West Yorkshire

'Connexions' at Mount Zion Heritage Chapel

'Connexions': Routes, Networks, Connections and our heritage. An open weekend at Mount Zion Heritage Chapel, tours, talks; a chance to explore this wonderful grade II* listed building and the stories that it tells.

"Halifax Town Centre Taster" Walking Tour

Walk with a local guide, pointing out listed buildings such as the Town Hall and Piece Hall and hear interesting details from the Medieval to Victorian eras and into modern times! Learn about the philanthropists and industrialists who shaped Halifax.

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

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

160th Anniversary --Treasured Time.

See the display of photographs showing the history of St. Saviour's Church. The memorial Chapel & beautiful stained glass windows. Join us on Sunday & sing your favourite hymns.

1940s day at the Museum and Old Kings Arms Horsforth

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

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!"

50th Anniversary Celebrations - Bradford Industrial Museum

Join us to celebrate 50 years of Bradford Industrial Museum - the first Local Authority-run Industrial Museum in the country!

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

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

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'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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Hallows' Church, Kirkburton

All Hallows' Church, Kirkburton open 1000-1600 Sat 7th Sept and Sat 14th Sept. Visitors can explore this medieval church; meet the Adopt-a-Grave and Burial Ground Teams; join a Celebration of our Heritage through Art and Local History walls

All Saints Parish Church

All Saints Parish Church dates to the 15th century, was restored in the 19th century and is a Grade I listed building

All Saints' Church Kirk Deighton

Come along and explore this historic Grade I listed church and take the opportunity to visit the bell-ringing chamber.

All Saints' Church, Barwick-in-Elmet

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

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.

Batley Heritage Walk

Walk back in time, and watch how shoddy brought vibrancy to the village of Batley and grew it into a thriving town.

Beckett Street Cemetery, Leeds

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

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

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

Beryl Burton: In Search of Britain's Greatest Athlete

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

Bierley St John the Evangelist - celebrating 200 years as a parish church.

From George IV to Charles III hear the stories and the voices coming together to celebrating the contribution of the church to the community of Bierley and beyond.

Boothtown & Southowram Methodist Church

Have you ever walked by the church on Boothtown Road and wondered what was inside, but not had the opportunity (or felt brave enough) to step inside our 117-year-old building? Now is the opportunity to satisfy your curiosity!

Bramhope Puritan Chapel

Take a look around this Grade I listed chapel built in 1649, a rare example of a church built specifically for Puritan worship.

Bramley - the village that disappeared

An archive display of over 400 photographs and 50 maps of old Bramley organised by Bramley History Society

Caphouse Machine Rally

Join us for the return of our popular machine rally, to embrace the art of engineering and the mechanics of mining. See vintage vehicles and mining machinery, with demonstrations and activities across site.

Castle Grove Masonic Hall - a connection to life in Victorian Headingley Moor

Join a guided tour of Castle Grove Masonic Hall, a magnificent villa in Far Headingley.

Castle Hill Heritage Day Walk

This walk will cover the known development and use of the monument from the Mesolithic to Modern Times.

Catapult Challenge

Drop in to this hands on activity, making and testing model catapults. Experiment with angles and designs to create the best catapults. Take aim and fire at our mini castle walls!

Celebrating 125 years of Textile Manufacturing

Bower Roebuck open day celebrates 125 years of textile manufacturing in New Mill. Book onto one of our working mill tours or drop in for exhibitions, displays, music and competitions. Local businesses will be selling food and refreshments.

Celebrating 125 years of Textile Manufacturing: Working Mill Tours

Bower Roebuck open day celebrates 125 years of textile manufacturing in New Mill. Book onto one of our working mill tours or drop in for exhibitions, displays, music and competitions. Local businesses will be selling food and refreshments.

Chronicles of Culture Launch

Join us for live performances of short stories written by young people as part of Wakefield Literature Festival. The original pieces of historic fiction are based on places in Wakefield district- including Pontefract Castle!

Church of the Epiphany Gipton Leeds

Visit the only 20th century Grade I listed parish church in England.

Clogs, bobbins, tea, cake and a warm Methodist welcome

Come along to a relaxed evening of music, dance and a bit of history. Briggate Morris will dance Northwest clog to live music on traditional instruments. Learn about the history of Northwest Morris and the Central Methodist Church.

