(including Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds and Wakefield) is in the Yorkshire and The Humber of England. It has a population of around 2,220,000 and covers approximately 200,000 hectares. Here is a list of nearby or neighbouring counties: Derbyshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire
The county of West Yorkshire was formed in 1974 and is made up of the five metropolitan boroughs of Calderdale, Kirklees and the cities of Bradford, Leeds and Wakefield. Located in Halifax in the borough of Calderdale, Bankfield Museum is within a listed Victorian Mansion, which has an impressive entrance hall, marble fireplaces, painted ceilings and walls decorated with classical designs. The museum collection includes textiles, costumes and the Duke of Wellingtons Regiment Museum. There are also a range of temporary exhibitions and events held at the museum. The Elizabethan manor house Oakwell Hall is in Birstall, within the borough of Kirklees. Visitors can appreciate the restoration of the interior decorations and furnishings of rooms inside the house and enjoy walking through the surrounding parkland and gardens. Performing arts venues in West Yorkshire include the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford, the Theatre Royal Wakefield, the City Varieties Music Hall in Leeds, the West Yorkshire Playhouse in Leeds and Square Chapel Centre For The Arts in Halifax.
Many tourists are drawn to Bronte Country, that includes part of the city of Bradford, as Charlotte Bronte and Anne Bronte were born in the village of Thornton, which is within the borough. The city also hosts a number of cultural events each year, including the Bradford Film Festival and in 2009 the city of Bradford became the first UNESCO City of Film in the world. Leeds Art Gallery has a nationally important collection of British art from the 20th century, including paintings by Francis Bacon and sculptures by Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore. Other exhibits on display include work by French sculptor Auguste Rodin, as well as contemporary pieces by well known artists such as Bridget Riley and Antony Gormley and the work of new emerging artists who are not yet established. Opened in 2011, The Hepworth Wakefield is an art gallery named after the sculptor Barbara Hepworth, who was born in Wakefield. In addition to a number of works by Barbara Hepworth, there are pieces on display by many other artists, including Ben Nicholson, David Hockney and Henry Moore, as well as exhibits on loan from the national collections. Other attractions in West Yorkshire include Temple Newsam House in Leeds, Wakefield Cathedral, the remains of Pontefract Castle, Shibden Hall in Halifax, East Riddlesden Hall in Keighley and the National Media Museum in Bradford.
Farsley, West Yorkshire
Hi, welcome to Spookshow Illustrations. I am an illustrator based in Farsley, Leeds. ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Handmade leather bags, accessories, jewellery, hat, headband and clothes for women. Designed ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Handcrafted wood products. Hello I make individual wood products for the home. After ...
Todmorden, West Yorkshire
Here to sprinkle happiness....Handmade fairies are made by me, but just like you and ...
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
I see my work as an art form that combines perfectly tradition, through the ancient techniques ...
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
The manufacture of wooden toys with and without wheels for a range of childrens age groups. ...
Holmfirth, West Yorkshire
I’m Bea, the designer and creator behind Bea and Wild Designs and also a teacher of Art, ...
Castleford, West Yorkshire
Here at White Rose Designs we provide a wealth of individually personalised gifts from ...
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Sacred Moon Candles and Gifts Handmade with a little Magick, Love and Lunar Energies ...
Blackshaw Head, West Yorkshire
Inspired by the rugged and mystical, ever-changing landscape of West Yorkshire where ...
Keighley, West Yorkshire
My business name is Aurora and I work from home in my studio. I design and create unique ...
Pudsey, West Yorkshire
I have recently started a wreath making business, initially for the Christmas period, ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
I create unique pieces of jewellery with semi precious gemstone cabochons and linhasita ...
Castleford, West Yorkshire
I started my business the crafty bag co along with my daughter, i am a young 60 year ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Here at Springfield scents we make beautiful handcrafted, hand painted aromatherapy wax ...
Cookridge, West Yorkshire
I am a Printmaker from Leeds inspired by natural elements and walks with my greyhound. ...
Keighley, West Yorkshire
I trade under the name of Pearlypantscrafts in 2 very distinct ways. I sell at craft ...
Otley, West Yorkshire
We go on many an adventure Team Photo to take that inspiring image we would hope you ...
Knottingley, West Yorkshire
Our products vary across three mediums. Resin, Jesmonite and hardwood. The resin and ...
Holmfirth, West Yorkshire
With a little time on my hands to relax I like to keep busy. Harriet Enterprises was ...
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
I use mixed media such a wooden cut out or scrap wood to make handmade craft/Easter decorations ...
Upton, West Yorkshire
We are based in West Yorkshire and work from home in our workshop. We have over 30 years ...
