Places to go in Hebden Bridge

“Spending time together, talking, visiting on the way up, eating up at the lodge and just enjoying all the colors.” – Kelly Klein quotes

I’ve realised that it’s been far too long since I’ve had a good look around Hebden. I’ve become very comfortable in my little cocoon with the cats, and it’s about time I really breathed in my surroundings. So yesterday I took a trip out by train to some of the local attractions…

Bankfield Museum

Bankfield Museum was originally the home of Britain’s largest wool manufacturer Edward Akroyd. He built it up more or less from scratch, turning it into a lavish Italian-style mansion before his death. His vision still remains today, with Bankfield Museum exhibiting international costume and textile collections from all around the world. There really was some smashing stuff in there. I was particularly intrigued by the Anicent Egyptian mummy wrappings, as well as the woven African cloth. It really makes you think.

Shibden Hall

My little trip also saw me visit Shibden Hall. It’s an all-purpose open house really, with lots going on included arts and crafts and even concerts. I took in a lovely walk around the Hall’s 37 hectares of parkland before having a cup of tea and a scone in the cafe.

All in all, a day well spent I think. I had a little bit of trouble figuring out the transport links, but luckily the speed of my VPN connection more than makes up for any hitches my general incompetence throws up! LOL

The cats were very pleased to see me when I came in, and we all snuggled up on the sofa with a book to end the night. A lovely day.

“Friendship increases in visiting friends, but in visiting them seldom.” – Francis Bacon, Sr.

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