Halifax

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Halifax is Calderdale's largest town, with stunning Victorian architecture and a strong industrial heritage. It is home to the unique Piece Hall, Eureka! The National Children's Museum, and the Halifax Minster. You will also find markets, independent and high street shops, theatres and many great places to eat and drink.

Top things to see & do

Shibden Hall & Estate

Shibden Hall dates back to 1420 and offers visitors a fascinating journey through the lives of the people who lived and worked here, including the noted diarist Anne Lister (1791 - 1840).

Pride & Provenance

Enjoy tea & coffees, wine, cured meats & salamis, bread & oil, cheeses, sandwiches, sides and salads and more at this award-winning cafe, wine bar and restaurant.

Ogden Water Country Park

Ogden Water is a very popular destination for picnics, walking, family outings and nature activities and was officially Yorkshire’s Favourite Reservoir in 2018, having won a public vote.

Bankfield Museum

Bankfield’s exhibitions cover local history, costume, art, toys, military history, jewellery and textiles from around the world

Culture & Heritage

The Piece Hall

Britain’s magnificent and last surviving cloth hall is an open-air courtyard surrounded by bars, restaurants, cafes and shops.

Food & Drink

Victorian Craft Beer Cafe

The Halifax & Calderdale CAMRA Pub of the Year 2022.

Upcoming events

This charming market town exudes inimitable character and historical vitality and is home to some of Yorkshire’s most famous landmarks. From iconic buildings, independent live music venues, to the splendid Halifax Borough Market, this diverse town has much to offer.

Make your trip happen

From the unique Grade I-listed Piece Hall to Halifax Minster, one of the finest
buildings in Yorkshire, this is a town immensely proud of its heritage.