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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

Useful Numbers

Calderdale Council 01422 365101
Calderdale Royal Hospital 01422 357171
Citizens Advice Bureau 01422 321010
Crimestoppers 0800 555 111
Household Waste 01484 72033
NHS Direct 0845 4647
Police (Non Emergencies) 0845 6060606
Train Enquiries 0845 484950
Yorkshire Water 0845 1242424

GP surgeries

Boots 01422 349501

Lord Street 01422 353956

Boothtown Surgery 0844 4773687

Horne Street Health Centre 0844 4773694

Queens Road Surgery 01422 330636

Heath House Surgery 01422 365533

Rosegarth Surgery  01422 353450

King Cross Surgery 0844 4773371

Nursery Lane Health Centre 01422 355535

Beechwood Medical Centre 0844 4773715

For a full list including addresses and doctors names, please click here.