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Holmfirth

Holmfirth is a market town and the administrative center of the Holme Valley in West Yorkshire, England, situated approximately 6 miles (10 km) south of Huddersfield and at the northern edge of the Peak District National Park.^[1] With a built-up area population of around 4,978 (2021 census), it serves as a hub for local commerce, tourism, and outdoor activities amid its scenic river valley landscape.^[2] Historically a woollen mill town dating back to medieval times, Holmfirth's economy boomed with the textile industry from the 18th century, employing thousands in fulling mills and cloth production along the River Holme, though it was devastated by the catastrophic Bilberry Reservoir flood of 1852 that claimed 81 lives and destroyed much of the infrastructure.^[3]^[4] Today, the town is globally renowned as the primary filming location for the BBC's Last of the Summer Wine, the world's longest-running sitcom (1973–2010), which has boosted tourism through themed tours, preserved sets, and annual festivals celebrating its quirky Yorkshire heritage.^[5]

Geography

Location and boundaries

Holmfirth is situated in the Holme Valley within the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire, England. It lies approximately 6 miles south of Huddersfield and 14 miles west of Barnsley along the A6024 and A635 roads.^[6]^[7] The town's administrative boundaries align with the broader Holme Valley civil parish, which encompasses the Holmfirth post town area (postcode district HD9) and spans 7,046 hectares, or about 27 square miles. This area includes the catchment of the River Holme, a key tributary that flows through the valley and supports local ecology and flood management considerations.^[8]^[9] To the east, Holmfirth is immediately adjacent to the Peak District National Park, with the national park boundary located just 2–3 miles away near the village of Holme; the town also connects regionally to Huddersfield in the north and Sheffield roughly 23 miles to the southeast.^[10]^[11]

Topography and built environment

Holmfirth's topography is characterized by hilly terrain sculpted by the River Holme, which flows through the central valley, creating a steep-sided landscape typical of the southern Pennines. The town sits at an elevation of approximately 130 meters above Ordnance Datum in the valley bottom, with surrounding moorland rising to over 500 meters, such as at Holme Moss (524 meters), resulting in a dramatic elevation range from about 100 meters in the lower valley to 400 meters or more on the adjacent uplands.^[12] This Pennine upland setting features steep gradients that influence building patterns, with structures clustered along the valley sides and moorland providing a rugged, elevated backdrop. The built environment reflects Holmfirth's industrial heritage, dominated by traditional stone-built cottages and mills dating primarily from the 18th and 19th centuries. Constructed from locally quarried Millstone Grit sandstone, these buildings—often featuring weavers' windows, stone-slate roofs, and under-and-over designs adapted to the sloping terrain—create a compact, picturesque aesthetic reminiscent of a postcard northern mill town.^[12] While most mills are now disused or repurposed, reflecting the decline of the local textile industry, the built fabric preserves this heritage. Surviving examples include the historic Ribbleden Mill (circa 1865), a former operational mill, alongside clusters of terraced cottages lining narrow lanes, which preserve the town's historic character amid modern developments.^[12]^[8] The region experiences a mild yet wet climate typical of West Yorkshire's Pennine fringes, with an annual average temperature of around 9°C and rainfall approximating 1,040 millimeters, contributing to lush moorland vegetation but also elevating flood risks in the valley.^[13] This precipitation pattern supports local agriculture, such as sheep grazing on the moors, while the temperate conditions—ranging from winter lows near 3°C to summer highs around 15°C—shape the resilient stone architecture designed to withstand exposure.^[13]^[14]

History

Origins and early settlement

Holmfirth's origins trace back to a pre-Norman landscape known as Holne, a forested area used as a hunting ground by the Lords of the Manor of Wakefield, with the name evolving to Holmfirth, denoting the "sparse woodland belonging to Holne." The settlement itself emerged later than surrounding villages, absent from the Domesday Book of 1086 due to the challenging steep-sided valley and marshy terrain that delayed development, though nearby manors within the broader Wakefield estate, such as those in Cartworth and Almondbury, were recorded as part of a royal holding with agricultural resources including meadows and woodlands.^[15] By the 13th century, Holmfirth developed as a small settlement centered around a corn mill on the River Holme, with Cartworth Mill constructed in 1315 where local residents were required to grind their grain, facing fines for using alternatives; this mill marked an early focal point for community activity along the river. The medieval economy was predominantly agrarian, reliant on oats cultivation and livestock rearing, particularly sheep farming on the surrounding Pennine moors, which provided fleeces for wool production and laid the groundwork for a nascent cottage industry involving carding, spinning, and weaving by family units. Woollen cloth and fleeces became key to local prosperity by the mid-13th century, supported by the soft water of the River Holme ideal for processing. From the 16th century, Holmfirth grew as a chapelry within the larger parish of Almondbury, serving as a subordinate ecclesiastical district that facilitated local worship and administration for its dispersed population, though it remained partly under Kirkburton parish boundaries.^[16]^[17] This period saw a thriving community, evidenced by tax records from Henry VIII's reign showing numerous households contributing to royal subsidies, alongside the adaptation of early mills for fulling wool cloth. A key early landmark was the establishment of Holy Trinity Church around 1476, initially as a stone chapel of ease on Town Gate to serve the chapelry's needs, later rebuilt in 1782 to accommodate growth while retaining its role as a central religious and social hub.^[18]

Industrial growth and Bamforth & Co

Holmfirth's economy underwent significant transformation in the late 18th century with the rise of the woollen cloth trade, shifting from cottage-based production to more organized manufacturing. Families initially handled carding, spinning, fulling, and weaving at home, but increased demand led successful weavers to become clothiers who employed apprentices and laborers. By this period, the soft water and reliable flow of the River Holme enabled the construction of dedicated mills for washing, dyeing, and powering early machinery like scribbling engines and fulling stocks.^[19] The woollen industry reached a peak in the early 19th century, particularly through handloom weaving, which became a dominant form of employment in the Holme Valley. Domestic weavers, often working as outworkers for clothiers, supplemented farming incomes, with many households relying on the trade; children and family members contributed to long shifts under harsh conditions. As mills proliferated along the river by 1806, handloom operations integrated with emerging factory systems, housing new looms and machinery that boosted output but began displacing some traditional weavers. This era marked the textile sector as Holmfirth's economic mainstay, employing a substantial portion of the local population until the mid-19th century.^[20] Amid this industrial expansion, Bamforth & Co emerged as a key player in early media production, founded in 1870 by James Bamforth, a portrait photographer based in Holmfirth.^[21] The company initially focused on photography before specializing in magic lantern slides by the early 1880s, creating painted glass slides for projected entertainment on topics ranging from biblical stories to comedic scenes.^[22] These slides catered to a growing demand for visual storytelling in lecture halls and homes, establishing Bamforth as a pioneer in the medium.^[21] By the 1890s, Bamforth & Co expanded into short films, leveraging lantern slide expertise to produce early motion pictures, including innovative comedies with narrative elements.^[23] Over the subsequent decades, the firm created more than 50 short films, often featuring risqué humor, alongside thousands of postcard designs starting in 1903—eventually exceeding 5,000 postcard sets by the mid-20th century.^[24]^[21] This diversification into illustrated postcards and films positioned Bamforth as a global exporter of British visual culture, with productions continuing until film output declined in the 1910s due to World War I disruptions.^[25] The broader textile industry in Holmfirth faced contraction after World War II, driven by mechanization that reduced labor needs and intensified competition from cheaper imports. Local mills, once powered by the River Holme, struggled as synthetic fibers and overseas production eroded demand for traditional woollens, leading to closures and employment drops across the Yorkshire woollen district by the late 20th century.^[26]

