TREASURES REVEALED in Kirklees 2010

Saturday 29th May – Sunday 6th June 2010

A nine-day festival celebrating our hidden multi-faith treasures

FESTIVAL GUIDE Introduction

TREASURES REVEALED in Kirklees 2010 ver wondered what’s inside a EMosque, Church, Hindu Temple, Sikh Gurdwara or Buddhist Centre? Places of worship have been at the heart of our communities for thousands of years and continue to play a vitally important social, economic, and spiritual role in our modern society. For many people faith is a way of life, giving them a sense of belonging, identity and a sense of the common values of selﬂ essness and service which bind humankind. Faith can promote understanding and respect of others and nourishes that personal spiritual dimension which helps to give meaning, purpose and hope to our lives. Kirklees Faiths Forum supports and encourages faith and interfaith groups across Kirklees. Through the Treasures Revealed partnership we extend a warm welcome to local residents and visitors. So why not pay us a visit? You may just ﬁ nd a hidden treasure or two for yourself …

Contents P4 – P28 Festival events listings A comprehensive guide to the events on offer over the nine days.

P30 – P54 Participating venues Full contact details and a small description of each place of worship

Festival listings

Key to event types:

Walk W F Festival

Display D M Music

Open to visitors O H History

Refreshments R C Charity event

Guided tour G E Exhibition

Arts A S Service

Presentation P V Video Saturday 29th May

2 All Saints’ Church, OD Netherthong Key available from the Londis shop opposite the church

4 Christ Church OD Liversedge Open Church 10am – 3pm

5 Church of St Aidan OD R Skelmanthorpe Open Church 10am – 4pm

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Book a Guided Tour on 01924 466076

8 Emmanuel Church O R Shelley Open Church 11am – 3pm

9 Guru Nanak Gurdwara R S G Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

10 Hanﬁ a Institute O R G Huddersﬁ eld Welcome tour, questions and answers, refreshments 12noon – 3pm

4 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Saturday 29th May

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Open for visitors 10.30am – 4pm

12 Hindu Temple, M G S Huddersﬁ eld Worship/tour 12noon – 4pm

15 Huddersﬁ eld O R D G E Methodist Mission ‘Treasures Revealed’ Opening event, 12noon – 2pm displays, guided tours

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 2pm schools educational visits

18 Jamia Salaﬁ a Mosque, R D G O Birkby Coffee Morning 10am – 3pm

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 5pm

20 Markazi Jamia Masjid R G P H D Ghausia, Huddersﬁ eld Introduction to Islam – English 2.30pm – 4pm Lecture with guided tour inc Question & Answer session

21 Masjid-e-Noor, O G Batley Open for visitors 10am – 11am

24 Noor Mosque, P G R D E S Huddersﬁ eld Educational Presentations. Guided Tour. 11am – 5pm Refreshment stalls. Display of Qurans from around the world. Quran and Modern Science Literature/Display boards. Stall on certain foods within the Muslim diet. Watch Muslims pray. Childrens Area. Womens Area.

25 Seventh Day Adventist O P Church, Huddersﬁ eld Bible story – in church service 9.45am – 11am Preaching – in Church service 11.30am – 12.30pm Saturday 29th May

26 St Bartholomew’s, O R G M H Marsden Organ/recorded music each day, 10am – 3pm various times.Refreshments available each day. Tours at 11am & 1pm. 2pm – 3pm “United Voices” Choir sings at 2pm

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

28 St James Church, O R A Heckmondwike Open church 10am – 3pm

30 St John the Evangelist, O R Dewsbury Moor Church open for visitors 2pm – 4pm with refreshments

31 St John’s Church, F D M O R E A H Kirkheaton Art Festival – paintings, photographs, 2pm – 5pm quilts, embroidery, sculpture, live music and much more. Free refreshments and children’s activities. There will also be bell ringing and an opportunity to watch the ringers.There is a graveyard tour brochure giving a guide to some of the most interesting gravestones and the stories behind them.

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

34 St Mary the blessed O Virgin, Gomersal Open for visitors. Refreshments 11am – 1pm available

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

36 St Michael and All Angels, O H R Thornhill See our website for any arranged 10am – 4pm programme: www.thornhillparishchurch.org.uk

6 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Sunday 30th May

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Open church 10am – 3pm

41 St Philip the Apostle D M O R H Church, Birchencliffe Open church 10am – 3pm

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Church Service 10.00am 9am – 12noon Guided Tour 2.30pm 2pm – 4pm

45 Vajrapani Buddhist O R G Centre, Huddersﬁ eld Peace café open, volunteers available 10am – 5pm to show visitors round the meditation room, answer questions, etc

46 Whitechapel Church, O R H D G Cleckheaton Open Church, Genealogy records, 10am – 12noon Bell Tower, Stained Glass Windows, History Records 2pm – 4pm

Sunday 30th May

2 All Saints’ Church, DS R Netherthong Parish Eucharist followed by 11am – 12.30pm refreshments

3 Christ Church, OD S A D New Mill Eucharist followed by refreshments. 10.45am – 1pm Artwork on display. www.newmillpc.org.uk

4 Christchurch DS Liversedge Open Church 9.30am – 11.30pm

7 Dewsbury Minster S 10.30am –12.30pm Sunday services followed by 6.30pm – 8pm refreshments. See News & Events Diary at: www.dewsburyminster.org.uk Sunday 30th May 8 Emmanuel Church O R S Shelley Open Church and service 9am – 2pm

Guru Nanak Gurdwara R S G 9 Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H S House, Huddersﬁ eld 10.45 – 11.45 Open worship 12noon – 7.30 pm Open afternoon/evening visits

12 Hindu Temple, M G Huddersﬁ eld Worship/tour/yoga 11am – 2pm

13 Holy Trinity Church, S South Crosland Morning Service followed 9.15am – 11am by refreshments. All welcome 14 Howden Clough Methodist Church Sunday Worship (The Wesley Playhouse) 10.30am – 11.30am

15 Huddersﬁ eld S G Methodist Mission Service at 10.30am 10.30am – 2pm Guided tours 12pm – 2pm Chinese speakers’ fellowship 2pm

16 Huddersﬁ eld O Christian Fellowship Service begins at 10:30 – visitors are 10am – 2.30pm welcome to take part or just observe – a chance to see the place in action!

17 Huddersﬁ eld S G D O H Parish Church Services of Holy Communion 10am – 12noon at 8am and 10am

18 Jamia Salaﬁ a Mosque Birkby Study circle 6pm – 8pm

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 5pm 8 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Sunday 30th May

21 Masjid-e-Noor, O G Batley Open for visitors 10am – 11am

47 Meltham Baptist S R Church Morning Worship 10.30am – 11.30am

23 Newsome South O Methodist Church Sunday morning services; others 10.30am are welcome to join us to participate or observe

24 Noor Mosque, P R Huddersﬁ eld Traditional South Asian Lunch. 12.30pm Presentation on importance of Interfaith working. Educational Quiz. Awarding of prizes to winners

26 St Bartholomew’s, S O R G M H Marsden Church service Holy Communion 9.30am – 3pm (9.30am – 10.30am). Tours at 11am and 1pm

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

29 St John the Evangelist, S Cleckheaton 10am – 10.20am Morning Prayer 11am – 12.15 Parish Eucharist

30 St John the Evangelist, S R Dewsbury Moor Morning Worship 10.30am – 12.30pm

31 St John’s Church, S F D M O R E A H Kirkheaton Services 10.30am – Launch of Building Plans, 10.30am, 5pm 5pm – informal worship using creative arts Art Festival – paintings, photographs, quilts, 2pm – 5pm embroidery, sculpture, live music and more. Free refreshments and children’s activities. Also an opportunity to watch bell ringers. Graveyard tour brochure giving a guide to the most interesting gravestones and the stories behind them. Sunday 30th May

33 St Mark’s Parish S R O Church, Longwood 10.30am – 11.30am Holy Communion 11.30am – 12noon Coffee and chat

34 St Mary the blessed S Virgin, Gomersal Parish Eucharist Service 9.30am – 11am

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

36 St Michael and All Angels, O H R Thornhill See our website for any arranged 11am – 4pm programme: www.thornhillparishchurch.org.uk

39 St Pauls Church, O R S Shepley Church open for services 9am – 3pm

40 St Pauls, O S E Hanging Heaton Church Open for worshippers and 9.30am – 11.30pm visitors of all ages. Excellent organ. Warm church and friendly people. Children’s area. You are welcome here!

