History and Heritage Yorkshire
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Independent researcher/writer/broadcaster in the history, heritage and culture sectors. Editor, History and Heritage Yorkshire Magazine, Also write's on poverty, community and other things. Regular Bylines Network writer. Servant to a Patterdale
From a speech by Henry Brougham MP for Yorkshire 1830 on the importance of Yorkshire having representation in parliament. "We don't live in the days of barons, thank God. We live in the days of Leeds, of Bradford, of Halifax, and of Huddersfield - we live in the
November 18, 2025 at 7:02 PM
From a speech by Henry Brougham MP for Yorkshire 1830 on the importance of Yorkshire having representation in parliament. "We don't live in the days of barons, thank God. We live in the days of Leeds, of Bradford, of Halifax, and of Huddersfield - we live in the
The windswept graveyard of St Mary's Church in Whitby is a fascinating place to spend some time. Many of the headstones are weathered with some dating back to the early 19th century. The graveyard has been used for centuries as a burial site for ordinary people and as the
November 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
The windswept graveyard of St Mary's Church in Whitby is a fascinating place to spend some time. Many of the headstones are weathered with some dating back to the early 19th century. The graveyard has been used for centuries as a burial site for ordinary people and as the
Under the iron ribs of York’s great hall at night,
Its lamps pool on platforms where footsteps echo light.
Empty rails lie quiet, stretching out beneath the arching dome,
Their silence holding stories of those who once passed home.
Its lamps pool on platforms where footsteps echo light.
Empty rails lie quiet, stretching out beneath the arching dome,
Their silence holding stories of those who once passed home.
November 17, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Under the iron ribs of York’s great hall at night,
Its lamps pool on platforms where footsteps echo light.
Empty rails lie quiet, stretching out beneath the arching dome,
Their silence holding stories of those who once passed home.
Its lamps pool on platforms where footsteps echo light.
Empty rails lie quiet, stretching out beneath the arching dome,
Their silence holding stories of those who once passed home.
This image of Bolton Priory from the 1850s by Joseph Cundall (1818–1895) and Philip Henry Delamotte (1821–1889)is really quite interesting. The priory looks to be in a very precarious state. The priory was dissolved in 1539, and the Clifford family, who were the former
November 17, 2025 at 10:47 AM
This image of Bolton Priory from the 1850s by Joseph Cundall (1818–1895) and Philip Henry Delamotte (1821–1889)is really quite interesting. The priory looks to be in a very precarious state. The priory was dissolved in 1539, and the Clifford family, who were the former
The area around Howden and Selby is remarkably rich in its history and heritage but is often overlooked. That includes Wressle Castle which was constructed in the 14th century for Sir Thomas Percy, Earl of Worcester, who was executed in July 1403 after taking part in a
November 17, 2025 at 7:03 AM
The area around Howden and Selby is remarkably rich in its history and heritage but is often overlooked. That includes Wressle Castle which was constructed in the 14th century for Sir Thomas Percy, Earl of Worcester, who was executed in July 1403 after taking part in a
the poverty and hardship many people faced at the time. Of course there would also have been the lectures about the demon drink etc. Images courtesy of Angela Connelly and Leeds Libraries. The images date from 1900-1910.
November 16, 2025 at 7:55 PM
the poverty and hardship many people faced at the time. Of course there would also have been the lectures about the demon drink etc. Images courtesy of Angela Connelly and Leeds Libraries. The images date from 1900-1910.
Photographs dating from 1900-1910 illustrating the work of Leeds Methodist Mission amongst the poor and disadvantaged of the city. They offered a wide variety of practical, much needed assistance 'offering food, clothes and other help in an effort to combat
November 16, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Photographs dating from 1900-1910 illustrating the work of Leeds Methodist Mission amongst the poor and disadvantaged of the city. They offered a wide variety of practical, much needed assistance 'offering food, clothes and other help in an effort to combat
It is looking that this coming week will have a definitely colder feel to it. Winter Sunrise in the Yorkshire Dales from Tim Hill, Public Domain
November 16, 2025 at 8:07 AM
It is looking that this coming week will have a definitely colder feel to it. Winter Sunrise in the Yorkshire Dales from Tim Hill, Public Domain
It is really sad when events like today's Christmas market and light switch on in Cleckheaton affected by the continuous rain. They are big days for craftspeople, artisans, small businesses and charities. By the way I picked up a nice sage green wreath to match my new sitting room colour scheme.