Collective memory, shared identity and diaspora journeys. The stories of the Iraqi community in Leeds

Join us for an interactive masterclass on diaspora storytelling, explore the the routes community members took from their homeland, the connections that led them to the UK and networks they accessed in their journeys,

Colne Valley Museum-19th Century Weaver's life.

Step back in time, and visit our Museum, see the life of a West Riding Clothier in the 19th Century.

Connecting Hebden Bridge's Past and Present

Discover the rich and vibrant history of Hebden Bridge, from the images of Alice Longstaff to the creative artistry of our tenants. Explore the Birchcliffe Centre as we showcase our work in connecting Hebden Bridge's past and present!

Connecting the past to the present at Ledston Hall and gardens

A rare opportunity to visit this magnificent Grade I listed Hall and surrounding gardens.

Connecting the past to the present: 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.

Connecting the past to the present: Adel St John's Conservation Area Walk

Join local historians Wendy Grisedale and Val Crompton for a guided walk around the Adel Conservation Area.

Connecting the past to the present: Humphry Repton's commission for Benjamin Gott.

Humphry Repton was the leading landscape gardener of his generation; discover the legacy of his work at Armley for Benjamin Gott.

Connecting the past to the present: the story of Mabgate.

Historian Robert Dyson of the Civic Trust will lead you on a walking tour of Mabgate where you will discover its rich cultural heritage, from its agrarian roots through the industrial revolution and into the modern era.

Connections to Red House Yorkshire

Connections & Networks to Red House Yorkshire

Creating Connections at Swarthmore

Our exhibition celebrates the long and fascinating history of Swarthmore as a Centre for Lifelong Leaning, you can also book a place on our cyanotype workshop to create your very own blue plaque.

Cross Flatts Park Beeston - connecting the past with the present.

Following the success of the Heritage Open Day in 2023, it was decided to install a number of information boards in Cross Flatts Park. Visitors will be shown around the park and buy plants from a sale held by the local bloom group.

Crown Green Bowling - The Heritage Cup - Harehills Park Bowling Club

This annual competition for The Heritage Cup - played in a round robin format bringing people from across Yorkshire to celebrate the heritage of our wonderful sport of Crown Green Bowling. FREE entry into the competition and FREE for spectators.

CWGC Tours 2024 - Harrogate (Grove Road) Cemetery

Join us for a Commonwealth War Graves tour of Harrogate (Grove Road) Cemetery

CWGC Tours 2024 - Harrogate (Stonefall) Cemetery

Join us for a Heritage Open Days tour around Stonefall Cemetery in Harrogate and learn about the people from across the world who travelled to Britain's aid in the Second World War never to return home.

Dewsbury Minster Heritage Centre. Heritage exhibitions.

Additional Exhibitions during Heritage Open Days Ringing Remembers, The story of bellringers lost in WW1 Benjamin Thackrah, a quantum leap in campanology. The Indian Army in Dewsbury.

Dewsbury Minster Tower bellringing Have-A-Go

Tower bells in Dewsbury. 'Have a go' drop in session.
Join in with our band to experience traditional full circle bellringing Our tower bells are over 140 years old. Weighing from 4cwt to 13cwt. All welcome, no experience nec

Dewsbury Town Hall

A tour of Grade II* listed, Dewsbury Town Hall. A fascinating building with both cultural and local governance history to be explored.

Dive Into Our Archive at The Todmorden Hippodrome Theatre

The Todmorden Hippodrome was built in 1908 as a traditional vaudeville theatre. Come and see our extensive archive collection of photographs, artefacts, props, costumes & videos, charting the history of the building, its custodians and performers.

East Keswick Village Walk

A guided walk through this historic village, once a township in the Manor of Harewood. The village prospered and grew from the Victorian era but retains many earlier stone buildings amongst the more recent residential developments.

East Riddlesden Hall

A historic Yorkshire manor and intimate gardens, a hidden oasis on the edge of a West Yorkshire town. Enjoy homemade treats in the tearoom, find the perfect gift in the shop or burn off some energy in the Discovery garden or trim trail play areas.

Exhibition of Local Heritage Photographs and Information

We will have displays from the archives of various local historians besides our own. Two viewings of our virtual video tour of Morley Town Hall will be shown. Members will be available to answer questions on Heritage, Family History.

Exploring Edgar Wood’s Legacy: an Arts & Crafts walk

Celebrated architect Edgar Wood left a legacy of fine buildings in Lindley, but also inspired other local architects. Starting from Wood’s Briarcourt and ending at his Clock Tower, this walk of around 1.5 miles will introduce their work.