41 St Philip the Apostle S Church, Birchencliffe St Philip’s Day Patronal Festival 10.30am – 12noon Eucharist .

42 St Stephen’s, S Rashcliffe Morning Service followed by 11am – 12.30pm refreshments

43 St Thomas’ Church, D S Batley Church Open for worshippers and 7.45am – 11am visitors of all ages. Beautiful stained glass. Warm and friendly. Tea and coffee and toilets – you are welcome here!

10 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Monday 31st May 44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Church Service 10am 9am – 12noon Guided Tour 2.30pm 2pm – 4pm

45 Vajrapani Buddhist O R G Centre, Huddersﬁ eld Peace café open, volunteers available 10am – 2pm to show visitors round the meditation room, answer questions, etc

47 Whitechapel Church, S Cleckheaton Sunday worship with Holy Communion 9.45am – 10.45am followed by refreshments and an opportunity to look around this interesting little church. 49 The Church of Jesus S Christ of Latter-day Sunday Worship and Sacrament Saints, Birchencliffe 10am – 11.10am 11.20am – 12.30pm Monday 31st May

3 Christ Church, OD A D New Mill Open church 11am – 4pm

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E G 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Book a Guided Tour on 01924 466076

9 Guru Nanak Gurdwara R S G Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational visits, interfaith forum. 10am – 1pm

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Visitors to view. 10.30am – 8pm Groups may request opening

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 4pm schools educational visits Monday 31st May

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 5pm

21 Masjid-e-Noor, O G Batley Open for visitors 10am – 11am

47 Meltham Baptist O R G H Church Open Morning 10.00am – 12noon

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

31 St John’s Church, F D M O R Kirkheaton Art Festival – paintings, photographs, 2pm – 5pm quilts, embroidery, sculpture, live music and much more. Free refreshments and children’s activities. There will also be bell ringing and an opportunity to watch the ringers.There is a graveyard tour brochure giving a guide to some of the most interesting gravestones and the stories behind them.

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

34 St Mary the blessed O Virgin, Gomersal Open for visitors. Refreshments 11am – 1pm available

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Open church 10am – 3pm

12 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Tuesday 1st June

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Guided Tour 2.30pm 9am – 12noon 2pm – 4pm

46 Whitechapel Church, O R H D G Cleckheaton Open Church, Genealogy records, 10am – 12noon Bell Tower, Stained Glass Windows, 2pm – 4pm History Records Tuesday 1st June

2 All Saints’ Church, DS R Netherthong Holy Communion followed by 9.30am – 10.30am refreshments

5 Church of St Aidan OD R Skelmanthorpe Open Church 12noon – 4pm

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E G 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Book a Guided Tour on 01924 466076 9 Guru Nanak R S G Gurdwara, Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Visitors to view. 10.30am – 8pm Groups may request opening

15 Huddersﬁ eld S R D G O Methodist Mission 9.30am – 1.30pm The Mission Café open. Guided Prayer Session in the Chapel at 12.30pm. Guided tours – noon – 2pm

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 4pm schools educational visits

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 12noon Tuesday 1st June 24 Noor Mosque, Tea/coffee morning,with presentations on the Huddersﬁ eld Islamic culture,Q&A session, and 9.30am – 12.30pm guided tours.

26 St Bartholomew’s, S O R G M H Marsden Morning prayers (9.30am – 10am). 9.30am – 3pm Tours at 11am and 1pm

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

28 St James Church, O R A Heckmondwike Morning Social Club 10am – 1pm

29 St John the Evangelist, S Cleckheaton 9.am – 9.20am Morning Prayer

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

37 St Paul’s Church, O R Birkenshaw Open church 10am – 3pm

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Open church 10am – 3pm

42 St Stephen’s, O R Rashcliffe Church open plus refreshments. 2pm – 4pm Registers to view Church open to view. 6.30pm – 7.45pm

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Church Service 12.15pm 9am – 12noon Guided Tour 2.30pm 2pm – 4pm

14 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Wednesday 2nd June 47 Meltham Baptist O R G H Church Coffee Morning 10.00am – 12noon

Wednesday 2nd June

2 All Saints’ Church, OD Netherthong Key available from the Londis shop opposite the church

3 Christ Church, OD S A D New Mill All age Eucharist followed by 9.30 – 12.30 refreshments and displays of artwork. www.newmillpc.org.uk.

4 Christchurch DS Liversedge Open Church 9.30am – 11.30pm

5 Church of St Aidan OD R Skelmanthorpe Open Church 10am – 4pm

6 Dawatal Islam DR P G Mosque, Batley Open for visitors 10am – 2pm

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E G S 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Guided Tours @ 10.30am & 1.30pm. 12noon – 1pm Service of Holy Communion

9 Guru Nanak Gurdwara R S G Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational visits, interfaith forum. 10am – 1pm

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Visitors to view. 10.30am – 8pm Groups may request opening Wednesday 2nd June 13 Holy Trinity Church, S O R South Crosland Morning service with refreshments plus church open to view + Registers 9.30am – 12noon to view. 7.15pm – 8.30pm Church open to view + Registers to view

14 Howden Clough O R Methodist Church Café and Play area open for children (The Wesley Playhouse) and families. 10am – 4pm

15 Huddersﬁ eld R D G O Methodist Mission Guided tours – 2pm 9.30am – 1.30pm The Mission Café open.

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 4pm schools educational visits

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 5pm 47 Meltham Baptist O R G H Church Open Morning 10.00am – 12noon

22 Meltham Methodist F D O H R E A Church Displays on a Biblical ‘Treasure’ 2pm – 4pm theme with activities for all ages, children’s activity sheet and treasure hunt. Information on the history of Methodism in Meltham.

25 Seventh Day Adventist O P Church, Huddersﬁ eld Bible story – in church service 7.30 – 8.30pm Preaching – in Church service

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

29 St John the Evangelist, S Cleckheaton 9am – 9.15am Morning Prayer 9.30am –10am Holy Communion 16 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Wednesday 2nd June

32 St John’s, O Upper Hopton Open church 9.30 – 4pm

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

38 St Paul’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 9.30 – 4pm

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Open church 10am – 3pm

43 St Thomas’ Church, D S Batley Church Open for worshippers and 9am – 11am visitors of all ages. Beautiful stained glass. Warm and friendly. Tea and coffee and toilets – you are welcome here!

