Saddleworth Civic Trust's prime purpose is to enhance the quality of life in Saddleworth for residents, workers and visitors alike by conserving, protecting and improving the local environment in Saddleworth.

The key aims of the Society are:

To promote high standards of architecture, planning, conservation and development
To protect and conserve the distinctive Saddleworth landscape and built environment
To raise awareness within the community of architectural, conservation and development issues.