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Inspired by the ingenious design from the golden age of travel, Ellie’s Travel Posters illustrate the diverse scenic, architectural and cultural landscapes of West Yorkshire; celebrating our communities most cherished spots and promoting what our region has to offer.
Hardcastle Crags
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Hardcastle Crags, the wooded Pennine Valley owned by the National Trust, covers 400 acres and has 15 miles of trails through upland meadows and beech and pine woods with the Crags; magnificent rugged rock formations, protruding from the coppices. A tour of the 19th Century Gibson Mill tells the history of the valley and offers a place to rest and recharge after exploring the deep rocky ravines.
2023
Hardcastle Crags, the wooded Pennine Valley owned by the National Trust, covers 400 acres and has 15 miles of trails through upland meadows and beech and pine woods with the Crags; magnificent rugged rock formations, protruding from the coppices. A tour of the 19th Century Gibson Mill tells the history of the valley and offers a place to rest and recharge after exploring the deep rocky ravines.
The Blue Pig
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Midgehole Working Men’s Club, founded at the beginning of the 20th Century, was originally built as a worker’s cottage for the employees of Midgehole Dye Works. It is now known affectionately as The Blue Pig and is a popular watering hole for locals and visitors seeking the pint they have likely earned after the idyllic trek to Hardcastle Crags.
2023
Midgehole Working Men’s Club, founded at the beginning of the 20th Century, was originally built as a worker’s cottage for the employees of Midgehole Dye Works. It is now known affectionately as The Blue Pig and is a popular watering hole for locals and visitors seeking the pint they have likely earned after the idyllic trek to Hardcastle Crags.
Trades Club
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Built in 1923 as a joint venture by local trade unions, The Trades Club is a socialist members cooperative and celebrated live music venue in Hebden Bridge. The impressive list of artists who have graced the stage cements The Trades Club as an iconic venue and is popular with music fans from near and far. Special for its efforts to marry the best of live music with political activism, the venue is committed to hosting events and fundraisers for local and international campaigns and is a community hub for local residents.
2023
Built in 1923 as a joint venture by local trade unions, The Trades Club is a socialist members cooperative and celebrated live music venue in Hebden Bridge. The impressive list of artists who have graced the stage cements The Trades Club as an iconic venue and is popular with music fans from near and far. Special for its efforts to marry the best of live music with political activism, the venue is committed to hosting events and fundraisers for local and international campaigns and is a community hub for local residents.
Piece Hall
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Dating back to 1779, the Piece Hall in all its Georgian splendour, played a pivotal role during the height of the woollen trade and was a centre for business, community and culture in the late 18th Century. 250 years on, this monumental building accommodates independent shops, cafes and bars and hosts a world-class events programme of music, dance, film and visual arts.
2023
Dating back to 1779, the Piece Hall in all its Georgian splendour, played a pivotal role during the height of the woollen trade and was a centre for business, community and culture in the late 18th Century. 250 years on, this monumental building accommodates independent shops, cafes and bars and hosts a world-class events programme of music, dance, film and visual arts.
Halifax Market
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Halifax Borough Market first opened in 1896 and has served the community of Halifax for more than 100 years. The ornate Victorian splendour and traditional assortment of market stalls, some of which have been held by families for generations, offers an authentic market experience and is an impressive destination to buy your essentials.
2023
Halifax Borough Market first opened in 1896 and has served the community of Halifax for more than 100 years. The ornate Victorian splendour and traditional assortment of market stalls, some of which have been held by families for generations, offers an authentic market experience and is an impressive destination to buy your essentials.
Shibden Hall
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Nestled within the picturesque Shibden Valley, Shibden Hall is a magnificent historic house dating back to 1420. Ramble through the wooded grounds or explore the halls of the 600-year-old medieval manor, retracing the movements of the residents who lived and worked there, most notably the diarist Anne Lister.
2023
Nestled within the picturesque Shibden Valley, Shibden Hall is a magnificent historic house dating back to 1420. Ramble through the wooded grounds or explore the halls of the 600-year-old medieval manor, retracing the movements of the residents who lived and worked there, most notably the diarist Anne Lister.