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Guided Tour 2.30pm 9am – 12noon 2pm – 4pm

46 Whitechapel Church, S R M Cleckheaton Holy Communion (said) from Book of 10am –10.30am Common Prayer. Open House Music Hall Memories 2pm – 4pm with, Alan Scott. Talk & music show . Admission free

49 The Church of Jesus O G Anyone intersted in Family history Christ of Latter-day research can visit our family history Saints, Birchencliffe library on Wednesday & Thursday, 10am– 10am – 3pm 3pm, though it is advisable to book ﬁ rst if you want to use a computer. Thursday 3rd June

2 All Saints’ Church, OD Netherthong Key available from the Londis shop opposite the church

5 Church of St Aidan OD R S Skelmanthorpe Open Church 9am – 4pm (Mass 9.30am til 10.00am)

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E G 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Book a Guided Tour on 01924 466076

8 Emmanuel Church O R S Shelley Church Open, informal service from 10am to 12noon. 9.30am – 2pm

9 Guru Nanak R S G Gurdwara, Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Visitors to view. 10.30am – 8pm Groups may request opening

14 Howden Clough O R Methodist Church Café and Play area open for children and families. (The Wesley Playhouse) 10am – 4pm

15 Huddersﬁ eld R D G O Methodist Mission The Mission Café open. 9.30am – 1.30pm Guided tours – 2pm

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 4pm schools educational visits

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 5pm 18 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Thursday 3rd June 22 Meltham Methodist F D O H R E A Church Displays on a Biblical ‘Treasure’ 2pm – 4pm theme with activities for all ages, children’s activity sheet and treasure hunt. Information on the history of Methodism in Meltham.

23 Newsome South O R Methodist Church Others are welcome to join our 9.45am – 11am coffee morning

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

28 St James Church, O R A Heckmondwike Holy Communion Service 9.30am – 1pm

29 St John the Evangelist, S O Cleckheaton 9.am – 9.20am Morning prayer 9.30am – 12noon Open church

31 St John’s Church, O Kirkheaton Church open. Opportunity to look 2pm – 4pm around the church and use the graveyard guide. Free refreshments

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

37 St Paul’s Church, O R Birkenshaw Open church 10am – 3pm Friday 4th June

40 St Pauls, O S E Hanging Heaton Church Open for worshippers and 9am – 10.30pm visitors of all ages. Book of Common Prayer service. Warm church and friendly people. Children’s area. You are welcome here!

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Open church 10am – 3pm

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Guided Tour 2.30pm 9am – 12noon 2pm – 4pm

Friday 4th June

2 All Saints’ Church, OD Netherthong Key available from the Londis shop opposite the church

5 Church of St Aidan OD R Skelmanthorpe Open Church 10am – 4pm

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E G 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Guided Tours @ 10.30am & 1.30pm.

9 Guru Nanak Gurdwara R S G Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Visitors to view. 10.30am – 8pm Groups may request opening

13 Holy Trinity Church, O R South Crosland Church open to view + Registers to 2pm – 4pm view. Refreshments

20 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Friday 4th June

14 Howden Clough O R (The Wesley Playhouse) Café and Play area open for children Methodist Church and families. 10am – 4pm

15 Huddersﬁ eld R D G O Methodist Mission The Mission Café open. 9.30am – 1.30pm Guided tours – 2pm

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 4pm schools educational visits

18 Jamia Salaﬁ a Mosque, O Birkby Open for visitors to observe Friday 12noon – 2pm prayers for men and women

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R P Madrassah Salﬁ a, Dewsbury, Scout Hill World Islamic Exhibition and Book Sale 10am – 12pm English sermon (khutbah) after 1.30pm – 3.30pm congregational Friday prayers (jummah). This will be followed by light refreshments and hospitality in the Lounge and Main Hall.

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm Saturday 5th June

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Open church 10am – 3pm

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Guided Tour 2.30pm 9am – 12noon 2pm – 4pm

Saturday 5th June

1 All Saints Church, OD R G Clayton West Coffee Mornings/ Gift Stalls, Guided 10am – 12 noon Tour Booklet of the Church. (open until 4pm)

2 All Saints’ Church, OD Netherthong Key available from the Londis shop opposite the church

4 Christchurch OD Liversedge Open Church 10am – 3pm

5 Church of St Aidan OD R Skelmanthorpe Open Church 10am – 4pm

7 Dewsbury Minster D O R H E 9.30am – 3pm All facilities & Refectory open. Tour leaﬂ ets. Book a Guided Tour on 01924 466076

9 Guru Nanak R S G Gurdwara, Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

10 Hanﬁ a Institute O R G Huddersﬁ eld Welcome tour, questions and answers, refreshments 12noon – 3pm

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld Visitors to view. 10.30am – 8pm Groups may request opening

22 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Saturday 5th June 12 Hindu Temple, M G S Huddersﬁ eld Worship/tour 12noon – 4pm

15 Huddersﬁ eld D G P Methodist Mission Open for Faith Trail 10.30am – 12.30pm

17 Huddersﬁ eld G D O H Parish Church Guided tours, 10am – 2pm schools educational visits

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, Dewsbury, Scout Hill World Islamic Exhibition and Book Sale 10am – 5pm Q&A Session on Islamic Awareness. 12noon – 2pm

20 Markazi Jamia Masjid R G P H D Ghausia, Huddersﬁ eld Introduction to Islam – English 2.30pm – 4pm Lecture with guided tour inc Question & Answer session

22 Meltham Methodist F D O H R E A Displays on a Biblical ‘Treasure’ Church theme with activities for all ages, 10am – 6pm children’s activity sheet and treasure hunt. Information on the history of Methodism in Meltham. Light lunches available 12noon – 2pm for a small charge.

25 Seventh Day Adventist O P Church, Huddersﬁ eld Bible story – in church service 9.45am –11am Preaching – in Church service 11.30am –12.30pm

26 St Bartholomew’s, O R G M H Marsden Tours at 11am 10am – 1pm

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 3pm Saturday 5th June

28 St James Church, O R A Heckmondwike Open church 10am – 3pm

29 St John the Evangelist, C O R Cleckheaton Coffee Morning & Cake Stall 10am – 12noon

30 St John the Evangelist, O R Dewsbury Moor Church open for visitors 10am – 4pm with refreshments

33 St Mark’s Parish D R O Church, Longwood TBC

34 St Mary the blessed O Virgin, Gomersal Open for visitors. Refreshments 10am – 12noon available

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

39 St Pauls Church, O R S Shepley Church church 10am – 3pm

42 St Stephen’s, O R Rashcliffe Open to view with refreshments 10am – 12noon Registers to view.

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Church Service 10am 9am – 12noon Guided Tour 2.30pm 2pm – 4pm

45 Vajrapani Buddhist O R G Centre, Huddersﬁ eld Peace café open, volunteers available 10am – 5pm to show visitors round the meditation room, answer questions, etc

24 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 Sunday 6th June

46 Whitechapel Church, O R H D G Cleckheaton Open Church, Genealogy records, 9.30am – 1.30pm Bell Tower, Stained Glass Windows, History Records 2.30pm – 4.30pm

Sunday 6th June

2 All Saints’ Church, DS R Netherthong Parish Eucharist followed by 11am – 12.30pm refreshments

4 Christchurch DS Liversedge Open Church 9.30am – 11.30pm

5 Church of St Aidan OD R S Skelmanthorpe Open Church 10am – 4pm (Family Service10.30-11.30am)

7 Dewsbury Minster S 10.30am –11.30am Sunday service followed by refreshments. 6.30pm – 8.00pm See News & Events / Diary @ www.dewsburyminster.org.uk

8 Emmanuel Church O R S Shelley Open Church and service 9am – 11am

9 Guru Nanak R S G Gurdwara, Huddersﬁ eld Guided tours, schools educational 10am – 1pm visits, interfaith forum.

11 High Flatts Meeting O A H House, Huddersﬁ eld 10.45 – 11.45 Worship/Visitors

12 Hindu Temple, M G Huddersﬁ eld Worship/tour/yoga 11am – 2pm Sunday 6th June 13 Holy Trinity Church, S South Crosland Morning Service followed 9.15am – 11am by refreshments. All welcome

14 Howden Clough S Methodist Church Playhouse Praise family friendly event (The Wesley Playhouse) with songs, crafts, Bible Stories for all to enjoy. 4pm – 6pm

15 Huddersﬁ eld S O G Methodist Mission Café Service (informal worship) 11am 11am – 2pm Host available to show visitors around

16 Huddersﬁ eld O Christian Fellowship Service begins at 10:30 – visitors are 10am – 2.30pm welcome to take part or just observe – a chance to see the place in action!

