Heritage Open Day: Visit WYAS Leeds to see a pop up exhibition on the history of Waddingtons, the Leeds company behind Monopoly, Cluedo, playing... more >

West Yorkshire Archive Service, Leeds, Nepshaw Lane South, Gildersome, Leeds LS27 7JQ

Tue 10 Sep 24

A Great Day Out in Clifford, Visit St Lukeâ€™s as part of a Trio of Churches

Heritage Open Day: As part of visit A Trio of Churches (Clifford Methodist, St Edwardâ€™s RC and St Lukeâ€™s C of E) St Lukeâ€™s will be welcoming... more >

St Lukeâ€™s Church, Bramham Road, Clifford, Wetherby LS23 6JQ

Mon 9 Sep 24

Discover Clubs and Organisations in West Yorkshire

Electric Dreams 2024 - Electrifying Change - Mabel Matthews and the Electrical Association For Women

Heritage Open Day: Join the Women's Engineering Society in their Electric Dreams 2024 series of talks as they celebrate the formation of the... more >

Nelson Room, Town Hall, Bridge Street, Pontefract WF8 1PG

Mon 9 Sep 24

A Great Day Out in Clifford: Visit St Edwardâ€™s Catholic Church as Part of a Trio of Churches

Heritage Open Day: Clifford, listed in the Doomsday Book, is outstanding for its spiritual heritage. Visit the three churches of different Christian..... more >

49 High Street, Clifford, Wetherby LS23 6HJ

Mon 9 Sep 24

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

Heritage Open Day: Come along to a relaxed evening of music, dance and a bit of history. Briggate Morris will dance Northwest clog to live music on..... more >

Central Methodist Church, 106 Town Street, Horsforth LS18 4AH

Mon 9 Sep 24

A great day out in Clifford: visit Clifford Methodist Church as part of a trio of churches

Heritage Open Day: Our Connecting Clifford celebrations offer a unique opportunity to visit a trio of churches... more >

Clifford Methodist Church, Church View Mews, Clifford, Wetherby, Leeds LS23 6SZ

Mon 9 Sep 24

Huddersfield Seventh day Adventist Church

Heritage Open Day: Do you need a health check, want to see what our Pathfinders are all about, fancy trying some gospel singing, or want to find out... more >

Huddersfield Seventh Day Adventist Church, Corner of College Street and Park Road, Crosland Moor, Huddersfield HD4 5EB

Sun 8 Sep 24

The Longwood Sing

Heritage Open Day: The Historic Annual Longwood Sing, now in its 151st year! The Longwood Sing has been the centre of the community for many years... more >

The Longwood Tower, Back Thornhill Road, Longwood, Huddersfield HD3 4UW

Sun 8 Sep 24

Ravensknowle Park Vintage Motorcycle Show

Heritage Open Day: An opportunity for enthusiasts to get together with others and exhibit their classic bikes, swap stories and experiences in the... more >

Ravensknowle Park, Wakefield Road, Moldgreen, Huddersfield HD5 8DJ

Sun 8 Sep 24

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

Heritage Open Day: Join us for an interactive masterclass on diaspora storytelling, explore the the routes community members took from their... more >

Adp House, 35 Hanover Square, Leeds LS3 1BQ

Sun 8 Sep 24

St Mark's Church, Longwood

Heritage Open Day: Church open with historic items on display and access to the bell tower The church will be displaying some of its historic... more >

St Mark’s Church, St Mark’s Road, Longwood, Huddersfield HD3 4SZ

Sun 8 Sep 24

American Four Tops

Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown... more >

The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street HX1 1BP

Sun 8 Sep 24

The Great Middleton Park Show

This is the annual craft, flower and produce show with live music, singers, stalls, street food stalls, climbing wall and entertainment, organised by... more >

Town Street, Middleton, Leeds LS10 3SH

Sun 8 Sep 24

Manningham Walk

Heritage Open Day: An in-person guided walk around the Manningham area of Bradford. This free in-person guided walk, with a guide in costume, will..... more >

