Welcome to Calderdale Museums
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.
Visit Smith Art Gallery
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A nostalgic holiday snap of park goers out on the boating lake at Shibden Park 🚣♀️
Lots of the team here at Shibden Hall have fond memories of rowing boats and peddling pedalos a...
Shibden Hall
12/04/2025 at 10:00
🖍Come and join award-winning children’s author and illustrator, Chris Mould, in this creative draw-along session.
From playful pets to moody monsters, learn how to draw your own ...
Bankfield Museum
15/04/2025 at 10:00