What's On - events around Calderdale

Date:

11 September 2008 - 14 September 2008

Event:

Heritage open days

Every year in September, thousands of buildings of all ages, styles and functions open their doors free of charge. Many of these places are normally closed to the public, while others usually charge for admission.

• All Soul's Church , Haley Hill, Halifax
  Commissioned by a Halifax manufacturer, the architect Sir George Gilbert Scott thought it his best church although he lamented it was not grander still - judge for yourself.
• Clay House , West Vale, Halifax
  Standing on a site which has been occupied since the 13th Century the house presents a fine example of the vernacular architecture of the 17th Century, set in a beautiful rural park in the village of West Vale at the start of the Calderdale Way footpath, 2½ miles from the centre of Halifax.
  The house will be open Sunday 14th September from 12 noon to 5.00 pm.
• Halifax Town Hall , Crossley Street, Halifax
  A Grade II* listed building designed by Sir Charles Barry, opened in 1863. 'North Italian Cinquecento' style, featuring a central hall and glazed roof. Visitors will be able to view the recently restored and reinstalled Victorian statues which have not been on display for over 50 years. Civic Reglia on display in Mayor's Parlour.
  Tours:
  Saturday 13th September 11.00 am and 2.00 pm (building open 10.00 am - 4.00 pm)
  Sunday 14th September 12.30 pm and 2.30 pm (building open 12 noon - 4.00 pm).
• Hebden Bridge Picture House
  Open Saturday 13th September, 10.00 am - 1.00 pm
  The Picture House will be opening its doors as part of the local heritage weekend. The Hebden Bridge Historical Society has provided a display to give an insight into the fascinating history of our 1920s cinema. Please feel free to drop by, try one of our famous cakes or mugs of hot chocolate, and learn more about one of Calderdale's most loved buildings.
• Lister Lane Cemetery, Halifax's first non-denominational cemetery in the People's Park conservation area, houses memorials to a fascinating cross section of the town's population in the Victorian period. Guided tours, refreshment, display. Entrance on Lister Lane, off Francis Street. On street parking. Wear suitable footwear. Friends of Lister Lane Cemetery|
  Open Sunday 14th September, 12 noon - 4.00 pm

For details of other properties see Heritage Open Days|.

Admission:

Free