Josie Price is owner of Weavers of Haworth – Guesthouse & Cottages. She lives in Haworth with her partner, daughter and cats after relocating from London seven years ago.
Stop by Cobbles & Clay cafe for a sweet treat. MORNING
The very best way to start your day in Haworth is to walk on the moors. It’s good for the soul. Whether you delight in trekking for hours, or just want to go a short way and breathe in some Yorkshire air before breakfast, there’s routes to suit everyone. If the weather is wild and wuthering, then you’ve hit the jackpot, as that’s just how the Brontës describe it in their writing. If it’s beautiful sunshine (we get more sun than you might think!), then you’re also a winner. One thing is for sure, the dramatic scenery will never let you down.
You’ll have earned your breakfast. Head to Cobbles & Clay for fab coffee and a delicious morning menu.
Main Street is one of the most impressive little streets around – and it’s not just me that says it. First, there’s an iconic view from the top of the cobbled hill, you’ll have seen it in photos but might not know it’s Haworth. Second, Haworth is home to one of the most eclectic and thriving small ‘high streets’ in the country, drawing visitors from far and wide. Be sure not to miss Wave of Nostalgia, Modo, Mrs Beighton’s, The Store, Hawksbys, Lighthouse Lane, Betty Moore, And Chocolate, Cabinet of Curiosity and Silverland. There’s more, too many to mention, so please pop in to all our small independent businesses.
A visit to the The Bronte Parsonage Museum is a must. The former home of the famous literary family now houses the world’s largest collection of Brontë works.
Now you’ll be feeling peckish, you’ll not go wrong with a pub lunch at The Fleece; Timothy Taylor beer and generous Yorkshire portions.
An early evening ride on the Keighley and Worth Valley steam railway is like stepping back in time. The Railway Children was filmed on the line in 1968, as was the more recent sequel.
After, head back to Main Street to Tap & Tonic or The Cloth Store for a drink, followed by dinner at The Old Post Office; recently restored with lots of nods to its former use as the Post Office where the Brontës posted their manuscripts from.
When darkness falls, join a Haunted Haworth Ghost Tour, if you dare.
If you’re staying the night, why not come and see us at Weavers? Cosy rooms and comfy beds await you after a day well-spent. weaversofhaworth.com
DON’T MISS
Magical markets
Haworth Christmas Craft Fairs with gifts from a range of talented local artists at the historic Old School Rooms. Every Saturday and Sunday throughout December. haworthcraftfair.com
Christmas Artisan Market: December 15 in Haworth Central Park. Meet talented, friendly stallholders offering produce, products and crafts.
Late Night Shopping
December 19.
Haworth’s shops welcome visitors for a late-night shopping experience. A number of independent shops will be open until 8pm,
FESTIVE HAWORTH
Haworth will be transformed into a magical festive wonderland with hundreds of Christmas Trees lining the streets and hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights. A new feature for this year are two huge (50 foot tall) lit trees in Haworth Central Park.
Santa’s Grotto
Dec 7 & 8.
Meet Santa and his helpers at Bowling Green in Haworth Central Park.
Carol Service
December 8
St Michaels & All Angels Church, Haworth.
Christmas Music Weekend
Dec 14 & 15
Live performances from brass bands, choirs and other musicians will fill the air with your favourite festive melodies. Featuring the famed Voices of Yorkshire Choir on the Saturday.
Nativity Parade
December 21, 2pm
From the bottom of Main Street.
The nativity story brought to life through an interactive and musical parade, including real donkeys! Finishes with a short nativity service in St Michael & All Angels Church.
Nativity Church Service
December 22, 2pm
St Michael & All Angels Church
ChristmasInHaworth.com or find Christmas in Haworth on Facebook.