17 Huddersﬁ eld S G D O H Parish Church Services of Holy Communion 10am – 12noon at 8am and 10am

18 Jamia Salaﬁ a Mosque, Birkby Study circle 6pm – 8pm

19 Jamih Masjid D E V A R Madrassah Salﬁ a, World Islamic Exhibition Dewsbury, Scout Hill and Book Sale 10am – 5pm

47 Meltham Baptist S R Church Morning Worship 10.30am – 11.30am

22 Meltham Methodist S F D H R E A Church Special ‘Treasures’ service 10.30 10am – 12.30pm – 11.30 (suitable for all ages), followed by another chance to look at the displays.

23 Newsome South O Methodist Church Sunday morning services; others 10.30am are welcome to join us to participate or observe

26 Sunday 6th June

26 St Bartholomew’s, S O R G M H Marsden All age worship (10am – 11am) 9.30am – 3pm Holy Communion at 11.30am. Tour at 1pm

27 St David’s, O Holmbridge Open church 10am – 4pm

29 St John the Evangelist, S Cleckheaton 10am – 10.20am Morning Prayer 11am – 12.15 Parish Eucharist

30 St John the Evangelist, S R Dewsbury Moor Morning Worship 10.30am – 12.30pm

31 St John’s Church, S Kirkheaton Services 8 am – Book of Common 8am, 9.30am Prayer Communion 11am, 6pm 9.30 am – Common Worship Morning Prayer, 11 am – Informal (Baptism), 6 pm – prayer meeting

33 St Mark’s Parish S R Church, Longwood 10.30am – 11.30am Holy Communion 11.30am – 12noon Coffee and chat

34 St Mary the blessed S Virgin, Gomersal Parish Eucharist Service 9.30am – 11am

35 St Mary’s, O Mirﬁ eld Open church 2pm – 4pm

36 St Michael and O H R All Angels, Thornhill See our website for any arranged 2pm – 4pm programme: www.thornhillparishchurch.org.uk Sunday 6th June

39 St Pauls Church, O R Shepley Church open for services 10am – 3pm

40 St Pauls, O S E Hanging Heaton Church Open for worshippers and 9.30am – 11am visitors of all ages. Excellent organ. Warm church and friendly people. 7.45am – 8.45am Children’s area. You are welcome here!

42 St Stephen’s, S Rashcliffe Morning Service followed by 11am – 12.30pm refreshments

43 St Thomas’ Church, D S Batley Church Open for worshippers and visi- 9am – 11am tors of all ages. Beautiful stained glass. Warm and friendly. Tea and coffee and toilets – you are welcome here!

44 St Thomas’ Church, O D E Huddersﬁ eld Church Service 10.30am 9am – 12noon Guided Tour 2.30pm 2pm – 4pm

45 Vajrapani Buddhist O R G Centre, Huddersﬁ eld Peace café open, volunteers available 10am – 2pm to show visitors round the meditation room, answer questions, etc

46 Whitechapel Church, S Cleckheaton Sunday worship with Holy Communion 9.45am – 10.45am followed by refreshments and an opportunity to look around this interesting little church.

49 The Church of Jesus S Christ of Latter-day Sunday Worship and Sacrament Saints, Birchencliffe 10am – 11.10am 11.20am – 12.30pm

All details correct at time of going to print but you may wish to contact the place of worship you wish to visit before you travel in case there are any last-minute changes to listings.

28 For details of venues see pages 30 – 54 32 Venue details

Key to facilities:

Refreshments Disabled access

Parking Partial disabled access

Roadside 1 All Saints Church, Church Lane, Clayton West, Huddersﬁ eld, HD8 9NT Reverend Joy Cousans orGillian Hamer 01484 862321 [email protected] All Saints’ Church opened in 1875 to serve the local community and is part of the ancient parish of High Hoyland. It contains stained glass windows by Charles Kempe, a beautiful screen behind the altar celebrating Celtic Saints and the Wintour Memorial commemorating the Battle of Jutland. The pulpit is made of Caen stone supported by alabaster pillars and was given in memory of Revd. F.T.Wintour, Rector of the parish from 1867 to 1898. There is also a board with the names of the Rectors of High Hoyland dating back to the 12th Century. For some of the time there are 2 Rectors shown on the board, as the church was left to the founder’s 2 daughters and each had the right to present a Rector. All the carvings in the church were made by local craftsmen.

2 All Saints Church, Towngate, Netherthong, Holmﬁ rth, HD9 3EJ Yvonne Hutson (secretary) 01484 685625 [email protected] All Saints’ Church is situated in the centre of this Pennine Hill village, 2 miles from Holmﬁ rth. Built in 1829-30 at a cost of £2,869 it is a Grade 2 listed building. There have been alterations over the years, the most recent being meeting rooms, kitchens and toilets incorporated within the building. There is an attractive churchyard with interesting gravestones, beautiful trees and extensive views over the local countryside. Many family historians are interested in the rolls of honour from WW1 and the burial register for the graveyard, which include many of those who died in the workhouse, situated on the edge of the village of Deanhouse.

30 In the street outside the Church 3 Christ Church, Sude Hill, New Mill, HD9 7DW Ailsa Brooke, Lay Minister (Reader) 01484 681155 [email protected] The Georgian Parish Church with its clock tower stands proudly on a hill side overlooking the village. We cater for both tradtitional and modern styles of worship by following a varied pattern with both a robed choir and a music group. The building has some ﬁ ne stained glass, a sculptured reredos of the Last Supper, a stone credence and font and a high pulpit more suited to a previous age. Various groups, both secular and church use the building during the week and we are always looking for ways to forge connections with the community.

Unsuitable for wheelchairs 4 Christchurch, Church Lane, Knowler Hill, Liversedge, WF15 6DT Rev Simon Pitcher 01924 405881 [email protected] Christchurch was built in the early nineteenth century in the Gothic style. Paid for by the fi rst Vicar, the Rev Hammond Roberson the church cost just over £7000 in 1817. Rev Roberson was anxious that a new church should be built to serve the spiritual needs of workers in the new textile mills in the Spen Valley. The church bells were made from bronze recycled from captured French canon from the battle of Genoa, fought during the Napoleonic Wars. There is a fi ne rood screen with carving of northern saints and a notable organ. portable ramp – level fl oors inside

5 St. Aidan’s Church, Radcliffe Street, Skelmanthorpe, Huddersﬁ eld, HD8 9AF Philip Reynolds – parish priest 01484 863232 [email protected]

A late Victorian Church (1894-1895) designed by famous architect GF Bodley (exhibition of his work at the V&A in 2007): The Church contains a late Saxon or early Norman square Font, and a mid-1950s Reredos above the High Altar - with a depiction of Christ in majesty with St Aidan and St Oswald. Other religious icons and images are also on display. Visitors, including members of other Faiths, are very welcome to attend services.

