Guidebook of places to visit
Sightseeing
The historic village of Haworth is just 3 miles from Midden Cottage.
Enjoy a walk on the Bronte Way which passes the front of the cottage - then take in the moorland scenery of Top Withens and the Bronte Falls, and continue on into Haworth in time for lunch or afternoon tea.
Meander down its cobbled main street and browse its independent shops, cafés, micro-bars, galleries, restaurants and the Brontë Parsonage.
It's a must for both Brontë and steam railway enthusiasts.
Visit ‘Haworth Steam Brewery’ with Yorkshire brewed beers and sample their range of dynamic flavour-inspired gins that showcase everything that’s best about Yorkshire.
Paint a pot to take back as a memento, whist having refreshments or lunch at ‘Cobbles & Clay’.
There are also special themed weekends in Haworth ie the 1940's weekend and the Steam Punk festival.
There are hourly busses from Haworth to Stanbury (the B1 bus) or Bronte Taxis can take you back to your doorstep.
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Haworth
The historic village of Haworth is just 3 miles from Midden Cottage.
Enjoy a walk on the Bronte Way which passes the front of the cottage - then take in the moorland scenery of Top Withens and the Bronte Falls, and continue on into Haworth in time for lunch or afternoon tea.
Meander down its cobbled main street and browse its independent shops, cafés, micro-bars, galleries, restaurants and the Brontë Parsonage.
It's a must for both Brontë and steam railway enthusiasts.
Visit ‘Haworth Steam Brewery’ with Yorkshire brewed beers and sample their range of dynamic flavour-inspired gins that showcase everything that’s best about Yorkshire.
Paint a pot to take back as a memento, whist having refreshments or lunch at ‘Cobbles & Clay’.
There are also special themed weekends in Haworth ie the 1940's weekend and the Steam Punk festival.
There are hourly busses from Haworth to Stanbury (the B1 bus) or Bronte Taxis can take you back to your doorstep.
The parsonage is a must for Brontë fans, and anyone interested in history or just wanting a glimpse of a lifestyle from the past.
In peak times do pre-book tickets as time slots can get booked up.
www.bronte.org.uk
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Bronte Parsonage Museum
Church StreetThe parsonage is a must for Brontë fans, and anyone interested in history or just wanting a glimpse of a lifestyle from the past.
In peak times do pre-book tickets as time slots can get booked up.
www.bronte.org.uk
If you’re interested in riding on a steam train you can ride through Oakworth, where Lionel Jeffries 1970’s version of the Railway Children was filmed on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.
Past Oakworth is Ingrow West, which is home to RAIL STORY where there are two Award-winning museums and entry is free with a Day Rover Ticket.
The other direction takes you to Oxenhope where you can visit the goods shed. This was extended in the early days of preservation, and is now the main site for the restoration and servicing of the carriages and goods vehicles in regular use on the Railway.
www.kwvr.co.uk
(K&WVR) Oxenhope Railway Station
Mill LaneIf you’re interested in riding on a steam train you can ride through Oakworth, where Lionel Jeffries 1970’s version of the Railway Children was filmed on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.
Past Oakworth is Ingrow West, which is home to RAIL STORY where there are two Award-winning museums and entry is free with a Day Rover Ticket.
The other direction takes you to Oxenhope where you can visit the goods shed. This was extended in the early days of preservation, and is now the main site for the restoration and servicing of the carriages and goods vehicles in regular use on the Railway.
www.kwvr.co.uk
Wycoller is over the top road into Lancashire, though only about 15 minutes drive to the nearest car park, which has wonderful views as you walk down into the Wycoller - you can also drive a bit further round to another car park with less of a walk.
Wycoller is a fantastic place for a picnic within the grounds of the old ruined Hall; by the Ford and old bridges or by the pond - it also has a cafe.
If you fancy a longer walk you can walk there on the Bronte Way which passes the cottage from Haworth (just you may need a taxi back from Wycoller!)
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Wycoller Country Park
Wycoller RoadWycoller is over the top road into Lancashire, though only about 15 minutes drive to the nearest car park, which has wonderful views as you walk down into the Wycoller - you can also drive a bit further round to another car park with less of a walk.
Wycoller is a fantastic place for a picnic within the grounds of the old ruined Hall; by the Ford and old bridges or by the pond - it also has a cafe.
If you fancy a longer walk you can walk there on the Bronte Way which passes the cottage from Haworth (just you may need a taxi back from Wycoller!)
Attractions in Skipton include a mediæval castle, narrowboat trips on the Leeds/Liverpool canal and many unusual, attractive shops.
Enjoy fish & chips from Bizzie Lizzie's whilst sitting by the canal and feeding the ducks or pidgins!
Hot air balloon rides can also be booked through Balloon Journey, Skipton.
165 locals recommend
Skipton
Attractions in Skipton include a mediæval castle, narrowboat trips on the Leeds/Liverpool canal and many unusual, attractive shops.
Enjoy fish & chips from Bizzie Lizzie's whilst sitting by the canal and feeding the ducks or pidgins!
Hot air balloon rides can also be booked through Balloon Journey, Skipton.
The Victorian spa town of Ilkley is half-an-hour's drive away.
Ilkley is home to the renowned Betty's tearooms and other cafes, independent shops, riverside walks, and, of course, Ilkley Moor with the famous Cow & Calf Rocks, all which contribute to the pre-war atmosphere.
