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Otley History – When the Irish and Elephants Arrived
Otley-born Keith Spence looks back on the colourful history of his birthplace – and finds a few surprises… The Irish ... -
The Making of The Damned United
David Peace’s extraordinary 2006 novel ‘The Damned United’ was lauded by critics on its release, described by Rick Broadbent from ... -
A Walk Around Fewston and Swinsty Reservoirs
Otley’s Lost Lakes by Matt Callard Course, they’re not lakes, they’re reservoirs. And they’re not lost, if the clogged and ... -
The Mystery Disappearance of Agatha Christie
‘The Case of the Unexpected Guest’ By Keith Spence How Agatha Christie’s flight to the Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate ... -
History of Leeds Bradford Airport
Opened in 1931 as Yeadon Aerodrome, Leeds-Bradford Airport is the largest in Yorkshire Regular flights began from the airport in ... -
The Lost Bands of Leeds
By Matt Callard I first time I heard the term it was from Courtney Love in the legendary Leeds gig-toilet ... -
Hubberholme to Yockenthwaite – Yorkshire Dales Walk
You are in a special part of the Yorkshire Dales at Hubberholme. Set in a quiet area of Upper Wharfedale, ... -
A Walk Through Upper Swaledale and Kidson
This featured walk has plenty of variety from tranquil meadows to waterfalls and rugged hilltops with extensive views down Swaledale. -
Louis Le Prince: A Moving Story
The real-life drama of the inventor of motion pictures… Keith Spence looks at the life of Louis Le Prince, considered ... -
Mary Bateman: The Leeds Witch
Keith Spence looks at the case of Mary Bateman, the notorious ‘Yorkshire Witch’, who was tried and executed for witchcraft ... -
History of the Royal Baths, Harrogate
Keith Spence looks at the glittering past of Harrogate’s Royal Baths and senses the excitement as the building enters a ... -
Examining Fylingdales and Menwith Hill
By Matt Callard You’d expect a 10-year-old’s return coach trip from Whitby to be packed with vivid memories. You know, ...
