Where to go
Sightseeing
With over 15 miles of footpaths and a 19th century cotton mill set in the middle of the valley this is a lovely, picturesque place to visit. The river walk to the Mill is the most impressive but can be pretty slippy on wet days, there is an easier route along the gravel road which also leads to the Mill and the café.
102 locals recommend
Hardcastle Crags
Midgehole RoadWith over 15 miles of footpaths and a 19th century cotton mill set in the middle of the valley this is a lovely, picturesque place to visit. The river walk to the Mill is the most impressive but can be pretty slippy on wet days, there is an easier route along the gravel road which also leads to the Mill and the café.
The Museum is run almost entirely by volunteer enthusiasts who believe that the industrial heritage of Calderdale should be preserved and shared with everyone, the museum houses a special collection representing the wide variety of industries that developed in Calderdale in the last 250 years.
7 locals recommend
Calderdale Industrial Museum
Square RoadThe Museum is run almost entirely by volunteer enthusiasts who believe that the industrial heritage of Calderdale should be preserved and shared with everyone, the museum houses a special collection representing the wide variety of industries that developed in Calderdale in the last 250 years.
Shibden Hall is the focus of the BBC drama series written by Sally Wainwright, ‘Gentleman Jack’ exploring the life of Anne Lister (1791-1840) and those who lived in the Hall and Estate. The Hall is surrounded by gardens and estate that forms Shibden Park. There is a café on site, small boating lake, children’s playground and walking trails.
68 locals recommend
Shibden Hall
Lister's RoadShibden Hall is the focus of the BBC drama series written by Sally Wainwright, ‘Gentleman Jack’ exploring the life of Anne Lister (1791-1840) and those who lived in the Hall and Estate. The Hall is surrounded by gardens and estate that forms Shibden Park. There is a café on site, small boating lake, children’s playground and walking trails.
Situated next door to The Piece Hall, The Square Chapel is an institution for the arts, theatre and film. The centre houses the Copper Auditorium, a 115 seater cinema showcasing new Box Office hits and unique one off art films. The Red Brick Auditorium is the 240 seater centre of the Square Chapel, situated in the Grade II listed Georgian Chapel.
16 locals recommend
Square Chapel
10 Square RdSituated next door to The Piece Hall, The Square Chapel is an institution for the arts, theatre and film. The centre houses the Copper Auditorium, a 115 seater cinema showcasing new Box Office hits and unique one off art films. The Red Brick Auditorium is the 240 seater centre of the Square Chapel, situated in the Grade II listed Georgian Chapel.
You can pick up the Pennine Way by driving to the White House, (left from the house, right up to the top) and then parking below the White House public house. It can be incredibly windy up there but don’t be put off, wrap up warm, it’s worth it. Following the Pennine Way you will pass the so called Roman Road over Blackstone Edge, then on to the large stone pillar known as ‘The Aiggin Stone’ a medieval guide post believed to be about six hundred years old.
Blackstone Edge
Pennine WayYou can pick up the Pennine Way by driving to the White House, (left from the house, right up to the top) and then parking below the White House public house. It can be incredibly windy up there but don’t be put off, wrap up warm, it’s worth it. Following the Pennine Way you will pass the so called Roman Road over Blackstone Edge, then on to the large stone pillar known as ‘The Aiggin Stone’ a medieval guide post believed to be about six hundred years old.
Bankfield Museum
Boothtown RoadHarewood House
Keighley and Worth Valley Railway
Station RoadWainhouse Tower
9 Wakefield GateHalifax Minster was the spiritual home of Anne ‘Gentleman Jack’ Lister, who was baptised, worshipped and buried here. Her tombstone is on display inside the Minster.
The Minster Church of St. John the Baptist
Church StreetHalifax Minster was the spiritual home of Anne ‘Gentleman Jack’ Lister, who was baptised, worshipped and buried here. Her tombstone is on display inside the Minster.
Britain’s last surviving cloth hall, now featuring independent shops, cafes and bars, heritage visitor centre, art gallery and with a spectacular events programme hosting the likes of Kaiser Chiefs. A must see.
Piece Hall Art Gallery
BlackledgeBritain’s last surviving cloth hall, now featuring independent shops, cafes and bars, heritage visitor centre, art gallery and with a spectacular events programme hosting the likes of Kaiser Chiefs. A must see.
