Historic Sites in Halifax

We've collected top 10 mentioned historic sites in Halifax from other articles such as University of Salford Students' Union, Culture Trip, mummytravels.

Historic Sites in Halifax

Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey
4.6 (3470 ratings)4.5 (1092 ratings)
Atmospheric, well preserved 12th-century abbey ruins with a visitor centre and tree-filled parkland.
Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMuseumSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Leeds-List
50 Must Visit Landmarks and Attractions in Leeds
"This historic Leeds landmark is one of the most intact examples of a medieval Cistercian abbey in the UK. Aside from the ruins themselves, which you’re free to explore, there are 24 hectares of parkland here, so pack a picnic and find a spot next to the scenic River Aire. Visit on the last weekend of the month and you can also make the most of Kirkstall Abbey Deli Market, which offers a delectable mix of street food and fresh local produce."
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
Museums in Leeds - Attractions in Leeds
"Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Road, Leeds, LS5 3EH - Visit now. Founded in 1152, Kirkstall Abbey on the bank of the River Aire is one of the most complete examples of a medieval Cistercian monastery in Britain. Its dramatic ruins have inspired artists such as JMW Turner over the centuries, and provided the perfect setting for Yorkshire’s Gothic Film Festival in 2013."
Mentioned by Yorkshire Tots to Teens
Top 10 Things to do at Leeds Museums & Galleries Summer 2021
"Kirkstall Abbey has a wooly great summer of sheep themed activities in the abbey!. Cistercians loved their sheep and they Kirkstall Abbey will celebrate that fact with a baa-tastic trail. Pick up or download a trail to find the whole flock and discover the different types of sheep that the UK call home."
Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam
4.6 (3473 ratings)4.5 (1012 ratings)
Grand residence standing in parkland and filled with priceless art and antiques plus a working farm.
Temple Newsam Rd, Leeds, LS15 0AE, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksEvent venueHistorical landmarkMuseumParkHistoric Sites
Abbey House Museum
Abbey House Museum
4.6 (451 ratings)4.5 (371 ratings)
Family-friendly site opening a window onto 19th-century life in Leeds with shops, houses and an inn.
Abbey Walk, Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by mummytravels
The best things to do in Leeds with kids
"In the galleries at Abbey House Museum, you’ll be transported back to life in Victorian Leeds, strolling recreated 19th century streets. There are shops, a pub and houses, where you can peer inside and see how people lived a century or so ago, as well as regular new exhibitions. You can also discover a whole area on classic toys, including traditional games and Victorian dolls – you can even play some of the original penny slot machines (and buy an old-fashioned penny from the vending machine to do it)."
Harewood House Trust
Harewood House Trust
4.5 (2607 ratings)4 (1132 ratings)
18th-century stately home with Robert Adam-designed interiors, priceless art and landscaped garden.
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds LS17 9LG, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Harewood House is a grandiose 18th-century country home, set in stunning gardens – and it’s full of art. The watercolours are at the heart of their extensive collection – they have paintings by the likes of JMW Turner, Thomas Girtin and John Varley. You can also see temporary exhibitions by modern artists, works by masters of the Italian Renaissance and family portraits by the likes of Reynolds, Hopper and Lawrence."
Mentioned by Clayton Hotel Leeds City
10 Unique Things to do in Leeds for Couples
"Harewood House was built in the 18th century and is one of the Treasure Houses of England. Located just outside Leeds in the heart of Yorkshire, visitors of Harewood House can enjoy art exhibitions, the Rare Bird Garden, Farm Experience and over 100 acres of well-manicured gardens. It is a must on the places to visit in Leeds."
Victoria Baths
Victoria Baths
4.7 (732 ratings)4.5 (202 ratings)
Edwardian-era swimming & Turkish bath facility with an ornate, restored interior used for events.
Hathersage Rd, Manchester, M13 0FE, United Kingdom
Heritage buildingSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistoric Sites
Thackray Museum of Medicine
Thackray Museum of Medicine
4.4 (757 ratings)4.5 (794 ratings)
Interactive displays tell the story of medicine from Victorian operating theatres to modern surgery.
141 Beckett St, Harehills, Leeds LS9 7LN, United Kingdom
MuseumHistoric SitesSpecialty Museums
Salford Lads Club
Salford Lads Club
4.7 (248 ratings)5 (50 ratings)
Red brick club, established in 1903, holding community events, with a concert hall and Smiths room.
Lads' Club, St Ignatius Walk, Salford M5 3RX, United Kingdom
Youth clubSights & LandmarksClubHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Salford (Greater Manchester, England
"Before he founded the Scout Movement, Robert Baden-Powell set up the Salford Lads’ Club in Ordsall in 1903. The idea behind clubs like these was to keep young boys in deprived areas out of trouble, and channel their energy into constructive pursuits and sport. The list of former members here is illustrious and includes the actor Albert Finney, the Busby Babe Eddie Colman and guitarist Graham Nash of the Hollies and Crosby, Stills and Nash."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
25 Free Things to Do and See in Manchester, England
"You may recognise The Salford Lads’ Club from the famous cover of The Smiths’ hugely popular 1986 album The Queen is Dead, with a bouffant-haired Morrissey and co stood outside its doors. Now you’re in Manchester, you’d be silly not to venture out to this same spot for a Smiths selfie with your fellow travellers. A popular venue for Manc-music fans; head inside to learn more about the band and to buy exclusive merchandise."
Mentioned by University of Salford Students' Union
Welcome: Things to Do
"Located a 20 minute walk away from the Peel Park campus, Salford Lads' Club was established in 1903 as a purpose built club for boys. The club was famously featured on the cover for the The Smiths album 'The Queen is Dead'."
Turton Tower
Turton Tower
4.5 (365 ratings)4 (142 ratings)
Unusual fortification, stately home and cafe open to the public Wednesday, Sunday and bank holidays.
Chapeltown Rd, Chapeltown, Bolton BL7 0HG, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistorical societyHistory museumHistoric Sites
Pendle Hill
Pendle Hill
4.8 (416 ratings)5 (191 ratings)
Rising 557 m. above sea level, this famous hill features a Bronze Age burial site & paragliding.
Nelson, BB9 6LQ, United Kingdom
Mountain peakSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Park Leisure
Local Area - Ribble Valley, Lancashire
"There’s an incredible history behind Pendle Hill, a Bronze Age burial site. This breathtaking landmark maintains a strong association with witchcraft thanks to the witch trials of 1612. For walkers, access to the hill is most commonly from nearby village of Barley."
Clitheroe Castle
Clitheroe Castle
4.5 (501 ratings)
Remains of a 12th-century castle keep, chapel & jail, with an adjoining museum & surrounding garden.
Clitheroe, BB7 1BA, UK
BuildingMuseumsCastlesHistoric SitesHistory Museums
Mentioned by Park Leisure
Local Area - Ribble Valley, Lancashire
"Stood high on Castle Hill dominating Clitheroe’s skyline for over 800 years, Clitheroe Castle Museum is now open after a complete makeover and offers a day of exploration for all the family. Explore the hands-on galleries, collections and displays which reveal amazing stories and take you on a journey through 350 million years of history."

