Bankfield Museum and National Army Museum join forces to mark the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo with a special exhibition. Exhibition commemorates the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment at the Battle of Waterloo Objects on display include Duke of Wellington’s own Waterloo medal and original ‘Wellington Boots’ The ‘Pop Up Pub’, The Duke of… read more … about Waterloo Lives at Bankfield Museum>>
When it comes to shopping for Valentine’s Day, markets in Calderdale offer a refreshing local alternative to high street chains. Whether it’s unique gifts, fresh flowers, special cards or quality produce, you’ll find it all at Calderdale markets. Many people may be opting for a home cooked, romantic meal as an alternative to going out…. read more … about Love your local market this Valentine’s Day>>
Markets in Calderdale could soon be set for a boost, as Calderdale Council’s Cabinet considers the creation of a group specifically looking at developing markets across the borough. At the meeting of Cabinet on Monday 2 February, Members will discuss re-establishing the Cabinet Markets Working Party, which will look at issues relating to the operation… read more … about Making the most of our markets>>
This Christmas, give the gift of your vote to Calderdale markets! The National Association of British Markets Authorities (NABMA) is looking for Britain’s Favourite Market, and is asking people across the UK to cast their vote before the end of December 2014. To help Calderdale markets achieve this coveted title, simply go to www.nabma.com/britainsfavouritemarket(external link) and… read more … about Make your mark for markets this Christmas>>
Christmas shoppers will have a little more change left in their pockets after Calderdale Council announced free Saturday parking will be introduced at four car parks in Halifax town centre from 15 November 2014. It will be free to park all day every Saturday until Christmas in the Council owned car parks in Victoria Street,… read more … about Council launches free Christmas parking>>
The Shibden Estate is getting in the Christmas spirit, by opening its doors for a Christmas Food and Craft Fair on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 November. There will be a variety of stalls over the weekend, offering a wide range of products from delicious homemade cakes, chutneys and jams to beautiful selections of jewellery,… read more … about Get ready for Christmas at Shibden>>
There are dozens of war memorials all over Calderdale. Many are in the places you’d expect, such as in parks and Churchyards, but others are in more unusual places. One of the more intriguing memorials is the Butchers’ Roll of Honour, which is in Halifax Borough Market. This plaque is on the wall towards… read more … about Discovering Calderdale’s ‘hidden’ memorials>>
Residents and visitors not only have a fantastic opportunity to welcome the Tour de France to Calderdale this weekend; they can also visit the Arts Festival, a special Tour de Tod market in Todmorden and a crafts and local produce market at Hebden Bridge. This weekend, there’ll be a real buzz in the air; sporting… read more … about Bring Tour de France shopping to life…>>
Residents, visitors and wannabe traders are being encouraged to support Calderdale’s fantastic markets. From 14 May 2014 to 28 May 2014, it’s Love your local market fortnight. Each year, more than 700 markets across the UK join forces to raise the profile of local markets in an attempt to bring shopping back into the heart… read more … about Bring shopping to life and Love your local market>>
