Dates for Your Diary 2026

Visiting Mount Zion

We are delighted to say that we have been awarded the RE Hubs' Kite Mark for our commitment to providing high quality RE and learning outside the classroom. To find out more about our curriculum based school visits, go to our education pages . We are also able to welcome adult groups. Please get in touch if you would like more information, our details are on the contact page. 

March 24th Afternoon - The Calderdale Way: a Lent Reflection To be held in the Chapel. Exact time to be confirmed. All welcome. For more details email David at  david6017@live.com

April 1st, 10 am - The Calderdale Way: a Lent Walk to Brighouse, meeting at Mount Zion. All welcome. For more details email David at  david6017@live.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 22nd, 7.00 pm - Branwell Bronte and his Halifax Friends a Heritage Talk by David Glover. 

In 1817, Branwell Bronte was born a few miles from Halifax. His sisters were to achieve worldwide fame, but Branwell had poems published in Halifax long before they went into print. By no means as successful as his sisters in the literary field, he showed great talent; but what went wrong? David takes a look at this talented but flawed young man, and invites you to discover his acquaintances in the Halifax area. An absolute must for all Bronte enthusiasts. Tickets may be bought in advance online from  https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mount-zion-heritage-chapel price £4.00, or  on the night on the door £5.00.

May 9th  - Stories from Stones 

An event celebrating the spoken voice, poetry and prose.
“The stones we writers use are words.” Orhan Pamuk
Poet Mary Thomson will present an evening of readings, poems and prose which relate closely to her experience of Mount Zion and its locality; her actress daughter Cathy Sara, will co-present. To Mary’s published poems, will be added illuminating and entertaining pieces from writers such as J B Priestley and Ted Hughes.
‘Mary will once have been better known in these parts as Mary Sara, Ilkley gallery owner and art critic of the Yorkshire Post. Since she moved to Scotland, she has published poetry collections, including in 2023 Still Dancing, published by the highly regarded Red Squirrel Press. Over the last 20 years Mary and her actress daughter Cathy Sara (who has appeared in Downton Abbey, the Woman in Black, Emmerdale and West End productions), have presented two-women shows on many themes and at various venues, including the Ilkley Literature Festival Fringe.’
Don’t miss your chance to see Mary and Cathy in action. More details and booking information soon! Tickets available from  https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mount-zion-heritage-chapel

 

 

May 27th, 7.00 pm - Born in Song a Heritage Talk by David Glover. Music in Halifax and its influence on people's cultural, social and religious lives; including the Whitsuntide 'Big Sing'. Tickets may be bought in advance online from https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mount-zion-heritage-chapel price £4.00, or on the night, on the door £5.00.

 

June 2nd, 2.00 pm  - 'A History of Mount Zion; rebels and reformers and the Parish of Bradshaw' - Dr Diane Hadwen. Please note this talk will be held at St John's Parish Church, Bradshaw.

 

September 19th, 10.30 am to 4.30 pm - Heritage Open Day 'Ordinary People'; a chance to visit the Chapel and explore the legacy of ordinary, working people who once lived nearby and worshipped at Mount Zion. Just turn up on the day. Everyone welcome. Heritage Talk at 3.00 pm by David Glover, focusing on the history and heritage of Calderdale's 'Working Women'.  This is a FREE talk, but donations are always welcome. Please register online for the talk if possible at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mount-zion-heritage-chape

September the 20th, 2.00 pm - Bringing in the Harvest  A service organised by members of Illingworth Methodist Church and led by the Reverend Tony Morling, all welcome.

October 21st  7.00pm - Some Calderdale Murders Part Two, our final Heritage Talk of 2026 by David Glover, with content very appropriate to the time of year! Tickets may be bought in advance online from https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mount-zion-heritage-chapel price £4.00, or on the night, on the door £5.00.

December 13th, 2.00 pm - Community Carol Service. Our traditional start to Christmas. Led by the Reverend Tony Morling. All welcome.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14th and 15th December, 1.00 pm - Whitehill Primary Academy's Christmas Carol Concerts. Looking forward to a full house and wonderful song!

 

Please remember the second of Wednesday of every month, 2.00pm, there is a Prayer Circle in the cottage, organised by members of Illingworth Methodist Church. All welcome.

Please contact Alison for more details [email protected]..