Category Archives: Community

Calderdale continues to be a place of sanctuary for Ukrainians living in the UK, after fleeing the war in their country. Just over two years on from the launch of the Government’s Homes for Ukraine scheme in Calderdale, around 200 Ukrainians now call the borough home. Thanks to the generosity of Calderdale people, many Ukrainian… read more … about Supporting Ukrainian communities in Calderdale>>

The Ukrainian choir, Hearts Apart, performing on a stage.

Work to transform a playground in Mixenden will start this month, creating a new inclusive and accessible play area for everyone to enjoy. Calderdale Council is delivering improvements in the area around Ash Green Community Primary School, including works to the playground on Sunnybank Road. The playground improvement works are funded by the Council, UKSPF… read more … about Mixenden playground works swing into action>>

Cllr Sarah Courtney outside Halifax Town Hall

People in Calderdale are invited to share their thoughts to inform the creation of a Development Plan Document. This will outline how the Council can support the accommodation needs of Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople communities. There is a national requirement for the Council to prepare a ‘Gypsies and Travellers and Travelling Showpeople Development Plan… read more … about Supporting the needs of Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople communities>>

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The school summer holidays are just around the corner and young people in Calderdale can take part in exciting activities, enjoy nutritious meals and meet new friends in a safe environment, as part of the Healthy Holidays Calderdale programme. Calderdale Council, in partnership with the Community Foundation for Calderdale, has been working with local providers… read more … about Experience a Healthy Holiday this summer>>

Young person enjoying a painting activity as part of the Healthy Holidays programme

A new partnership strategy, setting out a shared commitment to the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector is being reviewed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. Calderdale Council has a proud record of supporting and working in partnership with a thriving and resilient VCSE sector. In recent years, the importance of the sector has been particularly… read more … about Supporting Calderdale’s thriving voluntary sector>>

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A special event will highlight the valuable work of the Armed Forces community, its importance to Calderdale’s heritage and culture, and the support available to past and present members. Families can take part in Armed Forces Day(external link) on Saturday 29 June at a free fun day on Southgate in Halifax town centre. From 9am… read more … about Celebrate Armed Forces Day in Calderdale>>

Residents at the newly completed Beech Hill community in Halifax, came together to celebrate the annual Great Get Together. Over 100 residents who recently moved into their new homes joined social housing landlord, Together Housing and local partners to mark the Great Get Together, celebrating diversity whilst coming together for the first time as a… read more … about Beech Hill residents join Together Housing and partners to celebrate The Great Get Together>>

Shelagh O'Neill

A free new event is taking place on the last Friday of every month at Todmorden Markets. The Meet Market is a regular special evening event, held from 6-8pm in the heart of Todmorden at the outdoor market. Each of the themed, monthly events will feature live music, comedy, street food, drinks and gift stalls…. read more … about A chance to meet, eat and enjoy entertainment in Todmorden>>

Band performing at Todmorden Markets

Events are taking place across Calderdale this national Refugee Week(external link) (17-23 June 2024), with organisations coming together as part of the Year of Culture, to celebrate kindness and inclusion. Through a programme of arts, cultural, sports and educational events, Refugee Week celebrates the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking asylum. This… read more … about Celebrating kindness and inclusion this Refugee Week>>

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