FIND SERVICED APARTMENTS IN Huddersfield

Huddersfield is the largest town in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, and amongst the largest towns in the country with an estimated population of two hundred and fifty thousand. For corporate coming to stay in Serviced apartments in Huddersfield, the M62 motorway runs north of the town and connects nearby to other major motorway routes, notably the M1 down to London. Huddersfield is also a commuter town, sitting only ten miles south of Bradford and halfway between Manchester and Leeds. The area does not lack in rural either, with Huddersfield being a popular residing location for travellers visiting the Peak District National Park or Marsden Moor Estate. Thanks to its desirable location and easy accessibility, it is no surprise Huddersfield was voted the third happiest place to live in the UK. As part of the burgeoning popularity of Yorkshire, Huddersfield – a once gritty northern town – is undergoing somewhat of a transformation. From an historic industrial textile centre to a charming visitor’s destination in the heart of the Pennines, Huddersfield’s a great base if you fancy exploring Yorkshire’s impressive moorland, including the well-trodden Pennine Way, or chugging along the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, a 20-mile stretch of restored waterway, in a traditionally colourful canal boat. Huddersfield is a one-hour train ride from Manchester Airport or 45 minutes’ drive from Leeds Bradford Airport. Trains make the three-hour journey south to London, while Huddersfield is easy to explore on foot.

Considered the birthplace of Rugby League, Huddersfield is a charismatic university town at the junction of the Colne and Holme rivers. Its home to one of Britain’s most famous canal tunnels and the remains of an Iron Age fort and offers easy access to the magnificent natural landscapes of the Marsden Moor Estate. Spend a day exploring the moorlands, crags and archaeological remains of the Marsden Moor Estate. Stop in at the National Trust Exhibition Room to learn about the history and wildlife of the estate and grab a self-guided walking leaflet to help you discover its pre-Roman ruins and birdlife, including golden plovers and red grouse. You’ll find much of Huddersfield’s hotels and guesthouses along the main roads from the M62 to the ring road around the town centre, especially the larger hotels and chains. For those wanting to be in the thick of it – or near the bus and train stations – look for Serviced apartments in Huddersfield inside the ring road, but bear in mind that parking can be trickier and you might find it a bit noisier, especially when the bars and pubs kick out on Friday and Saturday night. Outside of town, an array of country retreats will welcome you with snug rooms and breath-taking scenery. Want the best views of Huddersfield? Head up the slopes of Castle Hill, which is topped by the Victoria Jubilee Tower. Wander amidst the fort earthworks established during the Iron Age and peer into a water well, built as part of a middle Ages settlement. Witness Britain’s longest, deepest and highest canal tunnel at the Standedge Tunnel, which lies almost 200 metres beneath the Yorkshire Pennines. Learn about its history in the visitor’s centre in an old storage warehouse and grab a coffee at the Watersedge Cafe, housed within the former lock keeper’s cottage. Train enthusiasts can ride on the Kirklees Light Railway, which travels along the historic Penistone Line from Huddersfield to Sheffield. Steam locomotives haul the train through the picturesque foothills of the South Pennines and the Shelley Woodhouse Tunnel, as well as the ancient forests of the Blacker Wood.

The town of Huddersfield has numerous fantastic qualities. These include a great location as a commuter town, a promising economic and development strategy as well as an abundance of already existing attractive and historic attractions. Despite the ongoing ambitions from the local council to develop Huddersfield’s town centre, the people still take pride in the area’s rural attractions. Visitors to the town can venture from the comfort of their Huddersfield furnished short lets to explore some of the surrounding, beautiful countryside’s. Immensely popular is Castle Hill. The hill was developed as an Iron Age fort, surrounded by defensive ditches and ramparts before a castle was added throughout the middle Ages. The site is also home to Victoria Tower, mentioned previously, and a history which dates back over four thousand years. Castle Hill is understandably one of Huddersfield prized historic sites. All of this is accessible when staying at Serviced apartments in Huddersfield. There are plenty of accommodation choices in Huddersfield, from cheap and cheerful chain hotels to large country house hotels and small-scale guesthouses. Amenities vary greatly from place to place so it’s best to check before you book, though even small guesthouses tend to offer Wi-Fi as standard. If you need a cheap hotel you’re best to seek out a traditional inn – or pub with rooms – or find one of the larger well-known chains who always have availability.

A huge influx of tourists also stays in Huddersfield temporary housing because of their affiliation with the town’s football club. Since Huddersfield FC was promoted to the Premier League, the number of fans flocking to the John Smith's Stadium has only increased. The stadium is also immensely beneficial for not only the local economy but for the spirit of the town’s population who have great admiration for the club. Huddersfield has a range of Serviced apartments in Huddersfield which is ideal for fans looking to support their team and stay the entire weekend. Huddersfield is a true Yorkshire town, full of surprising qualities, strong traditions, impressive architecture, quality shopping, top class sport, exciting festivals and artistic reputation. All this is set on the edge of the wonderful scenery of the Peak District National Park and South Pennines. Whatever your reason for visiting Huddersfield, be it work or leisure, we hope you enjoy your stay and spend time discovering some of the local places of interest or special events taking place throughout the year. Huddersfield's reputation was built around the textile industry, and its fine woollen worsteds are still sent around the world. Today the town is well known for its award winning festivals and artistic reputation.