Manningham Mills, Lilycroft Road, Bradford BD9 5AB

Sun 8 Sep 24

Bankfield Museum

Heritage Open Day: Bankfield Museum was the former home of local textile manufacturer Edward Akroyd and his wife Elizabeth and became a free museum... more >

Boothtown Road, Halifax HX3 6HG

Sun 8 Sep 24

All Saints Parish Church

Heritage Open Day: All Saints Parish Church dates to the 15th century, was restored in the 19th century and is a Grade I listed building All Saints... more >

Stocks Lane, Batley WF17 8PA

Sun 8 Sep 24

Dr Hook's New Church, The National Context

Heritage Open Day: This lecture places the new Leeds Parish Church, opened in 1841, in the context of Anglican church-building in late-Georgian... more >

Leeds Minster, 2-6 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2 7DJ

Sun 8 Sep 24

Theatre Royal Wakefield

Heritage Open Day: Theatre Royal Wakefield was first built in 1894 and has served the Wakefield community as a theatre, cinema and even a bingo hall... more >

Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield WF1 2TE

Sun 8 Sep 24

Outwood People and Their Memorial Hall

Heritage Open Day: Fundraising began in 1948 with events and public subscriptions to build the Hall as a WW2 Memorial... more >

Victoria Street, Outwood, Wakefield WF1 2NE

Sun 8 Sep 24

Todmorden Unitarian Church

Heritage Open Day: A grade 1 listed building overlooking the beautiful Calderdale town of Todmorden. Come and see our Cappronier stained glass..... more >

Honey Hole Road, Todmorden OL14 6LE

Sun 8 Sep 24

Guided Town Walk

Heritage Open Day: On Sunday 8th September 2024 we are conducting a Guided Town Walk of Wetherby. See our lovely leaping Salmon and visit our..... more >

Riverside Car Park, Wetherby, Wetherby LS22

Sun 8 Sep 24

Art In Arcadia

Art In Arcadia is an art trail map based event organised by Art House (Leeds) in conjunction with Heritage Open Days... more >

Coles Gallery at Leeds Corn Exchange, Call Lane LS1 7BR

Sun 8 Sep 24

Victory Garden Allotments

Heritage Open Day: Allotment site open 8th September 1400 until 1700 for conducted tours and display material... more >

Victory Garden Allotments, Park Avenue, Rawdon, Leeds LS19 6ER

Sun 8 Sep 24

Adel Quaker Meeting House and burial ground

Heritage Open Day: Quaker Meeting House, garden and burial ground which date from the 19th century. The house will feature an exhibition about its..... more >

New Adel Lane, Leeds LS16 6AZ

Sun 8 Sep 24

Beckett Street Cemetery, Leeds

Heritage Open Day: Join Alun Pugh, the chairman of the Cemetery Friends on a 90 minute tour. You will hear stories that link the Victorian history of..... more >

140 Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7TF

Sun 8 Sep 24

Hoyle Court Masonic Hall, Baildon

Heritage Open Day: Hoyle Court is set in beautifully maintained gardens. The Hall contains a number of Lodge rooms including an Egyptian room... more >

Hoyle Court, Otley Road, Charlestown, Shipley BD17 6JS

Sun 8 Sep 24

Gledhow Valley Bath House

Heritage Open Day: Come and find out about the well preserved and unique Bath house, set in the amazing urban woodland area of the Gledhow Valley... more >

Gledhow Valley Road, Leeds LS84DP

Sun 8 Sep 24

All Saints' Church, Barwick-in-Elmet

Heritage Open Day: Visit our historic Norman church with its Anglo-Saxon stones and we will tell you about its history... more >

Aberford Road, Barwick-in-Elmet, Leeds LS15 4EA

Sat 7 Sep 24

Holy Trinity Church, Rothwell

Heritage Open Day: Explore the historic medieval parish church of Rothwell. A continuous place of worship in the heart of Rothwell since 1130 AD... more >