Faith Connections in Beeston --- Jamia Masjid Abu Huraira (Mosque)

This splendid Mosque, newly built in 2018, with the largest chandelier in Leeds, welcomes you to discover more about the faith, customs and culture of Islam. Timed to allow link with GNNSJ Gurudwara; both sites can be explored in the same morning.

Faith Connections in Beeston --- the GNNSJ Gurudwara

A warm welcome awaits at this imposing Gurudwara, chairman Tarlokh Singh Dhajal, beautifully converted from former Ringtons Tea premises. You can find out about the Sikh faith, its traditions, customs and culture, including a tour and refreshments

Farsley Rehoboth Burial Ground Tours

You are invited to tour a 200 year old burial ground that for years was neglected and untended. It is now being reclaimed as a community asset sharing its history, war graves, nature and ecology, with connections and routes linking the past to the present

Fearnville Stories - A People's History of Fearnville Leisure Centre

Join us to celebrate a people's history of Fearnville Leisure Centre before it makes way for a new Wellbeing facility. Listen to recorded stories from Centre users and staff, and print your own memento to take home!

From Mining village to Millenium village: the industrial heritage of Allerton Bywater

Join local historian Clive Cowell for a walk around Allerton Bywater, tracing old routes and re-connecting with the rich heritage of the area.

From the Queenshills to the Queenshills

Leeds Jewish Housing Association has been providing social housing for the Jewish community for 70 years. Come and learn about how we have shaped the social history and geography of North Leeds, and continue to do so.

Gissing Centre

The Gissing Centre is a small museum celebrating local writers, based in the childhood home of George Gissing (1857-1903) the late-Victorian novelist. The Centre invites visitors into a Victorian house in the heart of Wakefield.

Gledhow Valley Bath House

Come and find out about the well preserved and unique Bath house, set in the amazing urban woodland area of the Gledhow Valley Woods.

Greenwoods - Dewsbury's oldest shop

Visitors are able to interact with historical artefacts from Greenwoods, Dewsbury’s oldest shop, which has been trading continually since 1860. Come and see the history in its original setting including meeting Bolenium Bill.

Guided Tour - Bolling Hall Museum

Join us on a guided tour of Bolling Hall Museum. Find out some of the stories linked to it over the centuries.

Guided Tour - Cliffe Castle Museum

Join us on an guided tour of Cliffe Castle - a Victorian mansion turned museum....

Guided Town Walk

On Sunday 8th September 2024 we are conducting a Guided Town Walk of Wetherby. See our lovely leaping Salmon and visit our Georgian Bath House, and our Council Offices.

Halifax "Old Borough Magistrates Court and Central Police Station"

Join us on our fascinating new guided tour of Halifax Old Borough Magistrates Court and Central Police Station, a spectacular Victorian building on Harrison Road.

Halifax Heritage Bus Tour

Jump aboard our informative heritage bus ride. See places which you might not know much about or even knew existed! Places with a wealth of history to tell, many with listed building status.

Halifax Minster

Halifax Minster is a stunning 15th Century Grade 1 listed Parish Church, the third church on the site, a place of worship, prayer, civic engagement, education and culture.

Halifax Playhouse Theatre

Welcome to the Halifax Playhouse, our Grade II listed building, owned and volunteer run by the Halifax Thespians and venue for a wide variety of performances and events.

Halifax Town Hall Tour

Join us on a special guided tour of Halifax Town Hall, of immense architectural significance both inside and out. Voted one of the top ten Town Halls in the country (Architect Today 2008) and described as truly outstanding by Historic England.

Handbell Ringing - Have a go on our historic handbells

Handbells in Dewsbury. 'Have a go' drop in session. Join in with our band to experience traditional handbell tune ringing. Our handbells are over 100 years old. All welcome, no musical experience necessary.

Harvest Festival Day on The Rosebank

To celebrate the end of the (hopefully) bountiful growing season, we're having a community Harvest Festival Day on The Rosebank to share the goodies we've been working hard to grow all year.

Have A Play Day

Join us for a musical morning at The Old Courthouse in Halifax!

Headingley Methodist Church Open Day - As Time Goes By on the Otley Road

You are welcome to visit one of the oldest church buildings in Headingley. See the church and its garden, view our exhibition about Otley Road over the past 200 years and reminisce about bygone shops and buildings. Enjoy home-made refreshments.

