Visitors to Halifax cannot fail to be impressed by the magnificently ornate structure of Wainhouse Tower, which occupies a windswept position high above the Calder...

Historically, Halifax Playhouse, located within easy reach of the town centre, began life as a Methodist Chapel before being converted into a 260 seat theatre...

A good night out in Halifax must surely include a visit to the town’s popular Victoria Theatre which regularly stages a first rate programme of...

Following an extensive programme of refurbishment People’s Park stands today as a living testament to Francis Crossley who created this tranquil green oasis in 1857...

Situated conveniently close to Halifax railway station Eureka! the museum for children, is a truly innovative and exciting display space which is aimed primarily at...

Calderdale Museum and Art Gallery is a cultural hub in this area and offers a first class complex. Within the museum, visitors are treated...

The Piece Hall in Halifax is without doubt of great architectural importance and stands today as a testament to the town’s glorious industrial past....

The Colne Valley Museum is located within the beautiful valley that it is named after and is a heritage centre that is dedicated to the...

The Halifax Woolshops retail district is a paradise for bargain hunters with around 40 well known outlets all centrally located around an attractive traffic free...

In 1988 the architecturally important Square Chapel stood alone and abandoned, facing an uncertain future. Fortunately, a number of concerned indviduals were loath to let...

Described as an oasis of peace, Halifax Parish Church, discoloured by years of indusrial grime, is one of the town's most impressive landmarks, complete with...

In 1983 Sir Earnest Hall and son Jeremy launched a daunting project to revitalise a huge Halifax carpet factory which had been derelict for many...

Situated in the former home of a Victorian mill owner, Bankfield Museum is rightly regarded as one of the region’s most fascinating public display spaces,...

The Duke of Wellington’s Regiment are one of the proudest parts of the local community, and historically the people of the area have always felt...

Shibden Hall, often described as Halifax’s Historic Home, must surely rank as one of the region’s most popular tourist attractions and during the summer months...

Named after the first mayor of Brighouse, William Smith, this respected West Yorkshire gallery was officially opened by Princess Louise on May 22nd 1907 and...

Victoria Tower, which stands on the flat plateau of Castle Hill some 900 feet above Huddersfield, was constructed to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen...

Situated in the centre of Huddersfield, the Kingsgate Shopping Centre is a real paradise for those in need of some retail therapy. It possesses...

Opened in 1940 and in the ‘stripped classical style’ of the period, this imposing building in the centre of Huddersfield hosts a permanent collection of...

As one of the most progressive regional theatres the Lawrence Batley in Huddersfield plays an important role within the life of the community and has...