Name: The Piece Hall
Rating: 5.0

The Piece Hall

The Piece Hall, Blackledge, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1RE, England

1-90 Years

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The Piece Hall in Halifax is a Grade I listed Georgian landmark and the only remaining cloth hall of its kind in the world. Dating back to 1779, it once thrived as a trading centre for handwoven woollen cloth and now stands as one of Britain’s most remarkable heritage and cultural destinations.

Visitors can explore The Piece Hall Story, an interactive heritage space showcasing the building’s history, try on Georgian costumes, and view exhibitions. Other highlights include the Map Room with interactive trade maps, the Trader’s Room preserved in its original 18th-century style, and a courtyard surrounded by cafés, bars, and independent shops.

Heritage tours are priced at £10 for adults, £8.50 for under 16s and concessions. The venue is also available for private hire, hosting weddings, parties, and corporate events with in-house catering and event management.

A visit to The Piece Hall offers history, culture, and charm in equal measure. With its unique architecture, engaging exhibits, and vibrant social scene, it’s a must-see heritage attraction in Yorkshire.

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Host birthday parties: Yes

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The Piece Hall Heritage: The Grade I listed Piece Hall, Halifax is a rare and precious thing, an architectural and cultural phenomenon which is absolutely unique. It is the only remaining Georgian cloth hall in the world, the sole survivor of the great eighteenth century northern cloth halls, a class of buildings which embodied the vital and dominant importance of the trade in hand woven textiles to the pre-industrial economy of the West Riding of Yorkshire, from the Middle Ages through to the early nineteenth century.
The Piece Hall Story: Our interactive heritage space ‘The Piece Hall Story’ welcomes you to discover this iconic building and its importance at the historic centre of the world’s woollen trade. You will be able to get up close to objects from our past, explore exhibitions and even try on Georgian costume.
The Map Room: The Map Room has interactive maps, showing how woollen cloth sold in Halifax was traded across the world. In addition, there is a young explorers’ map featuring items to discover around The Piece Hall.
The Trader’s Room: In the Trader’s Room you will find one of the units in its original condition. Here you can experience the sights and sounds of what it would have been like to be standing inside The Piece Hall on a busy trading day back in 1779.

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Parking: Parking available.
Food & Drinks: Cafés and bars are located on the ground floor Arcade level of The Piece Hall, with direct access to the courtyard and beautiful outdoor seating areas.
Changing Places: Changing Places available.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Heritage Tours

Adult: £10
Under 16: £8.50
Concessions: £8.50

Pricing URL: https://www.thepiecehall.co.uk/heritage/heritage-tours/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Our unique venue is a perfect place to cater for all types of events. From celebrations such as weddings and parties, to corporate meetings, workshops and product launches. In house catering is provided by our very own restaurant The Trading Rooms, with delightful menus specially curated to compliment your event. A dedicated function manager will work with you to create an event specially tailored to your requirements to ensure a memorable and successful event.

Visit the website for more information.

Monday to Thursday: 9.00am – 11pm
Friday to Saturday: 9.00am – midnight
Sunday: 9.00am – 11pm

Address: The Piece Hall, Blackledge, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1RE, England

Post Code: HX1 1RE

Council: Calderdale

County: West Yorkshire

By Car: From the M62, exit at junction 24 and follow signs for Halifax (A629) and the brown tourism signs to The Piece Hall. As an historic building The Piece Hall does not have its own car park, however Halifax Town Centre has plenty of car parks and on-street parking spaces, all within walking distance of The Piece Hall.
By Bus: The Piece Hall is approximately five minutes walk from Halifax Bus Station with regular services from across West Yorkshire. Plan your bus journey by visiting Metro. Exit the bus station by the Metro shop, turn right and continue upwards towards Wade Street. Turn left along Market Street and continue along past the row of shops. When you reach the corner, turn left and you will see the West Gate entrance to The Piece Hall.
By Train: The Piece Hall is just five minutes walk from Halifax Railway Station, with direct links to Leeds, Huddersfield, Bradford and Manchester stations. To plan your rail journey visit National Rail Enquiries. When leaving the railway station, cross over the road and head directly up Horton Street. Take a right turn just after Railway Hotel on to Blackledge. You will then see The Piece Hall South Gate entrance.