Explore fascinating stories from West Yorkshire.
Radio Leeds,·133 episodes
How a Leeds company helped shape modern advertising through their Yorkshire Relish.
22 Jul 2026,·6 mins
In a quiet West Yorkshire parish lived a man whose ideas changed science, John Michell.
15 Jul 2026,·7 mins
The story of how a battle at Sandal Castle helped decide England’s royal future.
08 Jul 2026,·8 mins
Parlington Arch reflects Sir Thomas Gascoigne’s support for American independence.
04 Jul 2026,·6 mins
The story of how Horsforth’s Warship Week led to a ship at the heart of the Enigma story.
27 Jun 2026,·8 mins
Discover Meanwood Park’s past, from tanning mills to modern green space.
24 Jun 2026,·8 mins
A new blue plaque marks the Leeds home of Battle of Britain fighter pilot, John Freeborn.
24 Jun 2026,·6 mins
The story of Gledhow Hall, Little Switzerland and Leeds’ forgotten spa culture.
17 Jun 2026,·7 mins
Darren Williams tells the stories behind some of the region’s most iconic food brands.
10 Jun 2026,·4 mins
How a Leeds market stall grew into a giant that shaped British shopping.
03 Jun 2026,·6 mins
How huge historic pies raised money and still support village life today.
The story of how a Keighley brewery balances global fame with local roots.
From mill work to sweets, the story of how a Halifax couple built a national favourite.
03 Jun 2026,·7 mins
The history of Pontefract’s liquorice connects local farms with Hollywood greats.
Award‑winning writer Phillip James Day brings his grandfather’s war diary to light.
27 May 2026,·7 mins
Step inside Cliffe Castle and uncover its journey from home to museum.
20 May 2026,·6 mins
The Yorkshire born mammal weighed near 2 tonnes and stretched 11 feet in length.
13 May 2026,·6 mins
The Royal Oak, Haworth is famous with visitors to Brontë Country and railway enthusiasts.
06 May 2026,·4 mins
Shibden Hall in Halifax has been home to a number of noble families including the Listers.
04 May 2026,·5 mins
In 1826 naturalist Charles Waterton created the very first nature reserve in Wakefield.
22 Apr 2026,·5 mins
Adam Sargent tells the tale of James Sutcliffe, who is said to still haunt the local pub.
15 Apr 2026,·5 mins
But how did Alistair McKenzie design one of the most famous golf courses in the world?
10 Apr 2026,·4 mins
Back in the 19th century, many regions in the UK had their own stock exchange.
08 Apr 2026,·4 mins
Keighley woman Gwendoline Morley claimed to have been haunted by a poltergeist.
01 Apr 2026,·5 mins
The Grade II listed building has undergone a significant restoration project.
23 Mar 2026,·3 mins
Mary Lister explores what life could look like if mythology clashed with modern life.
04 Mar 2026,·3 mins
Gayle Lofthouse speaks to Ruth Steinberg about the 1977 Reclaim the Night movement.
25 Feb 2026,·4 mins
This is the story of moss man, and the moss-covered remains of his Todmorden cottage.
18 Feb 2026,·5 mins
This historic Leeds document was nearly lost before the owner realised it's importance.
16 Feb 2026,·4 mins
John Whitaker talks to Gayle Lofthouse about West Yorkshire's rhubarb triangle.
11 Feb 2026,·7 mins
