Holmfirth Arts Festival returns for another exciting year with a Big Free Weekend, Eco Expo and eclectic programme of ticketed events. Holmfirth Arts Festival returns this summer 2025, with an action-packed programme running across the Holme Valley, from May to September including its ever popular Big Free Weekend in June. This year's Festival is inspired...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
his class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
Carving is a beautiful process. The textures, sounds and aroma of the materials will awaken your senses, accompanied by the rhythms of each student driving chisel with mallet. In this class you'll work using finest quality hand tools to carve green timber. Everything is provided. You’ll be shown how to care for tools and where...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
his class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
Carving is a beautiful process. The textures, sounds and aroma of the materials will awaken your senses, accompanied by the rhythms of each student driving chisel with mallet. In this class you'll work using finest quality hand tools to carve green timber. Everything is provided. You’ll be shown how to care for tools and where...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
Time to Party with Thomas the Tank Engine at Whistlestop Valley. Spend the day creating family memories and celebrating 80 years of Thomas! Take a train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt and join Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty for a trainload of excitement! Day Out with Thomas highlights include: A return steam...
Make a box cushion in a day This one-day workshop will take you through the entire process of making box cushions and includes all materials and equipment needed for the day. Box cushions are found in indoor furniture, outdoor furniture, boats, caravans, campers and more. For those people looking to replace cushions and save money,...
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month Starter & Main Course: £27.50 Food served 6pm to 7.30pm Quiz starts: 8.00pm The Rusty Bull presents a delightful fusion of gourmet dining and brain-teasing fun. Amidst the cozy ambiance, you and your friends can enjoy a curated menu of fine food while putting your knowledge to...
Justin returns to The Civic in 2025 with his new tour! A poignant exploration of comedy intertwined with the essence of life's ups and downs. Justin's unparalleled ability to blend side-splitting humour with touching insights offers a rare glimpse into the human condition through the lens of a comedian. This performance is more than just...
A gypsy jazz supergroup with musicians from the Holme and Colne Valleys playing music inspired by the legendary musicians Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli of the ‘Quintette du Hot Club de France’. The group consists of guitarists Martin Chung and Mark Mawby, violinist Eddie Armitage and double bassist James Munroe. Expect fast licks, burning ballads...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
his class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
Carving is a beautiful process. The textures, sounds and aroma of the materials will awaken your senses, accompanied by the rhythms of each student driving chisel with mallet. In this class you'll work using finest quality hand tools to carve green timber. Everything is provided. You’ll be shown how to care for tools and where...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
CONCLAVE (US 2024) Friday 13 June at Hepworth Village Hall Admission £5 - pay on door Doors and bar open 7pm, film starts 7.30pm Multi-Oscar nominated drama around the election of a new Pope, with fine performances from Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini.
Holmfirth Arts Festival is back for 2025 and we're delighted to be able to share with you details of what we've got coming up throughout the festival period this year. BIG weekend is 14th & 15th June but we have events running to September. For updates, please see their website below. https://www.holmfirthartsfestival.co.uk/
Have a big adventure at Whistlestop Valley this Father’s Day with FREE admission for Dad’s, Grandad’s, Father’s-in-law and Father figures (only one free ticket per booking). Your ticket will give you unlimited return train rides to Shelley Station and unlimited rides on the miniature ride-on railway plus access to the playgrounds, jumping pillow, Firebox Café,...
All proceeds to Holmfirth scout group who are raising money to send 2 leaders and 2 explorer scouts on an expedition to Peru. Book you tickets: https://webforms.1sthv.co.uk/view.php?id=21722
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
his class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
Carving is a beautiful process. The textures, sounds and aroma of the materials will awaken your senses, accompanied by the rhythms of each student driving chisel with mallet. In this class you'll work using finest quality hand tools to carve green timber. Everything is provided. You’ll be shown how to care for tools and where...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
20th, 21st, 22nd June 2025 The below description is always subject to change. Saturday is: Stalls and displays Fell race Best condition dog/bitch Best looking pet dog/bitch Dogs: Open class, double dogs, young handlers Sunday is: Stalls and displays Sheep shearing (Weather permitting) Tractor Run Sheep Show Beagles Dogs: Nursery class, local class, supreme championship Refreshments are...
Soulfire: A Midsummer Evening of Yoga & Connection Event Description: Join me for a beautiful Midsummer evening of yoga, breathwork, meditation and relaxation to celebrate the beginning of the summer, The Solstice, 'the time when the sun stands still'... I will open the evening with the peace chant, a guided meditation and self massage using...
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month Starter & Main Course: £27.50 Food served 6pm to 7.30pm Quiz starts: 8.00pm The Rusty Bull presents a delightful fusion of gourmet dining and brain-teasing fun. Amidst the cozy ambiance, you and your friends can enjoy a curated menu of fine food while putting your knowledge to...
Thongsbridge Cricket & Bowling Club present Brass & Voices. A concert featuring Hade Edge Band & Huddersfield Choral Society Youth Choirs, compered by BBC Radio presenter David Hoyle. Tickets cost £10 for adults, £5 for children U16 and are available from Thongsbridge Bowling Club Facebook page, by emailing printing@print-pod.com or from The Civic office. Bar...
