Kirklees Collection (page 5)

Cub Scout leader Bronwyn Brook, of the Golcar Baptist group, pictured with Cubs from Golcar and Paddock who helped in a " mile of stickers" event on the Piazza which raised around £

Looking back... to the way Marsden station looked 30 years ago. This layout gave visitors to Huddersfield Railway Modellers two-day exhibition at Colne Valley Leisure Centre a glimpse of the past

A-dancing we will go... and thats what these young Ukrainian Club dancers did in Holmfirth where they raised £ 45 for the bodyscanner appeal

Turning up for a big international youth motocross event at the weekend in Leicestershire are these four Barkisland youngsters

Hotshots... thats residents of Ashford Court, Highburton, who raised £107
Hotshots... thats residents of Ashford Court, Highburton, who raised £ 107.33 for the appeal with a street party and a hoedown

St James s, Slaithwaithe, Brownies have joined the Stop Press hunt to find the oldest Brownie pack in the area. The Slaithwaithe pack

A technicolour cast - children from Bradley CE Junior School staged two performances of the musical Joseph and His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat

The 65th anniversary of scouting in the Holme Valley was celebrated at weekend camp. The Holme Valley District Go for 65 weekend camp was held at Sands recreation ground, Holmfirth

Parting gift... Scott Jackson and Nicola Chomiak - and all the other pupils at West Slaithwaithe School - are pictured with their £ 150 cheque for Huddersfield Royal Infirmarys Laser Appeal

Classy conservationists... Lindley Junior School pupils Stephanie Moorhouse and Daniel Claydon receive £ 100 prize money from Janet Gourley, Yorkshire Banks Senior Marketing Liaison Officer

These young barrel boys and girls hope the money will come rolling in from a wacky weekend on the road. The venture scouts from St Patricks Coritani group are rolling out the barrel - from Grasmere

Every little girls birthday is special - but this is one in the century. Emma Atkinson, seven today, is celebrating a unique occasion

Back in time... pupils, parents and friends of Upper Whitley School, Grange Moor, with teacher Mrs. Cath Gledhill (left), get ready to make their pilgrimage to Clarke Hall, Wakefield

Even a downpour failed to dampen the spirits of hundreds of youngsters in Newsome. They braved the rain to take part in a colourful procession to herald the start of the Newsome International

Second year pupils from Fartown High School are put through their paces by Miss Tyra Mughal, of the South Asian Dance Workshop at Huddersfield Art Gallery

A Huddersfield librarian has written a childrens musical which could become a vital part of teaching in schools. Mrs. Louie Carrs story, The Beetle and the Bookworm

Meeting the Mayor and Mayoress... Kirklees civic leaders Clr and Mrs. Colin Watson show the mace to children at St Aidans Church of England First School, Skelmanthorpe

Flying high... Fun lovers at Kirklees Fun Festivals Kite Day at Salendine Nook High School. The event - which was organized jointly by Kirklees

When the children of class 6T at Shepley First School tackle a school project they do it in style. Teacher Thelma Todd gave her nine and 10 year olds a task involving buildings

These youngsters with certificates and prize money after successfully competing in the annual national scout car races at Cleethorpes. Here are pictured with team Manager Mr

Dressed for the occasion- stallholders at Slaithwaithe Elizabethan fair. The event was the first carnival to be held in Slaithwaithe for several years, but it is hoped it will now be an annual event

Putting on the style are these Stile Common Junior School pupils who took part in an evening of music, melodrama and mirth

A revolution was started by pupils of Mirfield High School this morning. And they were given full support by the teaching staff

Off on a 10 lap sponsored toddle around the garden at St Jamess church, Rawthorpe, are these children from the areas playgroup

Happy birthday cubs! And its time to have a party, nine year old Richard Ashley (left) and his friends were among the 150 or so cubs from nine packs who attended a party on the Piazza to celebrate

Roll em... Giving their giant tyre a last big push up these boys from Battyeford Middle School Mirfield, who raised £ 61.28 for Sport Aid

Happy ending... entertainer Malcolm Yaffe keeps the last pupils of Kirklees smallest school happy during their last school party

Taking a step back in time are these pupils from Outlane Infants School who donned Victorian garb today as part of the schools centenary celebrations

These Mirfield Brownies and their leaders just went on and on when they decided to congratulate Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew on their forthcoming marriage

