The Piece Hall
📍 Blackledge, Halifax, HX1 1RE
About The Piece Hall
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In 2017 one of the most extraordinary buildings in Britain reopened after a multi million pound restoration. The Piece Hall in Halifax is a unique Grade I listed building dating back to 1779, originally built to support the trading of ‘pieces’ of cloth. Now transformed into a 21st Century town square, The Piece Hall is a place for everyone to enjoy. The princely architectural gem in the heart of the town is a magnetic destination: a place where people meet and cross paths for work, pleasure, business, leisure, arts and entertainment. The immense, open air square is enclosed by a mix of independent bars, restaurants, shops and cafes. The stories of Georgian Halifax are told in specially created heritage spaces and there is an art gallery hosting visual art exhibitions. The stunning Georgian Hall is home to one of Europe’s great public squares, whilst a year round events programme attracts visitors from far and wide for events that can welcome up to 7,500 people. There is nowhere like it in the world. The monumental Grade I listed structure is the only surviving intact cloth hall in the UK and an iconic symbol of the important role played by Georgian Halifax at the booming centre of the world’s woollen trade. Whilst Yorkshire’s international reputation as a compelling destination takes hold, The Piece Hall enters its most exciting chapter in decades.Facilities
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📍 Blackledge, Halifax, HX1 1RE
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Showing 5 of 13,181 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 6 February 2026.
Two gigs Simple Minds & Faithless. SM was in the lounge and Faithless on the balcony. The sound on the balcony section with the lounge, is at an angle that completely wipes out anything like reasonable sound. Don't go lounge if you wish for coherent sound from your band. Faithless was completely different. The balcony is directly opposite the stage and the sound was actually very good. Staff at the gig were very good bar the odd 'I don't want to be here' which you get everywhere. Elsewhere they were friendly and pleased to help you. 3 stars for the sound let down at SM, it really wasn't worth being there. However, balcony or downstairs, all fine. Traffic sport links, very, very easy - train station 200 yards away or very easy to park a d very easy to get away too. I am sure I'll be back.
First time,visiting. And you can see why it's used for a variety of reasons. From concerts to Christmas fairs. Great selection of shops and artisan pizzas and other things. Well worth a visit
A great visit for the Christmas market. Parking close by, only a few minutes walk away. The market itself was great , but was also great visiting all the shops of The Piece Hall. We enjoyed some food and drinks in the cafes, restaurants and bars too. Some of the shops were busy but could still see everything, just needed a bit of patience.
A concert.. Apollo Junction, Cast and Doves. Fabulous concert. Apollo Junction were very good. Cast were my standout. Doves sound odd without their normal lead singer, not helped by the mix that seemed to hide their vocals behind the music. The highlight being surrounded by my contempories dancing like it's 1995 ... Only slower. Not forgetting that the lead singer of Apollo Junction brushed past me while I wasn't looking, to stand next to me and sing on the steps. I didn't even take a picture it was that surreal.
The best music space I have been too! Beautiful building. Bar is ran really well with a efficient queing system. Price of drinks are reasonable and food provided is accessible and high quality. Really helpful and friendly staff. Will look forward to my next visit