Based in the centre of Halifax (next door to the Piece Hall) and bringing you the best of film, comedy, live music, workshops and more. Square Chapel has a cinema space, theatre space, cafe bar/terrace.
16 locals recommend
Square Chapel
10 Square RdBased in the centre of Halifax (next door to the Piece Hall) and bringing you the best of film, comedy, live music, workshops and more. Square Chapel has a cinema space, theatre space, cafe bar/terrace.
Neighbourhoods
Hebden Bridge - Known for its quirkiness and creativity, this small town is a lovely place for a spot of shopping, completely devoid of chain stores, you’ll find independent shops from wool to records, buying local is a way of life in Hebden Bridge. The Hebden Bridge Picture House is an independent, not for profit cinema and an original 1920s Art Deco building, showing contemporary films and new releases. You can cycle to Hebden Bridge from Sowerby Bridge along the Rochdale Canal in less than half an hour, or walk in over an hour (you can always jump on the train on the way home from Hebden Bridge to Sowerby Bridge Stn).
139 locals recommend
Hebden Bridge
Hebden Bridge - Known for its quirkiness and creativity, this small town is a lovely place for a spot of shopping, completely devoid of chain stores, you’ll find independent shops from wool to records, buying local is a way of life in Hebden Bridge. The Hebden Bridge Picture House is an independent, not for profit cinema and an original 1920s Art Deco building, showing contemporary films and new releases. You can cycle to Hebden Bridge from Sowerby Bridge along the Rochdale Canal in less than half an hour, or walk in over an hour (you can always jump on the train on the way home from Hebden Bridge to Sowerby Bridge Stn).
Food scene
Family owned vineyard located in the picturesque hills of the Holme Valley in the heart of Yorkshire - Est. 2007! Look around, tour our vineyard and book a table at the beautiful restaurant
28 locals recommend
Holmfirth Vineyard
Woodhouse LaneFamily owned vineyard located in the picturesque hills of the Holme Valley in the heart of Yorkshire - Est. 2007! Look around, tour our vineyard and book a table at the beautiful restaurant
Bolster Moor Farmshop
1a Bolster Moor Rdfavourite pubs
The Fleece Countryside Inn
Ripponden New BankThe Booth Wood Inn
Oldham RoadThe Alma Inn
The Old Bridge Inn
Priest LaneThe Lion
Halifax RoadThe Malthouse
270 Oldham RdAward winning country inn situated a short drive away from Shibden (former home of Ann Lister)
15 locals recommend
Shibden Mill Inn
Award winning country inn situated a short drive away from Shibden (former home of Ann Lister)
Day Trips
Royal Armouries Museum
Armouries DriveYorkshire Sculpture Park
Hebden Bridge Picture House
New RoadHaworth is a quaint, little village, clinging to the edge of the Yorkshire moors. It has picturesque cobbled streets with shops, pubs and cafes where friends visit to unwind over coffee or rest after taking to the hills for a rugged moorland adventure.
167 locals recommend
Haworth
Haworth is a quaint, little village, clinging to the edge of the Yorkshire moors. It has picturesque cobbled streets with shops, pubs and cafes where friends visit to unwind over coffee or rest after taking to the hills for a rugged moorland adventure.
Walking and Cycling
Explore the hills of Yorkshire on an E-Bike, bikes can be hired for the day or the weekend and Juiced Up bikes in nearby Luddendenfoot offer a drop of service, send us some snaps of where you get to!
Top Withens
Stoodley Pike
19 Hare CtStanza Stones Poetry Trail
Bridestones Moor
Eastwood Road
Baitings Reservoir
Not far from the property, a nice easy circular walk
Lovely circular walk and mostly all suitable for kids with bikes, also a great place to go paddleboarding or kayaking
34 locals recommend
Hollingworth Lake
Lovely circular walk and mostly all suitable for kids with bikes, also a great place to go paddleboarding or kayaking
Family day trips
Children's museum, good indoor day trip for the younger children
66 locals recommend
Eureka! The National Children's Museum
Discovery RoadChildren's museum, good indoor day trip for the younger children
Great park for kids, outdoor play area, large open areas for picnic and football and small butterfly world
6 locals recommend
Manor Heath Park
Great park for kids, outdoor play area, large open areas for picnic and football and small butterfly world