The future of travel in Calderdale and the wider West Yorkshire region is being discussed by the Council’s Cabinet, as members consider two new documents to guide decision-making and investment in transport at a local and regional level. As the strategic transport authority for the region, the West Yorkshire Combined Authority must develop and regularly… read more … about Shaping the future of travel in Calderdale and beyond>>
The next steps in the £2.56million Active Todmorden project are taking shape, with work beginning soon on improving part of the National Cycle Network Route 66, known locally as ‘Tipside’. The Active Todmorden project is one part of the £17.5million Todmorden Town Deal regeneration programme, which is funded by the UK Government and is being… read more … about Active Todmorden project gets moving>>
News release issued on behalf of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority in partnership with Calderdale Council People, businesses and developers across Calderdale and West Yorkshire are being asked for their views on how the regional proposed Mass Transit system would best support economic growth and development across West Yorkshire. Calderdale is one of the five West… read more … about Region-wide consultation asks how best to maximise benefits of Mass Transit system>>
The Anne Lister Festival is back for 2026, celebrating the life and legacy of the famous landowner, entrepreneur, mountaineer, scholar, traveller, and lesbian, in her birthplace of Halifax. Anne Lister was born on 3 April 1791 and died on 22 September 1840. Her relatively short life was eventful and unconventional, and her fascinating diaries of… read more … about Festival returns to celebrate the life and legacy of Anne Lister>>
Following completion of Mixenden Community Hub in early 2025 and the opening of the brand new library and community garden there, the North Halifax Primary Care Network (PCN) has moved into the purpose-built space and is fully operational. This offers a unique opportunity to provide enhanced healthcare services at the heart of Mixenden in a… read more … about Enhanced healthcare services to add to transformative impact of Mixenden Community Hub in North Halifax>>
People in Mixenden and Illingworth can soon put their names forward to be part of a new Neighbourhood Board, to decide how the £20 million Pride in Place grant will be invested to create an even more thriving area. This is the next major step forward for the Pride in Place(external link) programme. It comes after the… read more … about Community to shape £20m investment in North Halifax>>
A bold new vision to transform Halifax is set to be discussed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. At the Cabinet meeting on Monday 12 January 2026, Councillors will be asked to approve the Halifax 2036 Place Vision. This sets out an ambitious way forward for the town centre over the next 10 years, building on its… read more … about An inspiring vision for Halifax>>
Construction of Brighouse’s new market is now complete, and traders old and new are preparing to move to their permanent home, after Calderdale Council’s project team handed the keys over to the markets service. The new market is a key part of the Brighouse Town Deal, which is investing £19.1 million from the UK Government… read more … about Work completed on Brighouse’s new market>>
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>>
