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, geological features, nature reserves, shopping centres, airports, bluebell woods, ruins, rivers and streams, castles, waterfalls and boroughs.
Cities to visit near Colden include Bradford, Leeds, and Wakefield.
Villages to visit near Colden include Wyke, Haworth, Oxenhope, Thornton, Manningham, Saltaire, and Ripponden.
Judy Woods, Chevin Forest Park, Calverley Wood, Middleton Park, and Hardcastle Crags are some of Colden best woodlands to visit near Colden.
Lister Park, Cartwright Hall Gardens, Peel Park, Shibden Park, Roundhay Park, Middleton Park, and Park Square are some of Colden best parks to visit near Colden.
Colden has some unmissable historic buildings nearby like Cartwright Hall, Ilkley Manor House, Hewenden Viaduct, Halifax Town Hall, North Bridge - Halifax, Halifax Minister, and Wainhouse Tower.
Cartwright Hall, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park are great places to visit near Colden if you like museums.
Gardens to visit near Colden include Cartwright Hall Gardens.
Colden has some unmissable country parks nearby 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.
Don't miss Penistone Hill Country Park, Colden, The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor, The Chevin, Hardcastle Crags, and Withens Clough's hiking areas if visiting the area around Colden.
Colden's best nearby towns can be found at Ilkley, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, Todmorden, Huddersfield, Bradley, and Otley.
The area around Colden features a number of interesting lakes including Chellow Dean Reservoirs, Boothwood Reservoir, Ogden Water Country Park, Ogden Water, Shibden Park, Light Hazzles Reservoir, and Warland Reservoir.
Historic Monuments to visit near Colden include Wainhouse Tower, and Centre Hill Beacon Site.
Centre Hill, Stoodley Pike, and The Chevin are some of Colden best hills to visit near Colden.
Stones Lane Standing Stones, Centre Hill Beacon Site, and The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor are great places to visit near Colden if you like ancient sites.
Places near Colden feature a number of interesting geological features including The Bridestones on Bridestones Moor.
There are a number of nature reserves near Colden including Rodley Nature Reserve, RSPB St Aidan's, RSPB Fairburn Ings, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
Don't miss Trinity Leeds, White Rose Shopping Centre, The Merrion Centre, County Arcade, and Leeds Kirkgate Market's shopping centres if visiting the area around Colden.
Don't miss Leeds Bradford Airport's airports if visiting the area around Colden.
There are a several good bluebell woods in the area around Colden like Middleton Park.
Kirkstall Abbey, and Sandal Castle are some of Colden best ruins to visit near Colden.
Colden's best nearby rivers and streams can be found at River Dearne at Bretton, Hebden Water, and Hebden Beck.
There are a several good castles in the area around Colden like Sandal Castle.
Waterfalls to visit near Colden include Greenwood Lee Clough Waterfall, and Lumb Falls.
The area close to Colden boasts some of the best boroughs including Kirklees.
Colden History
There are some historic monuments around Colden:
