Explore the history of Greenhead Park

Greenhead Park is an attractive Grade II listed Victorian park which opened in 1884 and was restored to its former glory in 2011 thanks to a multi-million pound Heritage Lottery funded project. Historic features include a bandstand, Italian Gardens & fountain, conservatory, and two war memorials, all refurbished during the restoration, which also included reinstatement of the main lake and perimeter railings.

'Greenhead Park in Pictures', a display of old maps, photographs, postcards and other memorabilia in the Greenhead Park conservatory, will take you back through the fascinating story of the park. As well as views of the park and its features, you'll find images of people, events and activities through the years - which may bring back childhood memories for some!

There will also be an early evening guided walk exploring the history of the park led by David Griffiths, author of Secured for the Town: A history of Huddersfield’s Greenhead Park.

Timings & Tours

Friday 06 September:

Walk starts at the Trinity Street gates at 1800

Saturday 07 September:

Greenhead Park in Pictures display in the Conservatory from 0930 to 1600

Location & directions

Greenhead Park, Trinity Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 4DN

Directions:

The guided walk starts at the main park gates in Trinity Street, next to the Park Lodge. The 'Greenhead Park in Pictures' display is in the Conservatory, also located by the Trinity Street gates. Greenhead Park is a short walk or bus ride from Huddersfield town centre – frequent buses from Huddersfield bus station and Westgate (near both the bus and train stations) stop by the Trinity Street gates. Cars are not allowed in the park, but there is a small Pay & Display car park behind the Conservatory (entrance in Park Avenue) including disabled parking bays. There are some on street disabled parking bays near the park entrances too. Springwood car park is the nearest town centre car park, a 5–10 minute walk from the Trinity Street gates.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Additional information

The Park cafe at the Conservatory is open from 0900 to 1600 daily. Cooked food is served from 1000 to 1400. Hot and cold drinks, cakes and toast, plus children’s toasties & sandwiches are available all day. Please note that only food and drink purchased at the cafe may be consumed on the premises or in the cafe's outside seating area. More information about Greenhead Park facilities can be found at https://friendsofgreenheadpark.org.uk/our-park/park-information/

Max no of people per tour:

30

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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