West Yorkshire Collection (#4)

Food, glorious food helps the street party at Browning Road, Sheepridge, go with a swing. Celebrations for the wedding of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson. 23rd July 1986

Miners of the Bullclliffe Colliery near Wakefield seen here coming off shift. 30th July 1963

Essex joined the Yorkshire-Lancashire waterway at Marsden yesterday. Pop star, actor and patron of Huddersfield Canal Society David Essex was at Tunnel End Canal

Some 200 Sea Cadets from all over West Yorkshire paraded through Huddersfield as part of the celebrations for Trafalgar Day, Some 25 Huddersfield cadets took part in the event

Competitors for the great Lawn Mower Grand Prix line-up on the Sands Hatch starting grid, waiting for Holmfirth Round Table chairman Mr Trevor Coldwell to drop the chequered flag

The retiring president of Huddersfield Womens Luncheon Club, Mrs Jean Gee (left), hands over the badge of office to successor Mrs Eileen Broadbent

Piles of paper, these pupils from Almondbury High School have been helping to collect six tons of paper for recycling as part of a major scheme

Kirkburton Karate Club had success at the Northern Championships in Sheffield with second and third places in individual competition and a second place in a team event

Paddocks Limelight Majorette Show Troupe scooped two top prizes at the recent 6th Universal Carnival Championships, at Bridlington

Brown Owl Mrs Kathleen Charlesworth has said goodbye to the 3rd (Kirkburton West) Lepton Methodist Brownies after 16 years

Zoe Cook (left) and Sarah Bull were star performers when six pupils of the Pam Strickland and Adele Taylor school of dancing went on a weeks holiday to Kent to brush up on their ballet, tap

Holly Bank School headteacher Mr Trevor Hodkinson accepts this £; 70 cheque from children in Norristhorpe Avenue, Liversedge

Retiring music teacher Miss Janet Beaumont takes the baton for the last time at the third annual music festival St Davids School, Marsh

A venture involving several hundred children has produced a multicoloured display of work. Pupils from state schools - Rawthorpe High, Moldgreen Junior and Infants, Dalton Infants, Dalton Juniors

Shine on... These cheeky Brownies couldn t resist waylaying Peter Boswell, of Moldgreen, to give his shoes a quick brush up on the first day of Brownie smile week

A fitness challenge day Kirkburton Karate Club raised over £; 1000 for Huddersfield Royal Infirmarys special care baby unit

Musicians in Honley High Schools senior orchestra came home the victorious from the National Festival of Music for Youth - after beating their own colleagues in the orchestra final

Children at South Crosland CE Junior School have every reason to be very proud of themselves. They organised a sponsored three-legged walk to raise money for a special hearing device for 11-year-old

Miss Examiner Madeleine Garbutt (left) is presented with a £1
Miss Examiner Madeleine Garbutt (left) is presented with a £ 1, 266 cheque for our appeal. The money was raised by about 50 pupils of the York Dance Studios, Milnsbridge

The piper calls the tune... these young hopefuls from Honley High School are aiming to gain a place in the National Festival of Music for Youth in London

Members of the Pathfinders youth group at St Pauls church, Shepley, present tapes of disco music to youngsters at Turnshaws School, Kirkburton

The Variety Club of Great Britain - the celebrities charity organization - has presented a minibus to Nortonthorpe Hall School, Scissett

Caring for the environment... Three schools in Rawthorpe combined together to spend a day on " litter alert" Rawthorpe Infant

Pond dipping... pupils of Sheepridges Ashbrow Junior School (from left) Marcus Bennett, Jason Swales, Sabrina Barrett and Matthew Crowther discover life at the bottom of Meltham Mills dam

Honley High School won two top awards at the National festival of Music for Youth in London. Assistant music teacher Miss Felicity Storer is pictured with some of the youngsters who took part

Headmaster Mr Peter Middleton (pictured), of Meltham CofE Primary School, presented Gold Arrows - the top awards for Cubs - to these youngsters from the area

Dining in style... retiring dinner lady Mrs Edna Maloney gets the VIP treatment during her last lunch hour at Berry Brow Infants and Nursery School

Working with Welephant... West Yorkshire Fire Services safety conscious friend visited Rowley Hill playgroup. The visit was arranged by care trainee Clair Hannam

