Formed in 1958 Aireborough Historical Society exists to help preserve the history of:

  • Carlton
  • Guiseley
  • Hawksworth
  • Rawdon
  • Yeadon
  • Plus some nearby locations

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Esholt

Keepers Cottage – Esholt Springs, Stone Top Wood, (1)

This undated photo has the caption “Keeper’s Cottage, Esholt Springs, Near Bradford”….

Leeds & Liverpool Canal

In the snow, a dog called ‘Mia’ on the canal towpath of Leeds Liverpool Canal at Esholt.

Leigh, The Honourable Augusta – c1865

The Honourable Augusta Leigh with her dog “fly”.

Main Street

On the right building works are taking place.

Motor Cycle Racing – c1900

A motor cycle race at Esholt watched by large crowds.

Multi-View Postcard

The card depicts: “The long Walk”, Canal and the Smithy.

Nellie – Undated

This lady has been recorded as simply ‘Nellie’ .

Old Hall

It was the original Manor House for Esholt.

Today Esholt is famous the pub used in Emmerdale “The Woolpack” but it has a rich history long before the TV soap discovered it.

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Early Vehicles