Hebble Trail Tour

Join us on our new guided Hebble Trail walk, starting at Salterhebble Basin following the route of the old Halifax Branch Canal towards Bailey Hall in Halifax Town Centre. Walk the former canal's length as the route climbs 100ft over 1 ½ miles

Hebden Bridge Picture House

Heritage Open Day at Hebden Bridge Picture House, Saturday, September 7th, 10am-noon. Vintage films, information about the history of the 103-year-old cinema, talks, refreshments, poster sale.

Here, There and Everywhere

How a small community in Pudsey developed global connections.

Heritage Open Day-Guided Tour of the Jo Cox More in Common Building at the University of Huddersfield

Join us at the University of Huddersfield's, Platinum WELL Building Standard, Jo Cox More in Common Building to experience a tour with a difference to learn how health, wellbeing and sustainability are central to the building and it's users.

Heritage Pub Walk

Join heritage pub enthusiast Jim Brettell for a guided walk round some of the city centre's most popular examples.

High Flatts Quaker Meeting House

Appreciate the history and setting of the 365-year-old High Flatts Quaker Meeting House which is a grade II listed building along with its surroundings and panoramic views to the East.

High Royds: connecting to the lost world of a Victorian Asylum.

This walk led by local historian Clive Woods will trace how a rural landscape was transformed into a Victorian asylum and subsequently a residential development.

Highfields College

Highfields College 1839-2024 A place of higher education built by the Architect J P Pritchett. Lord Asquith, the last liberal Prime minister, being one of the notable attendees at the college

Historic Walk through Kirkburton

A vicar’s wife shot, the local myth of ‘traitle oil’ and 93000 soldiers from the Royal Corps of Signals… join us on a walk around the oldest part of Kirkburton to discover the rich and fascinating history of this West Yorkshire Village.

Historical Tour of Dewsbury Minster

An active guided tour from Saxon times to the present day. Appreciate The Reredos. See the Medieval stained glass window See the the Saxon Cross stones. Understand the building evolution.

Holmbridge Connections - People, Places and Pathways

Huddersfield and District Family History Society Exhibition People and Places - online searches by experts. Old maps - before the reservoirs! Explore with walk leaflets. Kids' trail. Cafe

Holmfirth Parish Church

Open day on the 14th September, 10.00am until 4.00pm

Holy Trinity Church, Rothwell

Explore the historic medieval parish church of Rothwell. A continuous place of worship in the heart of Rothwell since 1130 AD.

Hope Foundry Tour

MAP Charity open up Grade II listed Hope Foundry and invite you to discover more about the site's origins and current usage.

Horton Moravian Church, Little Horton

Horton Moravian Church has been in Little Horton, Bradford, since its foundation in 1838. The Moravian Church is an interesting Christian denomination because of its history, both local and international, community and missionary.

How do you know you're in Harehills?

A 2 hour workshop that focuses on the three key shopping parades through Harehills (Roundhay Road, Harehills Road and Harehills Lane) as part of the Routes - Connections - Networks theme. We'll explore the past, present and future of these streets.

Hoyle Court Masonic Hall, Baildon

Hoyle Court is set in beautifully maintained gardens. The Hall contains a number of Lodge rooms including an Egyptian room. The Hall also contains a listed feature staircase. All of which will be open to the public. There will also be an art display

Hudderfield Parish Church of St Peter

St Peter's is 2* listed and dates from 1836. There are elements from the 16C building with later Georgian features. There is work by the renowned architect Sir Ninian Comper and some interesting stained glass windows. Guided tours are offered.

Huddersfield Town Hall Tour

A tour of Grade II listed, Huddersfield Town Hall. A fascinating building with both cultural and local governance history to be explored.

Hunslet's Rugby History

From Union to 1895 Northern Union breakaway to Rugby League, explore 141yr history. See the 1883 Minutes Book. Meet the first rugby superstar, the first black professional player, the players who went to war, the present players training. Bar open

Hyde Park Our Story

Hyde Park has a rich cultural heritage, a unique suburb of the city with many stories to tell. This event will launch an exhibition of works and memorabilia about Hyde Park, featuring speakers sharing the history and stories of life then and now.

Hyde Park Picture House - 'Do you remember the old cinemas of Leeds?' Talk with Jane Ellis

A free talk from speaker Jane Ellis looking at the heyday of "going to the pictures" through the collected memories and pictures of local people.

