About Huddersfield

Huddersfield is a large town in the district of Kirlees in West Yorkshire, located near the confluence of the Rivers Colne and Holme. Close to the Pennines and with superb rail and motorway links, Huddersfield has historically been an important industrial town with dye making, coal mining, chemical works and textiles mills all being major forms of employment in the area throughout the past. Modern Huddersfield is a cosmopolitan mix of cultures and industries with a university, a rich mix of traditional and contemporary arts and performance and a proud sporting heritage. Its town centre boasts some stunning architecture and first rate shopping facilites as well as night life and entertainment that offers something for everyone.

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Featured Local Businesses

  • Ali & Co Solicitors
  • Excelda Building Services Ltd.
  • Bradford and Huddersfield Driver Training
  • Wheel School Of Motoring
  • Foster Steve School Of Motoring
  • Outlane School of Motoring
  • Girl Friday Adminstration Services
  • ADY Electrical

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Man bailed over fatal collision
A man arrested over a crash on the M1 motorway near Leeds which killed a lorry driver is released on bail.

Businessman speaks of libel win
A businessman who won libel damages against the chairman of Leeds United says the action was not directed towards the club.

Delay in 1986 child death trial
The trial of a West Yorkshire man accused of the murder of a Leicester toddler in 1986 is delayed again.

A-level student died in reservoir
A 17-year-old boy from west London who died at a reservoir near Hebden Bridge has been identified by police.

Drivers warned over stray cow
Drivers on a part of the M1 motorway are being urged to be cautious after a stray cow caused an accident.

Residents out on beat with police
Residents in Bradford and Airedale are going out on the beat with police officers in an initiative to strengthen community relations.

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