6 Dawatal Islam Mosque, West Acre Drive, Off Broomsdale Road, Batley, WF17 6PE Ismail Makda 0754 0448518 [email protected] Dawatal Islam is a purpose built modern place of worship providing both religious and educational teachings for the Muslim community of Soothill. The building work was completed in 2004 and there are now 10 evening supplementary school (madressah) classes held for children between the ages of 4 and 12. Dawatal Islam also has facilities for women and young girls as well as providing additional support for the local community. The Masjid hosts interfaith visits from the wider community and has good links with the local schools.

32 7 Dewsbury Minster, Rishworth Road, Dewsbury, WF12 8DD Gill Gaskin: 01924 466076 Minster: 01924 457057 [email protected] This vibrant yet ancient place of worship, welcome and peace, has 1400 years of history told through its magnifi cent Reredos, Heritage Centre and Worship Spaces. Paulinus, ‘Preached and celebrated’ here in AD627. Anglo-Saxon stone-carved cross-fragments, including fi rst English examples from AD850, are on view, as is the Anglo Saxon Mother Church’s long and short work dated AD980. Viking, Norman, Medieval, Georgian, Victorian, 20th and 21st Century works (some unique), artefacts and a stunning organ are all open to view. Upstairs is The ‘Saxon Cell’ Paulinus Chapel and the breathtakingly close-up East Window and beams. Other connections include Brontës, Titanic, Devil’s Knell, fi rst Sunday Schools and fi rst Missionaries to India. Dewsbury Minster is the North Kirklees Christian Faith Centre of IFK(S).

at Armitages Garden Centre 8 Emmanuel Church, Huddersfi eld Road, Shelley, HD8 8LH Stephen Hughes, Former Church Warden 01484 605755 [email protected] The Church has been a centre of worship since 1868. We are a United Benefi ce with St Paul’s, Shepley in the Kirkburton Deanery of the Anglican Diocese of Wakefi eld. The foundation stone was laid by the 5th Earl of Dartmouth of 23rd August 1866 and the Church was dedicated by the Lord Bishop of Ripon on September 9th 1868. The building, as with many Victorian village churches, is of a simple design built of local stone and has been altered over the years to suit the worship patterns of the time. The general plan of the church includes an entrance porch, nave, chancel, vestry and south aisle. Limited 9 Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Prospect Street, Huddersfi eld, HD1 2NX Jas Sohanpal – Education Secretary 07939 552095 gurunanakgurdwarahuddersfi eld @gmail.com [email protected]

The Guru Nanak Gurdwara (Sikh Temple) is a purpose built building was erected in 1975. Since then the building has been extended several times due to increased demand The Gurdwara has three fl oors and on the ground fl oor is the reception area, kitchen and Langer Hall (Free communal kitchen). On the fi rst fl oor is the main prayer hall and on the second fl oor is a smaller prayer hall which is used when there is more than one function taking place at same time. Currently the Gurdwara attracts congregations from Huddersfi eld, Halifax , Dewsbury and other regional areas. The type of activities provide by the Gurdwara other then religious are: Punjabi School: We have approximately 150 Students, we teach from 5 years & upwards. Punjabi school is run at weekends only. Faith Centre: We are one of seven Faith Centres in Kirklees who host school visits. Weddings: The Gurdwara building is registered for civil and religious weddings.

10 Hanfi a Institute, Bentley Street, Lockwood, Huddersfi eld, HD1 3UL Mohammed Imran / General Secretary 01484 346870 / 07931 730439 imran@hanfi a.org

34 11 High Flatts Meeting House, 9 Quaker Bottom, Firth Lane, HighFlatts, Huddersfi eld, HD8 8XU Thelma Pickford 01484 607716 John Springer 07790 678190 The present meeting house stands on the walls of a barn fi rst used by ‘Seekers’ during the 1640s. They met in this hidden place because their rejection of Church of England practice was illegal. From 1652 the Seekers evolved to become Quakers, because they ‘quaked in the power of the Lord’. At one time Quakers owned all the properties around the meeting house. They ran a school for fi fty boys in the 1700s and used Mill Bank as a home for inebriate women during the late 1800s. Nearby, Strines Guest House became an early youth hostel. Quaker Meetings are open to all and are held in silence.

12 Hindu Temple, 20 Zetland Street, Huddersﬁ eld Kiran Bali – General Secretary 07944 335855 [email protected]

Our aims are to celebrate the Hindu religion and culture whilst fostering harmonious relations with all faiths and communities. We celebrate our excellent relationships within our diverse community and strive to work together for all faiths to prosper. The Hindu faith empowers the individual to choose their own path to realise God. This can involve elements such as worship, yoga and voluntary service. We believe that the whole of mankind is one universal family and we must uphold the values of respect, cooperation and acceptance. 13 Holy Trinity Church, Church Lane, South Crosland, Huddersﬁ eld, HD4 7DB Revd Stephen Gott, Team Rector 01484 652543 [email protected] Known as a Waterloo Church, the nave and tower were completed in 1829 with the chancel added in 1860 and the organ in 1864. There have been recent reordering and also the erection of the Jubilee room adjacent to the tower. Many features have been added over the years as memorials, including the stained glass windows depicting the story of The Good Samaritan and showing Jesus teaching in the synagogue. The oak tablet lists the names of those of the parish who lost their lives in World War 1 and the statue of Mary and the child Jesus has on the base the names of the fallen in World War 2.

In car park or on-street

14 The Wesley Playhouse at Howden Clough Methodist Church Nab Lane, Howden Clough, Birstall, WF17 0HU Caroline Holt, 07511 868836 [email protected] www.thisisit.me.uk Howden Clough Methodist Church has been a worshipping church for 135 years and in 2007 we converted the main part of the Church into the ﬁ rst Christian run Children’s Playhouse called “The Wesley Playhouse”. Inside there is a themed play area for children in the shape of Noah’s Ark and informal seating for parents and careers to enjoy a drink and something to eat from our Fair Trade cafe and try a home made cake or bun. We have “Playhouse Praise” at 4p.m. on the ﬁ rst Sunday of the month for families to come along and enjoy crafts, songs, Bible stories and play in the Ark. In November 2009 we were runners up Nationally in “Most inspiring Church” at the Inspire Awards. So come and enjoy a chat and coffee with us, and see a new way of being church. We are open daily from Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri 10a.m to 4p.m., but closed on Tues, Sun & Saturdays only open for pre arranged parties only. For the time of the Treasures Revealed we are open 10 am to 4p.m. On Wed 2nd June, Thurs 3rd June, Fri 4th June & Sunday 6th June from 4pm when we hold our “Playhouse Praise”.

36 Use Kingsgate car-park 15 Huddersﬁ eld Methodist Mission, 3-13 Lord Street, Huddersﬁ eld HD1 1QA Roy Squires 01484 323132 (home) 07768 067251 (mob) [email protected] The Methodist Mission building is new – opened in 2000. It is a replacement for one in King Street which was compulsorily purchased by Kirklees Metropolitan Council to make way for the Kings Gate Shopping Centre. The Mission has always had a social entrepreneurial spirit, from penny banks and cripples guild in the 1920’s, mother & baby home in the 1930’s and 40’s – through to Coffee Bar Drop-In in the 1970s and the current Welcome Centre to meet crisis-needs in the town centre, and the Computer Facility using modern technology to raise the self esteem of our contacts through the Café and Welcome Centre.

