Holdsworth House Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

16/10/2026

Another magnificent celebration at Holdsworth House. Thanks to Scott van der Zanden Photography for photos

15/10/2026

New for 2026 Christmas workshops at Holdsworth House. Wednesday 9th December 2026, our Festive Garland Workshop includes professional florist tuition, mulled w**e & nibbles for £70 per person. Uprade to full afternoon tea for £25. Book on 01422 240024 or on our website: https://holdsworthhouse.wearegifted.co.uk/christmas-garland-workshop-wednesday-9th-december

14/10/2026

Expectations are there to be exceeded, however high the bar. In this computer-driven world, we get lots of people who take the time to write and say how our team made their visit so special. It is these quiet words, written in moments of joyful reflection that remind us that great hospitality is all about people and core memories.

13/10/2026

** UPDATE - SORRY FINAL RESTAURANT TABLE NOW SOLD. ONLY TWO PRIVATE DINING ROOMS REMAINING **

ACT FAST Christmas Day in the restaurant was previously sold out. Now we have a rare opportunity for four guests to dine with us. Book the table by calling 01422 240024 and securing it with the 50% deposit. Full menu on our website https://www.holdsworthhouse.co.uk/christmas-2026/dining/

11/10/2026

10/10/2026

Below is the poem about Elizabeth Wadsworth written after her death by Simeon Hirst. Old fashioned (and not quite Keats), but interesting!

Miss Elizabeth Wadsworth (1760–1837) was a wealthy, unmarried philanthropist and the last of the Wadsworth family to live at Holdsworth House. She was a contemporary of the (Anne) Lister family of Shibden Hall and is best remembered for funding the Popples school for poor local children (the beginnings of Bradshaw Primary) and for diaries that record life at Holdsworth House in the 1820s, which are on loan at Halifax Central Library.

Simeon Hirst (born around 1781) was a 19th Century cloth weaver and folk poet from Ovenden in Halifax, historically known as the "Ovenden Bard."

Thanks to Halifax historian David Glover for finding this gem!

09/10/2026

Your 2027 wedding starts here, with up to £1000 credit on our Signature Package. Spend it on inviting extra guests, a drinks/canapés/evening food upgrade, spa treatments or a pre-wedding dinner.

PLUS get a free Ch*****ne Afternoon Tea for 6 when you pay your deposit.

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Terms apply, see our website for details or call 01422 240024

08/10/2026

**UPDATE** New Christmas Day availability.
The restaurant is fully booked on Christmas Day, but two first-floor private dining rooms have become free for parties of 10 to 18 guests.

Christmas Day Lunch: £154.50 per adult, £89.50 child. Served 12 - 2.00 PM
Private room hire: £300

MENU
Canapés and Ch*****ne on arrival
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Starters: White onion soup; Torched cured sea trout; Pressed duck leg terrine; Beetroot salad
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Sorbet: Spiced orange sorbet
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Mains: Traditional roast Yorkshire turkey; Roast turbot; Salt-aged Yorkshire fillet of beef; Mushroom feuilleté (VE)
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Desserts: Christmas spiced sponge; Foraged-blackberry parfait; Holdsworth House cheese selection; Chocolate délice
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To Finish: Freshly brewed coffee, petit fours and mince pies

Call 01422 240024 to book. Room hire and 50% per person deposit confirms your booking.

06/10/2026

New wedding offers just dropped. Why wait to get married? Availability for appointments to visit and look round and/or discuss packages shown below.
Book appointments at: https://www.holdsworthhouse.co.uk/wedding-show-round/

Valid for new bookings only.

30/09/2026

We're delighted to share that Holdsworth House has been named a finalist for Best Yorkshire Dining Experience in the Taste Awards 2026!

A huge thank you to our brilliant kitchen and restaurant teams, and to every guest who has dined with us. Being recognised alongside some of the finest food in Yorkshire means a great deal to us.