The Holme Valley
Holmfirth, Honley and Meltham are vibrant towns and villages with independent boutiques, specialty shops and markets, bespoke art and tasty treats; plus an annual programme of events, all clustered around cobbled streets.
Last of the Summer Wine
Tread in the footsteps of Compo, Nora and Clegg at Sid's Café, the Last of the Summer Wine Exhibition and Nora Batty's Cottage; and take the vintage tour bus to some of the stunning Pennine filming locations.
Broadcast by the BBC for 39 years, this iconic British sitcom was filmed in Holmfirth, and is shown in over 25 countries. Last of the Summer Wine is the world's longest running sitcom.
Art and music
Explore local shops and events like Holmfirth Art Week to find unique pieces of art. The Art Market brings artists from across Yorkshire to Holmfirth.
Experience the sound of the Valleys at the Holme Valley Brass Band Contest or hear Brass Factor who play at the Picturedrome , Holmfirth's prime music venue and host to Holmfirth's big screen.
More on art and music in the Holme Valley:
- Use Creative Kirklees to find a workshop or art course.
- Booth House Gallery has the largest collection of ceramics in the North.
- Join in the Spring fun at Holmfirth Festival of Folk
- Watch and listen to Music in Kirklees
- View our events: Creative Kirklees: Holme Valley
Outdoors
The Holme Valley has quaint, quiet, country lanes that are ideal for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. There are annual Triathlon, Duathlon, cycling challenge and sportive events hosted in the area, and countless routes to follow through dramatic countryside including the Peak District National Park.
More things outdoors in the Holme Valley:
- For easy walking Blackmoorfoot Reservoir is popular with birdwatchers and fully wheelchair accessible and the Meltham Greenway is a flat linear route along a disused railway line.
- Long distance walking routes in the area are the Kirklees Way , Holme Valley Riverside Way Holme Valley Circular , and the Trans Pennine Trail
- Explore off-road on a guided mountain bike ride with Albion Cycling
- Search for walking and cycling routes
Family entertainment
Step back in time and visit the Holme Valley Heavy Horse Centre . Make a visit to the Potters Den to paint a ceramic keepsake.
More family things to do in the Holme Valley:
- Feed the ducks, relax and play at the Robert Ashton Memorial Park.
- Holmfirth Food and Drink festival has food markets, live music and entertainment.
- Special events run from May to November including the Honley Show .
