Kirklees
Properties and events in Kirklees
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"Rags to Riches" in Ravensthorpe at St. Saviour's Church.
A History of working life in Ravensthorpe.
Dewsbury Town Hall
A tour of Grade II* listed, Dewsbury Town Hall. A fascinating building with both cultural and local governance history to be explored.
Exploring Beaumont Park
Explore Huddersfield's first public park, a dramatic 21 acre landscape with stunning Pennine views.
Exploring Edgar Wood’s Legacy: an Arts & Crafts walk
Celebrated architect Edgar Wood left a legacy of fine buildings in Lindley, but also inspired other local architects. Starting from Wood’s Briarcourt and ending at his Clock Tower, this walk of around 1.5 miles will introduce their work.
FOBS - Batley Railway Station - past and present
Find out about the wonderful history of Batley Railway Station. How it survived. Old photos on display. Take a look at the great work the fantastic FOBS volunteers do! Volunteer with us! Witness the changes made to provide an exiting future.
High Flatts Quaker Meeting House
Appreciate the history and setting of the 365-year-old High Flatts Quaker Meeting House which is a grade II listed building along with its surroundings and panoramic views to the East.
Historic Walk through Kirkburton
A vicar’s wife shot, the local myth of ‘traitle oil’ and 93000 soldiers from the Royal Corps of Signals… join us on a walk around the oldest part of Kirkburton to discover the rich and fascinating history of this West Yorkshire Village.
Holmfirth Parish Church
Join us at Holmfirth Parish Church for our open day on the 12th September. Old church memorabilia, Old Towser, Church bells.
Huddersfield Parish Church of St Peter
St Peter's is II* listed and dates from 1836. There are elements from the 16C building with later Georgian features. There is work by the renowned architect Sir Ninian Comper and some interesting stained glass windows. Guided tours are offered.
Huddersfield Town Hall Tour
A tour of Grade II listed, Huddersfield Town Hall. A fascinating building with both cultural and local governance history to be explored.
Joseph Kaye, 'Builder of Huddersfield'
Joseph Kaye (1778/9-1858) claimed to have built around a third of Huddersfield's buildings in the first half of the 19th century. But he had many other strings to his bow in a wide-ranging career. This illustrated talk celebrates his local legacy.
King James's School
There has been a school on this site since 1547. From 1608 until 1922 it was an independent boys' Grammar School. From 1922 to 1974, it became part of the Huddersfield Education Authority. It is now a flourishing Comprehensive with over 1,000 students.
Kirkburton Graveyard Tour
A landlord buried where his kitchen garden once stood; a victim of the Holmfirth floods and a young girl struck by lightening!
Newsome Centre
The Newsome Centre formerly St. John's church (1872) sits at the crossroads of the village. Since ceasing to be a church it has been cared for by the local community and used for a variety of events. Please see our website for details.
Ordinary People: Local Memories from Tape - digital selection, Year of the Book - Local Authors, Ukulele Band and Children's Quiz
2026 Festival 19th September - Ordinary People - Local Memories from Tape digital selection. Year of the Book - Local Authors, Ukulele Band 1100 -1200 and Children's Quiz
Our Place, Our Stories @ The Tech
Step inside Holmfirth’s Grade II listed 1894 Technical Institute. Explore its history and transformation into a community-owned venue – the place to go for arts, learning, wellbeing and enterprise.
Providence Methodist Church - Golcar
Look around the church and learn about its history Exhibitions in the schoolroom Refreshments available in the schoolroom
Ravensknowle Park Vintage Motorcycle Show
An opportunity for enthusiasts to get together with others and exhibit their classic bikes, swap stories and experiences in the relaxed surroundings of Ravensknowle Park and in front of Tolson Memorial Museum
Red House Yorkshire - Online Posts
There will be a daily post covering the work and occupations in the area around Red House.
Shepley Over the Years at St Paul’s Church and Hall
Explore Shepley Over the Years at St Paul’s Church and Hall. Discover Shepley and the war, village buildings, trades and local people, a self-guided graveyard trail, and the Huddersfield & District Family History Society.