flooring.
Our community drop-in sessions are an opportunity to meet with members of your RBH Neighbourhood Team in person. There's no appointment needed, and you can get help and support with a variety of things, including reporting repairs, paying your rent, dealing with damp and mould, tackling anti-social behaviour, and much more.
You can also simply pop in and see us for a chat and a brew!
At every drop-in you will be able to talk to a member of our Engagement Team and one of your local Neighbourhood Housing Officers, plus your Income Officer and a Money Advisor. No appointment or booking is required, just drop in and say hello.
Our Freehold drop-ins take place on the final Friday of the month (10am until 4pm) at the Freehold Annex, Olney, OL11 4LQ.
