Colden is a Village in the county of West Yorkshire.
Colden, nestled near the historic village of Heptonstall in West Yorkshire, England, is a picturesque hamlet that epitomises the tranquil beauty of the Calder Valley. This small, rural settlement, surrounded by rolling hills and verdant fields, is steeped in a rich tapestry of history and natural charm. Its proximity to the Pennine Way adds to its appeal as a destination for walkers and nature enthusiasts.
The area around Colden is known for its scenic landscapes, characterized by rugged moorland, dense woodlands, and traditional dry stone walls that crisscross the countryside. Historically, Colden played a modest role in the Industrial Revolution, with evidence of small-scale textile production in the form of old mills dotted along the valley. Today, Colden is celebrated for its peaceful ambiance, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its close-knit community and traditional Yorkshire character make it a hidden gem within the Calderdale region.
Colden postcode: HX7 7
There are great places to visit near Colden including some great cities, villages, woodlands, parks, historic buildings, museums, gardens, country parks, hiking areas, towns, lakes, historic monuments, hills, ancient sites, nature reserves, shopping centres, airports, bluebell woods, ruins, rivers and streams, castles, waterfalls and boroughs.
Colden's best nearby cities can be found at Bradford, Leeds, and Wakefield.
Wyke, Haworth, Oxenhope, Thornton, Manningham, Saltaire, and Ripponden are some of Colden best villages to visit near Colden.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting woodlands including Judy Woods, Chevin Forest Park, Middleton Park, and Hardcastle Crags.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting parks including Lister Park, Cartwright Hall Gardens, Peel Park, Shibden Park, Roundhay Park, Middleton Park, and Park Square.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting historic buildings including Cartwright Hall, Hewenden Viaduct, Halifax Town Hall, North Bridge - Halifax, Halifax Minister, Wainhouse Tower, and Shibden Park.
Colden's best nearby museums can be found at Cartwright Hall, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
Colden is near some unmissable gardens like Cartwright Hall Gardens,
There are a several good country parks in the Colden area like Penistone Hill Country Park, Ogden Water Country Park, Shibden Country Park, Chevin Forest Park, Golden Acre Park, Bretton Country Park, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting hiking areas including Penistone Hill Country Park, Colden, The Chevin, Hardcastle Crags, and Withens Clough.
There are a several good towns in the Colden area like Ilkley, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, Todmorden, Huddersfield, Bradley, and Otley.
There are a several good lakes in the Colden area like Boothwood Reservoir, Ogden Water Country Park, Ogden Water, Shibden Park, Light Hazzles Reservoir, Warland Reservoir, and Gaddings Dam.
The area around Colden boasts some of the best historic monuments including Wainhouse Tower, and Centre Hill Beacon Site.
Colden's best nearby hills can be found at Centre Hill, Stoodley Pike, and The Chevin.
Stones Lane Standing Stones, and Centre Hill Beacon Site are great places to visit near Colden if you like ancient sites.
Colden has some unmissable nature reserves nearby like Rodley Nature Reserve, RSPB St Aidan's, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
Trinity Leeds, White Rose Shopping Centre, The Merrion Centre, County Arcade, and Leeds Kirkgate Market are great places to visit near Colden if you like shopping centres.
Colden is near some unmissable airports like Leeds Bradford Airport,
The area around Colden's best bluebell woods can be found at Middleton Park.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting ruins including Kirkstall Abbey, and Sandal Castle.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting rivers and streams including River Dearne at Bretton, Hebden Water, and Hebden Beck.
The area close to Colden boasts some of the best castles including Sandal Castle.
There are a number of waterfalls near to Colden including Greenwood Lee Clough Waterfall.
Kirklees is one of Colden's best, nearby boroughs to visit in Colden.
Colden History
There are some historic monuments around Colden:
