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The Changing Face of Birkby

Sun 20 Sept · 14:30

St John's Church

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About This Event

The Changing Face of Birkby will be held on Sunday 20 September 2026 at St John's Church in Huddersfield. Melinda Sharpe and Sylvia Johnson will explore the history of famous firms in the area during this community event.

Melinda and Sylvia Explore the history of famous firms around Birkby

Join Melinda Sharpe and Sylvia Johnson to explore the history of famous firms such as Hopkinsons engineering and Ben Shaws drinks as well as co-ops, a cinema, grand houses, churches and mosques, transport links, gardens, breweries and a workhouse. You will also discover older heritage sites: the medieval motte and bailey fortification on Beacon Street and the timber-framed Bay Hall; all showcasing Birkby’s development from a green suburb to the densely populated multicultural community we know today

Meet: Outside St. John's Church, St. John's Road, Birkby, HD1 5EA

Please note that all pets accompanying attendees on the walk must be kept of a lead at all times.

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The Changing Face of Birkby takes place on Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 14:30.

The Changing Face of Birkby is held at St John's Church in Huddersfield (St John's Road, Huddersfield, HD1 5EA).

Entry to The Changing Face of Birkby is free.

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