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Savile Park, Halifax - DPC00635
The croci spring up very year on this grass verge to this day.
Manor Heath, Halifax - DPC00633
This very pleasant park is a very popular location for local families, there are attractions such as a playground, a cafe and a tropical centre.
Manor Heath, Halifax - DPC00631
The building seen in this photograph is now known as Crossley Heath School, formerly Crossley and Porter Grammar school. Seemingly a games session is in progress. Postcard dated 1950.
Manor Heath, Halifax - DPC00629
This handsome house no longer exists, the spot where it was is now a rose garden in Manor Heath Park. It was once the home of John Crossley, one of the Crossley family who made their fortune from their carpet factory at Dean Clough. They were…
Heath Grammar School, Halifax - DPC00627
This school was once known as the Free School, hence the name of the road on which it is situated. it is now a training centre. Postcard dated 1907.
Abbot's Homes , Halifax - DPC00625
Named after John Abbot, these ladies' homes are in the Skircoat Green area of Halifax. Postcard dated 1911.
Spring Hall Military Hospital - DPC00623
The text on this card explains the purpose of this hospital. Two of the patients can be seen looking out of the window. Judging by their attire they are war wounded.
Halifax Royal Infirmary - DPC00621
This hospital was in use until the end of the 20th century when there was a new hospital: the Calderdale Royal, built on the site of the old General Hospital. The many wards and departments were converted into housing. Postcard dated 1906.
St Luke's Hospital, Halifax - DPC00617
This very grand building was one of two hospitals in the town and became the General Hospital. The wards in the round towers were interesting for staff and patients alike. Much of the site was redeveloped and a new hospital was built in the early…
Huddersfield Road - DPC00615
The view along this road is little changed today apart from the type and amount, of traffic. The Stafford Arms was until recently still an inn. It is Indian restaurant today. Postcard dated 1938.
Halifax Hospital - DPC00613
This was known as St Luke's Hospital when first built and became the General Hospital. It was one of two in the town, the other being the Royal Halifax Infirmary.
Lawrence Road, Halifax - DPC00609
This residential area of Halifax is as desirable today as when this picture was taken. Postcard dated 1920.
Skircoat Green Road - DPC00607
The view along this road is little changed today apart from the type and amount, of traffic.
Skircoat Green - DPC00605
The view along this road is little changed today apart from the type and amount, of traffic. trams ran in the town and surrounding villages from 1898 until 1939.
Tram Terminus, Skircoat Green - DPC00604
The view along this road is little changed today apart from the type and amount, of traffic. Note the little dog in the road watching proceedings.
Halifax Corporation Tram Shed - DPC00601
A very atmospheric shot of the tram shed, date unknown.
Tram no 30 at West Vale - DPC00599
This tram is heading back to Halifax from West Vale, terminating at the post office on Commercial Street. The Economic stores, of which there were branches all over Calderdale at one time, can be seen on the right. Wonder if the smart gentleman has…
Tram no 30 at West Vale - DPC00597
This tram is heading back to Halifax from West Vale, terminating at the post office on Commercial Street. The Economic stores, of which there were branches all over Calderdale at one time, can be seen on the right.
Tram Accident at Halifax - DPC00595
This happened on the 1st of July 1906, on North Bridge. Tram number 94 went out of control as it travelled down New Bank and overturned on North Bridge. Two people were killed and 12 injured. The driver was dismissed and a strike ensued. By 31st…
Halifax Station - DPC00593
This view of the approach to the station with its cobbled road remains much the same, but the frontage is of a more modern design today.
Halifax Station - DPC00591
View of the approach to the station with its cobbled. The frontage has been remodelled. This photograph is on a postcard with a mark of 1917. The houses clinging to the Southowram hillside have mostly gone.
Parish Church, Halifax - DPC00589
Old Tristram Poor Box. Postcard dated 1943 which says: I am writing this in the Queen Hotel, Halifax. We have just finished a lovely meal of bully beef sandwiches. I am very sorry but this is the best card I could get in this one-eyed Hole!
Parish Church, Halifax - DPC00587
There has been a church in this site for at least 700 years and in recent years became a minster. This is a good shot of the interior.
Parish Church, Halifax - DPC00585
There has been a church in this site for at least 700 years and in recent years became a minster. Postcard dated 1906.
Parish Church, Halifax - DPC00583
There has been a church in this site for at least 700 years and in recent years it became a minster.