Greetland & Stainland
Love Your Local Markets Fortnight
Where shopping comes to life… at your local markets.
Calderdale is a place where there is a real buzz in the air. People talking, shopping, meeting friends and buying from local people they trust.
Calderdale markets are not like typical supermarkets where you get what you need and go, they are bursting at the seams with energy and friendliness. The traders are always looking out for new products to bring to our markets and many cook, bake and sew themselves, so you know you’re getting local quality at great prices.
From Friday 17 to Friday 31 May, markets across the world will be getting involved with the National Association of British Market Authorities’ (NABMA) Love Your Local Market campaign.
Now in its eighth year, the campaign celebrates markets being at the heart of local communities, with the theme ‘Markets – Close to your heart’.
Throughout the fortnight there will be an artist in residence at Halifax Borough Market, in association with Halifax Business Improvement District (BID) and Artworks, Halifax. Visitors will be able to see illustrator Louis Benoit at work, producing sketches and drawings inspired by the unique sights, sounds and atmosphere of the magnificent Victorian market. Shoppers are encouraged to come and watch, ask questions and chat.
Louis’ residency will be followed by a second artist and a poet, with the resulting pieces forming part of an exhibition in the summer.
Also at Halifax Borough Market will be a Record Fair on Saturday 25 May in the Albany Arcade and on Thursday 30 May the Arcade also hosts a Food Mixer Market, celebrating great local food and including a pop up from Halifax-based Darkland Brewery.
Todmorden will be hosting a ‘Foodie Fryday’ event on Friday 31 May, 9:00am-7:00pm, which will be a feast for the senses with a great selection of delicious food on offer, including fresh fish, fruit and vegetables, fine cheeses, jams and preserves, freshly made pizza, vegan treats, Indian street food, sweet treats and much more.
There’ll also be special offers and tastings at other Calderdale Markets, including Hebden Bridge, Sowerby Bridge, Brighouse and Elland.
Calderdale Council’s Markets Manager, John Walker, said:
“Love Your Local Market fortnight is always a special time at Calderdale markets. It’s a great time to visit, as in addition to the existing great stalls, there are lots of special events showcasing our wonderful markets.
“If you’re a young entrepreneur it’s also the perfect time to test out your ideas, with free stalls for young traders at our Open Markets.
“There are also lots of other incentives available, including free weeks and ‘trade for a fiver’ options. Get in touch to find out more!”
For more information about trader incentives, or if you’re interested in trading on any of Calderdale markets email john.walker@calderdale.gov.uk
What would you do to improve health and social care?
The #NHS has released it’s Long Term Plan. Make sure you have your say on how it is used to shape #Calderdale
Please fill in the survey! https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/NHSwhatwouldyoudo
Love Your Local Markets this Easter
Where shopping comes to life… at your local markets.
Calderdale is a place where there is a real buzz in the air. People talking, shopping, meeting friends and buying from local people they trust.
Calderdale markets are not like typical supermarkets where you get what you need and go, they are bursting at the seams with energy and friendliness. The traders are always looking out for new products to bring to our markets and many cook, bake and sew themselves, so you know you’re getting local quality at great prices.
The famous market halls have everything you need, when you need it.
Take a trip to your local market and see for yourself. Great products, great value and great people to talk to!
Greetland and Stainland Ward Forum – Thursday 18 April 2019
Open to anyone who lives, works and learns in Calderdale, ward forums are a way to get involved in your local area.
Do you want to have your say about local issues that are important to you?
Comment on areas such as schools, roads, street cleaning and anything else that concerns you directly to your local councillor and senior council staff?
Get feedback on what difference your input has made. Attend your local ward forum and give us your views!
Thursday 18 April – 6:30pm arrival for 7:00pm start. Venue to be confirmed.
For more information on ward forum meeting see Lower Valley Forum
Desks Available from West Vale School
West Vale School has 12 desks that are surplus to requirements. They have brown legs and light brown tops and measure 110 x 55 cm.
FREE to a good home, buyer collects.
Please contact
West Vale Primary School
Stainland Road, Greetland, Halifax HX4 8LS
01422 372804
Or email
Garden Competition 2019
🌻🌷 Calling all gardeners – the annual Together Housing Garden Competition is back! 🌻🌷
This year there are new categories to enter.
