When war broke out in August 1914 there was a huge effort on the part of local communities to support the fighting troops. Large numbers of committees were formed to service all manner of collections – both money and goods – to help men at the front, in hospitals and at their training camps. It … Continue reading Halifax Great War Heritage Society: The Home Front Gears Up For War
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Emergency Services Show this weekend
Come along to the Emergency Services Show at Fire Service Headquarters in Birkenshaw! Saturday July 9, 2016 – 11.30 am to 4.30pm. West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service HQ, Bradford Road, Birkenshaw , BD11 2DY United Kingdom Entry: Adults £2, Under 18s £1, Under 5s Free There will be: FREDDIE THE FIRE ENGINE, ARMY … Continue reading Emergency Services Show this weekend
Ahhrrr! Pirate Days at Shibden Hall this Summer
Pirate Days! <!-- --> 4th August 2016 & 11th August 2016 Ahhrr!! Search for Pirates and take part in our Pirate crafts! It be great fun! Search for Pirates and take part in our Pirate crafts 11am - 12pm, 1pm-2pm and 2pm-3pm at the hall and Cunnery Wood. Booking Essential £4 per child. Free eye … Continue reading Ahhrrr! Pirate Days at Shibden Hall this Summer
Summer mixed Sports Camp at the Inspire Centre
The Inspire Centre Mixed Sport Camps offer a fun,exiting and fulfilling experience allowing you to stay active during the school holidays. Children will have the opportunity to develop new skills and make new friends whilst playing a wide range of sports, including elements of football and rugby throughout the day. Children will benefit from fully … Continue reading Summer mixed Sports Camp at the Inspire Centre