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Ilkley Moor Cow and Calf Rocks
Hangingstone RoadThe Victorian spa town of Ilkley is half-an-hour's drive away.
Ilkley is home to the renowned Betty's tearooms and other cafes, independent shops, riverside walks, and, of course, Ilkley Moor with the famous Cow & Calf Rocks, all which contribute to the pre-war atmosphere.
Bolton Abbey is a lovely place to visit. You can walk round the Abbey ruins and adjacent Church. There’s a cafe, antique bookshop, and a nice circular walk with some great stepping stones over the river - and a bridge!
185 locals recommend
Bolton Abbey
Bolton Abbey is a lovely place to visit. You can walk round the Abbey ruins and adjacent Church. There’s a cafe, antique bookshop, and a nice circular walk with some great stepping stones over the river - and a bridge!
Harrogate, a bit further along from both Skipton and Ilkey, is home to the old Victorian Turkish Baths and a nice array of shops.
It also has a choice of two Betty's renowned tearooms, one in the centre of Harrogate and the other at Harlow Carr gardens.
221 locals recommend
Harrogate
Harrogate, a bit further along from both Skipton and Ilkey, is home to the old Victorian Turkish Baths and a nice array of shops.
It also has a choice of two Betty's renowned tearooms, one in the centre of Harrogate and the other at Harlow Carr gardens.
Hebden Bridge, about 30 mins drive away, offers a wide range of alternative-culture shops, organic cafés and the fabulous old restored cinema “The Picture House”, or “The Little Theatre”, tucked below towering terraces of houses built into the hillside.
The canal runs through Hebden and canal boat rides can be booked through the summertime.
Heptonstall, an unspoilt weaving village, is just a stone’s throw up the hill and Yorkshire mill town Halifax, is a bit further along the Calder Valley.
139 locals recommend
Hebden Bridge
Hebden Bridge, about 30 mins drive away, offers a wide range of alternative-culture shops, organic cafés and the fabulous old restored cinema “The Picture House”, or “The Little Theatre”, tucked below towering terraces of houses built into the hillside.
The canal runs through Hebden and canal boat rides can be booked through the summertime.
Heptonstall, an unspoilt weaving village, is just a stone’s throw up the hill and Yorkshire mill town Halifax, is a bit further along the Calder Valley.
Halifax is a superb example of a Yorkshire mill town.
Visit the Piece Hall to see galleried terraces of shops and cafe's or the weekend market (if the market is still on!)
Dean Clough art gallery, shop and cafe is housed in one of the largest old mill buildings in the area - or drop into Eureka, the National Children’s Museum.
You can do a circuit to Halifax, then Hebden Bridge and back.
119 locals recommend
The Wine Barrel
BlackledgeHalifax is a superb example of a Yorkshire mill town.
Visit the Piece Hall to see galleried terraces of shops and cafe's or the weekend market (if the market is still on!)
Dean Clough art gallery, shop and cafe is housed in one of the largest old mill buildings in the area - or drop into Eureka, the National Children’s Museum.
You can do a circuit to Halifax, then Hebden Bridge and back.
The World Heritage site, Salts Mill 1853, is about 30 mins drive away in Saltaire.
Salts Mill Gallery, in the Mill, is home to the exciting David Hockney exhibition.
Saltaire also has a few independent shops and cafes and the canal nearby is nice for a stroll.
Continue on into Bradford - see next listing…
91 locals recommend
Salts Mill
Victoria RoadThe World Heritage site, Salts Mill 1853, is about 30 mins drive away in Saltaire.
Salts Mill Gallery, in the Mill, is home to the exciting David Hockney exhibition.
Saltaire also has a few independent shops and cafes and the canal nearby is nice for a stroll.
Continue on into Bradford - see next listing…
Revitalised Bradford, 14 miles away (30 mins drive) offers the National Science and Media Museum which is also home to one of the first IMAX screens for a most immersive cinema experience.
Bradford has a wide range of Asian shops and restaurants, including Bombay Stores (the UK’s largest Asian store) and the Mumtaz restaurant, both of which are in the same area up past Bfd college.
www.bombaystores.co.uk/Home/Contact
www.mumtaz.co.uk
78 locals recommend
National Science and Media Museum
PicturevilleRevitalised Bradford, 14 miles away (30 mins drive) offers the National Science and Media Museum which is also home to one of the first IMAX screens for a most immersive cinema experience.
Bradford has a wide range of Asian shops and restaurants, including Bombay Stores (the UK’s largest Asian store) and the Mumtaz restaurant, both of which are in the same area up past Bfd college.
www.bombaystores.co.uk/Home/Contact
www.mumtaz.co.uk
For a cultural evening see what’s on at the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford - advance bookings recommend.
A meal could be had at the Studio Theatre restaurant or at one of the various Indian / other restaurants locally.
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Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
Morley StreetFor a cultural evening see what’s on at the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford - advance bookings recommend.
A meal could be had at the Studio Theatre restaurant or at one of the various Indian / other restaurants locally.
If you're travelling to or from the M1, The Yorkshire Sculpture Park near Wakefield is a lovely place to visit with parkland and sculptures outside or various art exhibitions inside - plus a cafe and a shop.
www.ysp.org.uk
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park station
If you're travelling to or from the M1, The Yorkshire Sculpture Park near Wakefield is a lovely place to visit with parkland and sculptures outside or various art exhibitions inside - plus a cafe and a shop.
www.ysp.org.uk