Browse the shops of the iconic Piece Hall, or wander through the newly developed Westgate Arcade, sample high street shopping at the Woolshops or visit Harveys, one of the oldest independent department stores, Halifax Town Centre offers a variety of appeal. Hebden Bridge was ranked one of the "the best range of locally owned shops in the UK" by the New Economics Foundation, and in 2007 was awarded the Gold Standard (environment award) by the British Council of Shopping Centres in recognition of the high quality improvements made to the street scene.  Enjoy the traffic free streets and browse shops by the river and canal - you're sure to find something to suit your tastes.

New life for historic buildings gives a different slant on shopping. Visit the first ever co-operative in Todmorden, Hebden Bridge Mill or Brooks Mill at Elland for mill shop bargains. At nearby West Vale, Andy Thornton's Architectural Antiques packs furniture, lighting, decorative wood, fireplaces and many architectural antiques into 60,000 square feet at Victoria Mill.  Just amazing. Interspersed in all the towns, cafe's offer the chance to take the weight off your feet with a soothing drink and a bite to eat.

Calderdale is renowned for its vibrant and colourful markets which are a cornerstone of shopping across the district.   From the Victorian splendour of Halifax Borough Market to the solar panels of Sowerby Bridge, markets reflect both the traditional and the modern.

Halifax Borough Market, with its Victorian facade and lofty octagon was named best market hall in England 2008, whilst Sowerby Bridge Market stands at the heart of the town and is currently the most  sustainable market in Yorkshire. Visit Todmorden indoor and outdoor market. The indoor market is a fine example of a traditional stone and cast iron market hall and popular with group visits, or sample the delights of Hebden Bridge, Elland or Brighouse markets. All the markets bring together quality produce, meat, bread, cheeses, with hardware, cloths, flowers and much more, complementing our many food shops and cafe's. The indoor markets are open daily, excluding Sundays, whilst the outdoor markets run on various days, interspered with flea markets and other specialist markets, including those held at the Halifax Piece Hall. Full details of opening times can be found under the markets section of the Calderdale Council website.

In calderdale you can shop Totally Locally, with a wide selection of outlets that will excite and inspire you. Todmorden and Hebden Bridge are official Fairtrade Towns with a focus on ethical and locally produced goods, whilst unexpected TV stars, the Hebden Bridge 'Bag Ladies' aim for a plastic carrier bag free zone.  Many shops sell organic and local produce, including The Bear Cafe in Todmorden which was organic before organic was trendy. Local cheese producers, Heaps Dairy, and Little Valley Brewery who produce local beer are two of the larger local producers in the area, whilst there are also a number of farm shops and organic sellers across the district from where you can purchase locally produced wares.