Historic Holmfield: The Story of a Halifax Village
Holmfield is more than just a suburb on the northern edge of Halifax—it’s a community with roots that stretch deep into Yorkshire’s industrial and social history. From its early days as a quiet rural hamlet to its transformation during the Victorian boom, Holmfield has seen mills rise, railways arrive, and generations of Halifax folk shape its streets and stories.
This page brings together verified records, rare images, and local tales to uncover the hidden history and unique character of Holmfield.
Halifax Autocars
Not sure this belongs here. Can anyone confirm if this is Beechwood Road?
Beechwood Avenue
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Holmfield Camp can be seen at the top of this picture, Shay Lane runs along the bottom of picture from 1967
Holmfield Army Camp
Holmfield Camp up Heathy Lane
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Just above the entrance to the old army camp
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Netherton Mill, bottom of Windy Bank
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Holdsworth House
The Beatles once stayed here
Holdsworth Farm
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Great Scausby Farm, off Riley Lane
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