Iron People

A community project for CultureDale inspired by Ted Hughes’ The Iron Man and The Iron Woman

We are inviting people from Calderdale to work with extraordinary local artists as part of the year of culture (CultureDale). Iron People is already well underway, engaging local communities in a range of creative activities designed to explore environmental themes and connect participants to Calderdale’s natural and historic landscapes. The workshops include everything from storytelling, acting and writing to sculpture building sessions, illustration and family crafts. 

Illustration artwork by Chris Mould, video by Dave Hackney, photos by Ant Robling.

What’s on in 2025:

Community Actor and Puppeteers Workshops

We’re looking for community actors and puppeteers to join Iron People @ Eureka! – an exciting new outdoor performance in Halifax.

Various dates 

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Stories of Cromwell Bottom Audio Tour

Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 March, various times
Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve

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Iron People @ Eureka!

Saturday 26 April
Outside Eureka! Halifax

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The Iron Works: Creations from the community

This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, as well as Calderdale Council, The Liz and Terry Bramall Foundation, Tracy Brabin Mayor of West Yorkshire’s Safer Communities Fund, the West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Community Climate Grants programme, Arts Council England, National Lottery Community Foundation and Community Foundation for Calderdale.