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The Piece Hall, Halifax HX1 1RE Tel: 01422 321002 The Piece Hall
is in the centre of Halifax and consists of a large courtyard,
surrounded by galleries in the classical style on three levels.
As a town square it compares well with any other in Europe and
is a monument to both the woollen textile and stone masonry industries.
Over the years it has become home to a wide range of speciality
shops. www.piecehall. About 4 miles north of Ripponden.
Shibden Hall, Lister’s
Road, Halifax HX3 6XG Tel: 01422 352246 First built in about
1420, Shibden Hall, a splendid half-timbered manor house, was
the home of the Lister family for over 300 hundred years. Each
of the owners have left their mark on the property with furniture,
decoration and personal belongings. The house is open to the
public and is set in beautiful landscaped gardens and parkland.
About 46miles northeast of Ripponden.
Eureka! The Museum for Children, Discovery Road, Halifax Tel:
01422 330012 Britain's first and only interactive museum designed
especially for children aged 3-12 years. More than 400 larger
than life exhibits and exciting activities. www.eureka.org.uk.
About 4 miles north of Ripponden.
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