Todmorden Library is fully reopening, with a special event to mark the occasion and celebrate the Victorian history of the building. The current library building in Todmorden opened in 1897, constructed by Todmorden Industrial and Co-operative Society. A huge celebration took place in the town for its opening. The town’s library has remained at this… read more … about Celebrating Todmorden Library’s fascinating heritage and thriving future>>
A popular Calderdale festival that restarted during the borough’s Year of Culture 2024 is back this weekend. People’s Park Festival of diverse cultures is returning to Halifax on Sunday 3 August, as a CultureDale(external link) legacy and a celebration of South Asian Heritage Month. From 11am to 8pm, a rich mix of film, food, performances… read more … about Major cultural festival returns to Calderdale>>
Calderdale Council’s strong commitment to making life in the borough better for everyone, is being highlighted as part of the annual corporate performance report. At the Cabinet meeting on Monday 30 June 2025, Councillors will discuss the annual report which contains a summary of the Council’s performance between April 2024 to the end of March… read more … about Delivering for Calderdale>>
Halifax is once again flying the Purple Flag, as the town has been awarded the prestigious accreditation for the fifteenth year running. Purple Flag is the gold standard for town centres, like Green Flag for parks and Blue Flag for beaches. The award scheme recognises excellence in the management of the evening and nighttime economy…. read more … about Fifteen years flying the Purple Flag>>
Calderdale school students are busy rehearsing for a major musical performance with a world-renowned orchestra, as part of a CultureDale(external link) legacy project. Calderdale’s Year of Culture may be over, but it’s making a lasting impact, with young people continuing to take part in enriching cultural activities. On Sunday 15 June 2025 at 7.30pm, students… read more … about Year of Culture impact continues as world-famous orchestra and schools join forces>>
12 months, over 550 events, 135 projects, 82 volunteers, over 1000 volunteer hours, more than 100,000 event participants and 50 years of Calderdale celebrated… the landmark Year of Culture has come to an end. Calderdale’s Year of Culture programme launched in April 2024, to mark the borough’s 50th year. And what an amazing birthday celebration… read more … about Calderdale Year of Culture – it’s a wrap!>>
Todmorden-based artist David Chatton Barker will be unveiling a new folkloric map and series of beer mats, which explore and celebrate the lore and legends of sites in the surrounding area. The launch event will be from 6-8pm on 9th May at the Folklore Centre in Todmorden, where David has spent the last six weeks… read more … about Todmorden artist to unveil new folkloric map and beer mat treasure hunt>>
As the incredible Year of Culture in Calderdale draws to a close, a series of striking light installations will be one of the last spectacles marking the grand finale. Since the Year of Culture (CultureDale(external link)) started in April 2024 to celebrate Calderdale’s 50th birthday, over 350 events and 110 projects have been supported. April… read more … about Final CultureDale event will stand out like a beacon>>
The Friends of Todmorden Town Hall are organising a series of celebratory events to mark 150 years since the opening of the flagship building. Todmorden Town Hall opened on 3 April 1875 amidst a day of extraordinary festivities.Triumphal arches were set up across the streets, with flags, banners and streamers. A procession numbering 4000 people… read more … about Todmorden celebrates Town Hall’s 150th anniversary>>