Hyde Park Picture House - Self-Guided Cinema Tours plus Guided Projection Room Tours

A great opportunity to explore our grade II listed cinema. Get to see our heritage features without interruption alongside the new aspects of our building as well as the chance go behind the scenes of our Projection Room.

Hyde Park Picture House - 'Hyde and Seek' Family Friendly Screening: Mary Poppins (PG, 1964)

Join us for special family friendly screenings of this gloriously magical and whimsical classic on its 60th anniversary in our grade II listed cinema.

Hyde Park Picture House - 'Hyde and Seek' Family Friendly Screening: The Kid (U, 1921)

An amazing opportunity to see Charlie Chaplin's most ambitious film to date, a masterpiece of the silent era in our grade II listed cinema.

Hyde Park Picture House - Guided Cinema Tour

Join us for a guided tour around our glorious Grade II listed Picture House on the run up to our 110th birthday to learn about our original heritage features and recent renovation in 2023.

Ilkley Blue Plaques Upper Trail

A walk to see some of the Blue Plaques put up by Ilkley Civic Society in south Ilkley in the Wells Road area, and launch of a self-guiding map.

Ilkley Manor House

Explore Ilkley's Roman history with family-friendly activities and tours! Create a mini Roman road to take home, transform into a centurion with dress-up fun, and design a Roman shield. Join expert John Cockshott on walks around the Roman fort site.

Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Centre in the former Assembly Rooms (Central Leeds)

Recently renovated Waterloo House has become a beautiful Kadampa Meditation Centre. On 14 September we are offering free meditation sessions and historic building tours. Also enjoy the World Peace Cafe and bookshop - everyone welcome!

King James's School

There has been a school on this site since 1547. From 1608 until 1974 it was a boys' Grammar School. It is now a flourishing mixed comprehensive school. Some of the buildings still in use date back to 1750.

Kirkburton Graveyard Tour

A landlord buried where his kitchen garden once stood; a victim of the Holmfirth floods and a young girl struck by lightening!

Last orders? Hudds pubs: past, present and future

Discover Huddersfield's wonderful and varied pubs, from the deserted and converted, to the surviving and thriving.

Leeds and the railway age

Michael Meadowcroft returns to the historic Lancasterian School Room with another talk for Heritage Open Days.

Leeds Bradford - the UKs highest commercial airport

This talk tells the history of Yorkshire's premier airport from its founding in 1931 to the 21st century; the highest in the UK. It includes the interesting war years when it became a major producer of Avro bombers and reconnaissance aircraft.

Leeds Cathedral Guided Tours

Leeds Cathedral (The Cathedral Church of St Anne) is a Grade II* Listed Building, completed in 1904. It is one of 22 Catholic cathedrals in England & Wales, and widely recognised as an outstanding example, of Art & Crafts architecture and design.

Leeds Central Library - Heritage Tour

Take a guided tour of this Grade II* listed Victorian masterpiece in the historic heart of Leeds. From antique Potts clocks to grinning stone guard dogs, explore the secrets behind the scenes of one of the city's most amazing public buildings.

Leeds Festival Chorus: Come and Sing

Connect with local history through music in this special 'Come and Sing' event with Leeds Festival Chorus.

Leeds Heritage Visits to DePuy Synthes, Leeds

Opportunity to visit a historical manufacturing site in Beeston, Leeds. The site has been here since the 1950s as a Medical Devices Manufacturing Facility, supporting the pioneering manufacturing of Charnley Hip Stem which has led the way for standards in Orthopaedics Hip Implants that are used today worldwide.

Leeds Industrial Museum - Free entry and HODs special events

Visit Leeds Industrial Museum for free on Friday 6, Saturday 7, and Sunday 8 September. Tours of new exhibitions 'Entangled' and 'Engineery' will be available on the Friday 6 September. Family friendly activities available throughout the festival.

Leeds Local History Open Day

Let us take you on a journey through the history of Leeds and highlight treasures from our library collections.

Leeds West Railway Walk

A circular walk to look at the remaining historic railway infrastructure on the west side of Leeds.

Links to transport in Lawnswood Cemetery: a guided walk

Ann Lightman will lead a themed walk around some of the 53 acre Lawnswood Cemetery, with its wonderful memorials to the "great and the good" of Leeds and elsewhere. She will concentrate on memorials with some links to transport.

Lister Lane Cemetery Open Day

This Open Day will be an opportunity to find out more about this historic cemetery.

Lost Railways of Kirklees

Visit us at Kirklees Local Studies Library to learn about the railway lines and stations across Kirklees lost to time.

