Shibden Hall

Set in the picturesque Shibden valley, a mile from Halifax, Shibden Hall dates back to 1420 and offers visitors a fascinating journey through the lives of the people who lived and worked here.

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Bankfield Museum

Set in the attractive surroundings of Akroyd Park, at the centre of Akroydon model village conservation area, this Victorian mansion was the home of local mill owner, philanthropist and MP, Colonel Edward Akroyd.

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Smith Art Gallery

This purpose built Art Gallery and public library, known as ‘The Rydings’, is surrounded by a beautiful park and gardens.

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From the moment you arrive, you’ll step into a world where history, imagination, and discovery collide, revealing breathtaking artefacts, immersive installations, and unforgettable moments.

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Calderdale Open Art Exhibition 2026 Entry Portal Opens
Sat 01 Aug
Online Entry Portal
The Calderdale Open Art Exhibition is returning in 2026. Open to all amateur and professional artists who are invited to submit original artwork in any 2D format (e.g. paintings, drawings, photography, digital art, textiles). Successful entries will be displayed at Smith Art Gallery.
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Exploring Fibre, Colour and Texture
Tue 03 Nov
Bankfield Museum
Join textile artist Jane Riley for an interactive workshop on the creative uses of yarn as she explores how weavers use colour, texture and fibres.
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Vintage Sewing Machines - Learn to use Attachments: Binders and Rufflers!
Fri 06 Nov
Bankfield Museum
Learn how to neaten and enhance seam allowances, armholes, necklines etc, with commercial or homemade bias binding, and how to ruffle, gather, shirr fabric to give your projects shape and texture.
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