APPOINTMENTS INFO AT OUTWOOD SURGERY 1958
There was a very strict appointments regime in olace at Outwood Surgery in 1958, overseen by the formidable Miss Graham.
REV BYWATER OUTWOOD VICAR
The interesting and sometimes sad story of one of the most popular and respected vicars of Outwood researched told by David Simmonds
A WALK DOWN LIGHT LANE ALVERTHORPE.
Let’s all travel back in time to April 1911, and meet the residents of Light Lane. their families, and learn their occupations.
MEMORIES OF OUTWOOD MEMORIAL HALL
Maureen Charlesworth looks back at her wonderful memories of dancing classes at the hall.
OUTWOOD MILL LASSES
In the 1930s only the rich had motor cars, sometimes the only way to get to work was to walk. this is the story of the route some Outwood Mill Lasses took to get to work.
A WALK DOWN COACH ROAD, OUTWOOD
We hope to show you a little of what the street is like in 1911 and how it relates to what you know of the place in 2017.
A SERIAL KILLER PART 1
John George Haigh. The story of his childhood in Outwood, he lived in Ledger Lane and attended Wakefield Grammar School.
A SERIAL KILLER PART 2
The middle years of his life and the fatal decision he made to leave his parents home and move to London.
A SERIAL KILLER PART 3
How he became a serial killer and how he was found out, tried for murder and hanged in Wandsworth Prison.
THE STORY OF OUTWOOD HALL
This famous old Outwood landmark almost certainly met it’s eventual fate, when it was bought by The Stanley Urban District Council.
GROWING UP IN OUTWOOD IN THE 1930s Part 1.
By the late Norman Ellis, a wonderful story of Normans life, starting with part one, school days.
GROWING UP IN OUTWOOD IN THE 1930s Part 2.
By the late Norman Ellis, a wonderful story of Normans life, continuing with part two, growing up.
GILCHRIST’S SHOP OUTWOOD
In the 1930s and early 1940s almost every kid in Outwood called at Gilchrist’s shop on Ledger Lane on their way to school.
FIREWOOD ARTHUR
In Outwood during the 1920/30s everyone in the village new Arthur, his story is told by the late Norman Ellis who lived in Outwood at the time.
PINDERFIELD'S HUTS 1944 THE WAR YEARS.
The casualties in World War II were happily not as heavy as in the 1914-18 conflict, still there remain about three quarters of a million men seriously wounded, apart from those who were killed.
1958 A NEW DOCTOR’S SURGERY FOR OUTWOOD
We beleive this was one of the first purpose built doctors surgeries in the country.
and is described here in depth.
MY MEMORIES OF BOTTOMBOAT PART 1. (The early years)
Sid Pickersgill looks back at his life in Bottomboat, from the early years to the present day. in Sid’s own words, I send Love and sunshine and wish you a happy 2019.
MY MEMORIES OF BOTTOMBOAT PART 2. (The middle years)
Sid Pickersgill looks back at his life in Bottomboat, from the early years to the present day. in Sid’s own words, I send Love and sunshine and wish you a happy 2019.
MY MEMORIES OF BOTTOMBOAT PART 3. (The conclusion)
Sid Pickersgill looks back at his life in Bottomboat, from the early years to the present day. in Sid’s own words, I send Love and sunshine and wish you a happy 2019.
WAKEFIELD AND DISTRICT COAT OF ARMS
The council was granted a new official Coat of Arms in 1990, deigned by the York Herald of Arms and approved by Warrant of the Earl Marshall, the Sovereign’s Lieutenant in matters armorial.
THE STORY OF ELM VILLA FARM
The farm was situated at the junction of Grandstand Road and Nook Lane, Carr Gate, despite being unknown, the story of the Arundle’s is a fascinating one.
THE STORY OF LOFTHOUSE PARK
In 1908 Britain's first Amusement Park was built at Lofthouse, it was owned by Yorkshire West Riding Electric Tramway Company and opened at Whitsuntide 1908.
COAL MINING IN OUTWOOD
The first really extensive mining in Outwood took place in the early nineteenth century, when the Fentons opened nearly a dozen mines.
THE STRANGE CASE OF ZIGMUND JAN ADAMSKI
On a miserable wet afternoon in the summer of 1980, the body of a 56 year old man was discovered under very strange circumstances, lying on the top of a coal tip in the smalll town town of Todmorden, in West Yorkshire.
