Description
Want to find out more about Saltaire’s history and visit some of West Yorkshire’s most stunning beauty spots? Then this walking tour is for you.
Starting at Victoria Hall in Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 2.5 mile circular walk along a stretch of Bradford’s Millennium Way is led by Graham Kemp. You will venture to Roberts Park and up to the breathtaking Shipley Glen, with a short stop for refreshments at the Glen pub. During the walk, Kemp will discuss the architecture of Saltaire and the story behind its development, as well as the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.
He will also talk about his book, A Companion to the Bradford Millennium Way, which contains his own handwritten notes, sketches and maps, recounting his experiences walking this popular route. Comfortable footwear and weather appropriate clothing are essential.
About the Author
Graham Kemp
Graham Kemp, a mechanical engineer by profession, hails from Bradford but currently resides in the picturesque World Heritage location of Saltaire. Throughout his career, he specialised in designing and executing optical fibre communication networks. After retiring, he indulged in his love for the Yorkshire countryside and documented his experiences of various walks, eventually publishing a companion guide to the Bradford Millennium Way circular walks. He now spends some of working part-time at Salts Mill Gallery and Bookshop.
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