About Mirfield in West Yorkshire

Mirfield is a town in West Yorkshire, England. It lies on the River Calder, on the A62 road between Brighouse and Dewsbury. The town's history dates back to the 11th century when it was a village in the ancient parish of Kirkheaton. In the 12th century, the manor of Mirfield was granted to the Cluniac monks of Lewes Priory in Sussex. The monks built a church and a hospital in Mirfield, which were both dedicated to St Leonard. The hospital was for the care of lepers.

In the 14th century, Mirfield was ravaged by the Black Death. The population of the town declined sharply and many of the town's buildings were abandoned. In the 15th century, Mirfield became a market town and grew steadily throughout the centuries.

Today, Mirfield is a thriving town with a population of over 21,000 people. The town has a variety of shops, restaurants and cafes, as well as a number of historic buildings.