Shibden Estate is one of West Yorkshire’s most important heritage sites. It is a jewel in the crown of Calderdale’s cultural resources.
Explore Shibden’s beautifully restored grounds. These were commissioned by Anne Lister and influenced by the picturesque landscape movement of the early 19th century.
The “Paisley Shawl” inspired Victorian bedding designs of Joshua Major. These are laid out on the Hall’s front lawn. They are a feast of colour as the spring and summer bedding erupts.
Experience the tranquillity of the Wilderness Garden, the cascade and pools. Explore the restored and re-opened tunnels within the terrace walls. These lead through to Cunnery Wood, the site of the old kitchen garden.
Visit the fruit garden with its collection of heritage fruit trees. These were recently planted to reflect the varieties that were grown at Shibden over 200 years ago.
The Mere, designed to resemble a large river flowing through the Shibden valley. This is home to rowing boats, an island and a population of birds that make their home at Shibden.