Major floods

Holmfirth, situated in the narrow Holme Valley, has long been vulnerable to flooding due to its steep topography and the River Holme's tendency to swell rapidly during heavy rainfall.^[5] The earliest recorded major flood struck on 7 May 1738, triggered by prolonged heavy rain that caused the River Holme to overflow and inundate the valley floor. The waters damaged agricultural fields and dramatically burst into Holmfirth Parish Church during a service, forcing worshippers to flee as the building filled with floodwater; this event also destroyed several early textile mills along the riverbanks, disrupting the nascent local industry.^[27] Another significant flood occurred on 23 July 1777, following a severe thunderstorm that led the River Holme to burst its banks and scour the valley. The deluge demolished a stone church built in the 1470s in Holmbridge and claimed three lives, with the force of the water reshaping parts of the river course and causing widespread erosion that altered the landscape for years afterward.^[3] The most catastrophic event in Holmfirth's history was the flood of 5 February 1852, a man-made disaster caused by the collapse of the poorly constructed Bilberry Reservoir embankment after weeks of heavy rain. Approximately 86 million gallons of water surged down the valley, killing 81 people—mostly in sleep—and destroying four mills, ten dye houses, 27 cottages, and numerous other structures, leaving thousands homeless and over 7,000 workers unemployed as the textile industry ground to a halt. The ensuing public inquiry by engineer Joseph Fawcett exposed critical flaws in reservoir design and maintenance, prompting early calls for regulatory oversight that influenced subsequent UK legislation on dam safety, including the Reservoirs (Safety Provisions) Act of 1930.^[28]^[29] On 29 May 1944, known as the "Forgotten Flood," a violent thunderstorm unleashed flash flooding across the Holme Valley on Whit Monday, resulting in three deaths and severe damage to infrastructure strained by wartime conditions. The deluge destroyed 17 mills, over 100 smaller buildings, roads, and bridges, with the rapid rise of the river—exacerbated by neglected maintenance of culverts and weirs amid World War II resource shortages—causing widespread disruption, though national coverage was minimal due to the impending D-Day landings.^[30]^[31] More recent floods have continued to test the community's resilience. In June 2007, extreme rainfall during a national deluge event overwhelmed the River Holme, leading to evacuations in low-lying areas of Holmfirth and flooding hundreds of properties across the Kirklees district, including significant impacts on local homes and businesses with damages running into millions.^[32] The Boxing Day floods of 2015, driven by Storm Eva's intense rainfall on already saturated ground, prompted further evacuations in Holmfirth and the Holme Valley, with river levels surging to record highs and causing over £10 million in damages to infrastructure and properties in the wider Kirklees area, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities despite post-2007 improvements.^[32]

Modern developments

Following the decline of the textile industry after the 1950s, Holmfirth experienced significant economic shifts as numerous woollen mills closed amid broader challenges in the Yorkshire woollen district, including foreign competition and reduced profitability. By the 1970s, the town was described as down-at-heel, with key mills shutting down, marking the end of its industrial prominence. This post-industrial transition paved the way for a new economic focus on tourism, spurred by the filming of the BBC sitcom Last of the Summer Wine from 1973 to 2010, which transformed the area into a global tourist destination and created local employment opportunities.^[33] Preservation efforts in recent years have reinforced Holmfirth's TV heritage, notably with the removal of the Holmfirth Conservation Area from Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register in 2023 after 14 years, following regeneration initiatives that protected sites like Sid's Cafe, a key filming location known as Ivy's Cafe in the series. This milestone coincided with a tourism surge, with visitor numbers exceeding 700,000 in 2023, representing a 2.5% increase from the previous year and underscoring the enduring appeal of the town's screen-related landmarks.^[34]^[35]^[36] In 2024, the Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan (HTCAP), a £10.3 million project, began to improve pedestrian access, reduce traffic congestion, and create new community spaces, with works ongoing as of November 2025 and expected completion in spring 2026.^[37]^[38] The COVID-19 pandemic from 2020 to 2022 brought temporary challenges to local businesses in Holmfirth and the wider Kirklees area, with over 90% of firms reporting impacts such as staff furloughs and closures, though the creative and tourism sectors showed a mixed recovery picture with some startup growth. Post-restrictions, the town rebounded through outdoor events and community initiatives, avoiding major long-term demographic shifts.^[39]^[40]

Demographics

Population trends

Holmfirth's population has exhibited a pattern of long-term growth followed by stabilization and recent modest increases, reflecting broader shifts from industrial expansion to post-deindustrialization dynamics. Due to electoral boundary changes in 2016, direct comparisons with pre-2016 "Holmfirth ward" data are not possible; the town is now covered primarily by Holme Valley South ward (population 19,503 in the 2021 Census) and parts of Holme Valley North ward (17,202). The Holmfirth built-up area had an estimated population of 21,706 as of the 2011 Census boundaries, with recent estimates suggesting stability around this level.^[41] The encompassing Holme Valley parish, which includes Holmfirth and surrounding villages, reported 27,195 residents in 2021, up slightly from 25,049 in 2011; the mid-2022 estimate was 27,676.^[42]^[43] Demographic indicators reveal an aging population structure in Holmfirth and the Holme Valley. The median age in Holme Valley South ward was approximately 44 years in 2021, higher than the national average of 40. Approximately 22.7% of residents in Holme Valley South were aged 65 or older in 2021. Ethnic diversity remains limited, with 96.4% identifying as White British in Holme Valley South.^[44]^[45] Historically, Holmfirth's population expanded significantly during the Industrial Revolution, rising from around 1,000 inhabitants in 1801 to a peak exceeding 10,000 by the early 1900s, fueled by textile manufacturing and migration for employment opportunities. By 1911, the Holmfirth Urban District—encompassing the town and nearby areas—had grown to 9,247 residents, with further increases to 10,439 by 1921 amid sustained industrial activity.^[46] Post-World War II deindustrialization led to stabilization, as the population hovered around 18,000–19,000 through the mid-20th century (19,075 in 1951; 18,404 in 1961) before expanding with the broader parish in recent decades, influenced by economic transitions away from manufacturing.^[46] This evolution mirrors the town's shift toward tourism and service-based economies while maintaining a stable but aging demographic base.

Community composition

Holmfirth's community retains a strong working-class heritage, shaped by its historical reliance on the textile industry, which employed thousands in mills along the River Holme during the 19th and early 20th centuries. This legacy is evident in the stone-built terraces and industrial structures that form much of the town's built environment, reflecting the lives of mill workers and their families. The rise of tourism, particularly following the popularity of the BBC series Last of the Summer Wine filmed in the area, has introduced a middle-class influx, diversifying the social fabric with commuters and retirees drawn to the picturesque Pennine setting. This shift has contributed to high homeownership rates, with 79.23% of residents in the Holme Valley South ward owning their homes outright or with a mortgage, above the Kirklees average of 65.51%.^[47] Active community organizations bolster local cohesion and heritage preservation, notably the Holme Valley Civic Society, which hosts monthly talks and discussions to foster public interest in the area's architecture, planning, and history. Socioeconomic indicators underscore relative prosperity, with an unemployment rate of 3.03% in Holme Valley South—lower than the Kirklees claimant count of 4.4%—and rural wards like Holme Valley featuring higher proportions of residents in the least deprived areas compared to urban Kirklees districts.^[47]^[48] Efforts to mitigate youth unemployment have included lottery-funded initiatives, such as the 2013 Big Lottery Fund grant of £9,282 to Keep Holmfirth Special, which supported community planning to enhance opportunities for young people amid limited local jobs.^[49]^[50]

