Vincent Dorrington on the history of Marsh and how it played a big role in the economic rise of Huddersfield
From medieval wasteland to economic powerhouse – local historian Vincent Dorrington examines the history of Marsh
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Vincent Dorrington on the heyday of cinema in Huddersfield remembering the Ritz, the ABC, the Tudor and The Empire
Local historian Vincent Dorrington recalls the history of the big screen in Huddersfield when there were as many as seven cinemas in the town centre
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Vincent Dorrington tells the story of Holmfirth Lido which left some splashing memories
Local historian Vincent Dorrington recalls the fascinating 20-year history of Holmfirth Lido which saw hundreds flock to take a dip outdoors
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Local historian Vincent Dorrington explores the beginnings of Longwood Mechanics Hall
Longwood Mechanics Hall dates back to 1858 and local historian Vincent Dorrington delves into its fascinating past
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Vincent Dorrington tells how the Rev Henry Venn tamed the ‘wild’ people of Huddersfield and restored Christianity to the town in the 1700s
Local historian Vincent Dorrington tells the story of a clergyman who ‘saved the soul of Huddersfield’ with his compassion and principles
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