16 Huddersfi eld Christian Fellowship, Cathedral House, St Thomas Road, Huddersfi eld, HD1 3LG Pastor Colin Cooper 01484 514088 info@huddersfi eldchristianfellowship.com Huddersfi eld Christian Fellowship is a town-centre based church in West Yorkshire with a growing congregation comprising of people from various social, cultural and religious backgrounds. Our Sunday morning services typically attract 700 to 800 worshippers from 24 different nationalities. The church has just moved into a brand new facility, Cathedral House, designed to seat 2100 in the main auditorium. The building also houses a bookshop, coffee shop, children’s play gym, conference facilities with onsite parking, disabled access and a state of the art sound and translation system. It is believed to be the largest purpose built church facility in England since Guildford Cathedral in the 1930s and it is hoped that it will become a haven for the community. Roadside 17 Huddersfi eld Parish Church, Byram Street, Huddersfi eld, HD1 1BU Canon Catherine Ogle 01484 427964 [email protected] [email protected] Huddersfi eld Parish church is the third church to be built on this site, where Christians have met to worship for almost 1000years. The main beauty of the church, the east window and baldachino, were both designed by Sir Ninian Comper in memory of the fallen of the First World War. The Elizabethan font is dated 1570 and its cover is said to date from 1640. The carved panelling of the gallery probably dates from the second church to stand on this site. At Huddersfi eld Parish Church music is of the highest importance in our worship and we are fortunate to have a wonderful choir including many university students. The organ, originally installed by Conachers in 1908, was rebuilt in 1984 by Philip Wood of Huddersfi eld.

Front and back 18 Jamia Salﬁ a Mosque, 62 Halifax Old Road, Birkby, Huddersﬁ eld, HD1 6HG Shaukat Ali 07915 65 31 60 [email protected] The Mosque was established in 1999. The building was an old disused pub and was bought from the brewery. Extensive refurbishments took place to convert this building into a two storey Mosque to provide prayer areas for both men and women. There is large fully functional kitchen and separate entrances for men and women. Since the building was purchased the congregation of worshippers is growing rapidly, therefore plans to extend the building to accommodate more worshippers and provide facilities for the disabled as being drawn up. There is parking at both front and back of the Mosque.

38 On street parking – both front and back of the Mosque. 19 Jamih Masjid Madrassah Salfi a, Stoney Bank Street, Scout Hill, Dewsbury, WF13 3RJ Mohammed Ishaq (Chairman) 01924 501 090 Jamih Masjid Madrassah Salfi a is an Islamic educational and welfare organisation established in 1988 and registered as a charity. It focuses on works for the betterment of all of its local community to meet their social, educational, spiritual and cultural needs. The mosque is housed in the assembly hall on the fi rst fl oor of an old converted mill building. The mosque offers separate male and female prayer and reading areas and welcomes all to attend their weekly congregational Friday prayer sermon. The sermon is narrated either in English, Arabic, Urdu or Punjabi by guest speakers or by local scholars and focuses on moral and spiritual development. Supplementary Islamic and mainstream education classes are regularly hosted by external education specialists.

20 Markazi Jamia Masjid Ghausia, 73 Victoria Road, Huddersﬁ eld, HD1 3RT Naeem Sarfraz, Press Secretary 07815 292 864 [email protected] • To promote and advance the Islamic faith with emphasis on enhancing the moral and spiritual well-being of the local Muslim community. • To establish educational programmes to disseminate a positive understanding of Islam in the United Kingdom for the local Muslim community regardless of age, gender or race. • To enhance the spiritual well-being of the local Muslim community through the celebration of religious festivals and occasions of Islamic historical importance. • To promote positive and friendly relationships between the local Muslim and non-Muslim community. • To make available a centre for the local Muslim community to arrange activities common to life-changing events. • To establish a dedicated place of worship and centre to realise the objects of the charity and delivery of services in the interests of social welfare for the local Muslim community. 21 Masjid-e-Noor, 90 Dark Lane, Batley, WF17 7RN Abdullah Bham 07973 409 808 [email protected] Masjid-e-Noor is one of eight established faith centres hosting visits for schools through the Interfaith Kirklees (Schools) educational learning project. The mosque has also hosted visits for adults and community groups. For the Treasures Revealed week, visitors are welcome to come to the mosque between 10-11 on Saturday, Sunday and Monday to have a look around and ask the experienced host at the mosque any questions.

22 Meltham Methodist Church, Millmoor Road, Meltham, Holmfi rth, HD9 5JU Mrs Jo Rand, Church Steward 01484 850499 [email protected] There have been Methodists in Meltham for well over 200 years. Our present building may not be of architectural merit, but it is a practical ‘treasure’ for our church and community, built by the hard work and dedication of many people. It stands next to the original 1819 chapel (now fl ats/offi ces). The talents of children and adults in our congregation come together for this festival celebrating the treasure in our midst. Bring a picture, poem, model or other artwork to add to a display on the theme ‘My treasure is...’, or be inspired to create one in our art corner.

40 Front of Church

23 Newsome South Methodist Church, Birch Road, Berry Brow, Huddersﬁ eld, HD4 7LP Howard Robinson 01484 429055 [email protected] Open air preaching commenced in Berry Brow under the shadow of a large rock, and in 1824 Rock Chapel was opened next to it. By the 1880’s a new chapel was built on Birch Road and opened in 1893. In the 1960’s, with high maintenance and heating costs, the Chapel was demolished and the schoolroom converted to a Chapel and a “Community Room’’ built on. This new Church opened in 1981. Recently the premises have had a “makeover”. The building incorporates a window made in memory of “Little Abe - The Bishop of Berry Brow”, a famous 19th century local preacher.

24 Noor Mosque, Crosland Road, Thornton Lodge, Huddersﬁ eld, HD1 3JS Molana Imran Hussain 07886 182416 [email protected]

Masjid Noor is privileged to have established a healthy relationship with its community. It provides a variety of services that range from the basics to the essentials, such as the congregational prayers, individual worship, spiritual enhancement, wedding services, funeral services etc. There is an integrated Madrassah (supplementary faith school) to provide for the educational needs of the Muslim community. Annual ‘open days’ and tailor made courses attract individuals from diverse faiths, organisations and backgrounds. 25 Seventh Day Adventist Church, College Street, Crosland Moor, Huddersﬁ eld, HD4 5EB Barry Stokes, Minister 0161 7665402 [email protected] Our church will be open for its regular services to which visitors are welcome to attend, and observe and participate.

26 St Bartholomew’s Church, Church Lane, Marsden, HD7 6DJ Joan M Briggs, Licensed Reader 01484 845633 [email protected] Grade II listed building seating 600, known colloquially as “The Cathedral of the Colne Valley”. Architect – William Henry Crossland, pupil of Sir George Gilbert Scott. Built 1895 with Baptistery and bell tower added 1911. A peel of 10 bells. Font and Pulpit of Caen stone. Brass lectern is a copy of a design at Southwell Minster. Oak Chancel Screen, and painted alabaster Reredos representing The Last Supper, both carved to designs by Harold Gibbons, FRIBA, gifts of the Whitehead Family as was much of the beautiful stained glass. Chancel has ﬁ ne mosaic ﬂ oors by Burke & Co. James Binns organ installed 1919. Silver chandelier surmounted by a cuckoo in the Lady Chapel believed to be from Ye Olde Chapell of Marsden.

42 At the rear of the Parish Hall, adjacent to the Church 27 St. David’s Church, Woodhead Road, Holmbridge, Holmfi rth, HD9 2NQ Ian Gold, Barrie Swift, St David’s church was consecrated on 28th March 1840 and became a separate Parish Church in 1857. There is a wall display in the church telling the history and depicting some of the items of interest. On display will be the famous Flood Bible that survived the great fl ood of 1852 when Bilberry Reservoir burst its banks, and there is a fl ood tapestry in the West End room at the back of church. Also, be sure to have a look at the Millennium window which was consecrated in 2002 (paid for by subscriptions through the village Millennium Committee).

