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Huddersfield Civic Society has proposed that a heritage trail and blue plaque scheme is developed for Huddersfield.

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Their Chair, Professor Cedric Cullingford, explained the proposal to a recent meeting of Huddersfield Area Committee Joint Town Centre Sub Group, who strongly supported the idea.

Professor Cullingford explained that the Civic Society has been working on plans to involve the public of Huddersfield in identifying buildings and locations of interest to the community and of historical and architectural significance.

It seeks to compile information about the trail and for the locations to be identified by blue plaques.

The plan is to involve as many people as possible in identifying the sites that most interest them, so that the community as a whole becomes part of the process.

The plaques and the heritage trails will celebrate the town centre and enhance its attractions. This will be a rolling programme.

Cllr John Smithson, Chair of the Sub Group, said: “Huddersfield town centre holds many attractions.

“Its buildings and architecture reflect the history of the communities that have been resident over the years, and we need to acknowledge the memories of local people.

“This will enrich the value of the town and pass this on to visitors and future generations. We are very enthusiastic about this scheme and are keen to offer our support.”

Huddersfield Joint Town Centre Sub Group reports to both Huddersfield South and North Area Committees. It has a track record of supporting and developing projects and initiatives that enhance the appearance of the town centre.

The Civic Society was asked to start by developing a set of criteria against which proposals could be judged.