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ART AND MUSICHolmfirth and the Holme and Colne Valleys
Including hidden treasures in Marsden, Meltham, Honley, Golcar, Milnsbridge, Linthwaite and Slaithwaite
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Brimming with creativityOur valleys are home to a diverse range of artists, sculptors, potters, and designers. Explore art galleries, craft markets and shops, and experience our vibrant local culture through art and music festivals.
Use this guide to inspire you; and the map to familiarise yourself with the area.
Visitor information and accommodationTo find accommodation, souvenirs and postcards, visit:
Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre49-51 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JPT: 01484 222444 E: holmfirth.tic@kirklees.gov.uk
Marsden Library and Information CentreMarsden Mechanics Hall, Peel Street, Marsden, HD7 6BWT: 01484 222555E: marsden.visitorinformation@kirklees.gov.uk
AccessibilityYou may come across cobbled streets and quaint old buildings; contact attractions before you arrive to make sure you get the most out of your visit.
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Welcome
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Feel the musicExperience the sound of the Valleys at the Holme Valley Brass Band Contest (April), Holmfirth, or from a local choir such as Holme Valley Singers or the Honley Male Voice Choir. Classical fans can enjoy a concert played by the 80 strong Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra or catch the Holmfirth Music Festival (October).
Hear old school traditional to cutting-edge contemporary jazz at Marsden Jazz Festival (October). Join in the fun at Holmfirth Folk Festival (May) with free entertainment, music and dance taking place in local pubs and on the street.
Enjoy live music and sample local real ale as you travel through beautiful scenery between Huddersfield and Sheffield on the Penistone Line Music Train – held once a month on Monday evenings.
Spend the evening at the north of England’s most intimate music venue, the Picturedrome, Holmfirth. It’s the perfect venue to get up close to artists such as The Fun Loving Criminals, KT Tunstall and Mike and the Mechanics.
The sound of the Valleys
Slathwaite Philharmonic Orchestra
Find out more…Holme Valley Singerswww.holmevalleysingers.co.uk
Honley Male Voice Choirwww.honleymvc.co.uk
Slaithwaite Philharmonic orchestrawww.spo.org.uk
Penistone Line Music Trainwww.penline.co.uk/music
The Picturedromewww.picturedrome.net
Marden Jazz Festival
Holmfirth Folk Festival
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Unique pieces to discover and buy Holmfirth Art Week (July) is a great opportunity to view and buy the work of local artists. At other times of the year, look out for the regular Holmfirth Art Market where artists and designer-makers sell beautiful textiles, sculpture, homewares, jewellery, paintings, art, photography and more. Or catch one of the regular craft fairs at The Loft Space, Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre.
With so many artists in the area, the best way to gain a unique insight into the work of our local artists is to follow the annual HOST Artists’ Open Studio Trail, September. Visit studios such as local potter, Sue Jenkins, metalwork sculpture Mick Kirby-Geddes and pastel artist Rosalind Annis. Many artists are more than happy to welcome you to view their galleries by appointment such as David Roberts, one of Europe’s most significant ceramic artists.
Across the Valleys, explore independent shops and galleries. Many of the shops are working studios and
A wealth of artistic talent
you’ll find the artist or designer creating new pieces as you browse. Slaithwaite Emporium sells vintage inspired art, crafts, gifts and clothes by local artisans. Marsden is home to local textile designer, Sarah Foster. You’ll find gifts and home accessories in her boutique shop, Roobarb. For unique, hand-crafted contemporary jewellery, visit the Silver Dream Studio, Holmfirth. For cool vintage homeware and furniture, search out Lost and Found, Holmfirth.
Ashley Jackson Galleries, Holmfirth offers a beautiful take on the Yorkshire landscape by one of the country’s most successful landscape watercolourists. Brimming with sculpture and ceramics Booth House Gallery in Holmfirth is home to the largest collection of handmade ceramics in West Yorkshire. Holme Valley Warehouse, Honley has a variety of art by local artists displayed amongst renovated furniture. The North Light Gallery has changing displays of paintings, ceramics, sculpture and original prints to enjoy and buy.
The Loft Space, Marsden Silver Dream Studio
© Ashley Jackson
Ashi Marwaha
David Roberts ceramic
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Find out more…The Loft Space at Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centrewww.greenfusions.co.uk
David Robertswww.davidroberts-ceramics.com
Slaithwaite EmporiumFind us on Facebook
Roobarbwww.roobarbgifts.co.uk
Silver Dream Studiowww.silverdreamstudio.co.uk
Lost and FoundNorridge Bottom, Holmfirth07841 989083
Ashley Jackson Gallerieswww.ashley-jackson.co.uk
Booth House Gallerywww.boothhousegallery.co.uk
Holme Valley Warehouse11 Westgate, Honley, HD9 6AA01484 667915
North Light Gallerywww.northlightgallery.org.uk
Julia Ogden Holmfirth Art Market
Amy Stubbs Holmfirth Art Market
Sculpture Lounge Studio
Roobarb
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Art in the LandscapeJune in Holmfirth is the perfect time to discover the area with eleven days of music, art, comedy, theatre, literature and inspiring things to do at the Holmfirth Arts Festival. Get involved in art workshops and walking tours. Choose from events in village halls, churches, cafes and teashops, up on the hills, in homes, on the street and by the river.