Youngsters from the 2nd Huddersfield Boys Brigade took to the water to raise money. Captain-elect of the group Mr Eddie Keating (right)

A Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery, 1814, (1945). Creator: Unknown
A Blenkinsop Locomotive at a Yorkshire Colliery, 1814, (1945). Man smoking a pipe, and a Blenkinsop steam locomotive at Middleton colliery near Leeds, West Yorkshire

Merlin (Falco columarius), England

England, West Yorkshire, Bradford, Saltaire, Roberts Park, Statue of Titus Salt

Europe, England, West Yorkshire, Union Flag Chair

Europe, England, West Yorkshire, Steam Train

United Kingdom, England, West Yorkshire, Wakefield. The Hepworth Gallery

Old fire baskets at the Damems railway station, part of the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, Damems, Yorkshire, UK

D6, Explanation (key to map symbols), 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603386 D6, Explanation (key to map symbols), 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

B2, Calverly, Rawdon, Bramley, Rodley, Horsforth, Farsley & Stanningley, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603384 B2, Calverly, Rawdon, Bramley, Rodley, Horsforth, Farsley & Stanningley, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

A3, Bramhope, Arthington, Cookridge and Eccup, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603374 A3, Bramhope, Arthington, Cookridge and Eccup, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

B6, Barwick in Elmet & Aberford, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603371 B6, Barwick in Elmet & Aberford, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

D4, East Artdsley, Lofthouse & Wakefield, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603368 D4, East Artdsley, Lofthouse & Wakefield, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

C6, Garforth, Sturton, Kippax & Allerton Bywater, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603366 C6, Garforth, Sturton, Kippax & Allerton Bywater, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

C5, Temple Newsam, Colton, Swillington, Woodlesford, Oulton & Methley, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603381 C5, Temple Newsam, Colton, Swillington, Woodlesford, Oulton & Methley, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

A6, Top right corner with map title, featuring part of Bramham, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603379 A6, Top right corner with map title, featuring part of Bramham, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

D2, Gomersall, Healey, Heckmondwike & part of Dewsbury, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603376 D2, Gomersall, Healey, Heckmondwike & part of Dewsbury, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

B3, Detail from Map of ten miles around Leeds, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603375 B3, Detail from Map of ten miles around Leeds, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

D5, Altofts, Normanton, Stanley & Warmfield, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603372 D5, Altofts, Normanton, Stanley & Warmfield, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

A5, Bardsey & Scarcroft, 1849 (hand coloured engraving)
8603370 A5, Bardsey & Scarcroft, 1849 (hand coloured engraving) by Thorp, Joshua (19th century); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

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Welcome to West Yorkshire, a captivating region in England's United Kingdom. Explore the enchanting village of Haworth, nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Bronte Country. Immerse yourself in the literary heritage that inspired the renowned Bronte sisters. Transport yourself back in time with the Yorkshire West Riding Historical John Speed 1610 Map, tracing the footsteps of history across this remarkable county. Discover Leeds, a vibrant city boasting architectural marvels like the Grand Theatre, where culture and entertainment thrive. Uncover an antique map showcasing West Yorkshire's rich history, connecting it to neighboring towns such as Derby, Nottingham, and Lincoln. Wander through Middleton Woods near Ilkley and witness nature's masterpiece as bluebells blanket the forest floor. Marvel at Wakefield Bridge and its accompanying Chantry Chapel; these iconic landmarks stand as testaments to West Yorkshire's past. Journey south from Bradford's Manningham area for panoramic views of old wool mills that once shaped this industrial hub. Experience Stile Common Junior School's musical extravaganza - a testament to the call of creativity echoing throughout West Yorkshire. Visit Bradford City Park and be mesmerized by Garden of Light Display in Centenary Square; here art intertwines with urban life. Leeds' Grand Theatre beckons you into its opulent halls for unforgettable performances against a backdrop steeped in European charm. Delve into The Coal Miners Strike litho capturing Streethouse inhabitants digging for coal amidst refuse - an evocative reminder of their resilience. Travel back to 1845 with an unknown creator’s depiction of rustic sports at Harewood House Park – a glimpse into timeless traditions cherished by generations past. West Yorkshire invites you on an extraordinary journey through time and natural wonders – come discover its allure.