Location: West Yorkshire
Top Things to do in West Yorkshire
What to do and see in West Yorkshire, England: The Best Architectural Buildings
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. All Saints Church Ilkley
2. Oakworth Station, Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By 648junew
Absolutely brilliant, if you love steam and diesel trains please go, you have a bar on the train, so whether you drink or just like refreshments it as it all, riding on these trains is just brilliant,
3. Picture House Cinema
4. Leeds Minster
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Welcome to the Leeds Minster - a place of worship and service for the fast-moving modern city of Leeds. Leeds Minster is one of England's best-loved Parish Churches and at our heart is a sacred choral tradition. Our origins date back to the greatest of the Victorian Vicars of Leeds, Dr Hook. It was during his 22-year incumbency that today's Minster Church of St Peter at Leeds was built - an astonishing building consecrated with great ceremony on 2 September 1841 in the presence of a vast congregation including the celebrated Florence Nightingale. In 2012 we were granted Minster status. Today you can visit the Minster for worship - whether for a few minutes of calm contemplation at a mid-week Choral Evensong or for the richness of a Sunday Choral Eucharist. We invite all to walk around and soak up the atmosphere of a building rich in history and heritage, light a votive candle, listen to the famous organ and round it all off with an enjoyable light lunch in our Refectory. If you do have not the time for an extended personal visit, but happen to pass the Minster on foot, by train, by bus, or in your car, do listen out for the Bells and do pray for us as we pray for you.
5. Thornton's Arcade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By SharonJT67 - Durham, United Kingdom
Worth a visit, filled with lots of small independent retailers, don’t forget to look up & admire the gorgeous glass canopied ceiling, so pleasing on the eye!
6. Leeds Town Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 320 reviews
Reviewed By Big_Jeff_Leo - St Helens, United Kingdom
Leeds Town Hall was built between 1853 and 1858 to a design by architect Cuthbert Brodrick. Imagined as a "municipal palace" to demonstrate the power and success of Victorian Leeds, and opened by Queen Victoria in a lavish ceremony in 1858. The Town Hall is one of the largest town halls in the UK and is Grade I listed. With a height of 225 feet, the distinctive clock tower is very impressive and is currently under restoration. The highlight is of course the absolutely magnificent main hall which is now used for concert and civic events such as weddings and other ceremonies. The ceilings are amazing and a well worth the visit alone. I visited on spect and went up to receptions and asked could I have a look around to which the answer was yes the staff even pointed out some highlights including the long corridor which is full of wall plaques to the local fallen of the World Wars. A magnificent building that sits proudly on the roster of the cities premier locations.
7. Wainhouse Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By PippaC_13 - Stonehouse, United Kingdom
This is the tallest folly in the world well worth a visit.you can see the top of it from the road above or walk down a short track and see all of it.we were told that it is open on certain days and you can climb up all 300 steps the view would be superb
8. The Wainhouse Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Nestled in the leafy area of Upper Washer Lane The Wainhouse Tavern is an impressive building steeped in history. It was once the home of John Wainhouse the architect and owner of Wainhouse Tower. This stunning building is now the home of a free of tie pub offering 5 real ales, locally brewed as well as a great wine list. The business is family owned and well maintained. Regular events include quiz night every Tuesday and games night on Thursdays.
Reviewed By DERFLA - Crieff, United Kingdom
We found the tavern whilst staying at Dyers cottage(separate review). So friendly, particularly with a dog. Good Yorkshire ambiance. Chris and his team make you so welcome. Food is plentiful and excellent standard. The house bitter is a delight, with many more to try. Will be popping in next time in the area.
9. Halifax Town Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By jackiecZ4908AW - Peterborough, United Kingdom
We visited the Town Hall by pure chance not realising they allowed visitors to look around. We were told by a local. What a treasure. It is a beautiful building and we were lucky enough to accompanied by a member of staff who was very knowledgeable and showed us the various rooms. I would recommend a visit if you are ever in the area. We even got to see the Mayors Parlour and the Councils Chamber. Built by Sir Charles Barry who designed the Houses Of Parliament and you could see some similarities. It was free to enter.
10. Leeds Civic Hall
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