Brighouse
England, United Kingdom
Town·Charming, Historical, Relaxed
Brighouse is a delightful town in the metropolitan borough of Calderdale, West Yorkshire, England. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, it is located on the River Calder, just 4 miles east of Halifax. The town is easily accessible via Junction 25 of the M62 motorway and has its own railway station on the Caldervale and Huddersfield Lines. Brighouse features a mooring basin on the Calder and Hebble Navigation, adding to its picturesque setting. The town's name, meaning 'Bridge House', reflects its origins as a hamlet near a bridge over the river. Brighouse is twinned with Lüdenscheid in Germany, highlighting its cultural connections.
Highlights
- Located on the River Calder.
- Easy access via M62 motorway and railway.
- Historical roots as a hamlet of Rastrick.
- Twinning link with Lüdenscheid, Germany.
- Mooring basin on Calder and Hebble Navigation.
Things to consider before traveling to Brighouse
- Close access to Halifax, ideal for day trips.
- Picturesque setting on the River Calder.