Please see below information relating to communities in rural Kirklees that may be of interest. Please pass on, share and promote any information you think your communities and connections would be interested in.
Kirklees Community Governance Review – Stage 2 consultation now open
Kirklees Council has published its draft recommendations for parish boundaries, parish arrangements and local governance.
We’re now inviting views from residents, parish councils, partners and anyone with an interest in local democracy.
This consultation is an important opportunity to help shape how communities are represented at a local level.
Open until: 13 April 2026
Take part online: https://www.kirklees.gov.uk/beta/voting-and-elections/community-governance-review.aspx
For enquiries, please contact cgr@kirklees.gov.uk or call 01484 221650.
Growing Great Places
🌱 Do you have an idea that could make your community even better?
The next round of Growing Great Places funding is now open — with pledges of up to £5,000 available for local projects!
Join our free online workshop on 5th March to learn how to start your crowdfunding campaign with Spacehive and Kirklees Council. Whether you’re just getting started or already building your project page, this session will help you move forward.
✔ Learn how crowdfunding works
✔ Get tailored support
✔ Discover how other local projects raised over £841,000 for Kirklees communities!
👉 Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982970928427?aff=oddtdtcreator
Events in Shepley, Skelmanthorpe and Kirkburton Libraries
Coming up from March to May at Shepley, Skelmanthorpe and Kirkburton Libraries for families and residents – details attached.
Police Contact Points
Opportunity to meet officers from the Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team and raise any issues or concerns:
- Thursday 12th March 11-12 pm Shepley Library, Marsh Lane, HD8 8AE
- Monday 30th March 2-3 pm Kirkburton Library, Turnshaws Road, HD8 0RT
Events and meetings | West Yorkshire Police
SEND Next Steps Event – Wednesday 25 March 2026 at The Holiday Inn, Brighouse, 12 noon – 5pm
Careers event for young people aged 14-25 with special educational needs and disabilities, and their parents and carers.
Over 20 exhibitors including employers, training providers, advisory services and colleges will be at the event on, offering advice, guidance, support and opportunities.
For more information and to book your place:
https://ck.mydirections.co.uk/events/send-next-steps-event-march-2026
Funding Opportunities
Please see attached a range of funding opportunities that may be of interest.
If you would like to promote community and voluntary activities or opportunities in the Rural area please contact:
Luc (luc.bride@kirklees.gov.uk), Julie (julie.mcdowell@kirklees.gov.uk) or Aaron (Aaron.taylor@kirklees.gov.uk) with a brief blurb and links to where people can find out more. Please note we prefer links to further information rather than attachments and images due to the size attachments can make these emails.
Active Citizens & Places Officer | Governance & Commissioning | Kirklees Council | PO Box 1720 | Huddersfield HD1 9EL | Tel. 01484 221000
Democracy and local places in Kirklees
http://www.democracycommission.org.uk/
Kirklees Rural District Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColneValleyAreaCommittee