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2 days ago

The 400yr old Old Silent Inn at Stanbury was renamed after the pub in a book by successful Shipley author, Halliwell Sutcliffe (1870-1932). Previously the Eagle, the inn was a hideout for Bonnie Prince Charlie and was a popular boozer when the Brontës lived in nearby Haworth. Somewhat forgotten, Halliwell wrote 30 novels. He died at his White Abbey home in Linton. ... See MoreSee Less

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Halliwell Sutcliffe was the son of John Sutcliffe headmaster of Bingley Grammar School and wrote two of his novels whilst living at Castlefields lHouse in Crossflatts

2 weeks ago

Momentous Day Official opening of Saltaire toilets after 4 years closure.
For one day only, special edition upcycled free toilet paper in honour of the re-opening of the Saltaire toilets. Thanks a million Shipley Town Council. ... See MoreSee Less

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Great news. Thank you Shipley Town Council. Now our World Heritage Site has got an amenity it deserves…..and needs. 🙌

Finally 🎉🍾

Blimey..where did you widdle in the meantime?

Exciting stuff

Yeah and not before time 👍

Finally

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2 weeks ago

Titus Salt’s rules were broken with impunity by the Saltaire WI when they met for the first time since March 2020. Prosecco flowed yesterday evening in the Grade 11 listed park in breach of rule 10 - no intoxicating drinks allowed and overlooked by Titus Salt’s statue. The Shipley stocks located in the park may come in handy yet. A great evening was had by one and all, thank you Saltaire WI. ... See MoreSee Less

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4 weeks ago

Titus Salt had numerous business interests, not only in Saltaire and Bradford. For example, he owned Goitstock Mill at Harden Beck. An astute businessman, this 19th century millionaire had eggs in many baskets. ... See MoreSee Less

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Kath Spillane

When will there be walks I can join.pls

4 weeks ago

A window in Eldwick Church remembers Charles Wainwright who died in 1920. Stabbed by his father Harrison aged 78, a father of ten, Charles crawled for help to the nearby sanatorium, but died. He was buried in Bingley cemetery with his mother, who was also horribly slaughtered that night with a butcher’s knife and hatchet. Harrison was incarcerated in Broadmoor where he died three months later.

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1. Eldwick Sanatorium opened in 1900 and closed in 1939.
2. Harrison Wainwright.
3. The family lived in Strawberry Cottage on this road where Henrietta, Harrison’s wife, served teas to weekend walkers. After the tragedy their home was demolished.
4. To Eldwick from Shipley Glen.
5. Deceased estate notices for Charles and Harrison in the 1921 London Gazette. ... See MoreSee Less

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What a terrible tragic story.

Love the old photos Shipley Glen road and Eldwick Beck Bottom easily recognisable. No idea where the sanatorium was though.

So interesting and great pics!

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