Over 420 tonnes of steel, held together by more than 40,000 nuts and bolts are being manoeuvred into place to build Halifax’s new Central Library and Archive. The steel framework is emerging out of the site adjacent to the Piece Hall as the construction project reaches its next major milestone. It will take up to… read more … about Spire and steel make new Central Library>>
A Grade II listed building in Halifax has been given a new lease of life as a state-of-the-art centre for learning for children and adults. The impressive Heath Campus, in the Skircoat area, is now fully occupied after undergoing a £3.5 million makeover funded by a range of organisations. The building, which is owned by… read more … about Bringing learning back to life at Heath>>
Extra care has been taken with construction work at the Piece Hall and new Central Library and Archive to keep a pair of nesting kestrels safe during the major development project in Halifax. The birds of prey, which are protected by law, took roost in the spire of the former Square Church on the site… read more … about A heavenly place to roost>>
The renovation of the historic Princess Buildings in Halifax is well underway. The work will see a modern office environment provided whilst preserving significant heritage features, and people will be able to see the new extension taking shape over the next few weeks. The Grade II* listed building is being refurbished as part of Calderdale… read more … about Princess Buildings on track for bright future>>
Major deterioration of the Industrial Museum building in Halifax means that Calderdale Council is working with Calderdale Industrial Museum Association (CIMA) to look at its future. An inspection by Council officers last week found a number of new defects in the external walls. In particular, the bricks in the north wall (facing the Woolshops car… read more … about Calderdale Industrial Museum>>
Todmorden town centre could soon be set for a funding boost as Calderdale Council’s Cabinet discuss proposals for the future of the town’s Development Board. The Todmorden Development Board was established in 2013, and currently comprises of elected members from Calderdale Council and Todmorden Town Council. Since its creation, the Board has made some real… read more … about Driving development in Todmorden>>
Fascinating behind-the-scenes footage of the historic Piece Hall being transformed and the new Central Library and Archive being built will be available for generations to come, as budding young photographers and film makers embark on a new project to document the changes to the sites as conservation and construction work progresses. Local film and photography… read more … about Students snap a piece of history>>
The ornate ceiling in Halifax Town Hall’s Council chamber has been restored to its original splendour. Specialist repairs, intricate painting and thorough cleaning have conserved the stained glass and plasterwork in the ceiling for generations to come. Natural light is now pouring into the much-loved chamber, which houses many of Calderdale Council’s key meetings. Last… read more … about Bright future for Town Hall chamber>>
The historic roof statues and windows at Todmorden Town Hall are back to their former glory following a specialist restoration project. The work, managed by Calderdale Council and carried out by Bullen Conservation, saw three of the 16 high-level windows replaced and all 10 limestone statues cleaned at the iconic Grade I listed building. The… read more … about Historic features restored to former glory at Todmorden Town Hall>>
