Experience a breathtaking visit to The Piece Hall
Enjoy a magical day or night out at the Grade 1 listed Piece Hall where stunning 18th-century architecture meets a vibrant and dynamic, modern cultural scene.
The world’s only surviving Georgian cloth hall is now a premier visitor destination and venue combining the very best art and heritage, independent retail and seasonal markets, plus world class music and community events.
The Piece Hall opened on January 1st ,1779, and originally operated for just two hours each Saturday for the trading of “pieces” of hand-woven woollen fabric.
Carefully and sympathetically transformed for modern use while preserving its unique architectural integrity it reopened in 2017 and since then has welcomed 20 million visitors through its historic gates. Its breath-taking must-see 66,000sq ft open air courtyard is reminiscent of the great piazzas of Italy, Spain or Austria.
The balconies and colonnade edged walkways are filled with around 40 unique shops housed in what were once 315 tiny trader’s units. The stores are packed with artisan goods, gifts, clothing, jewellery and antiques, making it a paradise for boutique shopping. There are also cafes, bars and restaurants and even an escape room.
A heritage tour, delivered by passionate expert volunteer guides, is a must for history buffs who can learn all the secrets of this unique building. In the Visitor Centre is a display called The Piece Hall Story revealing the importance of this iconic building at the heart of the woollen trade, The Map Room shows where in the world this top-quality Halifax cloth ended up, and a single Trader’s Room has been preserved in its original form with a display recreating the sights and sounds of a busy 18th century trading day.
Its flagship Live at The Piece Hall summer gig season is back in 2026 with its biggest programme to date. More than 40 global stars, including Billy Ocean, Amy Mcdonald, McFly, Tom Jones, James Taylor, Garbage and Skunk Anansie, will take to the specially built bespoke stage between June and August.
From magical summer nights of music to feel good festivities at the much-loved Christmas markets, night and day, all year round there’s so much to enjoy at The Piece Hall.
Head to the website for all upcoming events and activities.
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