What could be better than listening to good old analogue music with a pint of locally brewed beer in your hand? Nowhere’s resident head disc-person Alex Beaumont, will play your own vinyl. Anything goes, old-school hip-hop, psychedelia, punk or hard rock! Slots are bookable on arrival on a first-come first-served basis. The head disc-person will...
I’M STILL HERE (Brazil 2024) Sunday 22 June The Civic, Holmfirth Admission £6 on door (cash only pls) or book online Doors and bar open 6.30pm, film starts 7pm Superb Oscar nominated factually-based drama from veteran Director, Walter Salles, with a wife (a brilliant Fernanda Torres) left reeling when her husband is abducted during Brazil’s...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
his class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
Carving is a beautiful process. The textures, sounds and aroma of the materials will awaken your senses, accompanied by the rhythms of each student driving chisel with mallet. In this class you'll work using finest quality hand tools to carve green timber. Everything is provided. You’ll be shown how to care for tools and where...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
Yoga Brunch – 27.06.25 Join us at Lu’s Place on Friday 27th June from 9:30am for a blissful morning of yoga and brunch. Enjoy a one-hour yoga session at 9:30am hosted by the fabulous Victoria Shanahan Yoga & Fi’s Yoga Flow. Following this, enjoy a refuelling brunch. Choose from Eggs Benny, Smashed Avo, or a breakfast...
Grab your glam squad and prepare for an evening of beauty hosted by Charlotte Tilbury in association with Harvey Nichols on Friday 27th June 2025. Arrival is from 6pm to enjoy a welcome glass of prosecco, along with a selection of our chef's favourite canapés and roaming pizzas. Please let us know if you have any allergies...
Honley Show 2024 28th June 2025 Honley Show planning a bumper event this Saturday July 1st back at its Farnley Tyas showground HD4 6UW The marquees are going up back at Honley Show’s much-loved and beautiful Showground in Farnley Tyas – the site that it occupied for 20 years from 2000. Honley Show is one...
CARLECOTES TO HOST SUMMER GARDEN PARTY Carlecotes village, near Holmfirth, will be hosting its annual Summer Garden Party fundraiser on behalf of St Anne’s church, which will take place on Saturday 28th June at 2pm in the grounds of the church and hall in Carlecotes. Strawberries and cream will be served and guests will be entertained by...
Date moved to June 28th Our Saturday footstool course is a fantastic introduction into the world of upholstery, catering to all ages and skill levels. Over the course of the day, our two expert tutors will guide you through every step of the process. You will learn how to work with various tools and equipment,...
T'S THE WRONG TROUSERS, GROMIT! Yes, that's right! Wallace & Gromit will be visiting Whistlestop Valley for a 'grand day out'! There will be steam trains, family fun and even appearances from the fantastic duo! It's going to be cracking! The opportunity to meet Wallace & Gromit at intervals throughout the day (drop in) Return steam train...
Sale of goods including bric a brac, chairs, coffee machines, glasses, throws, curtains, mugs, books, plant pots, plastic glasses, pictures, keyboard etc etc All proceeds for the charity "Holme Village Community Centre"
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
This class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
his class is a very practical and skills-based session. You can expect to learn about the various aspects of image making- perspective, tone, colour, mark making, composition and other formal elements. You’ll gain the skills to deal with a variety of subject matter, and to understand how to choose the most relevant method of working...
Carving is a beautiful process. The textures, sounds and aroma of the materials will awaken your senses, accompanied by the rhythms of each student driving chisel with mallet. In this class you'll work using finest quality hand tools to carve green timber. Everything is provided. You’ll be shown how to care for tools and where...
This class takes place at the Sculpture Lounge Studios- home to a growing number of professional artists. Classes are led by Jamie Frost, a figurative art specialist with a particular passion for drawing. Drawing is a very personal thing so it’s important to me that the atmosphere of my classes is welcoming and accepting. Small...
The course is suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to those with some experience. The outcome of the course will be a finished hand sewn small Roman Blind which is yours to keep and use as a reference when making your own blinds at home. This course is a small group with full guidance...
Wake up and smell the coffee There are hundreds of coffee roasters in the UK, but only one Dark Woods, our first choice for all our Specialty Coffee. The award-winning Dark Woods is less than 10 miles from Nowhere and is our favourite roaster – the team there source their beans from some of the...
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month Starter & Main Course: £27.50 Food served 6pm to 7.30pm Quiz starts: 8.00pm The Rusty Bull presents a delightful fusion of gourmet dining and brain-teasing fun. Amidst the cozy ambiance, you and your friends can enjoy a curated menu of fine food while putting your knowledge to...
Sunday 6th – Saturday 12th July, 2025 One of the UK’s Largest Open Art Exhibitions, Featuring over 400 exhibitors and over 2,000 artworks, plus dozens of fringe venues across the local area with thousands more works of art and craft. Holmfirth Artweek is a local event with a national reputation. The majority of the exhibitors are from...
Holmfirth Duck Race 2025 Sunday 6th July 2025 11 am Gala opens on the Sands Recreational Ground 2 pm Ducks are launched on the bridge in the centre of Holmfirth Around 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm the ducks cross the finish line 4 pm Gala closes on the Sands Going Quackers since 1983, Huddersfield &...