Researching Heptonstall's Past in 100 Objects

Researching Heptonstall is a community-led group for anyone with a passion for uncovering the past. Whether you're diving into your family history, the story of your house, or the secrets of a specific area - join us in helping unravel routes, networks and connections that have made Heptonstall such a fascinating hilltop town. It's bursting with stories of its former occupants from Sylvia Plath to Ethel Carnie Holdsworth, to the founders of buildings that survive today, including our own Museum, the former Heptonstall Grammar School and the wonderful ecclesiastical history including the Octagonal Methodist Church and St Thomas.

For Heritage Open Days we'll be helping explore our local history and along the way uncovering Heptonstall's hidden treasures. Some will ultimately contribute to a forthcoming exhibition of '100 Objects' scheduled for 2025 at Heptonstall Museum.

Join us for tips on your own research projects or to help us uncover hidden stories relating to the families and artefacts on our doorstep.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

11am to 4pm

Location & directions

Old Grammar School, Church Yard Bottom, Heptonstall, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 7PL

Directions:

Taking place in The Undercroft of the Museum. Our Museum is accessible by bus from Hebden Bridge and is a short (but steep incline!) walk above Hebden Bridge.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

We are located in the picturesque hilltop village of Heptonstall. Access will be limited for those with walking difficulties. Access is restricted. This is a 16th Century building on a cobbled lane with step access to and from the building.

Additional information

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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