Elland West Yorkshire Map

About Elland

Elland’s story is etched into the folds of Calderdale’s landscape, a place where the river’s whisper has long mingled with the clang of industry. It lies 3.9 km west-south-west of Brighouse (from Brighouse: bearing 240°T, OS grid SE 108 209), and is situated west of Elland Upper Edge village. Historically, Elland was a hub of textile manufacturing, its mills once drawing power from the very water that now glints under the often-soft Yorkshire light. The surrounding hills, once dotted with sheep, now hold the echoes of generations who worked the land and the mills, their labour shaping the very character of this West Yorkshire town. The enduring spirit of Elland can be seen in its sturdy buildings and the enduring friendships forged in its community. The imposing presence of St. Mary's Parish Church, its stone weathered by centuries of northern winds, stands as a testament to the town's long spiritual life. For those who walk its streets, there’s a palpable sense of continuity, a quiet pride that resonates from the market square, where the scent of fresh produce still occasionally drifts on the breeze. Though the great mills may no longer churn with the same ferocity, the town’s character remains, a blend of resilience and a deep connection to its Calderdale roots.

About This Elland Map Page

Explore Elland, West Yorkshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.684661, -1.836591. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.