Discover Halifax's Hidden History

Your community-driven journey through Halifax's past — guided by Harry Facks

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Here you can find out what events are happening in and around town. Plus, let me know of any events you would like adding.

Welcome to Our Historical Journey Through Halifax!

Harry Facks adjusts his Victorian cravat and warmly greets you

For years, this website has been a labour of love — a growing community of people who share a passion for Halifax's rich heritage. Whether you're exploring hidden histories, vanished buildings, underground passages, or forgotten families, there's a corner here for you.

Every stone in our streets holds a story. Your contributions make this website special. Together, we're building a living archive of Halifax's soul.

"Every corner of Halifax holds a story waiting to be discovered."

Harry's Index of Pages

Read all about Harry Facks Your Victorian Guide to all of Halifax's History Tours

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Explore your village's history — amenities, historic photos, events and local stories. These pages are always growing, and you can help! Share a memory, a photo, or a story at info@halifaxpeople.com

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Halifax Blogs

Covering all of Halifax and surrounding areas

The following Blogs are a collection of various local subjects specially designed for your pleasure and entertainment. 

• Halifax Memories - individual historic subjects relating to past Halifax
• Pubs - Past and Present - Focus on local pubs
• Village Scene - Each town and village has it's very own blog
• Halifax People - Popular names from Halifax's history
• Halifax Places - The history of places and buildings in Halifax
• Local Sport - Stories and history of all local sport
• Trend of Things - Old Courier articles with a modern update
• Today - Anything relevant to today's Halifax
• Halifax Experiences - More focus pages on popular subjects

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