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Halifax Handbook

An unofficial guide to the town, its amenities, facilities and businesses; includes maps, photos, statistics and a history.

Quick Facts

» Population of 82,056 people
»Largest town in Calderdale
» Was the centre of wool manufacturing in the 15th century
» Famous landmarks include Shibden Hall, Piece Hall and Wainhouse Tower

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Links

Halifax Courier
Calderdale Council
Brighouse Online

Halifax Online v1.0

Peice Hall

The Halifax Peice Hall first opened on the 1st of January 1779. Originally built as a market for handloom weavers to sell pieces of cloth, it is now host to a wide range of speciality shops.

Today the peice hall is still a central part of Halifax, located next to the Woolshops and close to the Bus and Train station

It is used occasiaonlly as an exhibition space and music events that attract thousnads of people from around the region.

The Peice hall also hosts the Halifax Market.

  • Thursdays: Flea Market and Bric-à-brac;
  • Saturdays: General market;

Contact Details

The official Piece Hall website
Phone: 01422 321002