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Properties and events in Leeds

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"Railway Signalling In and Around Leeds": An Illustrated Talk

Butlers, Kirkstall Forge, 1 Great Exhibition Way, Kirkstall, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS5 3BF
In person
Pre-booking required

"Railway Signalling In and Around Leeds": An Illustrated Talk

1940s day at the Museum and Old Kings Arms Horsforth

5 The Green, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 5JB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and celebrate Horsforth's links to the HMS Aubietia and Enigma machine with decoding sessions, talks and exhibitions at The Museum on Town Street. Topped off with a tea dance and performance by 'The Hummingbirds' a 1940s close harmony group.

1970s Slide Projection, Marshall's Mill at The Cross Keys Pub

107 Water Lane, Marshalls Mill, Marshalls Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 5WD
In person
Pre-booking required

Slide projection and talk featuring fascinating scenes of Leeds in the 1970's By Clifford Stead. "Come on a journey to a time when life was much simpler, when people dressed up to go into town and drove pastel coloured cars!"

A 2023 textile tour and a photographers connection to a murder in 1891

Horsforth Village Museum, 5 The Green, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 5JB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Enjoy three large vibrant wall hangings displayed in our quilt room, including a textile map of Horsforth created by residents. In the piano room immerse yourself in an event of 1891 and a travelling photographers connection with a murder.

A Great Day Out in Clifford, Visit St Luke’s as part of a Trio of Churches

St Luke’s Church, Bramham Road, Clifford, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 6JQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

As part of visit A Trio of Churches (Clifford Methodist, St Edward’s RC and St Luke’s C of E) St Luke’s will be welcoming visitors to explore and uncover the history of this Church and its connections with the other churches in the trio.

A Great Day Out In Clifford, a Walk through Time. Part of Connecting Clifford Celebrations

Clifford War Memorial, Junction of High St and Willow Lane, Clifford, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 6SL
In person
Pre-booking required

Clifford's History, a Walk through Time. Part of Connecting Clifford Celebrations. Mon 9th September, 1000-1230 or 1400-1630. Booking essential, 12 people each walk. Limited Toilet facilities. Car parking available or come by bus.

A great day out in Clifford: visit Clifford Methodist Church as part of a trio of churches

Clifford Methodist Church, Church View Mews, Clifford, Wetherby, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS23 6SZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Our Connecting Clifford celebrations offer a unique opportunity to visit a trio of churches. You can also enjoy a walk around the village which must be booked (see separate entry).

A Great Day Out in Clifford: Visit St Edward’s Catholic Church as Part of a Trio of Churches

49 High Street, Clifford, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 6HJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Clifford, listed in the Doomsday Book, is outstanding for its spiritual heritage. Visit the three churches of different Christian traditions found in Clifford each offering an exciting program and join an historic walking tour of the village.

A Tale of Two Jameses

Thackray Museum of Medicine, 141 Beckett Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7LN
In person
Pre-booking required

Behind the well-known name of St. James's Hospital lies a story of two dedicated professionals, both called James. Join us in the former Leeds Union Workhouse (now the Thackray Museum of Medicine) to hear more about their lives and legacy.

Activism: The routes we’re rooted in

Mill Hill Chapel, Lower Basinghall Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5EB
In person
Pre-booking required

Sign up to this event to explore how activism has served the people of Leeds in our city, in both our past and present.

Adel Quaker Meeting House and burial ground

New Adel Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 6AZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Quaker Meeting House, garden and burial ground which date from the 19th century. The house will feature an exhibition about its history.

Aire and Calder Navigation Heritage Walk

The Corn Exchange, Call Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 7BR
In person
Pre-booking required

A walk along the river and Navigation from the City Centre to the Thwaite Mills area, discovering the rich history and heritage of the area, returning by bus or independently.

Aireborough Memories

Yeadon Town Hall, High Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS19 7PP
In person
Pre-booking not required

From the archives of Aireborough Historical Society - Browse through thousands of Aireborough photographs from years ago. Artefacts that will take you down memory lane. A slide show of Aireborough images on a large screen.

All Saints' Church, Barwick-in-Elmet

Aberford Road, Barwick-in-Elmet, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 4EA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit our historic Norman church with its Anglo-Saxon stones and we will tell you about its history. The late 15/early 16th century porch where penitents received absolution before entering the church. An opportunity to see the bells being rung.

All Souls Church Blackman Lane Leeds

Blackman Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9EY
In person
Pre-booking not required

Gilbert Scott's final church , in the Gothic Revival Style. Built as a Memorial Church To Walter Hook , The great 19th century church builder and Vicar of Leeds.

Art In Arcadia

Leeds Corn Exchange, Call Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 7BR
In person
Pre-booking not required

An art trail map will be printed along with posters and distributed around Leeds City centre and beyond.

Beckett Street Cemetery, Leeds

140 Beckett Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7TF
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join Alun Pugh, the chairman of the Cemetery Friends on a 90 minute tour. You will hear stories that link the Victorian history of Leeds to the people who are buried there and see the hundreds of Guinea Graves

Beeston Hill Community Cinema

246 Dewsbury Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 6JQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Located in a historically significant building, Leeds Beeston Hill Community Cinema cordially invites you to explore the rich history of this former cinema. The event will feature an exhibition, a video installation and more.

Behind the Scenes at the M&S Archive

Michael Marks Building, University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9LP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the M&S Archive

Beryl Burton: In Search of Britain's Greatest Athlete

102 Leeds Road, Methley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 9EP
In person
Pre-booking required

Join author and journalist Jeremy Wilson in conversation with Beryl's daughter, Denise, to discuss the Yorkshire phenomenon that was Beryl Burton.