Location: West Yorkshire
Top Things to do in West Yorkshire
10 Hidden Gems Things to do in West Yorkshire That You Shouldn't Miss
West Yorkshire is a metropolitan county in England. It is an inland and in relative terms upland county having eastward-draining valleys while taking in moors of the Pennines and has a population of 2.2 million. West Yorkshire came into existence as a metropolitan county in 1974 after the passage of the Local Government Act 1972.
Restaurants in West Yorkshire
1. Vintage Carriages Trust Museum of Rail Travel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 119 reviews
Open 11.00 Last admission 16.00. Please wrap up warm if visiting in winter. We are a small volunteer-run museum, so sorry - we don't have a cafe. We are located approx 400 ft after the totally separate Ingrow Loco Museum. We are close to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.You don't have to be a railway enthusiast to enjoy our museum! Over 60 television programmes and films have featured carriages from our museum. Watch the videos. Listen to the sound presentations as you sit inside the carriages. See the differences between 1st, 2nd and 3rd class. Signs, posters and small exhibits.
Reviewed By 490joannel - Wodonga, Australia
I am not a locomotive enthusiast but being a little older (51) I found it interesting to compare things here to what I remember from when I was little and my nana used to arrive by train in Sydney from Melbourne. I will make an effort to go back while I'm in the area and will be happy to pay the small entry fee again. I particularly loved the visual and audio recordings depicting early train travel.
2. Shipley Glen Cable Tramway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 357 reviews
Take a scenic trip on a historic attraction: the oldest working cable tramway in Great Britain dating from 1895.
Reviewed By W9001LLamys - Bradford, United Kingdom
Great old time ride, Go for a walk at the top or grap a pint in the pub, You can also visit the history centre at the top with some fascinating pics and articles.
3. Shibden Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 879 reviews
Set in the picturesque Shibden valley, a mile from Halifax, Shibden Hall dates back to 1420 and offers visitors a fascinating journey through the lives of the people who lived and worked here. Shibden Hall's architecture is a mix of styles reflecting its interesting and varied history. The adjacent 17th century aisled barn and workshops house a carriage collection and displays relating to different crafts, including a blacksmiths, coopers, wheelwrights and saddlers. Shibden even has a recreated brewhouse and inn. The Hall is surrounded by the beautifully restored gardens and estate that forms Shibden Park. There are a range of features and attractions, including a cafe and visitor facilities, miniature railway, boating lake, pitch & putt course as well as trails, play area, orienteering course and woodland in which to roam.
Reviewed By seaperson - Southport, United Kingdom
Such a wonderful place. Large well kept and interesting grounds (ancient orchard too) that you could easily spend hours in and then you have the hall and informative lovely folk museum. An extensive and educational interior especially regarding Anne Lister. A big thank you too to the very friendly volunteers who do an exceptional job! Well worth a visit.
4. East Riddlesden Hall, National Trust
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 626 reviews
Imagine stepping 400 years back in time into the home of a 17th-century cloth merchant. See the changes that he made and discover why these were sadly never completed. Take a step away from the hectic everyday and experience the tranquillity that is East Riddlesden Hall. In contrast to the atmospheric exterior, this friendly house is brought to life through stories told by room guide volunteers. The house is home to a wonderful array of seventeenth century needlework and original exquisite plasterwork ceilings created by local craftsmen.
Reviewed By ablemabel12342017 - Skipton, United Kingdom
The visit is well worth it The place is full of history The staff are friendly and helpful The barn is worth a visit it is amazing
5. Abbey House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
Step back in time and wander through the enchanting streets, shops and houses and experience life as a Victorian. As a fun, family-friendly and interactive museum, Abbey House Museum is a great day out for all the family. Come to one of our many family sessions as advertised on our website or pop in with friends for a trip down memory lane.On the ground floor visit Stephen Harding Gate, the 19th century equivalent of a modern high street, for some old fashioned retail therapy. In the back streets, see the home of the window washer woman or pop into the Sunday-School. On the first floor, see our Childhood and Community Galleries along with the changing programme of exhibitions. Abbey House Museum is situated directly across the road from the historical site of Kirkstall Abbey, set in wonderful parkland along the banks of the River Aire.
Reviewed By Getaway700009
We loved our first visit to Abbey Hall museum. Free parking, great value family ticket, great facilities and the Victorian streets were so interesting. Lots of fun playing with the penny slot machines. Take advantage of the free parking to go for a stroll round Kirkstall Abbey too. It's very impressive.
6. RSPB Fairburn Ings nature reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
Nestled between Leeds, York and Wakefield, Fairburn Ings is an exciting site for family activities and serious wildlife watching. Over the last 60 years it has transitioned from coal face to wild place; an ex-industrial site rich in heritage and an important site for breeding and wintering wildfowl.
Reviewed By briansY5157YC - Castleford, United Kingdom
Fairburn Ings is a great place to go if you just love birds and walking, plenty of hides to sit and watch the birds and well protected from the weather.
7. Heptonstall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By glennharrold - Scotland, United Kingdom
Fascinating and picturesque, two churches and grave yards, including Sylvia Plath’ sand some amazing architecture and history - take the crag path up!
8. Hardcastle Crags
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By RAINYSNOWS
This is a great place to walk your dog .It is really beautiful - a wooded area with paths leading to different parts to explore .There is a big NT car park at the entrance , once parked you are free to amble at your own pace and enjoy spotting wildlife . good day out .
9. Cliffe Castle Museum & Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 371 reviews
Reviewed By ruthcD9844LV - Skipton, United Kingdom
Beautifully landscaped park with lovely water features. The museum is free and well worth a visit. The house itself is stunning and retains its original furnishings. The museum has an extensive rock collection plus works of art and objects from local industrial history. The newly renovated cafe offers really yummy freshly baked home made cakes plus a selecion of food and drink and ice creams. The park houses small animals such as birds and rabbits which seem to be very popular with children and also a greenhouse with a collection of interesting plants and cacti. There is also a playground for the children. The park has lots of events throughout the year such as concerts and a garden party so it's worth checking on line to see what's going on. Last year I attended a free willow weaving course which was amazing and we got to take home the things we made. I would say cliffe castle is the best feature of the town and not to be missed.
10. Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom
The Leeds and Liverpool Canal was originally built in Victorian times to connect the Irish and North Seas and to transport all the good generated from the mills in the area. Today it has been restored so people can enjoy the canal either on a narrowboat or by making use of the towpath to walk or cycle along or for fishing. It stretches quite a distance so you can walk as far or as little as you want.
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