Ghostly goings on are expected this Halloween at Shibden Park near Halifax, as it hosts its annual spooktacular Halloween walk on Friday 30 October – and this year it’s bigger and scarier than ever! The frightening fun starts from 6pm onwards with entertainment followed by a fireworks display at 7.30pm. The guided walk will then… read more … about Do you dare take the Shibden Halloween walk?>>
Halifax swimming pool will close for one day on Sunday 11 October whilst essential work is carried out on the filters. The filters need a thorough clean as the water in the pool is not as clear as it should be, but is safe to swim in. This work can only take place when there… read more … about Halifax Pool – temporary closure>>
Calderdale Council has signed a sponsorship deal with Sowerby Bridge based MBi Consulting which will see The Shay in Halifax renamed ‘The MBi Shay Stadium’. The sponsorship deal is worth £120,000 over three years. The stadium is the home of FC Halifax Town and Halifax Rugby League Football Club. MBi will be a familiar name… read more … about The Shay scores with £120,000 sponsorship deal>>
Press release from British Cycling and Calderdale Council Gain two-wheeled skills, boost your confidence and make life-long friends with Breeze Network Calderdale. We’re looking for women across the region to join us for our Brooksbank Breeze Rides on Saturday 29 August and Saturday 19 September. The free rides aim to equip new or returning cyclists… read more … about Breeze Network Calderdale and you>>
The school holidays will soon be upon us, the time when children and young people (and parents!) are looking to fill weeks of entertainment. Luckily British Cycling, in partnership with Calderdale Council, is running a number of organised, free bike rides across the borough, with rides for all ages and abilities. These Sky Ride Local… read more … about Summer sun and cycle fun>>
What do you get if you mix 10 days, one Yorkshire town, a huge dose of hilarity and over 50 events in 14 amazing venues? The inaugural Halifax Comedy Festival of course! This major new festival for Halifax officially launches on Wednesday 15 July, building up to the main event over October half-term from Friday… read more … about Halifax gets seriously funny!>>
Thousands of people lining the street, thousands of metres of bunting, hundreds of yellow bikes, not to mention the 22 teams of cyclists racing through the borough! The Tour de France in Calderdale on Sunday 6 July last year was a spectacular event that will live long in the memories of all that were there…. read more … about One year on…>>
Organisers of the first ever Tour de Yorkshire international cycle race have started discussions with local authorities across the county to plan the 2016 edition of the race. Following the success of the event organisers are now looking for a new route for next year’s race. The race organisers ASO (Amaury Sport Organisation) and Welcome… read more … about Tour de Yorkshire 2016 Planning Underway>>
Nearly £7000 has been awarded to voluntary groups to help them stage an unforgettable array of events to celebrate the Tour de Yorkshire coming to Calderdale. A cycling stunt show, song writing workshops and a community picnic are just some of the exciting activities that people will be able to enjoy, thanks to a fund… read more … about Tour de Yorkshire events capture the spirit of Calderdale>>
