Exploring the Abandoned Graffiti Village. Allen Brickworks. Walter Clough Valley. Halifax

Allen Brickworks were a company based near Shibden Valley in Halifax. They produced glazed bricks that could be used in fireplaces, chimneys, etc as they were designed to not crumble in the heat.
The business closed somewhere from the 1960s to 1980s (unknown), and although an area was cleared, a large number of the buildings remain today. They have become a must visit location for graffiti artists to leave their mark or artwork. Today, it resembles a graffitified version of a zombie horror movie set and known as the graffiti village.
Each year, I head to the brickworks to see what new artwork has appeared. One day, it may well demoliahed tor housing and, although not a current plan, this is likely my last time here, so it's time to film an epic

[@petersmith7560]

Happened upon your site a few months ago Matt, thought I’d nip in and take a proper look… I’m not disappointed you do some cracking stuff which has encouraged me to get up off my backside and go visit one or two of the places you vlogged about, Please keep doing what you do so well..😎👍

[@matparks08]

Hiya. That's really kind of you to comment and say that, thank you so much. I'd love to know which ones you've been to 😊. Lots to come over Summer. Thanks again 😊

[@peteriley1602]

Another great video! I only live about 1 mile away, walked past many times but never realised the works contained so much graffiti! Will swerve in for a look next time. Cheers!

[@matparks08]

Thanks a lot. Yeah, it's well worth a look, even if you only go round the path. All the best 👍

[@hulkkingdopeonebdbscrew8990]

Get into mate good allenbrickworks graffiti 😊😊

[@matparks08]

I thought you might comment 😊. Hope you enjoyed matey 👍

[@DaysofHorror]

Always wanted to visit this place, Matt, but was never sure about if it was trespassing or not. Glad you answered that question for us 😊 Defo on our hit list this year now.

[@matparks08]

Yes, there's a footpath directly next to it, so it's perfectly okay 👍

[@LAW_sb6]

great video definitely worth watching

[@matparks08]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@tombaker4586]

Love this video.

[@matparks08]

Thank you 😊

[@DavidRichardson-js8xh]

My personal favourite is the lostbpubs

[@matparks08]

Cheers. Glad you enjoyed those 🙂

[@DavidRichardson-js8xh]

I like them all..but they are my favourites!

[@itsGaming_2196]

Hello mat i know you are still very busy with your uploads which are great per usual by the way i also love the graffiti and surroundings here this is a stunning urban exploration gem in such a pretty landscape ;) But are you still considering the ambergate wireworks / oakhurst manor in derbyshire? Please let me know cheers again mat.💪 ( and if you were to visit the wireworks please take the bottom path you will come across some old cottage first which are abandoned then you will come across the wireworks factory good luck and happy explorations mat :)

[@matparks08]

Hiya. Yeah. It's totally fine to ask again, and I should have given a more precise answer. Yes, we will get there, but I can't schedule it until Autumn.....I can't wait to go, but we have a jam.packed pre booked Summer . It IS on the list, so do keep your eyes peeled. Thanks for watching my friend 😊

[@itsGaming_2196]

@@matparks08 fabulous news , cant wait to see how it turns out. Take as much time as you need thank you again this means alot to me as that place is very special to me and i would like to see a alternative view i really do appreciate it all the best

[@matparks08]

Cheers 😊

[@hulkkingdopeonebdbscrew8990]

Yooo

[@hulkkingdopeonebdbscrew8990]

U should try keighley abandoned places and graffiti walks ways as well is one neyer me neyer keighley copper not far from East riddelsden Hall

[@matparks08]

Keighley copper? I'll look it up, cheers

[@allieandmaria]

Best played at double speed! 😅

[@matparks08]

Cheek!! 😅

[@jeepsthetimebandit]

I'm not a fan of graffiti tbh. I don't see it as art. It's mostly bubble writing that I can't make out what it says half the time.

[@matparks08]

Yeah, it's not for everyone 😊

[@petersmith7560]

Happened upon your site a few months ago Matt, thought I’d nip in and take a proper look… I’m not disappointed you do some cracking stuff which has encouraged me to get up off my backside and go visit one or two of the places you vlogged about, Please keep doing what you do so well..😎👍

[@matparks08]

Thanks a lot. Brilliant 😊