Tristram Hunt chooses top ten Industry, Trade & Commerce places that help tell A History of England in 100 Places Tristram Hunt, Director of the V&A, judges the Industry, Trade & Commerce category from hundreds of public nominations in Historic England’s campaign Irreplaceable: A History of England in 100 Places, sponsored by Ecclesiastical Insurance The… read more … about Tristram Hunt chooses top ten Industry, Trade & Commerce places that help tell a History of England in 100 Places>>
Budding young writers in Calderdale have been taking part in a short story writing competition based on BBC Radio 2’s 500 words contest. Children from Calderdale schools have been writing their own short stories on any theme or subject, with entries split into two age categories, 5-9 and 10-13. Overall, over 80 entries were received… read more … about Young writers get creative with 500 words>>
Spring is now hopefully truly underway and many people will be out and about enjoying the countryside and the extensive network of public rights of way in Calderdale. Farmers have also endured a long winter and their livestock including cattle and calves will also soon be appearing in the fields. Calderdale Council would like to… read more … about Staying safe in Calderdale’s countryside>>
Ever wanted to give triathlon a try, but didn’t know where to start? GO TRI, the fun way to access triathlon for the first time is coming to Brighouse and anyone over 16 can take part. GO TRI is a national entry level programme designed by British Triathlon, offering a zero pressure way for complete… read more … about Give triathlon a TRI>>
Joint press release from Calderdale Council and the Environment Agency Calderdale Council has been working with the Environment Agency alongside specialist suppliers to make traffic management as effective as possible during the next stage of flood alleviation works in the village. On Wednesday 9 May, temporary traffic lights will be installed by main contractor VBA… read more … about Innovative technology to improve traffic flow during Mytholmroyd flood works>>
It’s now less than a week until the Tour de Yorkshire arrives in Calderdale with Halifax hosting the start of stage 4 of the race on Sunday 6 May. The race will begin with a ceremonial start at the Piece Hall at around 12.10pm with the official start of the race at King Cross at… read more … about Plan ahead for a Tour-ific day>>
The millions of spectators getting ready to line the route for the 2018 Tour de Yorkshire will have a special treat in store with organisers Welcome to Yorkshire and ASO confirming the largest-ever publicity caravan and ambassadors tour. This popular cycling tradition will see some of the county’s best-loved brands travel behind the women’s… read more … about Largest-ever Tour de Yorkshire caravan and ambassadors tour!>>
With one week to go until the start of the 2018 Tour de Yorkshire, organisers Welcome to Yorkshire and the ASO have unveiled more star names who are set to compete between 3-6 May. Rio 2016 track gold medallist Owain Doull is set to be named in the Team Sky line up which includes British… read more … about More star riders confirmed with one week to go!>>
Three men have been convicted after they broke into pay and display parking machines in North Bridge car park, Halifax. They were brought to justice thanks to strong joint working arrangements in place to keep local communities safe in Calderdale. Calderdale Council’s Parking Services, CCTV team and community safety wardens joined forces with the Police… read more … about Teaming up to keep Calderdale safe>>
