Green-fingered residents in Todmorden will now find it easier to grow their own fruit and veg, thanks to the launch of Calderdale Council’s community growing pilot in the town. And if it bears fruit, people across Calderdale could have a blooming marvellous chance to get involved. Community growing is for groups of people who want… read more … about Grow for it!>>
Couples looking for the perfect venue for their wedding, civil partnership or renewal of vows, have the chance to explore the fantastic setting of Shibden Hall and the Mereside Visitor Centre, as the Hall opens its doors for the Shibden Wedding Fair. Shibden Hall in Halifax, is now licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies, and… read more … about Plan your perfect day at the Shibden Wedding Fair>>
Calderdale continues to punch above its weight in terms of new business start-ups both regionally and nationally. During the past few years the borough has frequently been in the top three best performing areas in the Yorkshire and Humber region. During January the Council’s New Enterprise Business Start Up programme received a record high of 96… read more … about Calderdale means business>>
Young people in Calderdale are invited to our annual apprenticeship evening to find out about exciting apprenticeship opportunities available to them when they leave school. On Thursday 13 March 2014 from 4.00pm until 7.00pm, at The Shay Stadium, Halifax, young people will be able to meet a range of businesses that can provide apprenticeship opportunities,… read more … about Opportunities galore for young people in Calderdale>>
Calderdale Council is supporting the Pageturners children’s book festival – a new regional festival promoting reading amongst young people. The Pageturners festival, which is the first of its kind in Calderdale, will launch on Friday 7 March with a World Book Day Quiz, followed by the official launch at the Central Library, Halifax on Saturday… read more … about 28 authors, 39 venues, nine days…one incredible new festival!>>
Calderdale Council is backing national Dignity Action Day on 1 February 2014, to encourage local people to help make a difference to those in care. It’s a national initiative led by the Dignity in Care Campaign. It aims to raise awareness of dignity in care – ensuring that people in care are respected, treated as… read more … about Making a difference to people in care>>
A swashbuckling exhibition of pirates, treasure and adventure featuring original drawings from Pirates ‘n’ Pistols, the award winning children’s book by Chris Mould is coming to Bankfield Museum, Halifax on 25 January – 26 April 2014. The exhibition will be officially launched with a book signing with the artist Chris Mould on Saturday 25 January… read more … about Pirates are coming to Bankfield Museum>>
Calderdale Council’s Cabinet has announced budget plans to freeze Council Tax and continue to protect frontline services in 2014/15. The budget proposals for the next three financial years were revealed at a Cabinet meeting held at Halifax Town Hall on Monday 13 January 2014. Leader of Calderdale Council, Cllr Tim Swift said: “Our budget proposals… read more … about Calderdale unveils Council Tax freeze>>
You know the feeling. The festive celebrations are over and you feel like you’ve overindulged. January is a great chance for you to trim the waist, get your energy back and save your money for something special. Calderdale Council is giving local people handy tips to help them feel fantastic by eating healthier, exercising more,… read more … about Feel fantastic in 2014>>