Governance

Metropolitan borough administration

Holmfirth forms part of the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, established under the Local Government Act 1972 and operational from 1 April 1974, which reorganized local government in England into metropolitan boroughs. This structure places Holmfirth within a larger administrative area encompassing towns like Huddersfield and Dewsbury, where borough-wide policies on planning, housing, and infrastructure influence local development. The town is represented on Kirklees Council by three councillors elected from the Holme Valley South ward, which covers Holmfirth and surrounding villages.^[51] In the October 2024 by-election for the ward, Conservative Damian Craig Brook was elected.^[52] As of November 2025, Kirklees Council operates under no overall control, with Labour as the largest party (23 seats), alongside Conservatives (16), Liberal Democrats (10), Greens (4), and Independents (16). This composition shapes regional decisions on services and budgets that extend to Holmfirth. (Note: Composition reflects 2024 elections and by-election results.) Kirklees Council's finances have been strained by a £47 million deficit projected across 2023-2025, prompting measures such as the sale of non-essential assets, including a plot of land at Grasscroft in nearby Almondbury, to generate capital receipts and support the revenue budget.^[53] These budgetary challenges have led to ongoing pressures on leisure services borough-wide, managed by Kirklees Active Leisure.^[54] Strategic oversight for Holmfirth falls under the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA), which coordinates regional planning on transport, economic growth, and environment.^[55] WYCA's influence includes funding initiatives like the Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan to improve pedestrian and traffic flow.^[56] Additionally, WYCA leads the Vision Zero strategy, aiming to eliminate all road deaths and serious injuries by 2040, with 2025 updates emphasizing safer routes near schools and towns like Holmfirth through the Kirklees Transport Strategy.^[57]^[58]

Parish council and local services

Holme Valley Parish Council serves as the primary grassroots governance body for the civil parish, encompassing Holmfirth and surrounding villages, with a focus on community-level decision-making and service provision. Established on 1 April 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972, the council comprises 23 elected councillors who represent 12 parish wards and convene every six to eight weeks to address local issues.^[59] The council manages key community assets and infrastructure, including allotments for local residents, contributions to footpath maintenance and road safety enhancements such as bollards and speed monitoring devices, and the administration of grants to support community initiatives. Grants are awarded annually, with up to £1,500 available for events and £5,000 for capital projects; in 2023-2024, the council distributed £121,417 in such funding to enhance local projects and facilities. The annual budget, largely funded by the parish precept collected via Kirklees Council, supports these activities and is approved each February following committee reviews, with the precept covering approximately 90% of expenditures.^[60]^[61] Among its local services, the council operates and maintains public toilets in Holmfirth town centre, including recent repair and improvement works to ensure accessibility and functionality. It also provides funding for seasonal community enhancements, such as grants of up to £250 per group in 2024 for Christmas lights displays and decorations across the Holme Valley wards, supporting public installations in villages like Honley and Holmfirth to foster festive community spirit. In response to the ongoing disruptions from the Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan works, which began in July 2024 and are scheduled to continue into 2026 with completion expected in Spring 2026, the council has actively monitored progress through committee discussions, emphasizing minimization of impacts on residents and businesses while maintaining communication with Kirklees Council.^[62]^[63]^[64]^[38] Community engagement forms a core aspect of the council's operations, particularly in addressing environmental challenges like flooding. Following the severe floods of December 2015, which affected Holmfirth and the broader valley, the council participated in public consultations and meetings as part of the development of the Holme Valley Neighbourhood Development Plan, incorporating resident input on flood risk mitigation and defenses to inform policies on sustainable development and infrastructure resilience. These efforts underscore the council's role in bridging borough-level financial pressures with direct community action.^[65]

Economy

Historical industries

Holmfirth's economy from the 1700s to the early 1900s was dominated by the woollen textile industry, which originated as a domestic cottage-based activity in the Holme Valley as early as the 14th century.^[12] Fulling mills, powered by local water sources, were established by 1532 to process wool cloth, and by the late 18th century, production shifted to centralized mills such as Upper Mill, Lower Mill, and Ribbleden Mill (built circa 1865), initially using water power and later steam.^[12] Weavers' windows in many hillside houses attest to the widespread handloom weaving that supported families, with the industry's scale evident from the 1852 flood, which displaced 7,088 adult and child workers by damaging mills and homes.^[12] Sheep farming underpinned this sector, with historical records from 1297 showing local households owning flocks for fleece, and place names like Shepley deriving from Anglo-Saxon terms for sheep pastures.^[66] The woollen trade peaked in the 19th century, employing a significant portion of the local population in spinning, weaving, and finishing processes, though exact percentages are not documented; the sector's importance is reflected in the valley's numerous mills and the reliance on soft moorland water for cleaning fleeces.^[12] Decline set in during the 20th century due to competition from cheaper foreign imports and mechanization that favored larger industrial centers over small-scale Holmfirth operations.^[67] One notable diversification was Bamforth & Co., founded in 1870 by James Bamforth, which became a leading producer of illustrated postcards and early films in Holmfirth.^[25] By the end of the First World War, the company output reached 20 million postcards annually, establishing it as Britain's market leader in comic and "saucy" seaside cards, alongside short films from 1898–1900 and 1913–1915.^[25]^[68] Agricultural activities served as sidelines to textiles, with dairy farming emerging prominently in the 20th century as farms maintained herds for milk bottling and local rounds, building on earlier sheep and oat cultivation documented in 18th-century diaries.^[66] Quarrying of local Millstone Grit sandstone supplemented incomes, with operations like Bingley Quarry in nearby Holmbridge active from 1881 and Cook’s Study quarry above Holmfirth extracting stone for millstones, building blocks, and flagstones until the 1920s.^[69] These gritty sandstones, characteristic of the Upper Carboniferous strata, were prized for their durability in grinding corn and construction, contributing to the area's pre-1950s economic foundations before broader industrial shifts.^[69]

Contemporary sectors and tourism

Holmfirth's contemporary economy centers on dairy production, retail, and hospitality as primary sectors, transitioning from its historical textile legacy. Longley Farm, a leading dairy producer based in the town since 1948, employs around 120 staff and specializes in natural yogurt and cheese products.^[70] Retail outlets and hospitality venues, such as the Picturedrome—a multi-purpose music and events space with an integrated bar—support local employment and visitor spending through gigs, cinema screenings, and food services.^[71] Tourism dominates Holmfirth's economic landscape, fueled by screen tourism linked to the BBC sitcom Last of the Summer Wine, filmed in the town from 1973 to 2010. This legacy draws thousands of visitors annually to explore filming locations, exhibitions, and guided tours, sustaining related businesses in accommodation, dining, and souvenirs.^[72] Despite this appeal, growth is constrained by limited hotel capacity across West Yorkshire, including Holmfirth, where insufficient rooms outside major cities like Leeds exacerbate pressures from events such as Bradford's 2025 City of Culture year, according to the West Yorkshire Destination Management Plan.^[73] Budget constraints from Kirklees Council cuts between 2023 and 2025 posed risks to leisure facilities vital for community and tourism support, notably threatening the closure of Colne Valley Leisure Centre in nearby Slaithwaite due to a £47 million funding shortfall; the site was ultimately preserved through alternative operator arrangements and public consultation.^[74] Youth employment initiatives, informed by a 2013 Kirklees-wide survey highlighting limited opportunities for young people, have since delivered apprenticeships in local sectors like hospitality and manufacturing to bolster skills and retention.^[75]