THE STORY OF THE GREAT OUT WOOD
The village of Outwood stands on the A61 between Wakefield and Leeds, in the heart of West Yorkshire, here is the story of how Outwood got its name
THE FIRST VICAR OF OUTWOOD
James Stewart Gammill was the first vicar of Outwood, he was the eldest son of Captain James Stewart of Adiferry. He was born on September 21st 1826 at Beech Hill, Dnoghmore, County Down..
SPRINGFIELD/MADAM HALL OUTWOOD
My grandma Helen Arundle, lived at 99 Lingwell Gate Lane, just 100 yards from Madam Hall, as kids we were scared to death of going anywhere near the place, we had heard tales of dungeons and ghosts.
FACTS ABOUT HER MAJESTY’S PRISON WAKEFIELD
Wakefield House of Correction was made possible by an endowment of £20 in 1595 from the will of barrister, George Savile. His father, also George, lived in Haselden Hall in Northgate.
THE STORY OF LOCAL TRANSPORT
Local historian and former haulage contractor Charlie Walker looks back at our local transport heritage, in and around Wakefield.
WAKEFIELDS FAMOUS CASTLE AT SANDAL
Sandal Castle was probably first built in the early 12th century after William de Warenne received the Manor of Wakefield from Henry I in about 1106.
TALES FROM OUTWOOD CHURCH SCHOOL
A fascinating insight into the ediucational practice and social conditions of the old school house on Rook’s Nest Road, Outwood.
THE HISTORY OF LIQUORICE
As kids we were all very fond of Pontefract Cakes which were made just up the road, so click on Learn more to read how it all came about.
WAKEFIELD TOWN HALL
In the Civic Centre, Wood Street, Wakefield, stands the Town Hall, the County Hall and now sadly up for sale, the Law Courts.
A VIEW OF OUTWOOD
Hard to believe that wild animals once roamed our village, click on the learn more button and read Charlie Walker’s view of Outwood.
THE STORY OF METHODISM IN OUTWOOD
There were once 3 Methodist Churches in Outwood, United Free, Primitive and Weslyan, Norman Ellis picks up the story.
JESSE’S, STANLEY STORIES "THE GRAVESTONE”
Irene Burton kindly donated these wonderful stories to our club, we also have the actual recordings with Jesse.
THE STORY OF OUTWOOD EMPIRE
From Doris Day to Fish n Chips it’s a wonderful story, if only those seats could speak, what a wonderful tale they could tell.
MY NAME IS ANNIE CHRISTABEL CLARKSON
The very interesting and somewhat unusual story of the Clarkson family from Wakefield. In the words of David Simmonds.
A WALK ALONG LEDGER LANE, OUTWOOD
We hope to show you a little of what the Lane was like in 1911 and how it relates to what you know of the place in 2017. Plus who lived there in 1960/2
THE STORY OF RED HALL FARM
Step back in time with Helga Fox and the fascinating story of the occupants of this famous local landmark.
OUTWOOD’S CARING HEADMASTER
Mr James W. A, Waggott. Firm but fair, and headmaster at Outwood Secondary Modern School, Potoven’s Lane. His Story.
OUTWOOD CHURCH STONE LAYING
Travel back to 1857, and the Stone Laying Ceremony for Outwood Parish Church plenty of local dignitary’s were present.
RHUBARB FROM YORKSHIRE
Here in the West Riding of Yorkshire in what is known as “The Rhubarb Triangle” we produce the famous forced Rhubarb.
VILLAGE CRICKET 1918 TO 1940 Des Ashton
A wonderful account by Des Ashton of cricket in our area between the wars, more precious memories from our rich heritage.
EXPLOSION AT ARDSLEY FORGE
On Friday, August 28, 1908 the villagers of East Ardsley were in mourning.Just before 10am at the village's iron works, five men died and 13 were injured when the bell of the number one furnace exploded
NIGHT OUT FOR A SHILLING
How to have a wonderful night out for a Bob or Shilling, join me on a trip downtown
Wakefield.
THE OUTWOOD STORMCOCKS STORY
The Stormcocks are often mentioned in Outwood lot’s of tales about them and where they played, here is the truth.
THE MISSION OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD AT LAWNS
Wednesday, October 29th 1884, was a red-letter day in the annals of Church life in Outwood. The day had not only been looked forward to in the parish generally, but more especially by the people in the Lawns district, who have long wished for a Mission Chapel.
FACTS ABOUT STANLEY URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Stanley Urban District Council covered the areas of Outwood, Lofthouse, Stanley and Wrenthorpe, the area was over 8 square miles.