Church Street, Rothwell, Leeds LS26 OQL

Sat 7 Sep 24

Church of the Epiphany Gipton Leeds

Heritage Open Day: Visit the only 20th century Grade I listed parish church in England. This Church of England church will be open for visitors to..... more >

Beech Lane, Leeds LS9 6SW

Sat 7 Sep 24

St Michael and All Angelsâ€™ Church Headingley - Open Day

Heritage Open Day: Come and discover the beautiful parish church of St Michael and All Angelsâ€™, Headingley... more >

St. Michaels Road, Leeds LS6 3AW

Sat 7 Sep 24

St. James' Church, Woodside, Horsforth

Heritage Open Day: Come and discover some of the history of this Grade II listed building which has served the local community since Victorian times... more >

Low Lane, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5QW

Sat 7 Sep 24

Methley routes by river, rail and road

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

Rivers Meet Cafe (function room), 102 Leeds Road, Methley, Leeds LS26 9EP

Sat 7 Sep 24

Spen Valley Heritage Waymarkers

Heritage Open Day: MP Kim Leadbeater will unveil 3 old waymarkers restored & repaired by Spen Valley Civic Society (SVCS), at three local sites, and... more >

653 Halifax Road, Liversedge WF15 8HG

Sat 7 Sep 24

Middleton Railway - site of the first steam trains

Heritage Open Day: Middleton Railway was where the world's very first proper steam engines ran. To learn more, come on down and hear an..... more >

Moor Road, Hunslet, Leeds LS10 2JQ

Sat 7 Sep 24

St Edmund's Church Roundhay Leeds Open Morning

Heritage Open Day: A warm Yorkshire welcome awaits you with food stalls, book stalls, refreshments and tours around St Edmund's Church... more >

Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 1JN

Sat 7 Sep 24

St. Bartholomew's Church, Armley

Heritage Open Day: Visit our huge church, its tower and spire visible for miles, see our beautiful font, lectern, pulpit, Reredos, and our... more >

St. Bartholomew’s Church, Wesley Road, Armley, Leeds LS12 1SR

Sat 7 Sep 24

St Saviours Church Leeds

Heritage Open Day: Walk round the Grade I listed beautiful church and grounds to take in the architecture and stained glass windows... more >

St Saviours Church, Ellerby Road, Richmond Hill, Leeds LS9 8LD

Sat 7 Sep 24

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

Heritage Open Day: You are welcome to visit one of the oldest church buildings in Headingley. See the church and its garden, view our exhibition..... more >

1-3 Chapel Street, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3HZ

Sat 7 Sep 24

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

Heritage Open Day: Enjoy three large vibrant wall hangings displayed in our quilt room, including a textile map of Horsforth created by residents... more >

Horsforth Village Museum, 5 The Green, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5JB

Sat 7 Sep 24

Skelton Grange Environment Centre Open Day

Heritage Open Day: Join us for Skelton Grange Environment Centreâ€™s Open Day on Saturday 7th September!... more >

Skelton Grange Environment Centre, Skelton Grange Road, Leeds LS10 1RS

Sat 7 Sep 24

St Hilda's Church

Heritage Open Day: Built in 1882, by Yorkshire architect JT Micklethwaite, designed for Anglo-Catholic worship... more >

Cross Green Lane, Leeds LS9 0DG

Sat 7 Sep 24

Roundhay's Hidden Gem

Heritage Open Day: St John's Church was originally built for the Nicholson family who lived at the Mansion in Roundhay Park... more >

St John’s Church, Wetherby Road, Leeds LS8 2LE

Sat 7 Sep 24

Leeds Cathedral Guided Tours

Heritage Open Day: Leeds Cathedral (The Cathedral Church of St Anne) is a Grade II* Listed Building, completed in 1904... more >