Education

Primary education

Primary education in Holmfirth is delivered through community schools serving children aged 3 to 11, all governed by Kirklees Local Authority. These institutions emphasize foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and personal development, with a focus on inclusive practices tailored to the rural Holme Valley setting. Note that Ofsted ceased providing overall effectiveness judgements for state-funded schools from September 2024; ratings below refer to the last inspection prior to this change. Holmfirth Junior, Infant, and Nursery School, located on Cartworth Road, caters to pupils from ages 3 to 11 and currently enrolls approximately 187 students against a capacity of 226 (as of January 2025). The school received a "Good" overall rating in its 2022 Ofsted inspection, highlighting above-average attainment levels, particularly in reading supported by an excellent phonics program that exceeds national expectations. Teaching quality was deemed good, though inspectors noted opportunities to better adapt lessons for individual needs, ensuring pupils meet or surpass floor standards.^[76]^[77]^[78] Other primary schools in the area include Scholes (Holmfirth) Junior and Infant School, serving ages 4 to 11 with a focus on holistic development and recent improvements in phonics delivery, rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted in 2022. Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School, a smaller provision for ages 4 to 11 with 63 pupils (as of January 2025), also holds a "Good" rating from its last inspection in 2019, emphasizing safe and nurturing environments amid its Pennine location. Upperthong Junior and Infant School, similarly rated "Good" for ages 4 to 11 from its last inspection, promotes achievement across creative and academic domains and enrolls 202 pupils (as of January 2025).^[79]^[80]^[81]^[82]^[83]^[84]^[85] In recent years, Holmfirth primaries have integrated sustainable transport initiatives aligned with Kirklees Council's broader promotion of active travel, including participation in regional Modeshift STARS programs to encourage walking, cycling, and public transport use in school travel plans. This supports environmental awareness and community health, with ongoing efforts influencing daily routines through 2024-2025.^[86]^[87] Pupils from these schools typically transition to nearby secondary provisions at age 11, ensuring continuity in the local education pathway.

Secondary education

Holmfirth High School is the primary provider of secondary education in the Holmfirth area, serving students aged 11 to 16 with a current enrollment of approximately 1,329 pupils (as of January 2025).^[88] The school, located on Heys Road in Thongsbridge, follows the national curriculum and emphasizes high academic standards, with a particular strength in delivering quality education across key stages 3 and 4.^[89] It draws pupils from local primary schools, ensuring a smooth transition into secondary education. In its most recent Ofsted inspection conducted on 20 and 21 June 2023, Holmfirth High School received an "Outstanding" rating in all inspected categories, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.^[90] This accolade reflects the school's effective support for pupil achievement and well-being. Academic outcomes are strong, with 66% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and maths at GCSE level in recent results, surpassing national averages and demonstrating robust progress measures such as an Attainment 8 score of 53.3.^[91]^[92] The school does not offer an on-site sixth form, so post-16 education is accessed through nearby institutions, including Kirklees College in Huddersfield and sixth forms at other local schools.^[88]^[93] To prepare students for these transitions, Holmfirth High School runs a comprehensive careers program featuring post-16 fairs, industry panels, and sessions with apprenticeship providers, fostering links to local opportunities in sectors like tourism.^[94] Extracurricular activities include over 30 clubs, with a curriculum that supports STEM development through dedicated science themes in energy, forces, and reactions, enhancing practical skills relevant to regional industries.^[95]

Transport

Road and bus services

Holmfirth is primarily connected to nearby towns and cities by the A635 and A6024 roads, with the A635 serving as the main route linking the town to Huddersfield approximately 6 miles to the south.^[96] The A635 runs through the Holme Valley, providing access to the M62 motorway via Huddersfield, while the A6024 extends eastward toward the Woodhead Pass and connects to the A628.^[97] These roads facilitate daily commuting and tourism, though they experience congestion during peak hours due to the town's narrow valleys and stone-built infrastructure.^[98] Recent enhancements to road access in Holmfirth are outlined in the Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan (HTCAP), a £10.3 million initiative funded by Kirklees Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, running from 2024 to 2026.^[37] The plan includes temporary traffic management measures, such as phased night-time closures and diversions on Victoria Street, Towngate, Hollowgate, and Huddersfield Road to minimize disruption while upgrading footpaths, drainage, and traffic signals.^[37] Key works at Huddersfield Road car park involve demolishing the former market hall, expanding parking from 24 to 26 bays with added electric vehicle charging points and disabled spaces, and widening adjacent footways and a bridge for improved pedestrian and cycle access.^[37] As of October 2025, approximately 80% of the works were complete, including footpaths, drainage, and traffic signals, with ongoing piling at the car park; the project is on track for completion in Spring 2026, aiming to reduce congestion and enhance connectivity to the town center.^[99]^[38] Bus services provide essential local and regional links from Holmfirth Bus Station, operated mainly by First Bus for routes to Huddersfield. Services 308 and 310 run frequently to Huddersfield Bus Station, with a combined peak-hour frequency of every 15-20 minutes on weekdays, taking about 25-30 minutes for the journey.^[100] To Sheffield, service 29, operated by South Pennine Community Transport and TM Travel, provides connections via Penistone with departures several times daily, typically every 1-2 hours during operating times. Overall bus patronage in West Yorkshire, including routes serving Holmfirth, declined by 3% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous year, attributed to economic pressures and competition from other transport modes. Cycling infrastructure in Holmfirth forms part of the broader 2025 Kirklees Transport Strategy, which prioritizes safer routes through protected on-road paths, cycle parking, and traffic calming measures to encourage active travel.^[101] Specific investments under the strategy target school access in the Holme Valley, including safer crossings and School Streets schemes to reduce vehicle speeds near educational sites, integrating with the HTCAP's widened footways and cycle facilities.^[101] These efforts aim to create a connected network of greenways and low-traffic routes, supporting multi-million-pound sustainable transport upgrades in Holmfirth.^[101]

Rail connections

Holmfirth was formerly served by the Holmfirth branch line, a 2-mile spur from the main Penistone Line that opened in 1850 and provided passenger and freight services to the town until its closure to passengers on 2 November 1959 and to all traffic on 3 May 1965.^[102] The line's decline was attributed to competition from road transport and falling usage, leading to the removal of tracks shortly after.^[103] The nearest operational railway station to Holmfirth is Brockholes, located approximately 2.5 miles away in the adjacent village.^[104] Brockholes serves the Penistone Line, a rural route operated by Northern Rail that connects Huddersfield in the west with Sheffield in the east, passing through stations such as Honley, Berry Brow, Lockwood, and Denby Dale en route to Barnsley and beyond.^[105] Trains on this line run hourly in each direction during weekdays and weekends, providing regional links for commuters and visitors, with journey times to Huddersfield around 10-15 minutes and to Sheffield about 50-60 minutes.^[106] Regional rail connectivity is set to improve through the ongoing TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU), a multi-billion-pound program enhancing capacity, speed, and electrification between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds, and York, with significant works progressing through 2024 and 2025.^[107] While the TRU does not directly affect the Penistone Line, it will bolster onward connections from Huddersfield, reducing journey times across the North by up to 30 minutes on key routes and supporting greener travel with full electrification targeted by 2030.^[108] Brockholes station handles around 36,000 passenger entries and exits annually (as of 2023/24), reflecting moderate usage for a rural stop, with numbers recovering post-pandemic but remaining below pre-2020 peaks of over 60,000.^[109]^[110] For the final leg to Holmfirth, local bus services such as the H6 circular route operated by Stotts Coaches provide frequent connections, taking about 15-20 minutes from stops near the station.^[111]

