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Scammonden Activity Centre - Information about the centre, accommodation and activities at Scammonden for people interested in activity holidays, including water activities. Booking details.

Sunmaster - Travel agent offering a full range of services - holidays, flights, car hire, and airport services. Contact details.

Pennine Waterways - The Ashton Canal, Huddersfield Narrow and Broad Canals, Peak Forest Canal and Rochdale Canal. Photos, history, and virtual cruises.

Kirklees Light Railway Company - Four miles of narrow gauge steam-powered railway through Pennine countryside with fine views. Details for visitors, and contact.

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