Sights And Attractions

Victoria Tower on Castle Hill was built to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen Victoria's reign, completed in 1899. Victoria Tower is only open to the public on certain days of the year. From Castle Hill take in the view out over Huddersfield and the surrounding countryside.

Address: Off Lumb Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield

Walk along the Broad Canal - once docks and warehouses and now moorings and a restaurant and pubs. Or see the Narrow Canal from Huddersfield along the Colne Valley. This canal contains Standedge Tunnel - the longest and highest in the country.

The National Coal Mining Museum for England provides a unique opportunity to travel 140 metres underground in one of Britain 's oldest working mines. Situated in a rural setting, it offers a genuine insight into the hard working lives of miners through the ages.

Address: Caphouse Colliery, New Road, Overton, Wakefield, WF4 4RH