Been visiting Shibden since I was a child and it has many happy memories. Never fails to please. Gets very busy in the summer months but this does not detract from it. Good for families. Lots for children to enjoy.

Shibden is a lovely park, alot of money has been spent improving it lately. The hall is magnificent, if you visit read up on Anne Lister before you go, very intriguing!

Shibden Hall is one of my favourite places in Halifax. We go at least three times a year to the hall, and most months to the park to enjoy the swings, boats etc. The hall itself was built in 1420 and passed through the ownership of many of 'the' Halifax famiilies, starting with the Otes, then the Savilles, the Waterhouses... More

This place has something for everyone. There is the main Hall for thise wanting a little history, the fantastic park for children and adults alike and a great cafe which can be very busy at weekends. Parking is good and there are lots of activities going on. We have been several times and never get bored.

Lovely place, always busy !! Used to go a ot when the children were little, really good day out especially when we get some lovely weather !!

great place for all the family, great park for the kids and the hall for the adults

Quite a short walk, but don't go at night as it is a bit dodgy due to the promiscuous couples in cars! Lovely during the day, and is the start point of many walks.

This is a great place to visit for those who are interested in a little local and general history. The displays are informative - they focus more on domestic life - and interesting and the staff are helpful and friendly.

Well what else can you expect when the local Council is in charge of such an iconic property with a wealth of local history oozing from every timber. But take nothing away from the splendid Tudor building and the scenic setting in the Shibden valley just a mile from the centre of Halifax. Staffed by people who have no idea... More