Slaithwaite

Welcome to Slaithwaite — a vibrant village with a creative heart and a strong sense of community. Nestled in the Colne Valley, Slaithwaite (pronounced “Slawit” by locals) is known for its independent spirit, artisan businesses, canalside charm, and thriving local economy.

Whether you’re looking to grow your business, discover hidden gems, or connect with others who live and work nearby, this page is your hub for all things Slaithwaite — where work, rest, and play come together.

We’re here to amplify local voices and events, so if you’d like to suggest updates, submit news articles, or add events to our calendar, we’d love to include your contribution.

Whether you’re running a business, charity, community group or creative venture, our tailored promotion packages offer a great way to highlight your services, products, and activities to a wider local audience.

Upcoming Events in Slaithwaite

Tuesday 17th March
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Spend time working on your business, in a supportive and collaborative space. Sayers Solutions is opening its online doors fortnightly on a Tuesday...

Read More about Sayers Solutions Drop in sessions

Friday 20th March
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guest speaker: Zoë Mortimore, Advanced Face Yoga Teacher Join us for our Treehouse Tribe Coffee and Wellbeing on Friday 20 March, where our guest ...

Read More about Treehouse Tribe Networking: Coffee and Wellbeing March

Friday 27th March
12:00 am

Free online AI skills with a 15 - 20 minute video and a challenge for you to try. Suitable even for complete beginners. Get started with Chat GP...

Read More about The Beacon: Free online learning for AI skills

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Latest Slaithwaite News

6 March 2026

Since rebranding to Work Rest or Play in Summer 2025, we’ve been growing beyond the HD8 area, reaching communities across West and South Yorkshire. To help you discover the places ...

Read More about Discover Huddersfield

2 March 2026

Please see below events, updates and support available Celebrate International Women’s Day with IWD: Women Who Build Brands – Marketing Trends 2026 & Business Networking, hosted by Hollywood Agency. This inspiring and ...

Read More about West Yorkshire Business & Skills Support

2 March 2026

Across the UK, independent retailers are facing some of the toughest trading conditions in decades. Rising costs. Reduced footfall. Online competition. Shrinking margins. And perhaps most importantly — not enough ...

Read More about Why Independent Retailers Are Struggling — And How Work Rest or Play Is Helping Them Thrive
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