Gaddings Dam
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Gaddings Dam is a Victorian mill dam located on upland moors between Todmorden and Walsden. With no road access, this hiker-friendly swimming spot can be reached by footpath and is a unique place to take a dip or goggle the outstanding views of Stoodley Pike from the country’s highest sandy beach.
2023
Gaddings Dam is a Victorian mill dam located on upland moors between Todmorden and Walsden. With no road access, this hiker-friendly swimming spot can be reached by footpath and is a unique place to take a dip or goggle the outstanding views of Stoodley Pike from the country’s highest sandy beach.
Stoodley Pike
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Stoodley Pike is a 1300-foot hill located above Todmorden, with the 121-foot monument at its summit. The monument we see today, designed by local architect James Green in 1856, replaced an earlier structure built in 1815 which commemorated the defeat of Napoleon and the surrender of Paris. Climb the 39 steps to the balcony to take in the panoramic views of the Upper Calder Valley.
2023
Stoodley Pike is a 1300-foot hill located above Todmorden, with the 121-foot monument at its summit. The monument we see today, designed by local architect James Green in 1856, replaced an earlier structure built in 1815 which commemorated the defeat of Napoleon and the surrender of Paris. Climb the 39 steps to the balcony to take in the panoramic views of the Upper Calder Valley.
Calderdale Way
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
The Calderdale Way is a 50-mile ‘up and down’ journey exploring the hills, moors and valleys of Calderdale. The walk encircles Halifax, Hebden Bridge and Todmorden and follows old packhorse routes across the open gritstone hillsides and traditional stone causeways through historic mill towns on the banks of the River Calder.
2023
The Calderdale Way is a 50-mile ‘up and down’ journey exploring the hills, moors and valleys of Calderdale. The walk encircles Halifax, Hebden Bridge and Todmorden and follows old packhorse routes across the open gritstone hillsides and traditional stone causeways through historic mill towns on the banks of the River Calder.
Sugden's Flour Mill
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
The former Thomas Sugden and Son flour mill stands proudly over the Calder and Hebble navigation and its landmark silos are visible from almost everywhere in Brighouse. After 14 years of closure, the flour mill has been reinvented as a state-of-the-art climbing facility and boasts of the tallest man-made outdoor climbing wall, a 36-metre scale to the top of the iconic silo.
2023
The former Thomas Sugden and Son flour mill stands proudly over the Calder and Hebble navigation and its landmark silos are visible from almost everywhere in Brighouse. After 14 years of closure, the flour mill has been reinvented as a state-of-the-art climbing facility and boasts of the tallest man-made outdoor climbing wall, a 36-metre scale to the top of the iconic silo.
Elland Rex
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
Built in 1912, Elland Rex with its unaltered interiors is one of the oldest purpose-built cinemas in the UK. Patrons can enjoy the new releases in this unique setting or have an unforgettable old-time viewing experience with a variety of classic films whilst the Conn 651 organ plays.
2023
Built in 1912, Elland Rex with its unaltered interiors is one of the oldest purpose-built cinemas in the UK. Patrons can enjoy the new releases in this unique setting or have an unforgettable old-time viewing experience with a variety of classic films whilst the Conn 651 organ plays.
People's Park
Calderdale Travel Posters
2023
People’s Park is one of the finest surviving examples of a Joseph Paxton Park in the country. Created in 1857 to ‘arrange art and nature’ for the working people of Halifax, the 12.5-acre park still provides a green and pleasant haven for a ‘stroll there after they have done the hard day’s toil’.
2023
People’s Park is one of the finest surviving examples of a Joseph Paxton Park in the country. Created in 1857 to ‘arrange art and nature’ for the working people of Halifax, the 12.5-acre park still provides a green and pleasant haven for a ‘stroll there after they have done the hard day’s toil’.
The Alhambra
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
The Alhambra, the vision of Bradford’s impresario Francis Laidler, is a theatre hosting premier large-scale entertainment and is an unmistakable landmark in the city centre. Opening in 1914, the Grade II listed theatre is steeped in cultural history and remains an iconic venue, attracting the very best in British talent since the curtain was raised over 100 years ago.
2022
The Alhambra, the vision of Bradford’s impresario Francis Laidler, is a theatre hosting premier large-scale entertainment and is an unmistakable landmark in the city centre. Opening in 1914, the Grade II listed theatre is steeped in cultural history and remains an iconic venue, attracting the very best in British talent since the curtain was raised over 100 years ago.
Lister Park
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Lister Park, created in 1870, is named after the local industrialist Samuel Cunliffe Lister and is in close proximity to the Grade II listed Italianate Lister Mills. In addition to the boating lake, which is popular with the community in Manningham, the park has many other outstanding features including Bradford’s civic art gallery. Cartwright Hall displays a programme of contemporary exhibitions and has four galleries showcasing permanent art collections, one of which is dedicated to the work of Bradford-born artist David Hockney.
2022
Lister Park, created in 1870, is named after the local industrialist Samuel Cunliffe Lister and is in close proximity to the Grade II listed Italianate Lister Mills. In addition to the boating lake, which is popular with the community in Manningham, the park has many other outstanding features including Bradford’s civic art gallery. Cartwright Hall displays a programme of contemporary exhibitions and has four galleries showcasing permanent art collections, one of which is dedicated to the work of Bradford-born artist David Hockney.
Bingley Five Rise Locks
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Bingley Five Rise Locks, one of the seven wonders of the waterways, are the steepest staircase locks on the longest canal in the country. You can stroll along the towpath to the top of the five locks and enjoy the café whilst taking in the views across the Aire Valley.
2022
Bingley Five Rise Locks, one of the seven wonders of the waterways, are the steepest staircase locks on the longest canal in the country. You can stroll along the towpath to the top of the five locks and enjoy the café whilst taking in the views across the Aire Valley.
Cow & Calf Rocks
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Perched high on Ilkley Moor are the legendary Cow and Calf rocks, a large outcrop of millstone grit and a smaller boulder at its foot. This rugged expanse of moorland offers spectacular views over the idyllic spa town of Ilkley and beyond, and is popular with hikers, ramblers and climbers from all over West Yorkshire.
2022
Perched high on Ilkley Moor are the legendary Cow and Calf rocks, a large outcrop of millstone grit and a smaller boulder at its foot. This rugged expanse of moorland offers spectacular views over the idyllic spa town of Ilkley and beyond, and is popular with hikers, ramblers and climbers from all over West Yorkshire.
Ilkley Lido
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Ilkley Lido is one of the oldest outdoor public pools in Yorkshire and one of the few remaining in the country. The lido and café, both Grade II listed, maintain their unique design features and are representative of the glamour of 1930’s outdoor leisure. Take a dip in the pool whilst taking in the far-reaching views of Ilkley Moor or enjoy respite from the cool waters with a picnic on the surrounding lawns.
2022
Ilkley Lido is one of the oldest outdoor public pools in Yorkshire and one of the few remaining in the country. The lido and café, both Grade II listed, maintain their unique design features and are representative of the glamour of 1930’s outdoor leisure. Take a dip in the pool whilst taking in the far-reaching views of Ilkley Moor or enjoy respite from the cool waters with a picnic on the surrounding lawns.
Goit Stock Waterfall
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Situated between Bingley and Cullingworth is the wooded valley of the Harden Beck. A pleasant respite from the nearby urban sprawl, the Harden Valley features rolling moors, dense woodland, and two idyllic waterfalls – Goit Stock waterfall being the largest of the two. Ramblers will not be disappointed with the variety of features this picturesque valley has to offer.
2022
Situated between Bingley and Cullingworth is the wooded valley of the Harden Beck. A pleasant respite from the nearby urban sprawl, the Harden Valley features rolling moors, dense woodland, and two idyllic waterfalls – Goit Stock waterfall being the largest of the two. Ramblers will not be disappointed with the variety of features this picturesque valley has to offer.
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is a 5-mile heritage line running from the industrial landscape of Keighley to the countryside immortalised by the Brontë sisters. Featuring famously in Edith Nesbit’s The Railway Children, this historic railway hosts a number of special events for its passengers and offers a variety of experiences at its six stations en route.
2022
The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is a 5-mile heritage line running from the industrial landscape of Keighley to the countryside immortalised by the Brontë sisters. Featuring famously in Edith Nesbit’s The Railway Children, this historic railway hosts a number of special events for its passengers and offers a variety of experiences at its six stations en route.
