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