Culture

Festivals and arts events

Holmfirth hosts several annual festivals that celebrate folk traditions, visual and performing arts, and local musical heritage, fostering strong community involvement through performances, workshops, and exhibitions. The Holmfirth Festival of Folk, a community-run event featuring music, dance, spoken word, and workshops, has been held annually since 1978, typically over the second weekend in May.^[112]^[113] It attracts performers and visitors from across the region, showcasing traditional and contemporary folk arts in venues throughout the town.^[114] The Holmfirth Arts Festival spans from late May to September, offering a diverse program of music, comedy, theatre, dance, film screenings, walks, and installations across the Holme Valley, with a big free weekend in mid-June emphasizing accessibility for all ages. In 2025, the festival highlighted environmental themes through events like the Eco Expo.^[115]^[116] Holmfirth Artweek, an open art exhibition since 1966, takes place each July and features over 400 exhibitors displaying more than 2,000 artworks for sale, supporting local and national charities while highlighting regional creativity.^[117] The Holmfirth Film Festival, held throughout the year with screenings and events in various months including autumn and winter, presents British, European, and world cinema, including short films and special screenings at local venues like the Picturedrome. In 2025, it celebrated 100 years of community cinema with events from September to December.^[118]^[119] Musical events further enrich the cultural calendar, including the annual Holme Valley Brass Band Contest in April at the Civic Hall, where regional bands compete in test-pieces and hymn tunes, serving as a qualifier for national championships.^[120]^[121] The Holmfirth Choral Society, revived in 1945 following earlier 19th-century predecessors, performs choral works and collaborates on community concerts, contributing to the town's longstanding tradition of vocal music.^[122] Some events draw inspiration from the town's television heritage, such as themed walks during the Arts Festival.^[115]

Film, television, and music

Holmfirth served as the primary filming location for the BBC sitcom Last of the Summer Wine, which aired from 1973 to 2010 and produced 295 episodes centered on the antics of elderly residents in a fictional Yorkshire town. The series extensively utilized the town's cobbled streets, hillside views, and local landmarks, transforming Holmfirth into a recognizable on-screen hub that drew international attention to its scenery.^[123] In 2023, efforts to preserve key filming sites gained momentum; Sid's Café—depicted as the café owned by the character Sid—was added to but subsequently removed from England's heritage at-risk register following successful preservation efforts, highlighting the town's commitment to safeguarding its screen heritage amid modern development pressures.^[36] The Picturedrome, originally opened in 1913 as the Holme Valley Theatre, stands as one of Holmfirth's enduring cultural venues, initially screening silent films before evolving into a live music space that hosts approximately 100 gigs annually, featuring genres from rock to tribute acts.^[124] This approximately 700-capacity hall maintains its historic charm with a sloped floor and original features, supporting the local music scene through regular performances.^[125] Holmfirth's early cinema legacy traces to the Bamforth & Co. company, founded by James Bamforth in the late 19th century, which pioneered British film production with comic shorts like A Kiss in the Tunnel (1899) and Women's Rights (1899), shot using innovative editing techniques in local studios.^[68] These works, produced until around 1913, marked some of the first narrative fiction films in the UK, blending lantern slide expertise with motion picture technology.^[23] Contemporary ties to the entertainment industry include actress Jessica Gunning, raised in Holmfirth, who won an Emmy Award in 2024 for her role as Martha in the Netflix series Baby Reindeer, bringing recent acclaim to the town's screen connections.^[126] The local music culture occasionally overlaps with folk traditions, enriching the venues' diverse programming.^[127]

Sport

Cycling and outdoor pursuits

Holmfirth's cycling scene is anchored by the Holmfirth Cycling Club, established in November 2013 to promote amateur cycling across all disciplines, ages, and abilities.^[128] The club, which offers affordable annual membership at £10, organizes group rides for various skill levels, including e-bike inclusive options, and initially attracted over 100 members shortly after its formation.^[129]^[130] The area's hilly terrain gained international prominence when Stage 2 of the 2014 Tour de France passed through Holmfirth en route from York to Sheffield, featuring the challenging Category 2 climb of Holme Moss, a 4.7-kilometer ascent with gradients up to 14%.^[131]^[132] This event, which drew over 2.5 million spectators across Yorkshire stages, highlighted Holmfirth's suitability for endurance cycling and boosted local participation in the sport.^[133] Beyond cycling, Holmfirth offers extensive walking opportunities, with trails like the Holme Moss loop providing a 11.4-mile challenging route through moorland and clough, ideal for hikers seeking elevation gains of around 1,500 feet. The town lies adjacent to sections of the Pennine Way National Trail, a 268-mile path that traverses the Yorkshire moors, enabling long-distance treks with panoramic views of the Peak District. This route also serves as the backbone for The Spine Race, a grueling 268-mile winter ultramarathon from Edale to Kirk Yetholm; in 2025, local resident Mel Sykes completed the full event in 132 hours despite recent brain surgery, exemplifying the race's passage through Holmfirth-area checkpoints like Wessenden Head.^[136]^[137]^[138] Access to the Peak District supports additional outdoor pursuits, including climbing at local crags like Holmfirth Cliff, a gritstone venue with short aretes and bays offering routes in various conditions.^[139] Indoor climbing walls are available nearby in Holmfirth and surrounding areas, providing year-round bouldering and roped sessions for beginners to advanced climbers.^[140] Orienteering events and navigation courses utilize the region's forests and moors, with guided sessions around Holmfirth teaching map-and-compass skills on trails blending urban edges with wild terrain.^[141]^[142]

Team sports and facilities

Holmfirth supports a range of organized team sports, with clubs emphasizing community participation across athletics, football, cricket, and rugby. The Holmfirth Harriers Athletics Club, established in 1907 following a meeting at the Elephant and Castle Inn, is one of the region's largest athletics organizations, with over 400 members as of 2025 and offering track and field, cross-country, road running, fell running, and triathlon activities for all ages and abilities.^[143]^[144]^[145] The club has achieved notable success in regional competitions and fosters inclusivity through junior sections and events.^[146] In football, Holmfirth Town FC fields senior and junior teams in local amateur leagues, including the Huddersfield and District Association Football League, where the open-age side competes in Division 3.^[147] Formed in 2010, the club has progressed through promotions and maintains a reserve team alongside youth squads from under-7s upward, promoting grassroots development in the Holme Valley area.^[148] Cricket is prominent at Holmfirth Cricket Club, founded in 1848 and based at Bridge Lane, which fields multiple senior teams in the Huddersfield Central Cricket League alongside thriving junior sections that have secured league titles in under-11 and under-13 categories.^[149]^[150] The club emphasizes inclusivity and community engagement, hosting events like fireworks displays to support youth programs.^[151] Rugby league is represented locally by Underbank Rangers ARLFC, based at The Cross Grounds in Holmfirth, which competes in the Yorkshire Men's League and fields teams from open-age masters down to under-9s, including girls' and women's sides.^[152] Residents also access union and professional rugby through nearby Huddersfield clubs, such as Huddersfield RUFC in Lockwood and the professional Huddersfield Giants in the Super League.^[153] Key sports facilities in Holmfirth include the Holmfirth Pool and Fitness Centre, managed by Kirklees Active Leisure (KAL), which offers swimming, gym access, group fitness classes, and a sports hall for team activities, remaining operational into 2025 despite periodic maintenance closures.^[154] The adjacent Holmfirth Community Sports Centre, part of Holmfirth High School, provides public access to a multi-use games area, 5-a-side pitches, and indoor spaces for evenings and weekends, supporting local team training and matches.^[155] Nearby, the Colne Valley Leisure Centre in Slaithwaite features a gym, sports hall, and fitness classes, serving the broader Holmfirth area.^[156] These facilities faced significant challenges from Kirklees Council budget constraints between 2023 and 2025, with proposed cuts to KAL funding leading to threats of closures across the borough, including Colne Valley and Dewsbury Sports Centre, due to rising operational costs and a £47 million council deficit.^[157] Public consultation in late 2023 resulted in Colne Valley and Batley Sports and Tennis Centre being spared immediate closure, with KAL receiving £2.555 million in council support for 2024/25 to sustain operations at viable sites like Holmfirth Pool.^[158]^[54] However, ongoing financial pressures, including RAAC structural issues at some centers and redundancies affecting over 200 staff, have limited programming and access, prompting community campaigns for long-term investment.^[159]^[160] Despite these issues, the facilities continue to underpin team sports participation in Holmfirth.^[161]

