Explore Calderdale from the comfortable base of Croft Mill

For those who love to explore and discover new places, a break in Calderdale, South Pennines is guaranteed to delight.

With miles and miles of picturesque open countryside in which to get off the beaten track, and charming towns and villages around West Yorkshire to explore, the area has much to offer families and couples alike.

On Sunday 31 January and Saturday 13 March, from 1-4pm, the village of Shibden is offering visitors the chance to delve into the areas where the public are not normally allowed to go.

From the cellars of stunning Shibden Hall, to the tower library, explorers can find out more about the fascinating history of the hall and the people who lived there.

The 600-year old Shibden Estate is one of West Yorkshire's most important heritage sites and is a green oasis less than a mile from Halifax, West Yorkshire.

To make the most of the many attractions in the area, the Pennines market town of Hebden Bridge provides an ideal base and offers luxurious B&B accommodation perfect for a longer holiday.

Croft Mill, a recently converted mill in the heart of the town, offers 4-star accommodation in 12 immaculate and stylish self-catering holiday apartments to suit all needs and budgets.

Contemporary styling, soft, neutral décor and high quality furnishings are a feature of the whole development. The lounge areas in the Penthouse and Superior apartments have leather sofas, oak furniture, flat screen TV, DVD player and a selection of books and games.

Apartments range from standard to Superior and Penthouse Apartments, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The Mill even boasts a rooftop conservatory that is available to book for small functions.

The Croft Mill website at http://www.croftmill.com contains photography and a virtual tour of each luxurious apartment and there are more special offers as well as a booking enquiry form, a list of local events and information about the town and surrounding area.

Hebden Bridge itself is a magnet for tourists who come to enjoy its original shops and galleries, organic food outlets, restaurants and bars, fabulous walks and cycle ways, and surrounding countryside and attractions.