GREETING CARDS - LANDSCAPES HALIFAX & CALDERDALE AD120 AD129 AD135 AD136 AD140   AD135 - Shibden Hall in Autumn This impressive half-timbered structure is one of the finest and oldest buildings in Halifax, originating from the 15th century. The name Shibden means ‘valley of the sheep’ and the wool industry brought much wealth not only to the families who lived here, but also to the surrounding area of Halifax.