It’s early morning, the wind and rain banging of the window has kept me awake. 5.30 and my first alarm goes off. I quickly stop it so as to not wake up my wife, creep down stairs, eat some breakfast and go back to bed. It’s 7.30 when my next alarm goes off and again […]
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Apr
Apr
This route makes up for it’s relatively short length with a good helping of elevation. Taking you sharply out of Hebden Bridge it offers some fantastic views onto the town, along the valley and up to Stoodley Pike. Distance: 6.9km / 4.28miles Total Ascent: 230m / 755ft
12
Apr
Apr
Eaves Wood is a hidden gem. Criss-crossed with old stone steps that wind their way up to Hepstonstall it’s worthy of some exploration. This route keeps you in the trees so if the weather isn’t playing ball this route offers plenty of shelter. Distance: 3.5km / 2.2miles Total Ascent: 156m / 511ft
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Apr
Apr
This is a big one so pack your sarnies before you leave. This route tries to take in as much varied scenery as possible, from the woods of the valley to the Yorkshire savannah on the tops. A great ramble, especially if the sun is out. Distance: 16.4km / 10.2miles Height Gain: 575m / 1886ft
09
Apr
Apr
Hebden Royd Town Council are now taking orders for our summer hanging basket scheme! This hanging basket scheme is run annually and really makes a difference when it comes to brightening up our town and getting it ready for summer. They would like as many people as possible to join in the scheme as the […]
neo:studios is pleased to present a pioneering exhibition of contemporary art, which explores the impact of technology on our daily physical and social environment and on visual culture in general.
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Mar
Mar
Hebden Bridge Disability Access Forum (HBDAF) has recently issued wheelchair ramps to four shops in Hebden Bridge via a grant from Community Foundation for Calderdale.
26
Mar
Mar
During two decades bed bound, I dreamed of seeing a river. Now I revel in the freedom of my power chair to take me around my favourite places outdoors in Hebden Bridge.
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Mar
Mar
I have lived in Hebden Bridge for a long time and so I have seen the town change considerably and develop. Over the last few years however, I have lost most of my sight, becoming registered partially sighted in 2010, and registered blind in 2013. A better name for that is severely sight impaired, as […]
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Mar
Mar
Quirky and distinctive, Hebden Bridge Arts Festival is an annual celebration of our town’s creativity and unique landscape. We pride ourselves in bringing together locals and visitors alike to enjoy a feast of creativity in magical places and spaces. Now in its 24th year, it’s one of Yorkshire’s longest running arts festivals with a reputation […]