Yorkshire & the Humber
Properties and events in Yorkshire & the Humber
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'Drainspotting' - Sheffield's Victorian pavement features
A look at the history under our feet. Discover the social heritage that we walk over every day.
'Old Holy Trinity Church, Wentworth'
This atmospheric building started life as a church in the 15th century and was converted to a mausoleum in 1877 after a new church was built in the village.
‘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.
‘From Tip to Trail’ a New Walking and Cycling Trail from Oughtibridge to Deepcar
Explore the next planned route of the Upper Don Trail and safer links to the Trans Pennine Trail on a journey of contrasts between Wharncliffe Side and Deepcar.
‘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)
"A Storytelling Hand" - An Architectural Drawing Workshop
Learn the secrets of architectural sketching/drawing! This hands-on session will demonstrate how such drawing can embolden connections and illuminate narrative, in this case to a unique part of Doncaster's heritage: the Sand House.
"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.
"The Headland Benefice" St John The Evangelist Church Sewerby
Five Headland Churches: Follow the stunning coastline to Sewerby, Flamborough, Bempton, Speeton & Reighton. Exploring history, heritage and hidden curiosities within the unique ancient churches at the heart of the villages.
"The Headland Benefice" St Leonard's Church, Speeton
Five Headland Churches: Follow the stunning coastline to Sewerby, Flamborough, Bempton, Speeton & Reighton. Exploring history, heritage and hidden curiosities within the unique ancient churches at the heart of the villages.
"The Headland Benefice" St Michael's Church, Bempton
Five Headland Churches: Follow the stunning coastline to Sewerby, Flamborough, Bempton, Speeton & Reighton. Exploring history, heritage and hidden curiosities within the unique ancient churches at the heart of the villages.
"The Headland Benefice" St Oswald's Church Flamborough
Five Headland Churches: Follow the stunning coastline to Sewerby, Flamborough, Bempton, Speeton & Reighton. Exploring history, heritage and hidden curiosities within the unique ancient churches at the heart of the villages.
"The Headland Benefice" St Peter's, Reighton
Five Headland Churches: Follow the stunning coastline to Sewerby, Flamborough, Bempton, Speeton & Reighton. Exploring history, heritage and hidden curiosities within the unique ancient churches at the heart of the villages.
"Walls That Speak: The Architectural Heritage of Sheffield Manor Lodge"
With over 450 years of history our walls have a story to tell. From humble beginnings as a hunting lodge, to a grand manor and royal prison for the captive Mary Queen of Scots. Discover our heritage through tours and children's trail.
“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)
10 Architects that Changed the Face of Doncaster - A City Centre Walk
A flat easy guided walk around the City Centre highlighting buildings of historical and heritage importance led by the Doncaster Civic Trust, starting and finishing at the Mansion House
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.
140 Years in the Making: The Architecture of The Harrogate Club
Discover The Harrogate Club, designed in 1885-86 by H.E. & A. Bown. Celebrating 140 years since its plans were drawn, visitors can view the original drawings and explore this elegant building, known for its striking architecture and rich history.