Pontefract, West Yorkshire
I make mainly from scratch 925 silver jewellery, gold plated 925 silver, I also use bought ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Button Art, using buttons and beads , using hot glue to keep in place. I love making ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Giving wood new life is what I love to do. I create miniature woodland gardens, unique ...
Stanley Ferry, West Yorkshire
Handmade unique fabric foldable shopping bags and tote bags, made exclusively from clothing ...
Bingley, West Yorkshire
I have been a beekeeper for 22 years. As time went by I found I was gathering a large ...
Bradford, West Yorkshire
I make knitted Gnomies and Puppies in many different colours, I can create them in your ...
Ilkley, West Yorkshire
At Wharfedale Soaps we produce cold process handmade soap using all natural ingredients. ...
Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire
With 5 years experience in fine art and a love for painting I hope to have my work hung ...
Criddling Stubbs, West Yorkshire
I decorate champagne flutes with roses and flowers which look great for wedding and anniversary ...
Normanton, West Yorkshire
I design and make greetings cards for all occasions and also personalised cards to order. ...
Pontefract, West Yorkshire
I am a Yorkshire-based woman who creates unique, hand-painted boxes and fabric art prints. ...
Colton, West Yorkshire
Hi I’m Sally and I’m a textile addict. I create needle felted objects, some of which ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Sublimation printed aluminium jewellery. I print my photographs or illustrations onto ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
I have many years experience in needlecraft, I started sewing at the age of nine on Mums ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
I have for sale a varied range of wooden shelves and brackets, take a look and if I can ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Large decorative shaped mantlepiece Handcrafted, wooden fireplace mantlepiece. Decorative ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Well back in the workshop, crafting items hopefully to sell or for family. First is a ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
I have for sale a range of handcrafted wooden products. From small, chrome 2 hook style ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Please get in touch if you would like to purchase any of my handcrafted wood item at ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
A recently made pair of rustic large wooden trees waiting for Christmas Any questions ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Part of my handcrafted work involves the use of Antique wood items. On this occasion, ...
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
I am originally from Norway and have always been very active with sowing, knitting and ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
I have a range of very individual, handcrafted wooden Christmas trees/products for sale. ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
A life of learning, from experience... Over the years, my handcrafted wood products have ...
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Now we have officially entered Spring - it is time to declutter your candles and wax ...
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
My name is Debbie and I have been drawing and painting all my life. My life changed enormously ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Just thought Id introduce myself. I have just joined UkCrafts and this is my first post. ...
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Ive just has the worst craft stall experience this last Fri/Sat. On Friday, I turned ...
Keighley, West Yorkshire
I make bouquets made from silk and satin and cotton fabric and jewellery from real gems, ...
Keighley, West Yorkshire
Hi this is me I am a mum off 5 Ive been married twice now Ive been trying to build my ...
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Hi ! I am Carmelina and I love doing Floral Handicraft. I started learning craft as ...
Todmorden, West Yorkshire
Fairy on the fireplace... she visits from Dec 1st then flys back with Santa on Dec24th ...
Burley in wharfedale, West Yorkshire
“ 5 Reasons Why Accessorising Your Home Is Important “ Have you ever taken a step back ...
Todmorden, West Yorkshire
How quickly Time flys it only seems like yesterday when your were walking them to nursery ...
Todmorden, West Yorkshire
If youre gappy and you know it... send in the tooth fairy...youre never to young... or ...
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Green Unakite necklace. You can find me tomorrow and every other Saturday at Albion Place ...
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
My attempt making macrame rings. What do you think?
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Blue and purple
(Born 1937 in Bradford in West Yorkshire), Painting,Photography
Voted the most influential British artist of the 20th century.
(Born 1898 in Castleford in West Yorkshire), Art,Sculpture
Henry Moore, British sculptor and artist, is known for monumental bronze sculptures, which are now displayed around the world as public works of art. If you visit Scotney Castle (Designed by Anthony Salvin) in Kent, you can see one of his works in the gardens.
(Born 1836 in Leeds in West Yorkshire), Painting
John Atkinson Grimshaw, British artist, was born on this day in the year 1836. He painted landscapes and city scenes.
(Born 1820 in Thornton in West Yorkshire), Fiction, Poetry
An English Poetess and writer of fiction. Anna was perhaps most famous for her second and final novel, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.
(Born 1817 in Bradford in West Yorkshire), Painting,Poetry
Patrick Branwell Bronte, painter and poet, was the brother of writers Emily, Anne, and Charlotte Bronte.
(Born 1718 in Otley in West Yorkshire), Furniture, Marquetry, Upholstery
A famous British cabinet maker.
(Born 1693 in Foulby in West Yorkshire), Automata, Clockmaking
As a clockmaker, Harrison invented the Marine chronometer, which kept time at sea. This meant that for the first time the crew could calculate their latitude.