Huddersfield Hub

Huddersfield Hub is a standalone news platform dedicated to delivering a lively, uplifting perspective for the Huddersfield community. Managed by skilled and knowledgeable journalists, Huddersfield Hub operates as a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, prioritizing the needs and interests of the local population. The platform aims to merge high-quality journalism with essential coverage of grassroots news, sports, and events, which play a vital role in energizing local communities yet often receive little attention from mainstream media. Huddersfield Hub will focus on local news, sports, business updates, community happenings, and charity events throughout the Huddersfield area.

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A word to the wise - early bird tickets available now for Honley Show 2025

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Organisers are gearing up for a successful Honley Show 2025. The much-anticipated event takes place on the Farnley Tyas Showground on Saturday June 28. This year the mighty shire horses are now on the main field for their competitive classes as well as their preparation. The donkey classes have also moved to this ring on the main show field too. The dogs returned in 2024 after a long absence with a very successful Kennel Club accredited dog show.
Friends of Cliff Rec light Jubilee Beacon to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Holmfirth joined a national celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a beacon-lighting event. Friends and families gathered at Cliff Rec for a commemoration and lighting of the Jubilee Beacon. The event was attended by dignitaries including Colne Valley MP Paul Davies and Deputy Mayor of Kirklees Clr Liz Smaje. Music was provided by Hade Edge Band while the 1st Holme Valley Scouts provided the refreshments.
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn to speak at launch of 'new political force'

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn will be a speaker at an event in Huddersfield to launch what’s described as a “new political force.”The People’s Alliance for Change and Equality (PACE) is holding a Conference of Resistance, a “major public event launching a long-term grassroots movement for justice, democracy and unity in Kirklees and beyond.”The conference will be held at Huddersfield Mission in Lord Street, Huddersfield, on Saturday May 10 (2pm-5pm).
From Sri Lanka to Huddersfield - 8,000-mile career move adds up for Theek at Hela Brands

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Theekshana Kotuwegoda has made an 8,000-mile career move from Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean to brand licensing house Hela Brands in Huddersfield. Formerly part of the strategic planning and merchandising division at Colombo-based Hela Apparel Holdings, Theek, 35, has joined colleagues at Hela’s UK office in Paddock for a new role as accounts administrator.
Salendine Nook High School receives Democracy Friendly Schools award

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Salendine Nook High School has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to democratic engagement and citizenship with the presentation of the Democracy Friendly Schools award. The accolade was formally presented by Clr Cahal Burke following the school’s successful completion of the programme, which is organised and run by Kirklees Council’s Democracy Friendly Schools programme.
World leading gear manufacturer David Brown Defence launches major recruitment drive

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Huddersfield-based engineering firm David Brown Defence has launched a recruitment drive with more than 50 jobs available. The Lockwood-based company, a world-leading manufacturer of engineered gear systems, is working in partnership with local firm E3 Recruitment. The company is hiring 51 mechanical fitters, four cell leaders and a range of additional skilled professionals at its Huddersfield site to support a significant uplift in defence manufacturing.
Huddersfield's Our Cultural Heart takes shape with food hall and library on target for summer 2026

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

The first phase of Huddersfield’s £262 million Our Cultural Heart town centre regeneration project is on target to open in summer 2026. Work on Phase 1 – a food hall, community library hub and a public square – is progressing well. Demolition works have been completed and the transformation of the former Queensgate Market – with its iconic paraboloid roof structures – is well underway.
Litter-pick volunteers who tackle fly-tipping blight in their communities 'let down' by Kirklees Council

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

Councillors say volunteers who spend hours collecting rubbish and clearing up waste in their communities are being let down by Kirklees Council. Clr Jo Lawson, leader of Kirklees Community Independents Group, said there were several examples of the council not collecting bags of rubbish for weeks or even months.
Lawrence Batley Theatre secures grant to fund essential repairs

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

The Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield has secured a grant from the Theatres Trust to fund essential repairs. The Trust, the national advisory and advocacy body for theatres, has announced grants to 21 not-for-profit community theatres. Each grant is worth up to £5,000 and is aimed at delivering small projects that make a big difference to their resilience, sustainability and accessibility. The grant for the Huddersfield theatre will fund essential repairs in its two performance spaces.
Andrew O'Neill headlines another great night at the Comedy Cellar at the Lawrence Batley Theatre

1 week ago | huddersfieldhub.co.uk | Martin Shaw

The Comedy Cellar at Lawrence Batley Theatre returns on Thursday May 29 with four more superb stand up acts. Headlining the show is Andrew O’Neill.