Spot 15 sculptures between Milnsbridge and Marsden on the River Colne Sculpture Trail as the three hour walk takes you from an urban landscape through rural villages to reach the dramatic moors.
See Holmfirth through the eyes of an artist when you Take a Walk with Ashley Jackson through the back streets of Holmfirth. Follow the easily accessible route in the free guide available from Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre, to find hidden gems and vistas of the beautiful landscape which inspired his paintings. Book a Peaty Feet Walks weekend with local expert and photographer, Andy Leader. Explore lesser known routes leading to spectacular views of the Holme Valley, and capture the perfect shot of your own.
The brooding natural landscape of West Yorkshire has inspired writers for centuries. Local poet Simon Armitage CBE has left his mark on the countryside by carving six verses into rocks along the 47-mile Stanza Stones Trail running from Marsden to Ilkley. Take a dramatic uphill walk, just outside Marsden to reach The Snow Stone, Pule Hill.
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Find out more…River Colne Sculpture Trailwww.walkridesouthpennines.co.uk
Peaty Feet Walkswww.madeinholmfirth.co.uk
Stanza Stones Trailwww.imoveand.com/stanza-stones-trail-guides
Main image: Pule Hill
Walking in the Colne Valley
River Colne Sculpture Trail River Colne Sculpture Trail
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Get hands-on
Booth House Gallery
Main image: Ashley Jackson
Develop a passionOur local artists offer an array of short workshops and courses. Enhance your artistic skill or learn something new.
Relax on Ashley Jackson’s Paint Day with watercolour tuition up on the moor. Local watercolourist Andrew Jenkin holds one day monthly workshops at Upperthong Hall, Holmfirth and Golcar based artist Colin Rose holds regular drop in art classes in Holmfirth.
Book a week long course at Booth House Gallery for your first taste of ceramics making or receive expert tuition to develop your skills. Local textile designer and felt maker, Sue Clay, local textile artist Dionne Swift and internationally renowned hand knitting company Rowan Yarns all hold one day workshops in their Holmfirth studios covering felt making, printing, dying, stitching and knitting. For art and craft workshops with an eco-twist, call The Loft Space or Slaithwaite Emporium.
Find out more…Ashley Jackson Paint Daywww.ashley-jackson.co.uk
Andrew Jenkin Watercolour Workshopswww.arjentdesign.co.uk
Colin Rose Art Classeswww.colinrose.net
Slaithwaite EmporiumFind us on Facebook
Booth House Gallery Ceramicswww.boothhousegallery.co.uk
Sue Clay Felt Makingwww.feltconnection.co.uk
Dionne Swift Textile Designerwww.dionneswift.co.uk
Rowan Yarns Knitting Workshopswww.rowan-upcountry.com
The Loft Space at Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centrewww.greenfusions.co.uk
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Events and festivals
The information in this guide is believed to be correct at the time of going to press. Kirklees Council cannot be held responsible for any errors.
APRILHolme Valley Brass Band ContestEnjoy some of the best live brass band music from across the county in this traditional brass band contest. http://81.174.241.253/HVBBC/ Holmfirth Festival of FunkDance to a funky beat with internationally renowned DJ’s.www.picturedrome.net
MAYHolmfirth Festival of FolkFree entertainment, music and dance taking place in pubs and on the street.www.holmfirthfestivaloffolk.co.ukHolmfirth Film FestivalA celebration of film, with workshops, film shows, talks and special guests.www.holmfirthfilmfestival.co.uk
JUNEHolmfirth Arts FestivalEleven days of music, art, comedy, theatre, literature and inspiring things to do in Holmfirth and the Holme Valley.www.holmfirthartsfestival.co.uk
JULYHolmfirth Art WeekOne of the largest public art exhibitions in England showcasing local artistic talent. All exhibited art is available to buy. www.holmfirthartweek.org.ukMeltham Memories 1940s weekendMeltham comes alive to the sound of the jitterbugand the lindy hop.www.melthammemories.ning.com
SEPTEMBERHOST Artists’ Open Studio TrailFollow the trail to venues across the valleys to enjoy a unique insight into artists’ studios. Buy art directly from artists.www.hoststudios.co.uk
OCTOBERHolmfirth Music FestivalA competition for solo instrumentalists and singers, small vocal ensembles and choirs.www.hmf.org.ukMarsden Jazz FestivalProgramme of over 80 music events.www.marsdenjazzfestival.com
Colne Valley Museum Craft WeekendDemonstrations of weaving, spinning, clog-making, bread-making, bobbin lace and more. www.colnevalleymuseum.org.uk
NOVEMBERHolmfirth Art MarketPurchase textiles, sculpture, homewares, jewellery, paintings, art, photography and more directly from the artists & design-makers www.artmarkets.co.uk
DECEMBERHonley Christmas Street Market and Christmas Tree FestivalOver 40 stalls selling traditional food, drinks and seasonal goods. www.honleyvillagetrust.org.uk/index.htmlCarols in the Park, Robert Ashton Memorial Park, Meltham www.melthamtowncouncil.gov.uk
Experience the vibrancy of the Holme and Colne Valleys first hand at our unique art, film and music festivals and events.
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