Hardcastle Crags

A stone mill and its reflection into a still pond

Important notice -

** The footpath from Clough Hole car park to Gibson Mill will be closed from 11th to 22nd November, a diversion will be in be signposted ** Clough Hole car park closed from 24/9/19 until 17/12/19

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

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Ice forming beside Hebden Water, Hardcastle Crags

Christmas trees at Hardcastle Crags 

When you buy a tree at Hardcastle Crags you'll be helping us to protect the woodland, its army of northern hairy wood ants and the largest bat roost in the National Trust.

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Things to see and do

Things to see and do 2019

Artist, Jane Revitt in the studio renovating parts of the exhibition prior to installation at Gibson Mill.
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.

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.

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What's on 

Upcoming events

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The Grimm Forest - An illustrated fairy-tale wood.

Sat 16 Nov 2019
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.

Christmas tree sale

Sat 30 Nov 2019
10:00-15:30
Create family memories when you buy a real Christmas tree from Hardcastle Crags this December.

Christmas wreath making

Sat 30 Nov 2019
11:00-13:00
Take some time out with friends and loved ones to create something beautiful for your home.

Zarebi - Women's Georgian Choir

Sun 01 Dec 2019
13:00-13:45
Join 'Zarebi' at Gibson Mill marking the start of December. The songs of the choir will resonate within the courtyard and echo out down the valley. A true treat not to be missed.

Christmas cook on a campfire - 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾

Sat 14 Dec 2019
12:00-14:00
Join us for a seasonal take on this popular activity with a trail through the woods, hot chocolate and a few surprises along the way.

Guided walk - winter tree I.D

Sat 25 Jan 2020
12:00-15:00
Do you know your birch from your beech or an ash from your alder? Join us for a walk with a difference this winter.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Get involved

Survey volunteers looking at a section of hay meadow

Volunteer with us 

Love Hardcastle Crags? Then get involved! Volunteer #OffTheGrid

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