We want the best for Huddersfield while protecting and celebrating its heritage
Welcome
Huddersfield Civic Society has a great pride in the town and we do all we can to promote it as a great place to live, work and play.
We liaise closely with Kirklees Council on any major developments, comment on planning applications and are not afraid to be critical or highlight problems when we feel it’s needed.
We care passionately about this town and its people and will do all we can to protect its buildings, culture and heritage while realising that life moves on and things change.
Huddersfield people look back and regret town planning decisions in the past. We are here to scrutinise every proposal to ensure that any changes must now enhance what we already have.
So, if you care as much as we do why not join us as a member.
News
The latest on civic issues affecting you and your community
What’s On
Have a look at some great events lined up for you.
Photo Gallery
Great photos of Huddersfield. Send us yours to add to our gallery.
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Former Oakes Junior School now one of the most endangered buildings in the UK
A grade II listed former Huddersfield school is in The Victorian Society’s Top 10 Endangered Buildings List 2026 thanks to Huddersfield Civic Society member Geoff Hughes. The derelict building on Wellington Street has long been of concern to HCS and was nominated by Geoff in his role as a member of the committee of the…
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Great series of guided walks so you can explore Huddersfield this summer
People have the chance to explore Huddersfield through a series of guided walks this summer. The walks, organised by the Discover Huddersfield partnership, are all led by experts and give people the chance to explore the town’s heritage and culture. More volunteers stepped forward to help following a recent appeal on Huddersfield Hub for extra…
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Fantastic line-up of landmark buildings and free events across Kirklees at the 2025 Heritage Open Days
People will have the opportunity to explore more than 100 buildings for free during this September’s Heritage Open Days which is supported by Huddersfield Civic Society. The ever popular event runs from Friday, September 12 to Sunday, September 21 and this year’s national theme is architecture. At the modern end of the spectrum are the…