Best French Bakery in Halifax

Hansford's
Hansford's
5 (1 ratings)
49 High St, Manchester, M4 3AH, United Kingdom
Bakery
Mentioned by I Love Manchester
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"It’s half-deli, half-bakery, with a wide selection of pies, sausage rolls, cakes, pastries and freshly baked loaves. Alongside its famous hot roast carvery rolls, it’s worth having a go at the full English Vienna. For just £6, they’ll fill a bap bigger than your head with hand made pork sausages, rindless back bacon, hash brown, egg, black pudding, spam, mushrooms, tomatoes and/or beans."
Bill's Leeds Restaurant
Bill's Leeds Restaurant
4.4 (1373 ratings)
Contemporary European chain dishing up separate breakfast, afternoon tea, lunch and dinner menus.
1 Albion Pl, Leeds, LS1 6JL, United Kingdom
British restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeLunch restaurantModern British restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"They’re the light, fluffy American variety and you can get three or five, depending on your appetite. There are two toppings to choose from – go fruity with banana, strawberries and blueberries or try the American-style smoked streaky bacon with syrup. If you visit between 21st February 2020 and 1st March 2020, you’ll have even more options, with unusual eats like sweetcorn pancakes, poached eggs, feta and avocado."
Mentioned by restaurantchoice.co.uk
The Best of Leeds Lunch Deals: Restaurant Choice
"If you’re having a bit of dull, bad day, you should absolutely consider stopping by Bill’s for lunch. Not only do they have a great deal, but you’ll feel yourself relax as soon as you sit down, and the food isn’t half bad either. Order two courses for £11.95, three for £13.95 between noon and 7 PM, Monday-Friday."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
The Ultimate Guide to Family-friendly Dining in Leeds City Centre
"When it comes to eating out with the kids, Bill’s is a no brainer. In the morning, they do everything from pancakes drizzled in syrup to a bitesize full English, but it’s dinner time when they really come into their own. Feast on hearty classics like fish fingers, sausage and mash or a good old mac ’n’ cheese."
Deli Kitchen
Deli Kitchen
4.6 (149 ratings)
55 Great George St, Leeds, LS1 3BB, United Kingdom
CafeDeliRestaurant

