Local historian Brian Hull will give a talk about the history of Parlington Hall - the home of the Gascoigne family from the 16th to the first decade of the 20th century.
Brian has undertaken extensive research about the Parlington Estate and will share some rare photographs as he analyses the mansion's demise in the twentieth century. Other features of note within the Estate will be considered.
Catherine Wright's talk provides an introduction to her biography of her husband's great grandmother, touching on local, social and family history of Leeds at that time.
Join local historian Hazel Lunn for a leisurely walking tour to rediscover some of our most impressive Victorian buildings.
The walk will take you to the Town Hall, Park Square, City Square and the old Post Office building, along Boar Lane to the iconic Corn Exchange and Leeds Market.
In 1953, the Coal Board built 210 prefab Airey houses in Oulton. They were loved by tenants, but design flaws and landlord neglect led to eviction and demolition. Jessica Field explores prefab promises and pitfalls and 70 years of life on the estate.
Join historian Dr Jessica Field for a talk about the architecture and social history of Oulton's National Coal Board housing estate – a prefab Airey neighbourhood made famous by a recent campaign to prevent demolition and tenant eviction.
The Methley Archive will once again share some of their extensive local collection at Rivers Meet Cafe for Heritage Open Days.
Through photographs, drawings and descriptions you will discover some of the remarkable architecture in Methley over the years. Many of the buildings are long gone but some have been repurposed over time to suit more modern tastes.
Experience one of Leeds most prestigious choirs as they rehearse and then perform the beautiful melodies of Brahms German Requiem in German.
Under the leadership of the renowned Artistic Adviser and Conductor Simon Wright, choruses from Brahms' Requiem will be learned, finishing with an informal performance. Music will be provided for those without copies. You can book to sing with the Chorus or join the audience without booking for the performance.
Visit the oldest continually used building in West Yorkshire.
Grade 1 listed All Saints Church dates back to at least the 8th century and features in Simon Jenkins 'England's Thousand Best Churches'. Lady Betty Hastings is buried within the church. Local historian John Cummins will be your guide for the visit. He will also introduce some other heritage buildings close by.
Join Art teacher Justine Hardisty for a sketching workshop at rivers MEET Craft Cafe.
Justine will provide all materials and provide hints, tips and general guidance in the art of sketching architecture. No previous drawing or sketching experience is required - the aim is to have fun!
Dr Emma Storr and Professor Barry Strickland-Hodge will consider the aesthetic appeal of plants and flowers in architecture and their use in remedies.
Our sheep hunt around the school will enable children and families to find out about the past using the building's historical features, photographs, artefacts and special visitors from the community!