- Community Corner – have you gardened as a team to create and maintain a community garden or area of communal grounds? Then this is the category for you.
- Mini Gardens – small is beautiful, if your floral arrangements are in containers, hanging baskets or in a patio or similar area, enter here.
- Floral Garden/Borders – this is the category for you if you have a floral garden or blossoming borders.
- Children age 5-16 – budding young gardeners should enter this category.
- Gardener of the Year – all competition entrants will be automatically in with a chance of winning this prestigious award.
The closing date for entries is Wednesday 31 July 2019 and the winners will be announced by the end of August.
How to Enter:
Please email three photos of your garden along with the category you would like to enter and your contact details to: involve@togetherhousing.co.uk
Or, post your photos with the category you would like to enter and your contact details to: Christine Fenton, Resident Engagement Assistant, Prospect House, Wharf Street, Blackburn, BB1 1JD.
Happy gardening and good luck!
Greetland and Stainland Ward Forum – Thursday 24 January
Open to anyone who lives, works and learns in Calderdale, ward forums are a way to get involved in your local area.
Do you want to have your say about local issues that are important to you?
Comment on areas such as schools, roads, street cleaning and anything else that concerns you directly to your local councillor and senior council staff?
Get feedback on what difference your input has made. Attend your local ward forum and give us your views!
Thursday 24 January – 6:30pm arrival for 7:00pm start. Venue to be confirmed.
For more information on ward forum meeting see Lower Valley Forum
Domestic Abuse – in Whatever Language at Whatever Time
Have you or a family member been affected by Domestic Abuse?
Do you need some support or someone to talk to about the abuse?
Are you struggling to cope with the effects of family violence?
Christmas, for some families is a time of celebration, but unfortunately for some the expectations of being there to provide and support can make Christmas a challenging time. Don’t forget the Samaritans are always there to help you and can be contacted though our link.
Calderdale Staying Safe has published a series of guides to in different languages to support those who may not know what services are available in Urdu, Czech and Polish.
Calderdale Staying Safe, the Domestic Abuse Support Service has released a flyer that can be downloaded here and printed to give the latest information on how to contact them, 01422 323339 Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm. The leaflet also includes the out of hours number.
There are also leaflets in different languages
In an emergency, call 999 or to report an incident to the Police, please call 101.
Staying Safe has a skilled, experienced and diverse staff team who speak other languages or will make every effort to find language support through interpreters.
This is a free and confidential service to anyone aged 16 and above, who has been affected by domestic abuse and who lives in Calderdale.
Support is available to people regardless of their sexuality, gender, disability, religion or ethnic origin.
Support is also available for children 5 years and above, who have been affected by domestic abuse.
There are dedicated male and female support workers.
The latest outreach sessions are;
Todmorden Community College, Burnley Rd, Todmorden OL14 7BX
(1st & 3rd Thursday every month 10:00am-12:00pm)
06/12/18, 20/12/18
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Innovations Children’s Centre, Cousin Lane, Ovenden, HX2 8DQ
(2nd & 4th Thursday every month 10:00am-12:00pm)
13/12/18 (No drop in 27/12/18)
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Queen’s Road Neighbourhood Centre, Queens Rd, HX1 4NE
Monthly drop-in on 1st Tues of the month 9:30am–11:30am (No drop in 01/01/2019)
Download the Calderdale Staying Safe Flyer.
Christmas Tree Festival at St. Andrew’s Church, Stainland
St. Andrew’s Church, Stainland will be holding a Community Christmas Tree Festival Friday 7 December, 7:00pm-9:00pm and on Saturday 8 December, 11:00am-3:00pm.
Admission on the Friday is £6 and includes light refreshments. On the Saturday admission is by donation.
There will be star themed trees decorated by local groups, a children’s art competition and a quiz along with the usual stalls and live music.
This event is supported by Stainland and District Parish Council and will raise funds for the Church.
Christmas Concert at St Andrew’s, Stainland
Huddersfield Youth Brass Ensemble Association presents ‘Tis The Season’ Christmas Concert at St. Andrew’s Church, Stainland Road, Halifax HX4 9HF on Sunday 2 December, 2:30pm.
Featuring Huddersfield Youth Brass Band and Huddersfield and Ripponden Brass Band there will be music to suit all tastes.
Tickets are £8 (free to under 12s) include seasonal refreshments and are available on the door.