On-street 28 St James Church, Church Street, Heckmondwike WF16 0AX Reverend Simon Pitcher 01924 405881 [email protected] The Church was built in the 1820s and was one of the “Waterloo” churches built at a cost of £3000 and paid for by a government grant to celebrate British Victory at the battle of Waterloo. The original church structure, the tower and nave, is currently under restoration, and these repairs will be completed by the end of April 2009. The current chancel was built in the early twentieth century, and its rich decoration contrasts with the plain and simple 1820s nave. The Lady Chapel boasts four ﬁ ne windows depicting angels that were designed by the pre Raphaelite artist, Edward Burne Jones. Large Local Car park off Church Street 29 St John The Evangelist, Church Street, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, BD19 3RN Mrs Annette Smith, Lay Pastoral Minister 01274 861158 [email protected]

St Johns was built in 1832, one of the ‘Waterloo’ churches and was enlarged in 1864. An Iridous behind the altar depicts the Last Supper, a wooden screen has carved ﬁ gures of the disciples and the pulpit has ﬁ gures of the Gospel writers and Paul. Stained glass windows add greatly to the beauty to the building. There is a First World War Memorial and after the Second World War a peal of bells was installed. The churchyard has a Garden of Remembrance for cremated remains. Plans to add a Kitchen, toilets, and community rooms are available to view.

On road parking

30 St John the Evangelist, Boothroyd Lane, Dewsbury Moor, WF13 2JA Rev Kathy Robertson – Team Vicar 01924 438302 [email protected] St Johns Dewsbury Moor is a Grade 2 listed building, an excellent example of a “Waterloo” or “Commissioners” churches, built from a Parliamentary grant in 1818 of a million pounds for the construction of urban churches. The foundation stone was laid in 1823. The church was consecrated in 1827. The church is set in a large churchyard containing graves of historical interest. Some of the stained glass windows are considered valuable works of art by contemporary 19th century craftsmen. The font was constructed from stone from the original pulpit which was replaced by a timber pulpit, with carved ﬁ gures of the twelve apostles.

44 In Church car park opposite 31 St John’s Church, Church Lane Kirkheaton, Huddersfi eld HD5 0BH Linda Barraclough, Parish Administrator 01484 531449 offi [email protected] St John’s is a Saxon foundation and a Grade II* Listed building. The oldest parts are the14th Century Beaumont Chapel, with monuments to the Beaumont family, including the infamous ‘Black Dick’, and the 15th Century Tower. There is the original Norman Font, a 12th cent gravestone of the De Heton family and much good Victorian stained glass (all dating from after the fi re of 1886). There is also the only WW1 and WW2 War Memorial in Kirkheaton. There is a well-preserved graveyard, the earliest gravestone being 1624. In the graveyard is the monument to the 17 children who perished in the Atkinson Mill fi re of 1818, which became a cause for Richard Ostler and his group. Immediately opposite is the Beaumont Arms (still known to many by its earlier name of the ‘Kirkstile’). This was formerly a ‘church house’ and is a Grade 1 Listed building.

At Croft House, Upper Hopton 32 St John’s, Hopton Hall Lane, Upper Hopton, Mirfi eld, WF14 8HL Chris Breare 01924 505790 [email protected] The style of architecture is deceptive as the building was intended to blend well with the neighbouring Hopton Hall, and thus it takes on the appearance of a 15th century church. The interior fi ttings also carry on this illusion, with many later additions appearing like they’ve been there for centuries. In 1904, the churchyard was extended up to where the archway now stands. For more information visit www.cofe-mirfi eld.org.uk At the rear of the Parish Hall, adjacent to the Church

33 St Mark’s Parish Church, Longwood Gate, Huddersﬁ eld, HD3 4HS Linda Barker 01484 646266 [email protected] St. Mark’s has beautiful stained glass windows. One of these is dedicated to Mary Sumner, founder of the Mother’s Union. It is said to be the only window of its kind in the country. A second unique window depicts Richard Oastler (1789-1861), the famous campaigner for the rights of working children. Situated on the West wall is a large memorial window. Worthy of note is a Biggin Hill plaque in memory of Squadron Leader Guy Turner, a former choirboy of St. Mark’s. Children enjoy searching for the ‘Thompson’ mice on various pieces of furniture.

34 St. Mary the Blessed Virgin, Spen Lane, Gomersal, Cleckheaton BD19 4LS Solveig Rawlings – Church Warden 01274 873256 [email protected] St Mary’s church is situated in the village of Gomersal, which is part of the Spen Valley area. The village history has links to the “Brontes of Haworth”, with Anne Taylor being buried in the churchyard. The church was built in 1851, with an Epiphany chapel added in 1969. In 2004 the church was reordered and the cleaning of the stonework has brought to light some very interesting features with ﬁ ne examples of Victorian craftsmanship including a lovely refurbished font and examples of the work of the Mouseman, Robert Thompson, of Kirby.

46 At adjacent parish centre and road 35 St Mary’s Church Lane, Mirfi eld, WF14 9HY Ruth Edwards Rev Hugh Baker – Team Vicar: 01924 505 790 [email protected] The Church here meets in this wonderful building, dedicated to Mary, the mother of Jesus. Both the people and the building aim to make God known to his world today. The present church, consecrated in 1871 by the Bishop of Ripon, is the third to stand on the site of Castle Hall, granted as one of 214 manors to the de Lacy family after William the Conqueror seized it from Lord Alruic. There is a lot to see at our church; the marble and granite front, the Mirfi eld Stone, carved on four sides and dating from the l0th / llth century, the many examples of Victorian stained glass windows with their own legends. Outside see the clock, the Castle Hall Motte, and extensive graveyard. Standing about 100 yards east of the church is the Parish Centre, opened in 1973. It is much used by Church and community groups and for social functions. For more information: www.cofe-mirfi eld.org.uk

Church Car Park or Old Rectory Elderly Persons Home opposite.

36 St Michael & All Angels, Church Lane, Thornhill, Dewsbury, WF12 0JZ Brian Pearson, Organiser 01924 520861 [email protected] There has been a church here since at least the 9th century. The oldest surviving parts of the church are the 15th-century tower, chancel and chancel chapels. The Savile chapel on the north was ﬁ rst built in 1447 and extended eastwards in 1493. The south chapel was built in 1491 and the chancel was remodeled ‘clerestoried and arched’ by 1499. the nave of the church, probably an anglo-saxon or norman structure modiﬁ ed and enlarged in the l3th century, was pulled down in the 18th century and a Georgian preaching box built. . It was rebuilt again in 1877-9 by the architect G.E Street who also added the present south porch and vestry. On street parking also available

37 St Paul’s Church, Bradford Road, Birkenshaw, Bradford, BD11 2DR Revd Lesley Anne Mattacks, Curate 01274 686822 [email protected] We are a busy Parish church seeking to trust God, love one another, and serve our community. Our recently renovated building now contains an area at the back of church for social gatherings, such as our weekly coffee mornings. We area also pleased to welcome anyone who wishes to step aside from the “busyness” of life to spend a few moments in prayer and reﬂ ection, or to light a candle in prayer for someone. We have a splendid East window which visitors might like to see, which illustrates the Gospel message in vibrant colours.

In adjoining car park outside church

38 St Paul’s, Huddersﬁ eld Road, Mirﬁ eld, WF14 8DE Kath Crossley 01924 505 790 [email protected]

The church is a Grade 11 listed building situated in the centre of the town. The present church has a small but growing congregation that offers a friendly welcome for all who choose to worship amongst them or simply call in for a visit or to enjoy refreshments.

