Huddersfield train station is set to close for an entire month this summer, impacting journeys between Manchester and Leeds as well as the neighbouring towns and cities.
The key station on the Transpennine Route is shutting to all trains from Saturday 30 August until Sunday 28 September as part of the once-in-a-generation Transpennine Route Upgrade.
It's being described as a 'significant closure' with diversions, rail replacement buses and more planned in to keep the region moving.
Services between Leeds and Manchester (and beyond) will operate via the Calder Valley line, passing stations including Castleton, Sowerby Bridge, and Bradford Interchange.
An email from Northern today warned 'Your journey may take longer than usual'.
Other stations in West Yorkshire will be subjected to a month of rail replacement bus routes instead, including Stalybridge to Huddersfield, Slaithwaite, Greenfield and Mirfield.
There will be no trains at all at Huddersfield Station throughout the closure period.
A summary of changes to Northern services is below:
Huddersfield to Brighouse: There will be rail replacement buses every 15 minutes.
Huddersfield to Bradford Interchange (local stopping): These trains will not run. Rail replacement buses will run between Huddersfield and Brighouse every 15 minutes to connect with trains, including to Bradford Interchange.
Huddersfield to Leeds (local stopping): These trains will not run from Huddersfield. Rail replacement buses will run between Huddersfield and Brighouse every 15 minutes to connect with trains.
During the closure an additional Monday to Saturday service will run from Leeds to Bradford Interchange calling at Cottingley, Morley, Batley, Dewsbury, Ravensthorpe, Mirfield, Brighouse, Halifax and Low Moor. On Sundays they run from Leeds to Halifax only, along the same route.
Huddersfield to Sheffield: There are some part-closures on this route, with different timings.
30 August to 7 September, and on 27 and 28 September: Trains will operate between Penistone and Sheffield only. A replacement bus will run between Huddersfield and Penistone, calling at all stations, to connect with train services to Sheffield. Additionally, a replacement bus will operate non-stop between Huddersfield and Barnsley.
8 to 26 September: Trains will operate between Berry Brow and Sheffield only and departure times will change. A replacement bus will run between Huddersfield and Berry Brow, calling at Lockwood, to connect with train services to Sheffield.
It's all part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade, which aims to deliver better train travel across the North, especially between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds and York.
The work that's resulting in the closure of Huddersfield train station includes reconstructing and extending platforms, strengthening the Huddersfield viaduct, and upgrading the track and signalling.
This will support greener, more frequent, and more reliable journeys.
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Silver's Deli is opening up a sister shop, and this time it's about everything baked.
We all know and love Silver's Deli for their stacked subs and breakfast sandwiches that could cure any hangover no matter how severe.
They're so good, that they even bagged the coveted Uber Eats Restaurant of the Year Award last year.
And rightly so, because Silver's is absolutely class.
And it seems there's just no stopping Silver's, as they've just announced that they'll be opening a sister shop named Silver's Bakehouse serving up everything, yep you guessed it, baked.
It'll also be in Farsley where the original Silver's is, and they're labelling the new venture as 'your neighbourhood bake shop'.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Silver's Deli said: "Well it’s happening. I said no more shops, but it’s kinda necessary, and I just love all things baked.
"There’s waaaaaaaaay too many details to share on this right now, but go give our sister shop @silvers_bakehouse a new follow and hold on tight. This is gonna be fun as fuck."
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Customers can expect a wider range of Silver's goodies that they're unable to whip up in the current space. From soft amaretti biscuits and their famous cookies to sausage rolls and brownies that the team have been working on for 12 months.
We're in no doubt that this venture is going to be absolutely brilliant, and you best believe we'll be first in line to try one of those brownies.
Silver's Bakehouse will be located on Town Street in Farsley and is expected to open this May.
Behind the doors of a former church that has been renovated into a beautiful home in North Yorkshire
Clementine Hall
Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Fell View Chapel dates all the way back to 1846.
Ever wanted to live in an abandoned church? Well, now's your chance.
This former Methodist Church dates all the way back to 1846 and has all the original features to match.
If you can look past the possible ghosts that may be lurking, this one-of-a-kind property can be yours for just £450,000.
Image: Rightmove via Harvey Brooks
Step through the original church door and you'll be met by a striking open-plan living space with a fully functioning log burner to keep you warm through the winter months, complete with a beautiful contemporary kitchen which has been renovated to the highest spec.
The floating first floor features a glass landing that overlooks the ground floor below, and of course there's stunning stained glass windows throughout the property.
Image: Rightmove via Harvey Brooks
This architectural conversion has taken five years to complete and there's been no expense spared, the pulpit and pews have even been kept to really keep that churchy vibe.
Here's what the listing says: "Welcome to The Old Methodist Church, originally built in 1846 and beautifully transformed over the past five years into a truly exceptional home.
"This remarkable conversion seamlessly blends contemporary living with the building’s historic charm, creating a residence that is both striking and deeply characterful.
Image: Rightmove via Harvey Brooks
"Every detail has been tastefully and skilfully executed, carefully preserving original features while introducing modern design and comfort. The stained glass windows, original pulpit and pews remain as stunning focal points — a real marvel and a tribute to the building’s heritage."
Daisy Jackson -
7th August 2025 
