Category Archives: Regeneration

A new welcoming and spacious bar area has now opened at the Victoria Theatre in Halifax, as part of wider improvements at the venue. The Victoria Theatre is a much-loved visitor attraction in Calderdale and a key heritage building in Halifax. Recent significant improvement work, with funding from the Government’s Future High Streets Fund, has… read more … about Shining a spotlight on theatre improvements>>

Staff working at the new Victoria Theatre bar

Calderdale Council’s ambitious project to transform travel in and around Halifax has reached an important milestone, with upgrades to the junction and area at Bull Green. The Council is delivering the A629 Phase 2 Halifax town centre project, which is fully funded through the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s West Yorkshire-plus Transport Fund. Construction is split… read more … about Bull Green upgrades latest milestone for Halifax transformation>>

Aerial image showing work at Bull Green area of Halifax

After a competitive tender process, the contractor who will deliver the UK Government funded Towns Fund transformation of the heart of Brighouse town centre has been appointed. Esh Construction will now develop the plan for construction work to begin, and will work with shops and businesses to ensure they are supported as the work to… read more … about Contractor appointed to deliver transformation of Brighouse town centre>>

In a major milestone for Halifax’s brand new leisure centre for everyone, work is now underway on site at North Bridge to prepare for construction. At the same time, the detailed design stage – the final step before the building phase starts – is progressing well, ensuring every detail for the new centre is meticulously… read more … about New leisure centre for Halifax takes big leap forward>>

The two temporary parklets removed from Brighouse town centre, so the construction of the new market could take place, have been installed in their new homes. The decked areas, with benches, plants and trees, were moved from the Bethel Street car park on the canalside last year with community groups invited to express an interest… read more … about Brighouse’s parklets moved to new homes to ensure communities continue to benefit from investment>>

Work to breathe new life into Todmorden Town Hall is progressing well, with the completion of the first improvements at the iconic building. As part of the £17.5 million Todmorden Town Deal programme of investment, led by Todmorden Town Deal Board, Calderdale Council is delivering improvements to the Town Hall, making it more accessible, welcoming, flexible and… read more … about Investing in a thriving future for Todmorden Town Hall>>

Todmorden Town Hall

A lighter, brighter Halifax Borough Market has now been revealed, as the scaffolding is removed, marking the completion of major works to the building’s roof. The Grade II* listed Halifax Borough Market is being transformed, with £4.5 million from the Government’s Future High Streets Fund being used to update the Victorian market, helping to secure… read more … about Completion of roof marks high point in market transformation>>

Halifax Borough Market from above

The latest plans to improve transport links for Elland, including updates on the planned new rail station and new walking and cycling routes, will be available to view at an upcoming information event in the town. The new rail station for Elland is being delivered by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, in partnership with Calderdale… read more … about Find out more about plans for Elland Rail Station and improved access routes>>

Image of how the new Elland station could look

A new hybrid pitch at the Shay Stadium in Halifax, built to FIFA standards, is now ready for kick-off. The mix of grass and synthetic material provides a high-quality surface, safeguarding the ongoing playing of football and rugby league at the stadium. Work to upgrade the pitch saw the old surface fully removed, and the… read more … about New Shay Stadium pitch to kick off season in style>>

New Shay pitch from above the ground showing the stands and pitch