Mahogany to MDF - Aviary House, Armley - A survivor of 138 years of home improvement - Tour

Built in 1886, this Leeds red-brick end terrace house retains a surprising number of original features. Visitors will get a glimpse of how this wedge-shaped house was originally decorated, and how it has survived subsequent attempts at modernisation.

Making a Medieval Herb Garden    Ages 16+

Ever wanted to create a garden inspired by history? Find out how you can grow your own medieval herb garden in this informative talk.

Making and breaking: the place of clay in Leeds

Rebecca Catterall is the founder of Sunken Studio, a co-working pottery in south Leeds. Rachael Unsworth is an urban geographer and Leeds tour guide. Join them in conversation as they explore the place of clay in Leeds.

Manningham Walk

An in-person guided walk around the Manningham area of Bradford.

Methley routes by river, rail and road

The Methley Archive will once again share some of their extensive local collection at Rivers Meet Cafe for Heritage Open Days.

Middleton Railway - site of the first steam trains

Middleton Railway was where the world's very first proper steam engines ran. To learn more, come on down and hear an illustrated talk.

Mirfield Masonic Lodge 1102

A unique opportunity to have a look around Mirfield Masonic Lodge, formed in 1866 and steeped in history. You will be able to have a look around, and see the temple, the past master's room, with the roll of honour of all the past Masters!

Monopoly and More - A Waddingtons boardgames night Tickets

As part of the city-wide celebration of Waddingtons Games, Cards or Die is collaborating with Hyde Park Book Club and Heritage Open Days to bring you an evening of Vintage Waddingtons Games!

Nothing lasts forever: Peter Mitchell

Join Peter Mitchell in a Gallery tour of his exhibition as he reflects on his long rooted connection with the city of Leeds.

Once Upon a Time at Bramley Baths

If this pool could talk.....what stories would it tell? Olympic medallists, Hollywood swimming costumes, legendary dances, Finding Nemo, and being saved by people power. Hear the stories of Bramley Baths brought to life by professional storytellers.

Otley Bridge Church, a listed building dating from the late 19th Century.

Otley Bridge Church, a listed building dating from the late 19th Century, is open for self-guided tours, viewing of the East Window commemorating those who served in WWI, treasure hunts, and displays. Light refreshments will be available.

Otley Courthouse

'Otley connected and disconnected'. How a rural Yorkshire town with an ancient crossing point over the River Wharfe made connections with the wider world over the centuries.

Otley Parish Church

Grade I listed medieval church, featuring a display of Anglian cross pieces dating from the 8th, 9th and 10th centuries. Informative guided tours, display of historical documents, rolling presentations, and self-guided tours for adults and children.

Pepper Hill Unitarian Chapel

Visit this charming moorland nonconformist chapel with art-deco stained-glass windows and a fascinating history.

Poetry Please!

Trio Literati are back for another performance specially written for Heritage Open Days hosted this year by the delightful Cafe Yoga in Horsforth.

Pontefract Castle Explorer Tour

Discover the intriguing history of Pontefract Castle on a friendly and informative tour of the castle. This tour is free for Heritage Open Days!

Providence Methodist Church - Golcar

Look around the church and learn about its history Exhibition in the schoolroom Refreshments available in the schoolroom

Pudsey Masonic Hall

Discover Pudsey Masonic Hall - a hidden gem in the town.

Railway History Walk, Wellington Place

Join us for a guided railway history walking tour around the local area of Wellington Place.

Ravensknowle Park Vintage Motorcycle Show

An opportunity for enthusiasts to get together with others and exhibit their classic bikes, swap stories and experiences in the relaxed surroundings of Ravensknowle Park

Religion in Middleton Past

Join Friends of Middleton Park member John Newbould for a walk and talk about recusancy in Middleton.

Restored Heritage '24 plus

A fabulous Grade 1 Building in a historic Conservation area landscape. Plus talks about local people remembered in our churchyard and The Civil War in West Yorkshire and an exhibition of photographs by Paul Harrison

Rhubarb Routes

Learn more about the paths and waterways that helped Victorian Gentleman farmer Joseph Whitwell become the largest forced rhubarb producer in the world, at Hollybush Farm.

ROBERTTOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Roberttown Community Centre Church Lane, Roberttown, WF15 7LS Past Present & Future open day 7th September 2024 11 - 2pm Free Entry - Drinks and snacks available.

