New Go Local logo

After much deliberation…. We have finally chosen a new logo with the help and feedback from several of our readers. We do hope you like it, we’re going for a modern but friendly look! The layout and font style of our articles has also been updated to make it easier to read for those with…

Happy Valley Sowerby Bridge in the spotlight

Elland born Sally Wainwright’s latest offering to hit our screens has made a big impact to Tuesday night TV viewing. ‘Happy Valley’ is a gritty drama starring Sarah Lancashire and Siobhan Finneran amongst other high profile British actors. It was filmed in Sowerby Bridge and Ripponden amongst other locations and I am sure that just like…

Sowerby Bridge Fire & Water Project

Work has begun to renovate Sowerby Bridge’s old Swimming Pool & Fire Station. The disused swimming pool will be transformed into a 250-seat theatre. Clearance work has started on the future arts centre in the former fire station and swimming pool, which has been transferred to the community by the local council. The Fire and Water project aims to…

Le Tour Ripponden Legacy Project

Le Tour Ripponden are looking for public backing for a flat, traffic free cycle route that would link Ripponden and Sowerby Bridge. We have already held initial talks with Calderdale Council officers over the idea, which would provide a safe environment for cyclists, walkers and horse riders. Ms Corinne Kielty, Le Tour Ripponden spokesperson, said…