Maria Glot Headshot

Maria Glot

Maria Glot, of Salts Walks and Talks, lives in Saltaire, boasting extensive experience in tourism. As Bradford Metropolitan District’s inaugural Tourism Officer in 1980, She is deeply ingrained in Saltaire’s fabric. A local historian and advocate, she champions community initiatives like Saltaire WI, Saltaire Traders, and the Saltaire Festival. Maria’s guided tours and speeches bring to life Saltaire’s history, offering perspective on workers’ lives. Through her alter ego, Mrs. Ellin Dooley, Maria vividly portrays the everyday struggles of a working-class family. She endeavours to enrich visitors’ understanding of this historic location.

Upcoming Events

BLF 2025
Maria Glot
Saltaire Model Village: Heritage Walking Tour
Saturday, 28 June 2025 | 11:00 – 12:30
Saltaire Unitarian Church, BD18 3LF
Heritage Walks & Talks, Yorkshire, Hockney, History
Event Reference: HW005
Maria Glot Headshot

Maria Glot

Maria Glot, of Salts Walks and Talks, lives in Saltaire, boasting extensive experience in tourism. As Bradford Metropolitan District’s inaugural Tourism Officer in 1980, She is deeply ingrained in Saltaire’s fabric. A local historian and advocate, she champions community initiatives like Saltaire WI, Saltaire Traders, and the Saltaire Festival. Maria’s guided tours and speeches bring to life Saltaire’s history, offering perspective on workers’ lives. Through her alter ego, Mrs. Ellin Dooley, Maria vividly portrays the everyday struggles of a working-class family. She endeavours to enrich visitors’ understanding of this historic location.

Upcoming Events

BLF 2025
Maria Glot
Saltaire Model Village: Heritage Walking Tour
Saturday, 28 June 2025 | 11:00 – 12:30
Saltaire Unitarian Church, BD18 3LF
Heritage Walks & Talks, Yorkshire, Hockney, History
Event Reference: HW005