Roman Roads to Motorways, Trains, Trams Turnpikes and Pathways

Join us for a display of Spen Valley Routes, Networks and Connections - from Roman Roads to Motorways - Trains, Trams, Turnpikes and Pathways. Music from Musica Mirfield Senior Wind Band and a Transport Quiz and Nature Trail for children.

Roundhay's Hidden Gem

St John's Church was originally built for the Nicholson family who lived at the Mansion in Roundhay Park. Although rather off the beaten track it offers unusual insights into the history of North Leeds.

Royal Halifax Infirmary

Join us on a special guided walking tour of Royal Halifax Infirmary to hear all about how it was established and stories of those who worked, contributed to or experienced hospital life here.

Secret Passages and Hidden Tunnels with Dr James Wright

An evening with award winning archaeologist Dr James Wright who will explore the real history behind tales of mysterious secret passages and hidden tunnels.

Short films on Roundhay Park, its Friends' Garden, and the Man at Oakwood Clock

Short films made by Oakwood Film Academy about The Man at the Oakwood Clock, making the film, and how The Friends of Rounday Park created an award winning garden (followed by a tour of the garden), followed by an illustrated history of the park.

Skelmanthorpe Textile Heritage Centre

This small museum, in a former Weaver's Cottage, comprises: downstairs the family living quarters of a hand-loom weaver c1900; and upstairs a working handloom along with fascinating displays and artefacts linked to our textile heritage.

Skelton Grange Environment Centre Open Day

Join us for Skelton Grange Environment Centre’s Open Day on Saturday 7th September! Come and enjoy nature walks, activities and refreshments at our award-winning eco-building and nature area.

Sound System Culture Mini Festival

A celebration of reggae sound system culture through film, music and dance!

Spenfield: 'the finest surviving suite of Victorian domestic rooms in Leeds'

A rare opportunity to visit the communal areas of this magnificent grade 2* listed house in Far Headingley, including the exquisite Peacock Room.

St Aidan's Church Leeds

The home off the largest mosaic in Northern Europe.

St George's Crypt

St George's Crypt, positioned in the centre of Leeds has offered award-winning, 24/7 emergency accommodation for the homeless since 1930. 65,700 hot meals, 12,382 showers and 10,920 beds were provided alone last year.

St Giles, Church of England

Guides available , giving tours and aspects of the history of the church. A visit to the bell ringing chamber (open 1000-1300), the bell chamber is not accessible. Refreshments will be available in the café.

St Hilda's Church

Built in 1882, by Yorkshire architect JT Micklethwaite, designed for Anglo-Catholic worship. Amazing collection of carved and decorated woodwork. A landmark building at a major gateway into the city, close to the A63, en route from Junction 45.

St John the Baptist Wakefield

Free entry to Grade II listed Georgian Church Building. Guided tours of Crypt and Bell/Clock Tower. Archive display material exhibition. Refreshments available.

St John the Evangelist Church, Birkby

Come and visit

St John the Evangelist Church, Golcar

We are due to celebrate our Bicentenary in 2030. Each year brings new information about our history and we hope that this year is no exception.

St Jude's

Heritage Open Day offers an opportunity to come inside this prominent grade 2 listed landmark building. St Jude's sits on the corner of Savile Park Moor in Halifax.

St Luke's and St Matthew's Lutheran Church

Visit one of the few Lutheran Churches in the country! With a house designed by Cuthbert Brodrick that still has many of its original features.

St Mary the Blessed Virgin

Grade II listed church, refurbished. Sculpture by Peter Eugene Ball and three Robert Thompson (Mouseman) items. Grave of Mary Taylor, friend of Charlotte Bronte.

St Mary's Church, Swillington

Come and explore our very ancient but living church

St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

Welcome to our beautiful Grade 1 listed Mediaeval church which has been a place of continuous worship for nearly one thousand years.

St Michael and All Angels’ Church Headingley - Open Day

Come and discover the beautiful parish church of St Michael and All Angels’, Headingley. Our large Victorian church has a wealth of stained glass windows, the remains of the ancient Original Oak of Headingley, and Thompson mice to be found!

St Paul's Church: Open as part of Yorkshire Churches Day

An opportunity to walk around our Grade II* church and to view the architecture, our stunning windows, the history, the organ and roof projects, along with all the events we put on each year besides the Anglo-Catholic worship that takes place weekly.

