Opening during COVID
Please read our COVID guide to find out about the changes we've made to keep you safe.
The Kirklees Council site will tell you about the latest opening hours.
Who are The Friends?
Kirklees Volunteers
Founded in 1988, the Friends of Oakwell Hall and Country Park are a voluntary support group for this wonderfully authentic 16th Century Manor House in Yorkshire - and for its surrounding 110 acres of country park. You can see some of us on this video, talking about our work.
Past Projects
The Friends have taken part in a large number of projects over the years, indoors and out.
The Friends in Action
The Friends take on many and varied tasks in the house and grounds. Come and see some of our activities.
Best of Friends
If you're thinking of joining us and are interested in who we are perhaps you’d like to know a little bit more about us and our history-so here's a brief outline for you. We've never been short of Volunteers at Oakwell, even before the Friends were founded,
Membership of the Friends
Whilst many people join the Friends simply because they appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of the Hall and Park, others join because of the 'hands on' opportunities available on site. Friends work closely with the dedicated staff at Oakwell and provide assistance both inside and outside the Hall..
Friends Discounts
We celebrated 30 years of the Friends in 2018. The following membership extras apply to all existing and new members.
Friends Newsletters
NEWSLETTER AWARDS
Friends of Oakwell Hall and Country Park are proud to announce another success in the BAFM newsletter competition.
Keeping in Touch
The best way to keep in touch is to join the Friends and receive our hard copy newsletter on a regular basis! If you prefer to simply receive an email now and then, please join our mailing list.