Huddersfield has always been a market town. Markets are such a fundamental part of our history, and that’s something we are committed to preserving through the Huddersfield Blueprint.
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Huddersfield has been a market town since Anglo-Saxon times, and the beautiful market building has stood on Brook Street, since the late 1800s, initially used as a wholesale market.
While Saturdays remain a highlight for Huddersfield Market, the historic building also has an important role to play throughout the week. The proposed improvements focus on helping the market become a more consistently popular and welcoming destination as part of the wider Huddersfield Blueprint.
The ‘Station Gateway’ regeneration scheme aims to transform the area surrounding Huddersfield Train Station into a dynamic and inclusive transport hub that enhances connectivity, drives economic growth, and inspires future regeneration.
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Three years ago, traders at Queensgate Market prepared for one of the biggest changes in Huddersfield’s history. The closure of the market was a major moment for the town, for customers, and especially for the small businesses who had made it their home for many years.
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Small Business Saturday is a chance to celebrate the independent shops, makers, cafés, service providers and start-ups that play such an important role in our local communities.
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Funding has been approved to drive innovation and support businesses in the health, wellbeing, and digital sectors.
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The future of selected land and property assets within the council’s estate has been agreed following a Cabinet meeting.
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We have approved revised plans for the historic George Hotel, that will preserve the building’s character and boost its earning potential.
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