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Piece Hall, Halifax grey plaque

Commemorative plaque

Why this matters

Piece Hall, opened in 1779, served as a vital cloth market for local manufacturers during the Industrial Revolution and is significant for its architectural design and historical role in Halifax's textile industry. Declared an ancient monument in 1928, it stands as a testament to the region’s industrial heritage.

What is recorded here

This grey commemorative plaque records: The Piece Hall or Manufacturer's Hall. Opened 1st January 1779 as a cloth market for local manufacturers. Declared an ancient monument by the Ancient Monuments Board of England 25th July 1928.
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