Aspley Basin in the centre of Huddersfield is one of the most important canal junctions in the country and was once a thriving location where two commercially important canals united. Today, however, it has been transformed into a pleasant...

Clinging to the valley side Huddersfield's spectacular Beaumont Park is without doubt one of West Yorkshire's hidden gems, attracting thousands of visitors every year. As the town's first public open space it is today going through a major programme...

As one of the most stylish shopping centres in Huddersfield, Byram Arcade has so much to offere visitors. Situated close to all local amenities the arcade has three floors of specialist shops and a well appointed cafe serving delicious...

The Colne Valley Museum is located within the beautiful valley that it is named after and is a heritage centre that is dedicated to the study of the region. Containing a great deal of information on the local area,...

As one of Huddersfield's premier recreational spaces, the magnificent Greenhead Park is still tremendously popular with both residents and visitors. Opened in 1884 the park possesses a surprising number of public facilities, including bowling greens, tennis courts, ornamental gardens, steam...

Huddersfield Parish Church which is situated on Byram Steet, right in the heart of town plays a mjaor role in both the religious and secular life on the local community. More correctly known as St Peters the church is...

Dominating much of the surrounding area Huddersfield's magnificent town hall is of great historical importance and stands today as a fine example of classic Italianate style. Designed by John H Abbey and constructed in two phases between 1875 and...

Opened in 1940 and in the ‘stripped classical style’ of the period, this imposing building in the centre of Huddersfield hosts a permanent collection of predominantly 20th century British Art. This includes paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture from renowned artists...

Huddersfield Open Market, located in the very heart of town is a real treasure trove of bargains, with a huge variety of goods on offer. Much of the historic market is housed beneath an ornate Victorian cast iron glass canopy...

Situated coveniently close to the centre of Huddersfield, the Galpharm Stadium stands today as one of West Yorkshire’s most popular sports and concert venues. As home to Huddersfield Town AFC and Huddersfield Giants RLFC it is recognised as a...

Situated in the centre of Huddersfield, the Kingsgate Shopping Centre is a real paradise for those in need of some retail therapy. It possesses over 50 different outlets ranging from familiar high street names to specialist shops stocking more...

As one of the most progressive regional theatres the Lawrence Batley in Huddersfield plays an important role within the life of the community and has since opening in 1994 developed a reputation for its programme of drama, music and dance....

An historic converted textile mill in a leafy suburb of Huddersfield is today developing a reputation as a thriving business and arts centre. The North Light Gallery as the complex is known was originally established in the year 2000...

For stylish shopping in Huddersfield the Packhorse Centre is hard to beat, offering around 70 different outlets in an undercover town centre location. Big name retailers have space within the centre, as do several specialist independent shops. Electrical...

Dorothy Perkins, Marks & Spencer, Greggs, Mothercare and WH Smith are just some of the famous retailers to be found at Huddersfield's Piazza Shopping Centre. Situated in the very heart of town the Piazza Centre has much to attract...

Visitors to Huddersfield in search of value for money, good service and a huge choice of shops and stalls always head straight for the Queensgate Market Hall situated right in the heart of town. Opened on the 6th April 1970...

The Rugby League Heritage Centre, situated within Huddersfield's George Hotel may not be West Yorkshire's best known tourist attraction. But fans of the sport regularly visit this historic town centre location to see for themselves where rugby league was...

Located on the campus of Huddersfield University, St Paul’s Hall is one of West Yorkshire’s most unusual concert venues offering a varied programme of classical and contemporary music. The hall, a former church designed by John Oates, was constructed in...

Step aboard Yorkshire's Great Little Steam Trains and take an enchanting 8 mile journey of discovery through some spectacular south Pennine scenery, near Huddersfield. Your trip starts at Clayton West Station with its cafe, picnic site and free car...

Tolson Memorial Museum standing beside Wakefield Road, on the outskirts of Huddersfield, has much to offer visitors, with all manner of exciting artefacts covering a broad spectrum of subjects. Displays include local history, archaeology, geology and textiles, to name but...