Things To Do
Halifax
Britain’s last surviving cloth hall, featuring independent shops, cafes and bars, heritage visitor centre, art gallery and a spectacular events programme.
The former home of Anne Lister, recently made famous in the BBC TV drama Gentleman Jack.
Geared towards children up to the age of 11, Eureka! is a hands-on museum with more than 400 interactive exhibits in six different zones.
At 275 feet, it is the tallest structure in Calderdale and the tallest folly in the world, and was erected in the four years between 1871 and 1875.
A Museum since 1887, Bankfield tells the story of Halifax and Calderdale, using its rich and diverse collections.
Britain’s last surviving cloth hall, featuring independent shops, cafes and bars, heritage visitor centre, art gallery and a spectacular events programme.
The former home of Anne Lister, recently made famous in the BBC TV drama Gentleman Jack.
Geared towards children up to the age of 11, Eureka! is a hands-on museum with more than 400 interactive exhibits in six different zones.
At 275 feet, it is the tallest structure in Calderdale and the tallest folly in the world, and was erected in the four years between 1871 and 1875.
A Museum since 1887, Bankfield tells the story of Halifax and Calderdale, using its rich and diverse collections.
Tourist Towns to visit
Leeds
A good-looking 18th-century pile on the outskirts of Leeds set in 100 acres of lush Yorkshire countryside. Perhaps unexpectedly, the mansion is home to a flock of hopelessly cute Humboldt penguins.
One of the best preserved Cistercian monasteries in the country, founded over 800 years ago. Kirkstall Abbey is a feat of historic architecture set amid a haven of wildlife and greenery.
Activities nearby
Just 10 minutes drive away. A unique, family-friendly destination, home to over 100 animals, from reindeer and lemurs to tortoises and lizards, all lovingly cared for by our dedicated team of experts.
Imagine being able to bounce around, crash into friends (big and small), roll upside down and knock the kids over, without it hurting and without getting into trouble.
Just 30 minutes away by car, this offers 3 levels from including a 50 metre zip line and an 11 metre plummet!
Imagine being able to bounce around, crash into friends (big and small), roll upside down and knock the kids over, without it hurting and without getting into trouble.
Eating Out
Award winning restaurant just 5 minutes drive. Wonderful location and building, great for a proper family meal out.
Great Indian restaurant, literally one minute walk across the road from The Vicarage! Eat-in, or just order and collect and get a discount!
Only a 5 minute walk from The Vicarage. Wonderful cafe with great breakfasts, lunch and afternoon tea. Cakes, ice creams and gift shop. Also has a fab petting farm for the kids!
Just 2 minutes walk! Lovely, family-run Italian restaurant. Great food, welcoming atmosphere.
Walking & Cycling
From our front door – lovely walking around Hartshead Moor with views across towards Holme Moss and the border with Lancashire.
Lots of history – Brontes, Luddites and Robin Hood
Great pub on the route – The White Gate
Castle Hill Huddersfield – Historic Site/Structure
Ogden Reservoir Nature Reserve is just 25 minutes away.
National Parks – Peak District, Yorkshire Dales and North Yorks Moors all less than an hour and half drive
Lovely former railway track less than a mile away – Spen Valley Greenway