New homes in Holmfirth

Lying on the northern fringes of the Peak District, Holmfirth is a small town within the Holme Valley area of West Yorkshire. Surrounded by natural beauty, houses in Holmfirth also provide great access to notable spots in the region such as Huddersfield and Halifax. Major cities Leeds and Manchester are both also only around 20 miles away, while Bradford is even closer. 

This is a wonderful place to live if you want to feel a great connection with nature, thanks to spectacular Pennine scenery all around. The town centre has everything you need readily available though, so check out our latest new houses near Holmfirth below. 

• West Yorkshire • Huddersfield • Halifax • Leeds • Manchester • Bradford

Penning Fold
Penning Fold
Wellhouse Lane, Penistone, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S36 8ER
  • £142,500 to £348,995
  • 2 and 3 bedroom
  • New homes for sale in Penistone.
Wadsworth Gardens
Wadsworth Gardens
Whitechapel Road, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, BD19 6HS
  • £125,000 to £431,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Located in the popular town of Cleckheaton, Wadsworth Gardens offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
Lockwood Fields
Lockwood Fields
Owl Lane, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 7PZ
  • £236,995 to £374,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Located in the popular area of Chidswell, Lockwood Fields offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
Ambler's Meadow, East Ardsley
Ambler's Meadow, East Ardsley
Bradford Road, East Ardsley, West Yorkshire, WF3 2DL
  • £294,995 to £459,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Located in the popular village of East Ardsley, Ambler's Meadow offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
Netherwood
Netherwood
Pitt Street, Darfield, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S73 8AS
  • £120,000 to £309,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Located in the popular village of Darfield, Netherwood offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
The Bridleways
The Bridleways
Eccleshill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3NS
  • £259,995 to £369,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Located in the popular area of Eccleshill, The Bridleways offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
Midshires Meadow
Midshires Meadow
Dowry Lane, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7GP
  • £450,000 to £556,000
  • 4 and 5 bedroom
  • Midshires Meadow has an energy efficient* range of 4 & 5 bed homes, surrounded by views of the surrounding High Peak. Only 16 miles from Manchester, 7 miles from Buxton and 9 miles from Macclesfield whilst allowing you to appreciate nature in the Peak District National Park. 5 minutes to Whaley Bridge town centre, with all your local convenience stores including coffee shops and restaurants for a bit of down time.
Waldmers Wood
Waldmers Wood
Walmersley Old Road, Walmersley, Greater Manchester, BL9 6SB
  • £306,000 to £395,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • A range of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes makes up the neighbourhood at Waldmers Wood. So, whether you're looking for that first step on the property ladder or you need a bit more space for your family, there'll be something for you. You will also be in the perfect place to enjoy a rural lifestyle, whilst still being on the edge of a bustling town which gives you easy access into the centre of Manchester.  
Affinity
Affinity
Derwent Chase, Waverley, South Yorkshire, S60 8AT
  • £119,997 to £329,995
  • 2 and 3 bedroom
  • Located in the popular area of Waverley, Affinity offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
Brun Lea Heights
Brun Lea Heights
Rossendale Road, Habergham Eaves, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5FF
  • £236,000 to £339,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • A development of 3 & 4 bed homes located on the outskirts of Burnley, offering picturesque countryside views. A short drive from the M65 and 5 minutes from Rossendale Valley, residents can enjoy green space, with Burnley Golf Club nearby and Towneley Park featuring historic landscapes & gardens. For water activities, the Rossendale Valley Sailing Club provides a variety of options for outdoor fun.  
Silk Waters Green
Silk Waters Green
Treacle Avenue, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7ZA
  • £346,500 to £374,500
  • 3 bedroom
  • At Silk Waters Green, choose from 2-4 bed homes with tree-lined streets and a new play park, ideal for your family. Enjoy Macclesfield Forest only 15 mins away and convenient transport links simplify your commute - Macclesfield town centre under 2 miles for shopping and Manchester city centre accessible by train in just over 20 minutes. Your kids have good local primary and secondary schools close by.
The Spires
The Spires
Inkersall Green Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3YJ
  • £204,995 to £444,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Brand-new homes for sale in Chesterfield.
Thornberry Gardens
Thornberry Gardens
Lodge Lane, Dinnington, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S25 2PB
  • £179,995 to £315,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Brand-new homes for sale in Dinnington.
Knights View
Knights View
Doncaster Road, Langold, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 9RS
  • £208,995 to £346,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Brand-new homes for sale in Worksop.
Lancaster Gardens Phase 2
Lancaster Gardens Phase 2
Bawtry Road, Harworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN11 9HA
  • £107,500 to £304,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Brand-new homes for sale in Harworth.

What is life like in Holmfirth?

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.

What is there to see and do in Holmfirth?

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.

What is education like in Holmfirth?

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.

How are the transport links in Holmfirth?

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.