Ovenden is a Town in the county of West Yorkshire.
Ovenden is a suburb located to the northwest of Halifax, West Yorkshire, England. Nestled amidst the picturesque Pennine hills, this area has a history that traces back to ancient times, with evidence of Bronze Age settlements having been found here.
Historically, like many parts of West Yorkshire, Ovenden played a role in the Industrial Revolution. It saw the establishment of various mills and factories, especially those related to the textile industry. This industrial past has left its mark on the landscape, with some old mill buildings being repurposed for modern uses, while others stand as testament to a bygone era. The presence of the Rochdale Canal, which passes close by, further emphasizes the area’s industrial heritage.
In the modern day, Ovenden has evolved to become a residential suburb, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of Halifax’s town centre. The area is surrounded by green spaces and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside. Ovenden Park is one such green space, providing residents with a place to relax, play, and enjoy outdoor activities. The community spirit in Ovenden remains strong, with local groups and events bringing residents together throughout the year. Additionally, Ovenden’s proximity to Halifax means that residents have easy access to the amenities and services of a larger town while enjoying the tranquillity of a suburban setting.
Ovenden postcode: HX3 5SP
There are great places to visit near Ovenden including some great cities, towns, lakes, villages, boroughs, woodlands, parks, historic buildings, country parks, historic monuments, hiking areas, hills, geological features, ancient sites, nature reserves, shopping centres, airports, bluebell woods, ruins, rivers and streams, museums, castles, waterfalls and gardens.
There are a several good cities in the Ovenden area like Bradford, Leeds, and Wakefield.
Ovenden has some unmissable towns nearby like Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, Todmorden, Huddersfield, Hebden Bridge, Dewsbury, and Keighley.
Ovenden's best nearby lakes can be found at Light Hazzles Reservoir, Warland Reservoir, Gaddings Dam, White Holme Reservoir, Scammonden Water, Lower Laithe Reservoir, and Ponden Reservoir.
Heptonstall, West Bretton, Wyke, Haworth, Oxenhope, Thornton, and Manningham are great places to visit near Ovenden if you like villages.
Don't miss Kirklees's boroughs if visiting the area around Ovenden.
Ovenden has some unmissable woodlands nearby like Judy Woods, Middleton Park, Hardcastle Crags, Chevin Forest Park, and Calverley Wood.
The area around Ovenden boasts some of the best parks including Lister Park, Peel Park, Shibden Park, Roundhay Park, Middleton Park, Park Square, and Nostell.
Historic Buildings to visit near Ovenden include Hewenden Viaduct, Halifax Town Hall, North Bridge - Halifax, Halifax Minister, Wainhouse Tower, Shibden Park, and Huddersfield Rugby Union Football Club.
The area around Ovenden features a number of interesting country parks including Ogden Water Country Park, Shibden Country Park, Golden Acre Park, Bretton Country Park, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Newmillerdam Country Park, and Pugneys Country Park.
There are a several good historic monuments in the Ovenden area like Wainhouse Tower, Centre Hill Beacon Site, The Salt and Pepper Pots, Lund's Tower, and Wainman's Pinnacle.
There are a several good hiking areas in the Ovenden area like Colden, The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor, The Chevin, Hardcastle Crags, Withens Clough, Penistone Hill Country Park, and The Salt and Pepper Pots.
Ovenden's best nearby hills can be found at Centre Hill, Stoodley Pike, The Chevin, and The Salt and Pepper Pots.
The area close to Ovenden boasts some of the best geological features including The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor.
The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor, Two Lads (Withens Moor), Stones Lane Standing Stones, and Centre Hill Beacon Site are some of Ovenden best ancient sites to visit near Ovenden.
Don't miss Rodley Nature Reserve, RSPB St Aidan's, RSPB Fairburn Ings, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park's nature reserves if visiting the area around Ovenden.
The area around Ovenden features a number of interesting shopping centres including Trinity Leeds, White Rose Shopping Centre, The Merrion Centre, County Arcade, and Leeds Kirkgate Market.
The area close to Ovenden boasts some of the best airports including Leeds Bradford Airport.
There are a number of bluebell woods near to Ovenden including Middleton Park.
Ovenden has some unmissable ruins nearby like Kirkstall Abbey, and Sandal Castle.
There are a several good rivers and streams in the Ovenden area like River Dearne at Bretton, Hebden Beck, and Hebden Water.
Yorkshire Sculpture Park, and Cartwright Hall are some of Ovenden best museums to visit near Ovenden.
There are a several good castles in the area around Ovenden like Sandal Castle.
Waterfalls to visit near Ovenden include Greenwood Lee Clough Waterfall, and Lumb Falls.
Cartwright Hall Gardens is a great place to visit close to Ovenden if you like gardens.
Ovenden History
There are some historic monuments around Ovenden:
