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Historical
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Learn
about the infamous Cragg Vale coiners |
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Visit
the Bronte Parsonage and Museum at Howarth or take
a trip on the steam valley railway, passing through
Oakworth Station, film location for The Railway Children. |
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Shibden
Hall - Tudor Manor house with conducted tours and
set in country park. |
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Step
back in time with a visit to the Historical village
of Heptonstall. |
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| Wildlife |
Many
species of birds, including the rare Nuthatch, green
and spotted woodpecker, long tail tits, finches, hawks,
owls, herons and pheasants.
Deer, badger and fox are frequent visitors. |
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Manor
Heath Park - Butterflies and Quail chicks, tortoise
and exotic fish in the hot house. Children's play
area. |
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| Arts |
Bradford
Museum of Film and Photography including IMAX and
3D productions on 3 story high screen.
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Local
Art Galleries in Hebden Bridge and Todmorden
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Antiques
and Architectural Salvage at Andy Thorntons |
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Walkeys
Cloggs - traditional clogg manufacturer |
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Within
easy reach of Holmfirth, 'Last of the Summer Wine'
country. |
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| Walks
and outdoor activities |
The
whole area is interlaced with public footpaths, from
canalside walks to vigorous walks of length to suit
all abilities. Located alongside the Pennine Way and
Calderdale Way, we offer a welcome rest point for
your journey |
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Hardcastle
Craggs. One mile from Hebden Bridge. Riverside beauty
spot with energy self sufficient Gibsons Mill. |
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Take
a trip along the canal, with horse drawn narrow boats |
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| Cyclists |
The
Longest continuous grade in England 6.5 miles runs
up Cragg Vale from North to South. Cyclists cruising
downhill are to be seen on rare occasions. |
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| Nights
Out |
Hebden
Bridge Trades Club. Home to every type of national
and International Music. |
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Hebden
Cinema - traditional cinema serving hot cocoa and
tea |
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Open
mic' nights at several local pubs. |
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Good
base for Theatres in Halifax and Bradford. |
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| Museums |
Halifax
Eureka. Award winning hands on science museum for
children. |
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Bankfield
Museum Regimental museum of The Duke Of Wellingtons
Regiment and housing a textile collection of international
importance. |
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| Shopping |
Hebden
Bridge is famous for its independent shops, crafts
and cafes |
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Within
easy reach of 2 major cities, Manchester and Leeds. |
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Further
afield
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Manchester
Science and Industrial museum plus the Manchester
Museum of Natural History are well worth a visit.
Bradford
St. Georges Hall with top acts and shows.
All
the above are just a sketch, for more information
visit the Tourist Information Centre in Hebden Bridge.
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