West Yorkshire Collection (page 9)

Two Huddersfield schoolboys, James Mosley (left) and Nathan Sykes, will take part in Rugby Leagues mini War of the Roses at Headingly tomorrow

These Hall Bower girls put their school holidays to good use ? by raising money for charity. Ten-year-old Joanne Woodcock (left) and Kathryn Rose (7), who both go to Hall Bower Sunday school

Dancing days... Five-year-old Scott Armstrong has won 18 medals and five trophies in just two years of competitive dancing

Tasty... Trying out the hotdogs at a summer fete held in the grounds of Longdenholme old peoples home, Greenhead Road, Huddersfield, are Robert Clarke (left) and Shane Wooler

Fund-raisers found success on a plate at a garden party in aid of the Ellerslie Child Development Unit. Organiser Mrs Sally Greenfield (left), of Oakes

Three policemen working in the Deighton and Sheepridge areas gave up part of their weekend to take a group of youngsters to the seaside

Getting to know each other are these mothers and toddlers who met at a new club held for the first time at St Johns CofE Junior and Infants school, Golcar

Bishop David Konstant, Roman Catholic Bishop of Leeds, heads a group of walkers on an annual 20-mile sponsored walk to raise money for the diocesan mission in Peru

Four-year-old Emily Sylvester presents a £300 cheque to National Society for
Four-year-old Emily Sylvester presents a £ 300 cheque to National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children regional organiser Mr Russell Smith

Messing about on the water will be part of the fun of the 12th Marsden Festival this weekend. Hayley Shaw, 13, and Sarah Hewitt, 11, are seen getting things ready for the small model boat race

Colne Valley Eagles majorette troupe will be stepping out in style next season thanks to a Golcar businessman. Mr Eddie Bailey, a partner in Pennine Finance

Having a splashing time! These young swimmers took part in a water confidence course for the under-fives at Cambridge Road Baths, Huddersfield

Money raising at Meltham... These three youngsters from the village have raised £; 40 for an overseas relief charity

Holme Valley Torchlight Procession. There were nearly 60 entries for this years procession, including majorettes, brownies, cubs, guides, scouts and brass bands

Mass walkies - twenty-four dogs and walkers took part in this sponsored walk at Beaumont Park for the Huddersfield branch of the RSPCA

Harvest festival guests the Rev Graham Whitcroft, Vicar of Lepton (left), and Mr Brian Shaw, of Kirklees Educational Welfare Services, pictured with some of the children at Lepton CofE First School

Checking the clues before setting out on a treasure hunt at Marsden are (from left) Nikki Wheeler, Deborah Waggoner and Kelly Wheeler

Harvest surprise... pensioner Mrs Edith Gill and Mr Clifford Sheard receive harvest parcels from pupils of Berry Brow Infants and Nursery School

Singing out loud - these pupils of Bradley Infants School were among some 150 youngsters taking part in a 20-minute sponsored sing

Head girl Zoe Leeper presents a £101 cheque from The Mount School, Edgerton
Head girl Zoe Leeper presents a £ 101 cheque from The Mount School, Edgerton, to Mr Austin Clegg, honorary chairman of the Yorkshire branch of the Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary in Ramsbottom

Ready for the off - these youngsters were among 30 children who went on a sponsored walk this morning organised by Shelley Pre-School Playgroup

Ready for the off - these youngsters were among the children who went on a sponsored walk this morning organised by Shelley Pre-School Playgroup

Parent Mrs Rifat Khan demonstrates the art of Asian cooking to these youngsters at an international day at Stile Common Infants and Nursery School

Young Ben Astin, of Dalton, gets a helping hand from his mother, Mrs Helen Astin, at a Collage Train event at Huddersfield Childrens Library

A total of 76 boys, some of them as young as six, attended the first session of a Rugby League coaching course at Huddersfields Arena 84 ground

Paper-chase... These are some of the 66 pupils of South Crosland Junior School who collected a quarter-tonne of paper as part of an environmental project on natural resources

Gold, silver and bronze medals came Huddersfield Gym Clubs way when the regional National Development Plan finals were held at Paddock Youth Centre

Showing off some of the produce at a harvest thanksgiving service at Upperthong Junior and Infants School are Sally Figg (left), Thomas Jackson and Timothy Welton (right)

Catherine Ward, secretary of Ravensthorpe Junior Missionary Association, starts a sponsored walk by Sunday School members and teachers from the North Road Methodist Church, Ravensthorpe, on Saturday