Media

Local broadcasting

Holmfirth residents receive local radio broadcasts primarily from BBC Radio Leeds, which delivers news, weather, and community updates tailored to West Yorkshire, including Kirklees borough.^[162] This station has provided coverage of significant local developments, such as the ongoing Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan (HTCAP) works, a £10.3 million scheme initiated in 2024 to enhance pedestrian access, reduce traffic congestion, and extend parking facilities, with updates reported through 2025 amid delays and business impacts.^[163] Additionally, Greatest Hits Radio West Yorkshire broadcasts on 96.3 FM across the region, offering classic hits interspersed with local news bulletins from its Leeds studio, serving areas like Holmfirth with traffic reports and event announcements.^[164] For television, Holmfirth falls within the transmission area of BBC Yorkshire and ITV Yorkshire, accessible via the Emley Moor main transmitter or the local Holmfirth relay for Freeview services.^[165] These regional channels produce programming focused on Yorkshire affairs, including Kirklees-specific stories such as the council's 2025/26 budget challenges, where a £26.8 million revenue savings package was approved to address a funding gap, with on-air discussions highlighting asset sales and service cuts.^[166] ITV Yorkshire's Calendar programme similarly features segments on local governance issues, ensuring Holmfirth viewers stay informed on borough-wide matters like financial deficits.^[167] Post-2020, local broadcasting has seen a digital shift toward podcasting, particularly for exploring Holmfirth's history, with initiatives like the TOWNSOUNDS series launched in 2023 by Kirklees Council partners to document musical and cultural heritage through resident interviews.^[168] The Holmfirth Local History Group has also contributed to this trend by sharing audio content and online talks on the area's industrial past and community events, reflecting broader growth in accessible, on-demand local media.^[169]

Print and digital outlets

The primary print outlet serving Holmfirth is the Huddersfield Daily Examiner, a paid daily newspaper published by Reach plc that includes dedicated coverage of local events, news, and issues in Holmfirth through its online and print editions.^[170] With an average circulation of approximately 2,100 copies per issue as of late 2024, it provides weekly features on Holmfirth-specific topics such as community developments and town centre improvements, complementing broader Kirklees district reporting.^[171] A more localized print publication is the Holme Valley Review, a free monthly newspaper focused exclusively on the Holme Valley area, including Holmfirth, covering news, sports, business, and cultural stories distributed at over 250 pickup points in supermarkets and town centres across the region.^[172] Recent editions from 2023 to 2024 have highlighted efforts to preserve historic sites, such as the successful removal of Sid's Cafe—a landmark featured in the BBC sitcom Last of the Summer Wine—from the Heritage at Risk Register following community-led restoration work.^[35] The publication also reported on tourism growth, noting improvements in Holmfirth's vacancy rates and the adoption of the Holmfirth Blueprint, a council plan aimed at enhancing visitor appeal and economic vitality in the town centre.^[173] For official local updates, the Kirklees Together website serves as a key digital resource, offering regular blogs and news on Holmfirth's infrastructure projects, community initiatives, and access plans, including monthly summaries available online and at the local library.^[99] Community-driven digital outlets include active online groups and newsletters, such as the Holmfirth Community Group on Facebook, which fosters discussion on local matters and has nearly 20,000 members as of 2021, promoting events and support networks.^[174] Additionally, the Holme Valley Parish Council produces quarterly newsletters distributed digitally and in print, detailing parish activities, grants, and facilities across the area, including Holmfirth and surrounding villages.^[175] These platforms emphasize grassroots engagement, often sharing updates on tourism initiatives that have contributed to a 3% regional visitor increase in West Yorkshire during 2024.^[176]

Notable people

Surrounding villages

Holmfirth is the main town in the Holme Valley civil parish, which encompasses numerous surrounding villages. These include Brockholes, Cinderhills, Hade Edge, Hepworth, Hinchliffe Mill, Holmbridge, Holme, Honley, Jackson Bridge, Netherthong, New Mill, Scholes, Thongsbridge, Upperthong, and Wooldale.^[60]