Members of the Pathfinders youth group at St Pauls church, Shepley, present tapes of disco music to youngsters at Turnshaws School, Kirkburton

Attempting to make her mark in the mens game of Rugby League is nine year old Sarah Tracey, who has joined up with the boys on a coaching course run by the Huddersfield schools

What did you do in the war, mummy?... War years were revisited when residents of Rose Mount, Birkby, held a 1940s street party in aid of the Kirkwood Hospice Appeal

Keeping Britain tidy are these pupils of Birkby Infants School, seen receiving prizes from Kirklees mayor councilor Mrs. Mary Walsh for their anti litter and clean up campaign posters

Honley at work and play was the theme of this years Honley carnival and these youngsters from Honley Trinity junior church Sunday school would definitely at play! 28th June 1986

A local Scout has been camping out since the beginning of February in a bid to win a trip for his patrol to the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea

Science is fun... Kirklees Mayor Clr Tom Oonovan shows a chick to a group of children at the Kirklees Primary Science Fair

Slaithwaite Brownies celebrated their 60th birthday with a series of events. A special church service was held at St Jamess Church, Slaithwaite

From young to old... Mrs Sally Codman, of Kirkwood Hospice, receives a £ 200 cheque from six-year-old Christopher Naylor, while other pupils of Rosemead School, Almondbury, look

Singing in the rain turned out to be a wise choice of theme for Meltham carnival. Committee member Mrs Susan Bray said the theme had been chosen as a joke; " It usually rains on the day

Gangsters... pupils at Lepton Middle School, which closes in a few weeks are rehearsing their last production, the musical Bugsy Malone

Its World Cup fever as the teams line up - every bit as much as it will be for tonights England-West Germany clash. And if the 6, 750 individual spectators plus 200 police, ambulance, camera crew

Great fun, this rugby lark... at least that is the impression given by these youngsters from Hinchliffe Mill Junior School as they enjoy a session of New Image rugby which gives boys

With a little help from my friends... 10-year-old Katy Hardaker is pictured with friends from Almondbury Junior School who did a sponsored walk to raise money for a new tricycle

All the fun of the fete... Enjoying their event is this group of volunteers and visitors at Lowerhouses Playscheme Fete. The fete was at a recreation ground off Hall Cross Road, Lowerhouses

Dance instructor Sarah Sutton is pictured with Wendi Armstrong doing the splits at a meeting of a new club in Deighton. Girls who like to get in on the action are invited to join the club

River finds - Marsden school children at work on a river project. Schools from the Colne Valley took part in the Riverwatch scheme and their work included carrying out a pollution survey

Champion... disabled children from the area were presented with swimming awards at their prize giving. The children were awarded with the badges

Pulling power... youngsters from the Kirklees Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme pull their weight in a sponsored barge tow on Saturday

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"Kirklees: A Tapestry of Vibrant Stories and Adventures" In the heart of Kirklees, amidst the call of the wild, young pupils from Stile Common Junior School showcased their immense talent through a mesmerizing musical extravaganza. Their voices echoed through the air, leaving everyone in awe. Anne Mountfield, an interviewer with a keen eye for potential stars, had the privilege to sit down with these young prodigies who were destined to appear on television. Their dreams and aspirations filled the room as they shared their stories and hopes for a bright future. At Honley Show, Margaret Mottram from Thurlstone Owl Sanctuary held a majestic bird in her hands. The bond between them was evident as she passionately spoke about her dedication to protecting these magnificent creatures that grace our skies. John Smith's Going to the Match captured the spirit of Huddersfield Town FC within Kirklees. The roar of passionate fans reverberated throughout every corner as they cheered on their beloved team towards victory. Exploring Kirklees became effortless with detailed maps guiding us through its diverse landscapes. From WF17 0 to HD1 6 and HD1 3 all the way to HD8 8 and HD8 9 - each location offered unique experiences waiting to be discovered. The Death of Robin Hood by Thales Fielding transported us back in time, capturing this legendary tale that has stood the test of centuries. It reminded us how folklore can shape our understanding of history while igniting our imagination. Amidst all this excitement, Mrs Winifred Haigh and her husband Jack embarked on champagne-style shopping adventures within Kirklees. They reveled in discovering hidden gems while creating cherished memories together. Brian and Jean Tillotson welcomed locals into their warm embrace at Hare and Hounds pub in Marsden. Their hospitality created an inviting atmosphere where laughter flowed freely among friends old and new.