Our market towns and villages are filled with small, independent shops selling products that you're not likely to find in shopping malls.

In Halifax, browse the shops of the iconic Piece Hall, wander through the recently developed Westgate Arcade, or visit Harveys, one of the oldest independent department stores, You can still sample high street shopping at the Woolshops  Shopping Centre - Halifax Town Centre offers a variety of appeal.

Hebden Bridge was ranked one of the "the best range of locally owned shops in the UK" by the New Economics Foundation, and has been awarded the Gold Standard (environment award) by the British Council of Shopping Centres in recognition of the high quality improvements made to the street scene.  Enjoy the traffic free-streets and browse the many independent shops by the river and canal - you're sure to find something to suit your tastes.

New life for historic buildings gives a different slant on shopping. Visit the first ever co-operative in Todmorden, Hebden Bridge Mill or Brooks Mill at Elland for mill shop bargains. At nearby West Vale, Andy Thornton's Architectural Antiques packs furniture, lighting, decorative wood, fireplaces and many architectural antiques into 60,000 square feet at Victoria Mill.  Just amazing.

In all the towns, cafe's offer the chance to take the weight off your feet with a soothing drink and a bite to eat.

Calderdale is renowned for its vibrant and colourful markets which are a cornerstone of shopping across the district.   From the Victorian splendour of Halifax Borough Market to the solar

The Grade 2* listed Halifax Borough Market, with its Victorian facade and lofty octagon, was named best market hall in England 2008, whilst Sowerby Bridge Market stands at the heart of the town and is currently the most  sustainable market in Yorkshire. Visit Todmorden indoor and outdoor market. The indoor market is a fine example of a traditional stone and cast iron market hall and popular with group visits, or sample the delights of Hebden Bridge, Elland or Brighouse markets.

All the markets bring together quality local produce, meat, bread, cheeses, with hardware, cloths, flowers and much more, complementing our many food shops and cafe's.

The indoor markets are open daily, excluding Sundays, whilst the outdoor markets run on various days, interspered with flea markets and other specialist markets.

Full details of opening times can be found under the markets section of the Calderdale Council website.