Calderdale Council is taking action to protect local heritage, by proposing to give part of West Vale a special conservation status to preserve assets of historic interest. A large part of Calderdale’s distinctive character, which creates local pride and tourism, is thanks to its heritage buildings. The protection and transformation of these buildings contributes to… read more … about Protecting the historic character of Calderdale>>
Category Archives: Towns
Proposals for a new Enterprise Centre at Ferney Lee Road in Todmorden will be considered at the next meeting of the Cabinet on 7 August 2023. The Cabinet will be asked to approve an asset transfer of the Council owned land to the Calder Valley Community Land Trust (CVCLT) at no cost, for the development… read more … about Enterprising use of land>>
Calderdale Council and the Brighouse Town Deal Board are thanking the thousands of people who saw the latest plans for the future of Brighouse, and the hundreds who had their say, during a three-week engagement process on the £19.1 million Town Deal. The government-funded projects, which aim to transform Brighouse by encouraging more people to… read more … about Brighouse residents and businesses thanked for having their say on £19.1 million Town Deal plans>>
Work is progressing as part of a major road improvement programme which is set to improve journey times, reduce congestion and support active travel. The A646/A6033 Corridor Improvement Programme stretches from Todmorden to Skircoat Moor, near Halifax and is being delivered in partnership with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. It aims to address long-standing issues… read more … about Transforming travel around Hebden Bridge>>
Work to transform Elland town centre is progressing, with local feedback being used to develop revised plans for the Southgate area of the town and the Coronation Street car park. Over £6million of funding from the Future High Streets Fund is set to transform the centre of Elland, through improvements to public spaces and the… read more … about Council reveals new plans for Elland town centre following local feedback>>
Brighouse residents and businesses are being invited to discover and discuss the latest designs for the future of the town as work continues on the Town Deal which will see £19.1 million of investment over the next three years. The Brighouse Deal aims to transform the town centre, making it a more attractive place to… read more … about Brighouse’s £19.1 million Town Deal investment – Discover and discuss the latest plans>>
The incredible legacy of Anne Lister has inspired a series of performances which are taking place as part of the Anne Lister Birthday Festival. The famous landowner, entrepreneur, mountaineer, scholar, traveller, and lesbian, Anne Lister was born in Halifax on 3 April 1791. To celebrate the anniversary of her birth, Calderdale Council is supporting a… read more … about Anne Lister’s story inspires new performance works>>
The first 20 new-build homes in the ground-breaking Beech Hill regeneration scheme are nearing completion. A partnership of organisations, including Calderdale Council, Together Housing and Esh Construction, are working with the local community to transform the Beech Hill area of Halifax, supporting thriving towns and places. This involves building 106 new affordable homes and refurbishing… read more … about First new homes at Beech Hill near completion>>
A major new state-of-the-art skills hub is set to be established in Brighouse, supporting high-tech manufacturing and creating opportunities for local people and businesses. The Industry 4.0 Skills Hub is supported by Calderdale Council as part of the Brighouse Deal, with approximately £650,000 of Town Deal funding being invested in the project. Industry 4.0 is… read more … about New facility sparks industrial evolution in Brighouse>>