Leeds Cathedral, Cookridge Street, Leeds LS2 8BE

Sat 7 Sep 24

St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

Heritage Open Day: Welcome to our beautiful Grade 1 listed Mediaeval church which has been a place of continuous worship for nearly one thousand... more >

Selby Road, Whitkirk, Leeds LS15 0AA

Sat 7 Sep 24

Roberttown Community Centre

Heritage Open Day: Roberttown Community Centre Church Road, Roberttown, WF15 7LS Past Present & Future open day 7th September 2024 11 - 2pm... more >

Church Road, Liversedge WF15 7LS

Sat 7 Sep 24

Friarwood Valley Gardens Pinhole Camera

Heritage Open Day: The giant pin-hole camera will be operational in the former summer house/aviary, giving the chance to see live images of the... more >

Friarwood Valley Gardens, Pontefract WF8 1PL

Sat 7 Sep 24

St Helen's Church Hemsworth

Heritage Open Day: A drop in session to view the historic parish church of Hemsworth. Evidence suggests that there was probably a stone church on the..... more >

Station Road, Hemsworth, Pontefract WF9 4HN

Sat 7 Sep 24

Pudsey Masonic Hall

Heritage Open Day: Discover Pudsey Masonic Hall - a hidden gem in the town. Join us on a guided tour of the building, with an explanation of all..... more >

48 Church Lane, Pudsey LS28 7RF

Sat 7 Sep 24

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Things to do around West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire, a diverse and captivating county in England, offers a wide range of activities for an enjoyable day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some of the best things to do in West Yorkshire:

1. The Royal Armouries, Roundhay Park & Tropical World, Leeds:
- Start your day in Leeds with a visit to the Royal Armouries, a fascinating museum housing over 8,500 historical artifacts. Explore themed galleries showcasing English and foreign armor from various centuries, including rare elephant armor from India. Afterward, head to Kirkstall Abbey, one of England's best-preserved medieval abbeys. Enjoy live performances within the abbey ruins during the summer months. For a relaxing stroll, visit Roundhay Park, a vast green space with lakes, walking paths, and playgrounds. Don't miss Tropical World, an indoor zoo within the park, featuring a variety of animals, birds, insects, and plants.

2. Day Out in Wakefield:
- Explore Wakefield, a historic city with a rich industrial past. Visit the Wakefield Cathedral, an impressive Gothic structure, and discover local history at the Wakefield Museum. Take a leisurely walk along the River Calder or explore the nearby Sandal Castle, a medieval ruin with panoramic views.

3. Saltaire & The Bradford Industrial Museum, Bradford:
- Head to Bradford and explore Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This model village was built by Sir Titus Salt in the 19th century for his mill workers. Visit Salts Mill, now an art gallery and shopping complex, and admire the Victorian architecture. Then, discover the Bradford Industrial Museum, housed in a former textile mill. Learn about Bradford's industrial heritage, including weaving, printing, and engineering.

4. Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth:
- Delve into literary history in Haworth, home to the famous Bronte sisters. Visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum, where Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte lived and wrote their iconic novels. Explore the rooms, personal belongings, and manuscripts. Take a walk on the nearby moors that inspired their literary works.

5. Ilkley Moor & Cow and Calf Rocks:
- For outdoor enthusiasts, head to Ilkley Moor. Enjoy scenic walks, spot wildlife, and marvel at the unique rock formations known as the Cow and Calf Rocks. The panoramic views of the surrounding countryside are breathtaking.

6. National Coal Mining Museum, Wakefield:
- Discover the region's coal mining history at the National Coal Mining Museum near Wakefield. Take an underground tour to experience the life of a miner and learn about the industry's impact on West Yorkshire.

7. Fairburn Ings RSPB Reserve:
- Nature lovers should visit the Fairburn Ings RSPB Reserve. Explore wetlands, woodlands, and lakes, and observe a variety of bird species. The reserve offers marked trails and hides for birdwatching.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in culture, nature, or history, West Yorkshire promises an enriching and memorable day out!