New Homes in Holmfirth

Holmfirth is a charming town in West Yorkshire known for its picturesque setting and welcoming community. Here, families benefit from a selection of well-regarded schools, while the beautiful countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities. The Peak District National Park is a short distance away, offering breathtaking landscapes. Locally, residents can explore Digley Reservoir and Winscar Reservoir, which provide scenic walking trails.

Holmfirth’s town centre has a variety of local amenities, including independent shops and cosy cafes, while its convenient location ensures easy access to cities like Leeds and Manchester. Enjoy the charm and convenience of this area with our new homes in Holmfirth.

Penning Fold
Penning Fold
Wellhouse Lane, Penistone, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S36 8ER
  • £277,000 to £440,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
The Skylarks
The Skylarks
Brighouse Road, Calderdale, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 8EF
  • £325,000 to £497,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
Wadsworth Gardens
Wadsworth Gardens
Whitechapel Road, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, BD19 6HS
  • £100,000 to £343,500
  • 1 and 3 bedroom
West End Green
Coming soon
West End Green
Paddock Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 0NT
  • Coming soon
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
Lockwood Fields
Lockwood Fields
Owl Lane, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 7PZ
  • £238,000 to £400,000
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
Ambler's Meadow, East Ardsley
Ambler's Meadow, East Ardsley
Bradford Road, East Ardsley, West Yorkshire, WF3 2DL
  • £300,000 to £400,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
The Bridleways
The Bridleways
Eccleshill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3NS
  • £270,000 to £390,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
Midshires Meadow
Midshires Meadow
Dowry Lane, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7GP
  • From £499,000
  • 4 bedroom
Sandy Gate View
Coming soon
Sandy Gate View
Hardwick Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3SG
  • Coming soon
Waldmers Wood
Waldmers Wood
Walmersley Old Road, Walmersley, Greater Manchester, BL9 6SB
  • £146,250 to £425,000
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
Affinity
Affinity
Derwent Chase, Waverley, South Yorkshire, S60 8AT
  • £98,500 to £362,000
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
Brun Lea Heights
Brun Lea Heights
Rossendale Road, Habergham Eaves, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5FF
  • £244,000 to £336,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
The Spires
The Spires
Inkersall Green Road, Inkersall, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3YJ
  • £214,995 to £409,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
Thornberry Gardens
Thornberry Gardens
Lodge Lane, Dinnington, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S25 2PB
  • £197,995 to £329,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
Knights View
Knights View
Doncaster Road, Langold, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 9RS
  • £219,995 to £324,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
Lancaster Gardens
Lancaster Gardens
Bawtry Road, Harworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN11 9HA
  • £112,500 to £317,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom

New Homes in Holmfirth FAQs

  • Although Holmfirth train station closed to passengers in 1959, the town still has good road links to nearby towns and cities, along with regular bus services from Hampshire bus station. Huddersfield is the nearest large town, around 20 minutes away from Holmfirth by car or 30 minutes by bus. Wakefield is 40 minutes away by car or one hour by bus, while Barnsley can be reached in just 30 minutes.

    Travelling slightly further afield, Leeds is a 45-minute drive away from Holmfirth, while Manchester can be reached in one hour via the A635. The journey to and from London takes three hours 50 minutes by car from Holmfirth, or around two hours by train from Wakefield.

    If you’re going abroad, Holmfirth is 50 minutes away from Manchester Airport, 55 minutes from Leeds Bradford Airport and one hour away from Doncaster Sheffield Airport.

  • For families with school-age children, there are a number of ‘outstanding’ schools in the local area, as rated by Ofsted. These include Netherthong Primary School, Thurstonland Endowed Voluntary Controlled First School, Honley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School, Farnley Tyas Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School, Moor End Academy and Shelley College.

    If you’re looking for independent education, private schools in the local area include Huddersfield Grammar School and Edgerton College, while higher education is provided a short drive away at the University of Huddersfield, which was named the Times Higher Education ‘University of the Year’ in 2013.

  • Holmfirth is a lively town, with lots of events taking place throughout the year. Holmfirth Film Festival takes place at the end of May each year, while the town also hosts Art Week and Holmfirth Festival of Folk.

    The town has lots of popular independent attractions, including the Picturedrome which has been nominated as the ‘Best Small Venue’ by music magazine NME. The Summer Wine Exhibition celebrates the famous TV series and is located in character Compo’s house. Exhibits include set props and costumes, and a timeline stretching across the programme’s 37-year history.

    Other attractions in Holmfirth include The Potter’s Den, Holmfirth Mystery Treasure Trail and Ashley Jackson Gallery. If you’re moving to the area with children, there are lots of great family days out nearby including Beaumont Park, Huddersfield Climbing Centre, Cliffe House and Colne Valley Museum in Huddersfield, and Eureka! The National Children’s Museum in Halifax.

  • Located in West Yorkshire close to Huddersfield and Glossop, Holmfirth is a small, quaint town in the Pennine Hills, perfect if you’re looking for rural living within easy reach of nearby towns and cities. Best known as the backdrop for the TV series Last of the Summer Wine, today Holmfirth is a popular place to live for families of all ages.