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Close up of another crew in train cabin. - EIL00122
This snapshot might indicate this crew were working later in the decade as the format in the early 1900's would have been Post Card.
Train with cargo. - EIL00123
This train appears to be at a passing point on the track. The fields in the background might be useful in determining the location. The two men working the engine are possibly also represented in photo 21PC, although the engine doesn't appear to be…
Train with three of the crew. - EIL00124
The steep hillside behind this engine might help determine where it is, but it is believed to be an engine used in the building of the Walshaw Dean Reservoirs. The hut behind the engine might indicate a stopping point of some sort.
Middle Bank & Valve House, Walshaw Dean Reservoir - EIL00126
The reservoir was officially opened in October 1907.
Walshaw Dean Lodge. - EIL00127
Originally termed a cottage, the size and elegance of this water keeper's house became a bit controversial during the latter stages of construction of the reservoirs. The foundation stone for the building was laid in May 1903. The large room on the…
Official Opening of the Walshaw Dean Reservoirs - EIL00128
1st October 1907. Group of dignitaries just coming our of the valve house of one of the reservoirs.
Crimsworth Valley and the Lodge - EIL00129
A more recent photo of Crimsworth Dene which someone has probably used to attach to a small calendar. This was quite a common thing to do in the 1950's and 1960's especially for amateur photographers. The lodge at Midgehole can be seen bottom right.
Crimsworth Dean - EIL00130
Looking down over Midgehole. This Post Card from the "Lion" Series has been hand coloured (no colour film at the time). The postage required is 1/2d or 1d if foreign.
New Pavilion, Hardcastle Crags - EIL00131
The proprietor at the time was Edwin Crossley (hand coloured postcard, copyright E. H. Lord, Hebden Bridge).
Gibson Mill, Hardcastle Crags - EIL00132
Probably early 20th century picture, before the mill was converted for dancing and refreshments. Later photos have windows let into the roof, possibly to light the dance hall.
Hebden Hey Cafe - EIL00133
This Post Card probably dates from the 1940's. The property is now a Scout Complex. Notice the man's head carved high on the side gable. (Postcard Lilywhite Ltd, Brighouse, copyright HCS 35).
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee (1897) - EIL00134
This Post Card shows the view down Bridge Gate, Hebden Bridge, towards West End where the Jubilee Arch can be just made out. Notice the sets making up the road surface. The old bridge is just behind the photographer and Cumberland House is on the…
Northgate, Heptonstall - EIL00135
The lady is carrying an enamel jug which suggests she may be going to the pump for water. Possibly early 1920s.
Heptonstall - EIL00136
Possibly sale of produce.
The Octagonal Methodist Church, Heptonstall - EIL00138
The chapel was built in 1764 by a Methodist Society which had grown steadily since John Wesley’s first visit in 1747. At first it was a perfect octagon, but in 1802 the sides were extended and the gallery reconstructed to increase the capacity. The…
Milking Time - EIL00139
It was hard work, but these men look to be enjoying it.
On the Stepping Stones - EIL00141
Hardcastle Crags, possibly 1930s.
Gibson Mill in winter - EIL00143
Hardcastle Crags
Heptonstall Churches - EIL00144
The tower of the new church seen through an archway og the old one.
Newspaper Article - EIL00146
The chapel opened in 1764, therefore this presentation must have taken place in 1984.
