During the fourteenth century Hepworth was in the parish of Kirkburton, which covered around fifty square miles.

Two subsequently fell down and in 2004, replacements were planted at a small ceremony by Parish Councillor, Ruth Jackson.

In 1777 a mighty storm caused the River Holme to swell and flood over its banks in Holmfirth, sweeping away people and property, including the parish church.

They encouraged the local residents to demand that church services be held at the Old Town School.

In 1863 Holy Trinity Church was consecrated by the Bishop of Ripon further boosting spirituality in Hepworth.

Traditionally a pig is roasted and this is now done by The Butchers Arms pub during the evening family gathering in the village.

However since then the Hepworth Feast Committee have sought to make the event more family oriented.

They have introduced stalls for children on the main street, including some more traditional Punch and Judy, coconut-shies and magicians acts.

Hepworth Garden Show is held annually on the first Saturday in September at the Village Hall.

After the show any exhibits left behind are auctioned off at the local Sports and Social Club.