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Holmfirth High School | The Good Schools Guide
From September 2024, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgement in inspections of state-funded schools. Full inspection: Outstanding. 20 June ...
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Pupils - Holmfirth High School
A year 12 and 13 attached to a school. Students can apply to a sixth form even if they haven't attended the school previously. In Huddersfield the schools with ...
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Careers Programme Information - Holmfirth High School
The Post 16 Fair will allow pupils, parents and carers to meet with Sixth Forms, Colleges, Training and Apprenticeship providers. All pupils will have ...
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Science - Holmfirth High School
Our curriculum has been designed around 10 main themes. These are: Energy, Forces, Electricity and Magnetism, Earth and Space, Waves, Matter, Reactions, ...Missing: focus | Show results with:focus
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Directions on Getting To Holmfirth by Car or Bus - Holmfirth Info
Sep 22, 2021 · From the North West: Leave the M62 at J23 Huddersfield. Follow the signs 3 miles into Huddersfield and turn right onto the Ring Road.
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A6024 - Roader's Digest: The SABRE Wiki
Apr 29, 2020 · The A6024 forms one of the classic hill passes in the Pennines, running between the A628 Woodhead Pass and Holmfirth in the Calder Valley.
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Holmfirth, West Yorkshire | Countryfile.com
Jun 1, 2011 · Turn right along the main A6024 (A635), pass the tourist information centre and traffic lights then turn left up steep Cooper Lane. At the ...
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Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan (HTCAP) - Kirklees Council
The plan is a £10.3m investment to improve accessibility, reduce traffic, and includes car park extension, pedestrian access, and a 20mph limit.<|separator|>
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Holmfirth Town Centre Access Plan – October update 2025
Oct 8, 2025 · These works will take place overnight (8pm–6am) with full road closures and diversions in place and include resurfacing, lining of roads and ...Missing: COVID- recovery outdoor
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Timetables | First Bus
Our Timetables are listed below. To search for a specific route number, please type the number into the Bus Timetable Search box.
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Holmfirth - Disused Stations
Apr 28, 2021 · Part of Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway from 1847. Date closed to passengers: 2.11.1959. Date closed completely: 3.5.1965. Company on closing:.
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Holmfirth branch - Disused Stations
May 18, 2017 · The viaduct seems to have caused no further problems. It survived until 1976, 11 years after the line was abandoned, when it was blown up – ...
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Brockholes Station to Holmfirth - 4 ways to travel via line 310 bus ...
The journey takes approximately 6 min. ... How far is it from Brockholes Station to Holmfirth? The distance between Brockholes Station and Holmfirth is 2 miles.
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History of the Penistone Line
Feb 12, 2025 · The Holmfirth Branch Line was closed to passengers on 31 October 1959. ... The closure of the Woodhead Line to passenger services in 1970 ...
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Brockholes Station | Train Times - Northern Rail
Brockholes. Ticket office. Address: Open map. Brockholes station, Brockholes Lane, Brockholes, Huddersfield, HD9 7EB.
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Transpennine Route Upgrade: Home
The Transpennine Route Upgrade is a major railway program improving journeys between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds, and York with more frequent, faster ...Missing: 2024-2025 | Show results with:2024-2025
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Transpennine Route Upgrade - Network Rail
The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) is a multi-billion pound, long-term railway infrastructure programme that will improve connectivity.
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Busiest stations in Yorkshire as numbers bounce back after Covid
Nov 26, 2024 · Brockholes (36,000); Gargrave (35,000); Woodhouse (33,000); Silkstone Common (31,000); Hellifield (29,000); Berry Brow (27,000); Ribblehead ...
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H6 - Holmfirth - Holmfirth – Stotts Coaches - Bus Times
H6 Holmfirth - Holmfirth. A bus service operated by Stotts Coaches ... Holmfirth Bus Station (stand D), 09:16, 10:43, 11:43, 12:43, 13:43, 14:13, 14:43, 15 ...
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Holmfirth Festival of Folk | Folk dancing, music and spoken word ...
Holmfirth is a small pennine town which comes to life during the Festival of Folk. There has been a folk festival in Holmfirth for more than 40 years. 2026 ...
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Brilliant photos perfectly summing up Holmfirth Festival of Folk 2025
May 10, 2025 · There has been a folk festival in Holmfirth for four decades with the 2025 incarnation being the 47th. A host of brilliant acts have been performing.
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Holmfirth Festival of Folk: In pictures as grand celebrations mark a ...
May 9, 2022 · For the past two years the hugely popular festival has been held online, and this year's return marks 44 years since it was first launched. Run ...
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Holmfirth Arts Festival: Arts Festival - Yorkshire
Join us for an exciting few months of music, comedy, theatre, film, dance, walks, installations and participatory events for all ages and abilities.What's On · Participate · Your Visit · WHO WE ARE
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https://bustimes.org/services/h6-holmfirth-brockholes-circular
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Holmfirth Artweek – Celebrating Creativity in Holme Valley since 1966
Sunday 5th – Saturday 11th July, 2026. One of the UK's Largest Open Art Exhibitions, Featuring over 400 exhibitors and over 2,000 artworks, plus dozens of ...
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Holmfirth Film Festival | Discover & Experience Film locally
Join Holmfirth Film Festival to enjoy British, European, and World Cinema. Explore upcoming screenings, local history films, and special events in the Holme ...Missing: Picturedrome | Show results with:Picturedrome
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Our final film for October... - Holmfirth Film Festival - Facebook
Oct 31, 2025 · Tonight we are screening The Ceremony from Jack King. Download the programme https://buff.ly/Nqqvdpt Book Tickets https://buff.ly/DNcZjEf Visit ...
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Report & Results: 2025 Holmfirth Contest — 4barsrest
Apr 30, 2025 · Report & Results: 2025 Holmfirth Contest. Hepworth prepares for its Grand Shield challenge by regaining the test-piece and hymn tune honours ...
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Holme Valley Brass Band Contest - Facebook
The Contest will take place on Sunday 27th April 2025 at The Civic, Holmfirth. In the interest of improving the Contest experience for both bands and audiences ...
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History - Holmfirth Choral Society
Although there was a Choral Society in Holmfirth in the latter half of the nineteenth century, the present Holmfirth Choral Society was founded in 1945, ...Missing: 1892 | Show results with:1892
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The Very Last of the Summer Wine - BBC News
Aug 27, 2010 · Greengrocer Andrew Bray gives a tour around Holmfirth, where Last of the Summer wine was filmed. ByJames Alexander. BBC News. The world's ...
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Picturedrome History
Originally, the Picturedrome was known as the Holme Valley Theatre and was opened on Easter Monday, March 1st 1913.
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Picturedrome, Holmfirth Concerts (Updated for 2025 - 2026)
Picturedrome, Holmfirth's concert list along with photos, videos, and setlists of their past concerts & performances.Missing: music | Show results with:music
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Holmfirth's Jessica Gunning bags Emmy for Baby Reindeer Martha ...
Sep 16, 2024 · Jessica Gunning won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in the category for playing Donny Dunn's (Gadd) stalker, Martha Scott, in the Netflix limited ...
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Picturedrome Holmfirth Music Venue
The North of England's finest intimate Music Venue, Holmfirth, Huddersfield.Ticket information · Venue Guide · Holmfirth Guide · Picturedrome Gift VouchersMissing: hospitality retail
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Holmfirth Cycling Club – Promoting the amateur sport of cycling
Holmfirth Cycling Club, formed in November 2013 in Yorkshire, England, welcomes members of all ages and genders and we support all cycling disciplines.Missing: founded history
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Holmfirth - Facebook
Sep 30, 2025 · Why not join Holmfirth Cycling Club? Membership is only £10 - no, not per month, but for an entire year! The club organises rides for most ...
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Holmfirth Cycling Club Club profile - British Cycling
About our club. Holmfirth CC is a new progressive and family friendly cycling club for: • All ages/genders • All cycling disciplines • All abilitiesMissing: founded | Show results with:founded
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Tour de France 2014 Stage Two York to Sheffield - Hedgehog Cycling
The route of Stage Two of the 2014 Tour de France, on 6th July 2014, is from York to Sheffield via Howarth, Hebden Bridge, and Huddersfield.
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Tour de France 2014 stage two schedule | Cycling Weekly
Jan 30, 2014 · ... Holmfirth 14:48. Holmbridge 14:51. Holme 14:55. Cote de Holme Moss category 2 ... start, 10 summit finishes including the Angliru, and a team ...
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Tour de France: Yorkshire stages watched by 2.5m - BBC News
Jul 6, 2014 · The second stage of the Tour de France has finished in Sheffield with 2.5m people having lined the route around Yorkshire over two days.
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Holme Moss and Ramsden Clough Circular - West Yorkshire - AllTrails
