Researching Heptonstall is a community-led group for anyone with a passion for uncovering the past. Whether you’re diving into your family history, the story of your house, or the secrets of a specific area, this is the place for you.
Join our informal monthly meetings, led by enthusiastic coordinators.
Part of our Researching Heptonstall group, we’re offering an opportunity to learn archiving skills with a visit to the West Yorkshire Archive Service in Halifax.… Read More »An Introduction to West Yorkshire Archives Service
Come be a part of our research adventure
– because history is better with friends!
St Thomas à Becket, originally a chapel of ease, was built in the 13th century. Until a church was built at Cross Stone near Todmorden in… Read More »A Spare Church in the Graveyard
Author Jill Liddington joins us to tell another story of Hebden Bridge’s involvement in historical change. This time, Lavena Saltonstall, daughter of a fustian dyer… Read More »Lavena Saltonstall: local tailoress and suffragette
Nick Wilding’s film about the history of Heptonstall spans centuries of fascinating life in the village and uncovers wonderful stories from those who grew up surrounded by its beauty and traditions.
David Glover offers an opportunity to hear his unique perspective on the fascinating story of the Cragg Vale Coiners and his ongoing research in the atmospheric surroundings of Heptonstall Museum.
Heptonstall Museum presents a talk from local expert, Mike Edwards to discuss the history and purpose of war memorials.
History @ Heptonstall Museum We are starting 2024 with a series of interesting talks focusing on different aspects of local history in the Valley. The… Read More »To Make Life More Joyous : How Hebden Bridge & Heptonstall contributed to the early co-operative housing movement.
Premier of new one-act play about the life and work of Ethel Carnie Holdsworth. This will be a rehearsed reading followed by a Q and A with the cast and writer.