48 Park on Marsh Lane

39 St Paul’s Church, Marsh Lane, Shepley, HD8 8AE Doreen Halliwell – Former Church Warden 01484 603798 [email protected] Victorian Building. Attractive stained glass window of St Paul at the heart of the village – sensitively modernised. St Paul’s was consecrated in 1848 and like many Victorian village churches is of a simple design. The architect was William Wallen who had designed many buildings in the Huddersﬁ eld area. The church is built of local stone and has a bell cote containing two bells. The chancel was added in 1868 and extended into the nave in 1890. There are several stained glass windows, noticeably the east window which depicts scenes from the life of St Paul. St Paul’s stands in the centre of the village and has been altered over the years to suit the worship pattern of the time. Moving forward remains our aim, whilst still retaining our sense of history.

Ample parking by adjacent church hall at the lych-gate end of the church path

40 St Paul’s Kirkgate, Hanging Heaton, Batley, WF12 7EN Rev. Paul Crabb, Vicar 01924 461917 [email protected] Hanging Heaton: ‘Etun’ in the Domesday Book. ‘Hanging’ - a steep hillside hanging above lower ground. Heaton ‘High Farm’: - thus Hanging Heaton was a lonely hillside farmstead. A ‘Waterloo Church’, it is by Thomas Taylor of Leeds in the Gothic style from locally excavated stone. The Vicar of Dewsbury laid the foundation stone on August 7th 1823, and it was dedicated by the Archbishop of York on 20th December 1825. The original gallery was lost in the fi re of February 16th, 1916. The church was restored and rededicated on November 17th 1923. Organ, pulpit and font are later additions. St Philips Community Centre, Briarlyn Rd, HD3 3NP 41 The Parish Church of St. Philip the Apostle, Halifax Road, Birchencliffe, Huddersfi eld, HD3 3BE Rev’d Mary Railton-Crowder, Vicar 01484 546966 [email protected] The Parish Church of St Philip the Apostle stands on the busy Halifax Road (A629) just minutes from Junction 24 of the M62. Once you enter our gates you can forget the traffi c and enjoy the peace and tranquility of our well cared for churchyard with its lovely views across the Grimscar Valley. St Philips, a Church of England church, is a Grade 2 listed building with beautiful stained glass windows and a Victorian ‘Four Seasons’ pulpit.

Roadside parking outside church 42 St Stephen’s Church, St Stephen’s Road, Rashcliffe, Huddersfi eld, HD1 3QY Revd Stephen Gott, Team Rector 01484 652543 [email protected] Social area: Two stained glass windows in memory of former church members. Nave: Rood screen removed from chancel arch to present position during alterations. South Transept: Stone plaque in memory of Peter Magregor, doctor and surgeon. War memorials from Rashcliffe and Lockwood. Various plaques from Emmanuel Church, Lockwood. The chapel screen is from St Matthew’s Church Primrose Hill. Chancel: Font made by the Art department of Huddersfi eldTechnical college. Plaques in memory of the fi rst two Incumbents of St Stephen’s. East window – The Raising of Jairus’ daiughter. Carved altar and rerodos picturing The Transfi guration.

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43 St Thomas’ Church Batley, Grosvenor Road, Batley, WF17 0LX Rev Paul Crabb, Vicar 01924 461917 [email protected]

Gothic Revival church in the Early English style built 1867-8, architect Walter Hanstock re-ordered providing disabled access and space for worship and community events. 5 bay nave with lean-to buttressed aisles, 3 bay chancel with vestry wing on north side and 3 tier tower in the south west corner, with slender stone spire. Hammer beam roof and octagonal marble font. A particular feature is the stained glass, especially the east window, best viewed on a sunny morning. The St Luke’s Chapel retains furniture and glass from the former church at Soothill. Tea-room for refreshments. Quiet room for prayer and reﬂ ection.

44 St. Thomas’ Church, Manchester Road, Huddersfi eld HD1 3HU Father Leslie Pinfi eld 01484 428253 [email protected] Grade II* listed Church by eminent Victorian architect Sir George Gilbert Scott which celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2009. Built by the Starkey family who had a large mill opposite the church (now demolished). Fine church built in the early 13th century Gothic revival style, with beautiful stained glass and spectacular spire. Interior re-ordered in 1990. Also in the church an exhibition of art and clocks by former Churchwarden and past President of Huddersfi eld Art Society Leonard Rangely. St Philips Community Centre, Briarlyn Rd, HD3 3NP 45 The Parish Church of St. Philip the Apostle, Halifax Road, Birchencliffe, Huddersfi eld, HD3 3BE Rev’d Mary Railton-Crowder, Vicar 01484 546966 [email protected] The Parish Church of St Philip the Apostle stands on the busy Halifax Road (A629) just minutes from Junction 24 of the M62. Once you enter our gates you can forget the traffi c and enjoy the peace and tranquility of our well cared for churchyard with its lovely views across the Grimscar Valley. St Philips, a Church of England church, is a Grade 2 listed building with beautiful stained glass windows and a Victorian ‘Four Seasons’ pulpit.

46 Vajrapani Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Wheathouse Terrace, Birkby, Huddersﬁ eld, HD2 2UY Kelsang Pagmo 01484 469652 [email protected]

Vajrapani Kadampa is a residential Buddhist Centre in Huddersfi eld where lay and ordained practitioners try to put Buddha’s advice into practice, to solve daily problems and to fulfi l temporary and ultimate wishes. The Centre is open to the community of Kirklees (Buddhist and non-Buddhist) for teachings, private contemplation and study. There are daily, bi-weekly and monthly pujas (a puja is a chanted meditation that purifi es our mind and fulfi ls our wishes), as well as the most advanced practices of Sutra and Tantra. The Centre offers three teaching programmes, including the General Programme, the Foundation Programme and a Teacher Training Programme.

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47 Whitechapel Church, Whitechapel Road, Cleckheaton, BD19 6HR Thomas Pinder, Churchwarden 01274 283150 07980 011163 info@ye-olde-white-chapel-in-the- north.co.uk Whitechapel church has been a site of worship since the 12th Century. The present grade 2 listed building dates from 1821. We still use a baptismal font which dates back to about 1120. We have connections with the Bronte family and a there is a Bronte family member interred in the churchyard. We have a comprehensive list of grave inscriptions to interest genealogists. Come and try your skill ringing our peal of 8 bells which can be rung by one person, thanks to the Ellacombe system. We have several beautiful stained glass windows each one with it’s own story.

Ample Free on Street 48 Meltham Baptist Church, Mean Lane, Meltham, Holmfi rth, HD9 5QS Rev R E Crawshaw, Minister 01484 859964 [email protected] Meltham Baptist Church was founded in 1813. During the nineteenth century several important developments took place regarding the building, including the construction of a large two storey chapel. Due to serious fabric problems the chapel was demolished in the late 1960’s. The present building, erected in 1910, was originally designed to be the Sunday school. In the last 50 years the building has been renovated and refurbished to provide a pleasant worship area and several adjacent rooms. At the rear of the building there is a number of other rooms, which comprised part of the fi rst chapel, built in 1816. 49 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 12 Halifax Road, Birchencliffe Huddersfi eld, HD3 3BS Mrs Lisa Taylor 01484 316319 [email protected] Our church building has been built since 1996 and replaces the original building built by its members in the early 1960’s, which was destroyed by fi re. The church is a place of Sunday worship but is also used by its members during the week for meetings and activities. It hosts a large recreation hall and several classrooms, but is probably better known for its family history library which has its own extensive records with access to millions more. Inside the Hindu Temple Inside the Hindu The East window of St Philip’s, Birchencliffe of St Philip’s, The East window

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