The Huddersfield & District Family History Society, caters
particularly for those researching, and with interests in the metropolitan
district of Kirklees. The area comprises of Batley, Colne Valley, Denby Dale,
Dewsbury, Huddersfield, Holme Valley, Kirkburton, Meltham, Mirfield and Spen
Valley; covering an area of 160 square miles, with a population of over 388,000
( 2001 census). Within its boundaries lie the 11 ancient parishes of
Almondbury,
Batley,
Birstall,
Dewsbury,
Emley,
Hartshead,
Huddersfield,
Kirkburton,
Kirkheaton,
Mirfield, and
Thornhill.
To see a breakdown of the area and find
details of the villages and townships, click on the map below.
Page last updated
14th March 2011.
Copyright Huddersfield and District Family History Society, Registered Charity Number 702199
Root Cellar, 35 Greens End Road, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 5NW
Telephone: +44 (0) 1484 859 229
