A historic painting by the famous Alfred Walter Bayes has been conserved and is one of many fascinating things to see on the new taster tours of Todmorden Town Hall. The painting of a cricket match at Centre Vale has been on display in the Grade I listed building since 1977. The picture was suffering… read more … about Painting links past, present and future at Todmorden Town Hall>>
Repair works to make Calderdale Industrial Museum safe and watertight will be considered by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet on Monday 7 March. This follows continued work with the Calderdale Industrial Museum Association (CIMA) to find a way to enhance access to the important collection. The museum’s walls have deteriorated over time, and work started last year… read more … about Next steps for Calderdale Industrial Museum>>
As residents and businesses in flood hit areas of Calderdale recover from the devastating floods of Boxing Day, Calderdale Council is offering advice for making insurance claims and ensuring reputable contractors are hired for any building work needed. Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development, Cllr Barry Collins, said: “Knowing how to claim… read more … about Advice on insurance and repairs following flooding>>
Over 420 tonnes of steel, held together by more than 40,000 nuts and bolts are being manoeuvred into place to build Halifax’s new Central Library and Archive. The steel framework is emerging out of the site adjacent to the Piece Hall as the construction project reaches its next major milestone. It will take up to… read more … about Spire and steel make new Central Library>>
A Grade II listed building in Halifax has been given a new lease of life as a state-of-the-art centre for learning for children and adults. The impressive Heath Campus, in the Skircoat area, is now fully occupied after undergoing a £3.5 million makeover funded by a range of organisations. The building, which is owned by… read more … about Bringing learning back to life at Heath>>
Extra care has been taken with construction work at the Piece Hall and new Central Library and Archive to keep a pair of nesting kestrels safe during the major development project in Halifax. The birds of prey, which are protected by law, took roost in the spire of the former Square Church on the site… read more … about A heavenly place to roost>>
The renovation of the historic Princess Buildings in Halifax is well underway. The work will see a modern office environment provided whilst preserving significant heritage features, and people will be able to see the new extension taking shape over the next few weeks. The Grade II* listed building is being refurbished as part of Calderdale… read more … about Princess Buildings on track for bright future>>
Major deterioration of the Industrial Museum building in Halifax means that Calderdale Council is working with Calderdale Industrial Museum Association (CIMA) to look at its future. An inspection by Council officers last week found a number of new defects in the external walls. In particular, the bricks in the north wall (facing the Woolshops car… read more … about Calderdale Industrial Museum>>
Todmorden town centre could soon be set for a funding boost as Calderdale Council’s Cabinet discuss proposals for the future of the town’s Development Board. The Todmorden Development Board was established in 2013, and currently comprises of elected members from Calderdale Council and Todmorden Town Council. Since its creation, the Board has made some real… read more … about Driving development in Todmorden>>
