Shibden Hall offers a fascinating insight into the lives of the people who once lived and worked here. It’s also home to a host of fabulous attractions and delightful parkland.
Set in the picturesque Shibden valley, Shibden Hall is just a mile from Halifax. Dating back to 1420 its impressive architecture reflects the changing styles of progressive years. Famous occupants include the diarist, mountaineer and all-round eccentric Anne Lister who inherited Shibden Hall in 1826.
Fascinating Folk museum
Adjacent to the house you can wander around a 17th century barn and workshops and view a varied collection of objects from days gone by. These include the tools used by blacksmiths, saddlers and wheelwrights. There’s also the option to take a stroll around a recreated brewhouse and inn.
Other reasons to visit Shibden Hall? There’s a myriad of winding woodland paths to walk, a café full of enticing cakes, pedalos to pedal on the lake, and the option of a game of pitch and putt. But perhaps we’ve overlooked the most important aspect of a day out at Shibden Hall- for some visitors this is undoubtedly the extensive, superbly- equipped play area.
Other parks to explore in the North
Moss Gate Country Park - Bolton
Other activities in this area
How to get here
Nearest train station: Halifax
Distance from train station: 1 mile, 24 min walk
On the bus route from Halifax town centre
Contact
Shibden Hall Lister’s Road Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 6XG
01422 352246 / 321455
What to know before you go
Check the Seasonal opening times and admission prices
Facilities
Disabled access to ground floor only (Ring the bell in the courtyard for assistance). Disabled Parking next to hall, other parking a short walk from the entrance. Toilets, refreshments available at the reception desk, shop, café
