The wait is almost over! Gentleman Jack will be on BBC1 this Sunday at 9pm – the story of our very own Anne Lister from Shibden Hall. Find out more about this extraordinary woman and the fantastic place in which she lived here.
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Taste Ramadan: Community Iftar at Hopwood Lane Masjid
Ramadan is an auspicious time for Muslims; wherein one reflects and contemplates much on the relationship we have with God Almighty. We feel privileged, as a pillar of the Halifax community, to be able to provide a facility where we can open the fasts of the local Muslim community. We would therefore like to cordially … Continue reading Taste Ramadan: Community Iftar at Hopwood Lane Masjid
Memory Lane Cafe Spring Newsletter
The Spring newsletter from Memory Lane Cafe is now available to download here. Memory Lane Cafe is a local community group established to provide support for people affected by dementia, other memory problems, and isolation. There are regular cafes in Sowerby Bridge (St. Paul’s Church) and in Halifax (Maurice Jagger Centre). They offer a varied … Continue reading Memory Lane Cafe Spring Newsletter
New cycle stores for Halifax
New, eye-catching bike racks are appearing around Halifax town centre, as part of cycle-friendly measures across the borough. Calderdale Council and the Halifax Business Improvement District (BID) have worked together to commission four new cycle storage facilities in the town. The colourful storage racks each have space for up to eight bikes and will be … Continue reading New cycle stores for Halifax
Tour de Yorkshire Stage 4 from the Piece Hall on Sunday 5 May
Halifax has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag Award for several years in a row, which recognises both great entertainment and hospitality. The award is only given to towns and cities that meet or surpass standards of excellence and Halifax definitely does that. The West Yorkshire town is home to some amazing attractions including Eureka! … Continue reading Tour de Yorkshire Stage 4 from the Piece Hall on Sunday 5 May