West Yorkshire
Properties and events in West Yorkshire
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‘As grand as any cathedral’: the architecture of Leeds Minster
Leeds Parish Church, as was, consecrated in 1841, was the largest new church built in England since St Paul’s Cathedral. Join our tour, learn about the building’s architecture and the motivation of those behind it & enjoy its magnificence.
‘Post Office Cultures Project – Creative 3D Scanning of Post Offices in West Yorkshire’
Learn about 3D scanning of buildings in West Yorkshire
‘Ribbons and Risings’: An experiment in collaborative audio description
An opportunity to explore ways in which words, sound and touch can enhance a collective appreciation of two modern public art installations in Leeds: Pippa Hale’s ‘Ribbons’ (2024); and Yinka Shonibare’s ‘Hibiscus Rising’ (2023)
"Look Up!" at the West Yorkshire Archive Service
When you walk through Leeds do you ever look up? This Heritage Open Day visit the West Yorkshire Archive Service and see the buildings of Leeds from an entirely new perspective.
“It’s Wings Are Almost Free” part of “Everything is Connected” Methodist Modern Art Collection Trail
As part of Bradford’s City of Culture 2025 celebrations, five venues in the Methodist Church’s Yorkshire West District are exhibiting artworks held in the Methodist Modern Art Collection (MMAC). Free Still Life Drawing Class (must pre book)
110 years of Bolling Hall
Bolling Hall opened as a museum in September 1915. Join us to celebrate 110 years of being open to the public!
120 years – Reference Room Drop In
See photographs, drawings and other images of Pontefract Museum over the last 120 years in our relaxed Reference Room.
1300 Years of Pontefract History
A walk around Pontefract town centre with local historian Eric Jackson, highlighting the history of Pontefract.
200 Years of St. Austin's Church, Wakefield
A chance to attend a fascinating display and illustrated talk on the 200 year history of St. Austin's church, Wakefield. We will explore the early years of the parish through to the current day by focusing on key characters, events, and developments.
25 Years of Dewsbury History Group
A recap of who started the group and why. Some of the notable events put on by the group. A quiz about the history of the town, its famous sons and daughters and the buildings.
32 Stone Gate – Behind the Scenes Tour
Fabrication Crafts is a Social Enterprise with a shop in Stonegate in York. See the historic fabric of the building behind the shop front.
A Celebration of Moravian Architecture
Come along and enjoy the Fulneck Settlement and explore this fascinating example of eighteenth century architecture.
A Chance to Climb the Tower of Spite - Wainhouse Tower
Wainhouse Tower is a 77 metre tall Victorian observatory-chimney located in Halifax, West Yorkshire, offering panoramic views of the local area. Loved by residents, the circumstances of its construction lead some to refer to it as the Tower of Spite.
A detective story: the rediscovery of Parlington Hall
Local historian Brian Hull will give a talk about the history of Parlington Hall - the home of the Gascoigne family from the 16th to the first decade of the 20th century.
A fusion of architectural building, bricks and music: Calverley Community Methodist Church
Grade II listed building is one of the many great architectural building to be found in Calverley, we are planning a range of activities in and around our beautiful building. Come to Brick Church, make music with our organ, enjoy good food.
A walk around the Headingley Hill and Hyde Park Conservation Areas
Discover the fascinating character and history of the buildings, places and people who lived in Headingley Hill and Hyde Park in the company of Tony Ray, a retired Town Planner.
A walk around Wakefield’s first hospital: exploring the West Riding Pauper Lunatic Asylum / Stanley Royd Hospital site
Find out more about this local landmark and the people who passed through its doors.
A walk round the old village of Kippax
Join local historian Edgar Pickles for an evening walk around the historic village of Kippax.
A Walk through History - Wakefield Park
A guided walk through Clarence and Holmfield and Thornes Parks explaining the history of the beginning of parks in Wakefield.
A Window into Hong Kong: Songs, Stories and Community
Discover the lives, culture and creativity of Hong Kong migrants in Castleford. Enjoy a moving theatre performance, join a creative workshop, and experience music from traditional opera to modern favourites — all free and open to all.