Shipley Glen Tramway
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Located amongst the woods near Saltaire village, Bradford’s historic funicular tramway is the oldest working tramway of its kind in the UK. Local showman and entrepreneur Sam Wilson opened the line in 1895 to save passengers from the steep incline to Shipley Glen. Today, the tramway continues to offer an alternative route up to the beauty spot and is entirely maintained and operated by volunteers.
2022
Located amongst the woods near Saltaire village, Bradford’s historic funicular tramway is the oldest working tramway of its kind in the UK. Local showman and entrepreneur Sam Wilson opened the line in 1895 to save passengers from the steep incline to Shipley Glen. Today, the tramway continues to offer an alternative route up to the beauty spot and is entirely maintained and operated by volunteers.
Odsal Stadium
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Odsal Stadium, once the site of a former quarry, is home to the Bradford Bulls and is one of the Rugby League’s most iconic stadiums. From ground level, spectators descend into the distinctive ‘Odsal Bowl’ to watch the variety of sporting events that the ground famously hosts. Overlooking this remarkable stadium is the Richard Dunn Sports Centre (named after the Bradford-born boxer) which has recently received listed status for its bold and accomplished design as a 1970’s leisure centre.
2022
Odsal Stadium, once the site of a former quarry, is home to the Bradford Bulls and is one of the Rugby League’s most iconic stadiums. From ground level, spectators descend into the distinctive ‘Odsal Bowl’ to watch the variety of sporting events that the ground famously hosts. Overlooking this remarkable stadium is the Richard Dunn Sports Centre (named after the Bradford-born boxer) which has recently received listed status for its bold and accomplished design as a 1970’s leisure centre.
Shipley Market Clock Tower
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Shipley’s Clock Tower, a monument to 1960’s architecture, stands tall above the indoor and outdoor markets and is an iconic focal point of the town centre. Most of the unique features have unfortunately been removed, but the Clock Tower is still tinged with nostalgia for the people who live and work in Shipley.
2022
Shipley’s Clock Tower, a monument to 1960’s architecture, stands tall above the indoor and outdoor markets and is an iconic focal point of the town centre. Most of the unique features have unfortunately been removed, but the Clock Tower is still tinged with nostalgia for the people who live and work in Shipley.
Roberts Park
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Roberts Park opened in 1871 as part of Sir Titus Salt’s layout for the model industrial village of Saltaire. Originally created as a ‘place of recreation’ for the local workers of Salts Mill, this attractive park continues to serve the community with its well-kept features and charms anyone visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site for the first time.
2022
Roberts Park opened in 1871 as part of Sir Titus Salt’s layout for the model industrial village of Saltaire. Originally created as a ‘place of recreation’ for the local workers of Salts Mill, this attractive park continues to serve the community with its well-kept features and charms anyone visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site for the first time.
Bronte Country
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Top Withens is a 4 mile walk from Haworth and a significant feature of multiple walking routes throughout Brontë Country. Ramble through the rugged moorland to find the ruined farmhouse, which is said to have been the inspiration of the Earnshaw home in Emily Brontë’s novel, Wuthering Heights.
2022
Top Withens is a 4 mile walk from Haworth and a significant feature of multiple walking routes throughout Brontë Country. Ramble through the rugged moorland to find the ruined farmhouse, which is said to have been the inspiration of the Earnshaw home in Emily Brontë’s novel, Wuthering Heights.
Cliffe Castle
Bradford Travel Posters
2022
Cliffe Castle, originally the home of textile manufacturer Henry Isaac Butterfield in the 1880s, is now a heritage museum and gallery surrounded by formal gardens in Keighley. The restored rooms display grand collections of furniture, paintings and decorative art – including an impressive stained-glass window by Morris and Co. The glass pavilion houses a variety of exotic plants, the centrepiece of which is an impressive Norfolk Island pine in the beautiful glass dome.
2022
Cliffe Castle, originally the home of textile manufacturer Henry Isaac Butterfield in the 1880s, is now a heritage museum and gallery surrounded by formal gardens in Keighley. The restored rooms display grand collections of furniture, paintings and decorative art – including an impressive stained-glass window by Morris and Co. The glass pavilion houses a variety of exotic plants, the centrepiece of which is an impressive Norfolk Island pine in the beautiful glass dome.
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