November 15, 2025 at 12:19 PM
It is really sad when events like today's Christmas market and light switch on in Cleckheaton affected by the continuous rain. They are big days for craftspeople, artisans, small businesses and charities. By the way I picked up a nice sage green wreath to match my new sitting room colour scheme.
Over the remembrance weekend I was discussing the way women workers were treated both during and after the world wars. In March 1946, a protest meeting was held by around 700 Women's Land Army (WLA) members at Caxton Hall in London. The women gathered to air their grievances
November 15, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Over the remembrance weekend I was discussing the way women workers were treated both during and after the world wars. In March 1946, a protest meeting was held by around 700 Women's Land Army (WLA) members at Caxton Hall in London. The women gathered to air their grievances
In 1920, in the aftermath of the First World War, the Yorkshire town of Keighley formed links with the badly damaged French town of Poix-du-Nord, funding the construction of a community centre there known as Keighley Hall. Although Keighley was said to have “adopted” Poix-du-Nord
November 15, 2025 at 9:34 AM
In 1920, in the aftermath of the First World War, the Yorkshire town of Keighley formed links with the badly damaged French town of Poix-du-Nord, funding the construction of a community centre there known as Keighley Hall. Although Keighley was said to have “adopted” Poix-du-Nord
restoration in 1950.Adjoining its rear is 1 Little Shambles, a Grade II listed historic building fronting Shambles Market. Images The corner of Shambles and Little Shambles, Tillman2007, CC BY-SA 4.0 and 1 Little Shambles (on the right), dun_deagh, CCBY-SA 2.0
November 15, 2025 at 7:43 AM
restoration in 1950.Adjoining its rear is 1 Little Shambles, a Grade II listed historic building fronting Shambles Market. Images The corner of Shambles and Little Shambles, Tillman2007, CC BY-SA 4.0 and 1 Little Shambles (on the right), dun_deagh, CCBY-SA 2.0
41–42 Shambles is a late-15th-century, three-storey timber-framed building on the corner of the Shambles and Little Shambles in York. Jettied in two stages to the north and east, its north-east corner is carried on dragon beams. The ground floor was later rebuilt in brick,
November 15, 2025 at 7:43 AM
41–42 Shambles is a late-15th-century, three-storey timber-framed building on the corner of the Shambles and Little Shambles in York. Jettied in two stages to the north and east, its north-east corner is carried on dragon beams. The ground floor was later rebuilt in brick,
I thought I'd post something "Children in Needish!" Ok it's tenuous but I love this 1880s advertising for Emanuel Mortimer's grocery store at Lowtown, Pudsey (ok I said It was tenuous). It was the fact that you could buy so many different grades of currant and
November 14, 2025 at 8:08 PM
I thought I'd post something "Children in Needish!" Ok it's tenuous but I love this 1880s advertising for Emanuel Mortimer's grocery store at Lowtown, Pudsey (ok I said It was tenuous). It was the fact that you could buy so many different grades of currant and
and Etch-a-Sketch. Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns and a special Ghost Stories for Christmas evening revives the Victorian custom of sharing supernatural tales on winter nights. See Alt for image details and credits. yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk #Christmas #Heritage #Yorkshire #Museums #York 4/4
November 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
and Etch-a-Sketch. Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns and a special Ghost Stories for Christmas evening revives the Victorian custom of sharing supernatural tales on winter nights. See Alt for image details and credits. yorkcastlemuseum.org.uk #Christmas #Heritage #Yorkshire #Museums #York 4/4
this older, folkloric version. Historic rooms show how Yorkshire families marked Christmas in the 17th - 21st centuries, while demonstrations in the Castle Kitchen revive Tudor and Georgian mince pie recipes. The Sixties Street explores festive style in the age of Biba 3/4
November 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
this older, folkloric version. Historic rooms show how Yorkshire families marked Christmas in the 17th - 21st centuries, while demonstrations in the Castle Kitchen revive Tudor and Georgian mince pie recipes. The Sixties Street explores festive style in the age of Biba 3/4
by 20th century advertising, Father Christmas in Britain was often shown wearing green robes. He was linked to midwinter feasting, greenery and the spirit of the season rather than gift giving. The museum's Green Father Christmas appears throughout December to reflect 2/4
November 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