St Peter the Apostle Church, Kirkthorpe

St Peter the Apostle is a Grade II listed medieval building and grounds situated in a semi-rural area 3 miles from the ancient city of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Many interesting features, including a 6 bell tower, church hall, upper and lower churchyards.

St Peter's Church, Birstall

St Peter's Church is over 900 years old. It is a place of historical significance with links to the Bronte sisters and John Nelson. There is lots to discover both inside and outside the church for all ages.

St Peter's Church, Sowerby

A Grade I listed Georgian church familiarly known as Sowerby St Peter's. It has recently been used in the first Gentleman Jack television series. View heritage textiles as you listen to local organists who will be playing whilst the church is open.

St Saviour's Church, Brownhill, Batley

File containing documents and photographs of items in the church will be displayed. DVDs featuring the church and other local churches will be shown during the day.

St Saviours Church Leeds

Walk round the Grade I listed beautiful church and grounds to take in the architecture and stained glass windows. Refreshments available

St Stephen's Church, Lindley

Beautiful Grade II listed church of 1829, serving the community of Lindley.

St Thomas' Church Heritage Open Day in conjunction with Yorkshire Historic Churches Trust

An opportunity to visit a Grade 2 listed Victorian gem in Batley

St Thomas' Church, Thurstonland

St Thomas' is a small parish church set in a hilltop village above Holmfirth in West Yorkshire We will explore its heritage, links with the past and connections with the local community, the countryside and local walking a transport links.

St. Anne in the Grove

St. Anne in the Grove, Church Lane, West Yorkshire, HX3 9TD Available anytime Pre-booking not required St. Anne in the Grove, Church Lane, Southowram HX3 9TD, will be open 11.30am-1.00pm

St. Bartholomew's Church, Armley

Visit our huge church, its tower and spire visible for miles, see our beautiful font, lectern, pulpit, Reredos, and our world-famous Schulze Organ. You will not be disappointed! We also boast a comprehensive exhibition area.

St. James' Church, Woodside, Horsforth

Come and discover some of the history of this Grade II listed building which has served the local community since Victorian times and continues to do so today.

St. Michael the Archangel Church

Guided tour of the Church in Emley, visit the bell chamber, climb the tower and access the roof

Sunny Bank Mills - Cloth Connections from Farsley to Guatemala! A journey around the world through our fascinating heritage site.

Explore these atmospheric mills, which produced some of the finest cloth in the world, on a free heritage tour. Visit the new Gallery exhibition, our artists' Open Studios, Sculpture Trail & Family Trail before enjoying refreshments in the tearoom.

Talk: Lives and times of eminent prisoners at Pontefract Castle   Ages 16+

Discover the fascinating stories of people held prisoner at Pontefract Castle over the centuries. A history talk for adults (16+)

Taster Sessions in Family History

Taster sessions in Family History available at Batley Community Centre.

Temple Newsam Cultural Connections

This tour weaves together the invisible strings that connect Temple Newsam House to other historic houses and places of historical interest.

The 'Monumental' Connections of Bradford Cathedral and its Miniature Model

We explore the Routes, Networks and Connections through monuments and features, highlighting key moments in Bradford’s history, celebrating local transport heroes, plus a talk from the creator of model town Chandwell, as seen on YouTube.

The Actor, the Singer, the Medics and the Solicitor - Victorian connections at Beckett Street Cemetery

Lesley Newnham's illustrated talk examines the lives of some notable people who lived in Leeds in Victorian times and who are all buried in Beckett Street Cemetery.

The Advancement in Dental Technology - Leeds University School of Dentistry

View our exciting historical artefacts and explore our new modern facilities!

The Church of St John the Evangelist Dewsbury Moor.

St John's Dewsbury Moor celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2023 and will again be open on Sat 7th and 14th Sept 24. from 1100am - 3.00pm for history. ancestry and activities.

The Duchess Blue Plaque Unveiling

Join Leeds Civic Trust for the unveiling of their 198th blue plaque for 'The Duchess'!

The Leeds Goth QR Code Challenge

You are invited to explore Leeds’ heritage as the birthplace of Goth culture. QR codes have been hidden across the city centre, each marking sites of significance. Scan the codes to discover Goth facts about each location and complete the challenge.

The long and winding road to Kirkstall Abbey

Kirkstall Abbey is one of the country's finest and best preserved Cistercian monastic ruins. This illustrated talk will explore the historical events leading up to its foundation.

The Longwood Sing

The Historic Annual Longwood Sing, now in its 151st year!

The Medieval Road system around Batley