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Two fine buildings show the connection between the past and present of Halifax. One is the opulent gleaming glass modern office block belonging to the Halifax Building Society, founded here in 1853 and the other is the Piece Hall which was initially built during the heady days of the "wool trade" and rebuilt in the 1770's. The Piece Hall, thus called because weavers took their pieces or lengths of cloth, to the hall to be sold, is the only surviving manufacturers hall in England, it is clearly identifiable from its domed roof topped with a dramatic weathervane in the shape of a sheep.

Halifax is an industrial city close to the famous Pennines and the route of the Pennine Way in what is known as Yorkshire's "Bronte" country. For such a built-up city, Halifax retains a surprising number of old historic buildings, these range from humble weavers cottages to the grandeur of the Piece Hall and the 15th century parish church dedicated to St.John. The church is a beautiful Perpendicular building which incorporates the remains of an earlier Norman church.

Although Halifax has no real association with the Bronte's, it has links through two nearby villages, these are Ludden Foot where Branwell Bronte was station master for a time, and Southowram, where Emily Bronte worked as a tutor at Law Hill House. It is believed that whilst here, in the sparse countryside, she gained her inspiration for her novel Wuthering Heights.

Of interest is Bankfield Museum, this houses a fine collection of textiles, Wainhouse's Tower - this is considered to be the best folly in the country, it was built by John Wainhouse (1817-1883) and Shibden Hall, a fascinating timber-frame building which houses a folk museum.

Halifax has all the usual large stores, plenty of pubs, lively markets, a wide choice of hotels both in the centre and the lovely surrounding countryside which is well worth exploring, especially the picturesque villages along the Pennine Way.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Halifax

	The Imperial Crown Hotel 42-46 Horton Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, England (0.4 miles, 0.7 km) Built as a Coach Inn during the early 1800's, this traditional Halifax hotel offers a warm welcome. It enjoys a central location and is directly opposite Halifax Railway Station and offers easy access... More info and book online.. Price from £40.00
	Tower House Hotel Master Lane, Pye Nest, Halifax, West Yorkshire, England (1.5 miles, 2.5 km, direction SW) The Wainhouse Tower is one of the prominent landmarks of Halifax and at its foot you'll find the Tower House Hotel. The Tower House Hotel also offers La Torre Restaurant and Bar, where you are assured... More info and book online.. Price from £45.00
	Holdsworth House Hotel Holdsworth, Halifax, West Yorkshire, England (2.3 miles, 3.7 km, direction N) Holdsworth House Hotel is a beautiful Jacobean manor surrounded by secluded mature gardens in the heart of West Yorkshire. The hotel is ideally situated only 3 miles north of Halifax, within easy ... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	The Hobbit Country Inn Hob Lane, Norland, Sowerby Bridge/Halifax, West Yorkshire, England (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction SW) Tranquil country hotel with panoramic views over the Yorkshire dales. The Hobbit offers a home from home stay with friendly, welcoming staff. The original hotel is over 100 years old and after unde... More info and book online.. Price from £37.00
	The Rock Inn Hotel 22 Broad Carr Lane, Holywell Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire, England (3.6 miles, 5.7 km, direction S) A warm, friendly welcome is always assured at The Rock inn, situated in a pituresque setting only 5 minutes from the m62 Incorporating all the attractions of a 17th century wayside Inn offering profes... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00

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Nearby travel help

Halifax Station	(0.4 miles, 0.7 km)
Sowerby Bridge Station	(2.5 miles, 4.0 km, direction SW)
M62 Junction 24	(3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction S)
M62 Junction 23	(4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction S)
Leeds Bradford International Airport	(12.3 miles, 19.8 km, direction NE)
Sheffield City Airport	(30.2 miles, 48.6 km, direction SE)
Halifax to London	(169.8 miles, 273.2 km, direction SE)