Hardcastle Crags

A stone mill and its reflection into a still pond

Important notice -

Clough Hole car park is closed and will reopen on the 31 January.

Beautiful wooded valley with 19th-century Gibson Mill at its heart

More about this place

A tree lined incline with a metal sign of poetry in the foreground.

'One thus gone' 

Eight small inspirations for woodland walking.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Things to see and do

Things to see and do 2019

Looking through the sculptures of trees inside the mill.
Sallows sharing stories and songs
Stepping Stones Hardcastle Crags, West Yorkshire
Logs and sticks create a natural barrier, slowing the flow of water

The Grimm Forest – An illustrated fairytale wood. 

Walk through the wooded valley of Hardcastle Crags and discover an indoor forest of storytelling trees at Gibson Mill.

'Sallows' at Gibson Mill 

An acoustic enchantment from folk band Sallows to mark the close of the Grimm Forrest exhibition.

We've plenty for you to do 

Explore Gibson Mill, home to the Weaving Shed Cafe and Shop, before exploring the Crags and beyond.

Slow the Flow Calderdale at Hardcastle Crags 

Have you every wondered what these dams are for? Find out the partnership work that we're doing to help improve and monitor natural flood management in Calderdale.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

What's on 

Upcoming events

See all events

'One thus gone', eight small inspirations for woodland walking.

Tue 28 Jan 2020
08:00-16:00
‘One thus gone’ is a series of short poems, written specifically for Hardcastle Crags. The poems are designed to guide you on a mindful and contemplative journey along a woodland trail.

The Grimm Forest - An illustrated fairy-tale wood.

Sat 01 Feb 2020
11:00-15:00
Discover an indoor forest of storytelling trees at Gibson Mill. The Grimm Forest is an exhibition of eleven tree sculptures with hand coloured images, inspired by stories collected by the brothers Grimm.

Willow weaving sessions - Charcoal Clamp

Sun 16 Feb 2020
10:00-15:30
One day drop in workshop to build a demonstration traditional charcoal clamp in the woodland on the location of an original charcoal burning site.

February half term

Mon 17 Feb 2020
12:00-14:00
Come along and help craft a tree for Gibson Mill. Each day you'll be able to craft a woodland creature, to either take home or leave in the tree branches.

Willow weaving taster sessions

Sun 23 Feb 2020
11:00-13:00
Willow Fence - learn the skills to help create a 6m section of living willow fence.

Sallows Gig + Guided Walk to Grimm Forest Exhibition at Gibson Mill

Sun 23 Feb 2020
15:30-19:30
We are marking the last day of the Grimm Forrest exhibition, with a Ranger guided walk through the woodland. All topped off with an intimate acoustic gig from fantastic folk band, Sallows in the café.
Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Eating and shopping

Visitors in the Weaving Shed Cafe at Hardcastle Crags

Tempting treats 

At Gibson Mill you’ll find our Weaving Shed Café, serving delicious ethical and locally produced food. You can buy the perfect gift or memento in our shop there too.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Our work

Lit bulb in front of inverter technology

Renewable energy at Hardcastle Crags 

Gibson Mill at Hardcastle Crags is completely off the grid. Find out how we manage our renewable energy and our plans for future green technologies.

View with crag across the valley at Hardcastle Crags, West Yorkshire

Working towards a healthier woodland at Hardcastle Crags 

Find out more about the work we're doing at Hardcastle Crags

A team of volunteers working together to move a large log

People and nature set to benefit from £2.6 million water project 

In 2015 the Boxing Day floods in West Yorkshire caused devastation. We're working alongside a host of partners to deliver a two year project that will help to protect over 3,000 homes and businesses from future flooding.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Learning

Family pond dipping with Gibson Mill behind them

A new way to learn 

From enjoying a guided Tour of Gibson Mill to learning about habitats by pond dipping or going on a minibeast hunt there are a variety of ways to learn at our special place.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Weddings

Bride and groom showered in confetti

Say "I do" 

Planning your special day? Gibson Mill is at the heart of a romantic West Yorkshire woodland. Let our team help you to create a day you'll never forget.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Places to stay

The Lodge and surrounding gardens

Holiday with us 

Holiday in Widdop Gate Barn at the edge of a hayfield with views over the wooded valley of Hardcastle Crags or relax in the Victorian Lodge surrounded by enchanting Pennine countryside.

Back to top
Hardcastle Crags

Get involved

Survey volunteers looking at a section of hay meadow

Volunteer with us 

Love Hardcastle Crags? Then get involved! Volunteer #OffTheGrid

Back to top
Close