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It’s now 125 years since the Victoria Theatre in Halifax first opened its doors. To honour this historic milestone, the Council is pulling back the curtain on a year-long celebration of the venue’s rich Victorian heritage and its vibrant future. Since February 1901, the Victoria Theatre has been the beating heart of Calderdale’s cultural scene…. read more … about Going behind the curtain to celebrate 125 years at the Victoria Theatre>>
Other news
Calderdale Council’s ambitious project to transform travel in and around Halifax is moving forward. Construction work at the top of town (western side) is nearly complete, with work around the bottom of town (eastern section) following later this spring. The Council is delivering the A629 phase 2 Halifax town centre project, which is fully funded… read more … about Next Chapter for A629 works in Halifax>>
Calderdale Council is looking to strengthen its commitment to communities, bringing together existing work to ensure that public money delivers maximum benefit for local people, businesses and the environment. At the meeting of the Council’s Cabinet on Monday 9 February, members will consider a new Social Value Framework, setting out what social value means for… read more … about Delivering the best for Calderdale>>
The future of travel in Calderdale and the wider West Yorkshire region is being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet, as members consider two new documents to guide decision-making and investment in transport at a local and regional level. As the strategic transport authority for the region, the West Yorkshire Combined Authority must develop and regularly… read more … about Shaping the future of travel in Calderdale and beyond>>
The next steps in the £2.56million Active Todmorden project are taking shape, with work beginning soon on improving part of the National Cycle Network Route 66, known locally as ‘Tipside’. The Active Todmorden project is one part of the £17.5million Todmorden Town Deal regeneration programme, which is funded by the UK Government and is being… read more … about Active Todmorden project gets moving>>
Last week we heard the sad news of the death of Councillor Mrs Geraldine Carter. To mark the exceptional civic contribution of our Deputy Mayor for the Borough of Calderdale, we will fly the Union Flag at half-mast at Halifax Town Hall from tomorrow, Tuesday 3 February 2026, until our next Full Council meeting,… read more … about Honouring Cllr Mrs Geraldine Carter and Cllr David Kirton>>
News release issued on behalf of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority in partnership with Calderdale Council People, businesses and developers across Calderdale and West Yorkshire are being asked for their views on how the regional proposed Mass Transit system would best support economic growth and development across West Yorkshire. Calderdale is one of the five West… read more … about Region-wide consultation asks how best to maximise benefits of Mass Transit system>>
Calderdale’s significant role in protecting people from the impact and ongoing threat of climate change was showcased at a major regional event. The Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission chose Todmorden Learning Centre and Community Hub as the location for its full meeting on Wednesday 28 January 2026, recognising the outstanding work that communities do together… read more … about Calderdale hosts regional climate meeting ahead of major flooding anniversary>>
The Anne Lister Festival is back for 2026, celebrating the life and legacy of the famous landowner, entrepreneur, mountaineer, scholar, traveller, and lesbian, in her birthplace of Halifax. Anne Lister was born on 3 April 1791 and died on 22 September 1840. Her relatively short life was eventful and unconventional, and her fascinating diaries of… read more … about Festival returns to celebrate the life and legacy of Anne Lister>>
