BBC hit Happy Valley is having an “outstanding impact” on tourism in Hebden Bridge and West Yorkshire’s Calder Valley – with viewers from around the world flocking to visit.
Cllr Tim Swift, Calderdale Council’s Leader, said: “Calderdale is known for its distinctive landscape, architecture and heritage, and when these are showcased on screen they become stars of the show, just like the characters.”
He also said how the success of the show, starring Sarah Lancashire, had seen several other major TV production companies contact the council wanting to film there too.
