Alexandra Street, Halifax –
History & Local Life

Discover the unique history and vibrant community of Alexandra Street in Halifax—featuring vintage photos, local businesses, and memorable stories.

This was named after Queen Alexandra, Consort of King Edward VII. The construction of the road was authorised in 1853 Improvement Act, but it was fifty years or so later before it was made.

The first appearance of this street in the Burgess Roles is in the volumes 1908-09.

The borough market roof can be seen in the background                                                                enhanced

See Alexandra Hall

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