by 20th century advertising, Father Christmas in Britain was often shown wearing green robes. He was linked to midwinter feasting, greenery and the spirit of the season rather than gift giving. The museum's Green Father Christmas appears throughout December to reflect 2/4
Step into Yorkshire Christmases Past at York Castle Museum. From tomorrow you can explore over 200 years of festive traditions as Kirkgate, the museum’s Victorian street, is dressed with period decorations and Christmas trees. Before the red-suited figure popularised 1/4
November 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Step into Yorkshire Christmases Past at York Castle Museum. From tomorrow you can explore over 200 years of festive traditions as Kirkgate, the museum’s Victorian street, is dressed with period decorations and Christmas trees. Before the red-suited figure popularised 1/4
Earlier this morning someone was telling me that they have a long family history connection with a certain church. Greater mobility however, is reshaping our sense of place, and it’s already changed how families think about their roots. As people move more often, and far from
November 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Earlier this morning someone was telling me that they have a long family history connection with a certain church. Greater mobility however, is reshaping our sense of place, and it’s already changed how families think about their roots. As people move more often, and far from
St. Peter's Church, Sowerby Bridge has a history dating back to at least 1592, with the current building being the third on the site, constructed between 1763 and 1766. The current Georgian structure, built by stonemason John Wilson and based on Holy
November 14, 2025 at 7:15 AM
St. Peter's Church, Sowerby Bridge has a history dating back to at least 1592, with the current building being the third on the site, constructed between 1763 and 1766. The current Georgian structure, built by stonemason John Wilson and based on Holy
Situated in what was the former hamlet of Norton Lees, a tiny village surrounded by the fields of the Derbyshire countryside, with Sheffield a small town some two miles away is the Bishops House. Dating to around the mid 16th century with later rebuilding and extensions, the
November 14, 2025 at 6:13 AM
Situated in what was the former hamlet of Norton Lees, a tiny village surrounded by the fields of the Derbyshire countryside, with Sheffield a small town some two miles away is the Bishops House. Dating to around the mid 16th century with later rebuilding and extensions, the
Following on from this morning's post. The Citadel Watchtower, Hull is a 17th-century remnant of the Citadel (1681–90). The tower eventually served as a folly in East Park’s “Khyber Pass” gardens before being restored to its present site. Paul Glazzard / Citadel watchtower, Hull / CC BY-SA 2.0
November 13, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Following on from this morning's post. The Citadel Watchtower, Hull is a 17th-century remnant of the Citadel (1681–90). The tower eventually served as a folly in East Park’s “Khyber Pass” gardens before being restored to its present site. Paul Glazzard / Citadel watchtower, Hull / CC BY-SA 2.0
century including the building of the citadel. By 1864 the castle and blockhouses though were demolished. Images: John Speed's 1611 map of Hull, depicting the castle and blockhouses and South Blockhouse (centre) and
November 13, 2025 at 5:59 AM
century including the building of the citadel. By 1864 the castle and blockhouses though were demolished. Images: John Speed's 1611 map of Hull, depicting the castle and blockhouses and South Blockhouse (centre) and
Hull Castle was an artillery fort in Kingston upon Hull together with two supporting blockhouses. It defended the eastern side of the River Hull, and was constructed by King Henry VIII to protect against attack from France. It was heavily redesigned in the 17th
November 13, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Hull Castle was an artillery fort in Kingston upon Hull together with two supporting blockhouses. It defended the eastern side of the River Hull, and was constructed by King Henry VIII to protect against attack from France. It was heavily redesigned in the 17th
The grade I listed Garforth House stands at 54 Micklegate in York’s city centre. It has recently gone on the market at some £3.5m. The site once held two early 18th-century tenements, bought by William Garforth and his nephew Edmund, who cleared them in the 1750s to
November 13, 2025 at 1:57 AM
The grade I listed Garforth House stands at 54 Micklegate in York’s city centre. It has recently gone on the market at some £3.5m. The site once held two early 18th-century tenements, bought by William Garforth and his nephew Edmund, who cleared them in the 1750s to