Rating 4.4 (181) Try this 11.4-mile loop trail near Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 26 min to complete.
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The Pennine Way - Great Yorkshire Walks
Jan 6, 2016 · The complete Pennine Way is a 268 mile walk stretching from Edale in Derbyshire to Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders.<|separator|>
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Ultrarunner Mel Sykes completes Spine Race after brain surgery
Jan 27, 2025 · Mel Sykes from Holmfirth finished the race in 132 hours, just 15 months after a major operation.
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Home — The Spine Race
The Montane Spine Races are widely regarded amongst the toughest endurance races in the world. The non stop, expedition style of racing will test your physical ...Race Results · Montane Summer Spine · Montane Winter Spine · Spine
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The winter Spine Race up at Wessenden Head today. Competitors ...
Jan 12, 2025 · Record time is 72 hours. #spinerace #holmfirth. The winter Spine Race up at Wessenden Head today. Competitors race 260 miles up the Pennine Way.<|separator|>
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Holmfirth Cliff - UKC Logbook - UKClimbing
A nice small crag with a fantastic view of Holmfirth. It is often in condition when other local crags are not.
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Indoor Climbing Walls in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire | Geronigo
Explore Climbing Walls around Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, with 2 locations to choose from and prices from £19.99. Find a new adventure at Gero...Missing: Peak | Show results with:Peak
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Guided Walks & Navigation Courses - Explore with Boot Routes
Our navigation courses are run over 2 days, around the Holmfirth area in West Yorkshire and the Peak District. Why Choose Boot Routes for your navigation ...
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Orienteering in the Peak District - Blue Mountain Activities
Orienteering is great fun, exciting and challenging and suitable for all ages and levels of experience. Great fun for schools, youth groups, families or adult ...
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Bradford and West Yorkshire - Sport - Holmfirth Harriers' hundred!
Oct 3, 2007 · The origins of the club can be traced back to a meeting held in the Elephant and Castle Inn in Holmfirth on October 1st 1907 where, according to ...Missing: founded | Show results with:founded
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Holmfirth Harriers AC - British Athletics
Holmfirth Harriers is a friendly club with over 600 active members. It caters for athletes of all ages, gender and ability. It has enjoyed success at both ...<|separator|>
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Home - Holmfirth Harriers Athletics Club
We welcome new members of all abilities, whether you are aspiring to compete at the highest levels of competition or just get off the couch.New MembersTraining & Club NightsEventsContact & Find UsThe HHAC Juniors Section
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https://www.bootroutes.com/boot-routes-navigation-courses
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Holmfirth Town FC: Football team in Huddersfield, Yorkshire
About Holmfirth Town FC. Formed in 2010, the first team have won successful back to back promotions. We also have a reserve side and four junior teams.
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Holmfirth Cricket Club
Login ; April Lottery Results. The Fundraising Club Lottery April draw has taken place; one lucky winner won £5,000! ; March Lottery Results. The Fundraising Club ...Missing: Bournes | Show results with:Bournes
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Holmfirth Cricket Club's under 11s and under 13s win league titles to ...
Officials at Holmfirth Cricket Club are celebrating as their under 11s and under 13s won their junior leagues.
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Holmfirth Cricket Club (@holmfirthcricketclub) - Instagram
391 followers · 121 posts · Est. 1848 Join our junior and senior teams Home of the Holmfirth Hurricanes Yorkshire Champions New players welcome.Missing: Bournes | Show results with:Bournes
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Underbank Rangers Rugby League Club - Pitchero
Underbank Rangers Rugby League Club. The Cross Grounds Dunford Road Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 2RR. Tel: 01484 686744.
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Huddersfield Rugby Union Football Club - Huddersfield RUFC
Huddersfield Rugby Union Football Club · Huddersfield Rugby Union Football Club · Latest Club News · Events · Rugby Results · Rugby Fixtures · Affiliates · Gallery.
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Holmfirth Pool & Fitness Centre | KAL Gyms - Kirklees Active Leisure
So many exciting classes to choose from, with weekly timetables suited to all ages and abilities. Group Fitness Timetable. From 1st September 2025.
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Holmfirth Community Sports Centre - Kirklees Council
Nov 25, 2024 · Holmfirth Community Sports Centre is part of Holmfirth High School and offers sports facilities available to the public at evenings and weekends.Missing: 2025 | Show results with:2025
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Colne Valley Leisure Centre | KAL Gyms
Workout at Colne Valley Leisure Centre from £19.95 per month! Browse available facilities, opening times and classes available.
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Meeting to decide fate of Kirklees leisure centres - BBC
Nov 29, 2023 · Some sports centres in Kirklees will close due to rising costs and reduced funding from the council.Missing: affecting | Show results with:affecting
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Two Kirklees leisure centres saved from closure but one to stay shut
Nov 30, 2023 · Under the new plans to be decided by Cabinet on Tuesday, December 12, Batley Sports and Tennis Centre and Colne Valley Leisure Centre are to ...
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RAAC, ruin and redundancies - how Kirklees Active Leisure was ...
Dec 6, 2023 · Kirklees Council sets out the new business plan for Kirklees Active Leisure which will save leisure centres in Slaithwaite and Batley.
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Union warns over Kirklees leisure centre redundancies - BBC News
Oct 4, 2023 · Colne Valley Leisure Centre in Slaithwaite is among three sites under threat of closure ... Holmfirth Pool and Fitness Centre and Stadium ...
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Leisure centres review consultation - Kirklees Council
Nov 13, 2023 · The new proposal means that Batley Sports and Tennis Centre and Colne Valley Leisure Centre will stay open. During the next financial year (2024/25) KAL will ...
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Radio Leeds - Listen Live - BBC Sounds
Listen live to Radio Leeds on BBC Sounds.
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How roadworks in Holmfirth are bringing businesses together - BBC
Oct 26, 2025 · In a statement, Kirklees Council said it is "sorry" to hear about business closures. "We know it has been a tough time for many. "Improvement ...
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Greatest Hits Radio (West Yorkshire) - The Good Times Sound Like ...
Listen live to your favourite music and presenters at Greatest Hits Radio (West Yorkshire). Keep up with the latest news and shows, enter competitions, ...
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Holmfirth (Kirklees, England) Freeview Light transmitter - UK Free TV
Sep 23, 2011 · Which Freeview channels does the Holmfirth transmitter broadcast? ; 3 ITV 1 (SD) (Yorkshire (Emley Moor micro region)) ; 4 Channel 4 (SD) North ...
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Latest Kirklees Council budget 'looks to the future' - leader - BBC
Feb 10, 2025 · The council has published its proposed budget for the next financial year, which included £27.6m of cuts to help close the gap on a budget black ...Missing: deficit coverage
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Kirklees Council to sell off more land to plug £47m deficit - BBC News
Jul 2, 2025 · 2 July 2025. A cash-strapped local authority is planning to offload more of its assets in order to bring in £6m. Kirklees Council was faced ...
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Listen to the first TOWNSOUNDS Podcast now! - Music in Kirklees
Jan 13, 2023 · Listen to the first TOWNSOUNDS Podcast now! Discover the fascinating history of Kirklees music festivals in our first TOWNSOUNDS podcast. News.
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Holmfirth Local History Group
We are a group of local historians interested in the Holmfirth area. Historically Holmfirth was a much larger area than the small town.Missing: post- 2020
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Holmfirth - Huddersfield Examiner
Nov 1, 2025 · All the latest news, pictures, videos and gossip from Holmfirth.
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Regional ABCs: Irish News retains top spot amid double-digit drops
Mar 11, 2024 · ... 2023. While the News saw its average daily circulation fall by ... Huddersfield Daily Examiner, 2,963, −31%. Grimsby Telegraph, 4,019, −33 ...
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Holme Valley Review – News for the Holme Valley and surrounding ...
A more accessible town centre for businesses, residents and visitors and reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions by prioritising transport options.
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£10.3m plan progressing - Holme Valley Review
The roadworks have caused considerable disruption, leading to traffic jams that stretch for miles during peak hours. While the short-term inconvenience is ...
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List Your Company, Event, or Job on Holmfirth Info
Oct 7, 2021 · – Facebook Group – Holmfirth Events Business Listings (over 110 members) · – Facebook Group – Holmfirth Community Group (nearly 20,000 members) ...
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Newsletters - Holme Valley Parish Council
Aug 21, 2024 · Newletters and Annual Reports by year. 2024 Newsletters. Read more · 2023 Newsletters. Read more · 2022 Newsletters. Read more.Missing: South | Show results with:South
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West Yorkshire Tourism Hits Record High as Culture Drives Visitor ...
Aug 5, 2025 · The region welcomed 73 million visitors in 2024, a 3% increase on the previous year. Visitor spending grew by 7.8% to £6.26 billion, while the ...