This weekend (July 5) is the deadline for organisations and buildings in Kirklees to register to take part in Heritage Open Days 2026. Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate the country’s fantastic history and culture and this year it runs from September 11-20. The theme for 2026 is Everyday Histories…
Huddersfield Civic Society member Ann Denham’s book about the history of Tolson Museum in Huddersfield has received wonderful praise from a national museums organisation. The British Association of Friends of Museums says Ann’s book called ‘The History of Tolson Memorial Museum, how Ravensknowle Hall became the Museum of Huddersfield’ captures a vital part of museum history,…
People have the chance to explore Huddersfield through a series of guided walks this summer. The walks, organised by the Discover Huddersfield partnership, are all led by experts and give people the chance to explore the town’s heritage and culture. More volunteers stepped forward to help following a recent appeal on Huddersfield Hub for extra…
A grade II listed former Huddersfield school is in The Victorian Society’s Top 10 Endangered Buildings List 2026 thanks to Huddersfield Civic Society member Geoff Hughes. The derelict building on Wellington Street has long been of concern to HCS and was nominated by Geoff in his role as a member of the committee of the…