Halifax Town Hall
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Contact Details:

Crossley Street, Halifax, HX1 1UJ
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  • Accessibility & Facilities

    • Accessible car parking
    • Accessible toilet
    • Family friendly venue
    • Wheelchair accessible

  • Opening Hours

    Monday

    10:00 - 16:00

    Tuesday

    10:00 - 16:00

    Wednesday

    10:00 - 16:00

    Thursday

    10:00 - 16:00

    Friday

    10:00 - 16:00

    Saturday

    Closed all day

    Sunday

    Closed all day

  • Travelling by Car

    Halifax Town Hall is in the town centre and has parking close by

  • Travelling by Train

    Halifax Town Hall is only a few minutes walk away from Halifax train station

Halifax Town Hall

Halifax’s ornate and impressive town hall was designed by Charles Barry, who also designed the Houses of Parliament in London. This Grade ll* listed building is of immense architectural importance and has a magnificent 180ft tower and spire which is enriched with sculptures. Even when it was opened in August 1863 – by the Prince of Wales, during the first visit to Halifax by a member of the Royal Family – it was described as ‘a masterpiece’ and was built to be the most grand and significant building in the town. The building was opened to the public on 11th August 1863 and the first Council meeting was held in the new Town Hall on 18th September 1863. It still stands today, in all its glory and splendour, as a reminder of the affluence of Halifax in the 19th century. Free guided tours of Halifax Town Hall can be arranged to help you learn more about its fascinating history. Please contact 01422 357257.