Best Lunch Restaurants in Halifax

Humpit - The Hummus & Pita Bar
Humpit - The Hummus & Pita Bar
4.7 (49 ratings)
Leeds University Union (basement level, Leeds, LS2 9JZ, United Kingdom
Vegan restaurantFalafel restaurantHealth food restaurantLunch restaurantMediterranean restaurant
Mentioned by Faraway Lucy
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"If you want a filling meal that’s also healthy, head on down to Humpit in the Corn Exchange or at Leeds University Union. Here you can choose between salad bowls topped with healthy delights such as hummus and falafel, filled pittas, Turkish pizzas, loaded fries and more. Everything on the menu is plant-based, so take your pick and dig in!"
Mentioned by BuzzFeed
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"If something's worth doing, it's worth doing right – and Humpit do hummus right. Go for a classic bowl of their creamy hummus, served with your choice of toppings (I recommend the spicy salsa) and hunks of fresh pitta bread to mop it all up. Their stuffed pittas are also a great takeaway lunch option if you're passing by the Corn Exchange."
Fig + Sparrow
Fig + Sparrow
4.6 (535 ratings)
20 Oldham St, Manchester, M1 1JA, United Kingdom
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
Cafes in Manchester | Coffee Shops in Manchester
"Fig and Sparrow, 20 Oldham Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 1JN - Visit now. This design-store-cum-coffee-bar ticks two boxes at once; shopping for beautiful gifts, and sipping a well-crafted coffee. The interior is warm and welcoming with a stripped-back, Scandinavian vibe."
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
The best coffee shops in Manchester
"Half coffee shop, half homewares, all stunning - Fig and Sparrow is a dainty café with design as beautiful as the latte art. From their tiny bar they serve an impressive range of coffees and teas. Flat whites are always meticulous, and it’s worth dipping your beak into their pour-over range."
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"Fig and Sparrow, 20 Oldham Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 1JN - Visit now. Serving up a stylish selection of locally-produced gifts, cards and homeware, as well as great coffee and cake."
Brasserie Abode
Brasserie Abode
4 (169 ratings)
Grand, relaxed brasserie offering day-to-night nostalgic comfort fare, classic cocktails & music.
107a Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2DB, United Kingdom
BrasserieBarBrunch restaurantCafeCocktail barLunch restaurantNight clubRestaurant

Popular Gardens in Halifax

Horsforth Hall Park
Horsforth Hall Park
4.5 (1031 ratings)4.5 (37 ratings)
Outdoor recreation space with walking trails & a Japanese garden, plus a playground & cricket club.
Hall Ln, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5JE, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksPlaygroundsGardens
Mentioned by Leeds-List
12 Leeds Parks We're Lucky to Have on Our Doorstep
"With tree-lined walkways, vast swathes of grassland and a traditional bandstand where live entertained play during the summer, Horsforth Hall Park is a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Japanese gardens are its crowning glory – created in 1987, they reflect the diverse landscapes of the Japanese isles and create a place of contemplation for visitors. The park also has a skate park and a cricket pitch."
Cathedral Gardens
Cathedral Gardens
4.3 (1420 ratings)
Modern urban oasis with lawns, terraces and trees including English oaks and pines.
Corporation St, Manchester, M4 3BG, UK
Garden
Mentioned by AverageLives
The 12 Best Parks In Manchester - A Local's Guide
"Nestled between Manchester Cathedral, the National Football Museum, the Corn Exchange, and Chetham’s School of Music are Cathedral Gardens Manchester. It is a new park but provides a great escape if you are in the Manchester city centre and want to take a breath. It is a regenerated area with a water feature that changes with seasons and concrete sitting areas and is now one of Manchester’s best parks."
York Gate Garden
York Gate Garden
4.7 (284 ratings)4.5 (89 ratings)
Back Church Ln, Adel, Leeds LS16 8DW, United Kingdom
GardenNature & ParksPark

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