Huddersfield’s Classical Architecture

In 1963 John Betjeman said of Huddersfield, ‘A sort of Athens on the steep slopes of the River Colne.' Had he had a drink too many or was there something about the town’s architecture that led to this remark?

To discover more, join David Wyles, author of ‘The Buildings of Huddersfield’ and find out why Betjeman’s allusion to Athens and the Classical world is echoed in some of the town’s most outstanding buildings.

The guided walk, which starts from the central library steps at 2.30pm on Sunday 11 August will expose the highlights of Huddersfield’s Classical architecture, from the influences of ancient Greece and Rome, to those buildings of the Italian Renaissance which themselves paid tribute to the ancient world.

The walk will last approximately 1.5 hours and cost £3.00 per person but no booking is required.

Further information about the programme of walks organised by Discover Huddersfield and a series of free trails, can be found at local information points and libraries or by visiting www.discoverhuddersfield.com.