Greenhead Gymnastic Clubs youngsters were in fine form both individually and collectively at the West Yorkshire Championships

Paddock Juniors are hoping that their latest acquisition will help to plug any leaks in their defence. They have just been sponsored with a new strip by J E and B Fisher

All dressed up for the St Barnabas Church, Crosland Moor old-time music hall show - (from left) Samantha Langrick, John Caldwell and Tracey Gannon

Talented twins Lianne (left) and Michelle Scott celebrated their sixth birthday with millions of television viewers when a picture they painted of the party celebrations was shown on Mike Reids

Longwoods Clare Griffith has just returned from a taste of paradise - a zoology study on an uninhabited island in the middle of the Indian Ocean

County scout secretary Mrs Margaret Hunter shows off the winners shield to members of the 15th Cowcliffe Spider patrol, who were taking part in the annual inter-district camping competition at

All smiles from marathon runner Tony Gill and some of the pupils at the school which will benefit from his efforts. Mr Gill, now a student at Liverpool University

City of Sheffield were the top club when the Borough of Kirklees held their sixth Open Meed at the Sports Centre on Saturday

Hat trick - Fireman Richard Hagger meets (from left) Wayne Routledge, Bryan Rhodes and John Rhodes at Mirfield fire stations open day

Rehearsing for a special production are Joanne Wilkinson at the piano with (from left) Andrew Bailey, Tina Garbutt and Sara-Jo Cooper

A popular visitor to Braken Hall Community Centre was rugby league star Henderson Gill, who signed winners certificates for children who were successful in a gardening competition organised by

Young members of Huddersfield Light Opera Company are to stage a production of the evergreen musical, Salad Days, as their contribution to International Youth Year

Children from Riverside School, Hebden Bridge, demonstrate the ups and down of a new game designed to promote fire safety

People are being given the chance to become a budding Barbara Hepworth or Henry Moore at DIY ceramic sculpture sessions at Brettons Yorkshire Sculpture Park

These two "jailbirds"will be making a break for freedom
These two " jailbirds" will be making a break for freedom and for charity later this month. The will join other teams taking part in a light-hearted break out from Lindholme Prison in

Roll out the barrel - for the Crossroads Inn and Restaurant at New Mill. The pub, which used to be the Toss o Coin, has been closed for two weeks while refurbishment was carried out

Ahoy There! These intrepid sailors get ready to take to the water for a sponsored sail which raised over £ 4, 000 - half for the Imperial Cancer Research Fund

Helpful people with a large cheque... thats Rawthorpe High Schools ancillary staff, who raised £ 276.25 for the bodyscanner

These fivers and tenners are destined for the bodyscanner coffers, thanks to the fund-raising efforts of (from left) Michelle, Daniel, Martin, Gary and Claire Whitwam

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Welcome to West Yorkshire, a captivating region in England's United Kingdom. Explore the enchanting village of Haworth, nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Bronte Country. Immerse yourself in the literary heritage that inspired the renowned Bronte sisters. Transport yourself back in time with the Yorkshire West Riding Historical John Speed 1610 Map, tracing the footsteps of history across this remarkable county. Discover Leeds, a vibrant city boasting architectural marvels like the Grand Theatre, where culture and entertainment thrive. Uncover an antique map showcasing West Yorkshire's rich history, connecting it to neighboring towns such as Derby, Nottingham, and Lincoln. Wander through Middleton Woods near Ilkley and witness nature's masterpiece as bluebells blanket the forest floor. Marvel at Wakefield Bridge and its accompanying Chantry Chapel; these iconic landmarks stand as testaments to West Yorkshire's past. Journey south from Bradford's Manningham area for panoramic views of old wool mills that once shaped this industrial hub. Experience Stile Common Junior School's musical extravaganza - a testament to the call of creativity echoing throughout West Yorkshire. Visit Bradford City Park and be mesmerized by Garden of Light Display in Centenary Square; here art intertwines with urban life. Leeds' Grand Theatre beckons you into its opulent halls for unforgettable performances against a backdrop steeped in European charm. Delve into The Coal Miners Strike litho capturing Streethouse inhabitants digging for coal amidst refuse - an evocative reminder of their resilience. Travel back to 1845 with an unknown creator’s depiction of rustic sports at Harewood House Park – a glimpse into timeless traditions cherished by generations past. West Yorkshire invites you on an extraordinary journey through time and natural wonders – come discover its allure.