Even walks in Brighouse attract walkers from further afield so why not join in a fun activity that combines gentle exercise with fascinating insight into the history of Calderdale? Walks take place every second Sunday on a fortnightly basis. Each walk has its own topic of interest and takes place in a different part of … Continue reading Join the Calderdale Heritage Walks every fortnight until March 2020
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His Own Man, A Victorian ‘Hidden’ Muslim: The Life & Times of Robert ‘Reschid’ Stanley by C Longden
His family managed to keep his Muslim identity a secret , for nearly a century. Robert 'Reschid' Stanley's life and times are brought into the light for the first time. This is thanks to the painstaking family history research of his own descendants. Also, through the words of his great x3 granddaughter, Christina Longden. Signed … Continue reading His Own Man, A Victorian ‘Hidden’ Muslim: The Life & Times of Robert ‘Reschid’ Stanley by C Longden
Gentleman Jack costumes exhibition at Bankfield Museum
An exclusive chance to see some of the costumes designed by Tom Pye for Sally Wainwright’s TV series Gentleman Jack. The series about the life of Anne Lister, was filmed largely at her home of Shibden Hall, managed by Calderdale Museums Service. On display at Bankfield Museum are a number of the costumes and props from … Continue reading Gentleman Jack costumes exhibition at Bankfield Museum
Friends of Crow Wood Park present………..
The illustrated diaries of William Henry Scott. A fascinating look at local life through the eyes of the local business man and diarist from 1914 to 1916. The author of the book, and chair of the Halifax Great War Society, Rob Hamilton will be presenting a talk and book signing at this free event on Saturday 30th … Continue reading Friends of Crow Wood Park present………..
Before the Bypass – A walk around King Cross
The King Cross Local History Group are leading a walk around King Cross. 27 October 2019 - 11:00 to 12:30, this event is free. We will visit part of the area that many will remember before it was cleared of the rows of terraced houses and courtyards around Haugh Shaw Road. Included in the visit is one … Continue reading Before the Bypass – A walk around King Cross
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