Heritage Open Days return with a fascinating look at Dewsbury, Batley and Spenborough's heritage

By Jessica Barton
Published 9th Sep 2022, 06:00 BST
Updated 9th Sep 2022, 18:57 BST
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As part of Heritage Open Days Festival Kirklees Council is opening up the district's local heritage with a series of events, walks and tours throughout North Kirklees.

The council has teamed up with Historic England to deliver a variety of events in the Dewsbury Heritage Action Zone. In total there are 32 events organised across North Kirklees.

Chair of Kirklees Heritage Open Days committee, David Griffiths said: "This year’s programme offers a most amazing choice for all age-groups and interests.

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“It offers a unique opportunity to discover some of Kirklees’ finest locations, and, above all, it’s free for everyone."

Dewsbury Minster.Dewsbury Minster.
Dewsbury Minster.

Councillor Graham Turner, Cabinet Member for Regeneration said: “Innovation is as much a part of our past as it will be our future.

“Our ancestors were pioneers and adapted to the changing world by developing new industries that brought prosperity and growth.

“Our heritage will continue to play an important part in our future plans and I am delighted that weekends like these give us a chance to take time to celebrate our history and the buildings that made our towns and villages the fantastic places they are.”