Th'Owd Towser

Th'Owd Towser is a very small building near to the Parish Church. The present building dates back to the early 1800s but the original prison was built in the late 1500s.
The Victorian horse drawn ambulance and also the fire engine were kept here
There is also a story about coin clipping.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 20 September:

1000-1600

Location & directions

Th'Owd Towser, Daisy Lane, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 1HS

Directions:

Approach via steps next to the All Saints Parish Church or via Daisy Lane off Towngate Holmfirth.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Steep access to the building. Limited space inside.

Additional information

. Opportunity to enter the cell.

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