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Wakefield Collection

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Wakefield, a charming town nestled in the heart of Yorkshire

Background imageWakefield Collection: Market Place, Dewsbury, Yorkshire

Market Place, Dewsbury, Yorkshire
Market Place, Dewsbury, near Wakefield, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageWakefield Collection: The Houses of York and Lancaster, their Origin and Re-Union, Genealogy of the Kings from Edward

The Houses of York and Lancaster, their Origin and Re-Union, Genealogy of the Kings from Edward III to Henry VII
973055 The Houses of York and Lancaster, their Origin and Re-Union, Genealogy of the Kings from Edward III to Henry VII, with their Armorial Bearings and Badges (coloured engraving)

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield Bridge and the Chantry Chapel, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England

Wakefield Bridge and the Chantry Chapel, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageWakefield Collection: Gates of Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire

Gates of Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire
Prison officers stand at the entrance gates of Wakefield prison. Date: circa 1929

Background imageWakefield Collection: Cell Block Interior, Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire

Cell Block Interior, Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire
The interior of a cell block at Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire. Cells line the open galleries which have a safety net strung across to prevent inmates falling

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire

Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire
A general view of Wakefield Prison, West Yorkshire, originally built as a House of Correction in 1594

Background imageWakefield Collection: Frickley Colliery, South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, 1965. Artist: Michael Walters

Frickley Colliery, South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, 1965. Artist: Michael Walters
Frickley Colliery, South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, 1965. With its shaft sunk in 1905, Frickley Colliery in the village of South Elmsall, West Yorkshire

Background imageWakefield Collection: Sharlston station, 18 June 1913. Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway. Up platform betweeb Featherstone

Sharlston station, 18 June 1913. Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway. Up platform betweeb Featherstone
Sharlston station, 18 June 1913. Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway.Up platform betweeb Featherstone and Wakefield looking West. Scene of accident on up platform

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - Kirkgate

Wakefield - Kirkgate

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - Cattle Market

Wakefield - Cattle Market

Background imageWakefield Collection: County Map of Yorkshire West Riding, c. 1777

County Map of Yorkshire West Riding, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Background imageWakefield Collection: Dinner to Mr Cobden, MP at the Corn Exchange, Wakefield (engraving)

Dinner to Mr Cobden, MP at the Corn Exchange, Wakefield (engraving)
1618056 Dinner to Mr Cobden, MP at the Corn Exchange, Wakefield (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinner to Mr Cobden, MP at the Corn Exchange, Wakefield)

Background imageWakefield Collection: Photograph of Earl Of Wakefield PH, East Ham, London

Photograph of Earl Of Wakefield PH, East Ham, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Background imageWakefield Collection: Pansies, Pensees, or Hearts Ease, Thoughts

Pansies, Pensees, or Hearts Ease, Thoughts
Pansies, Pensees, or Hearts Ease, Viola tricolor, Thoughts: You occupy my thoughts or Pensez a Moi. Handcoloured lithograph by Dean

Background imageWakefield Collection: The red-flowered tree Rhododendron, Danger

The red-flowered tree Rhododendron, Danger. Handcoloured lithograph by Dean and Munday after an illustration by Eliza Eve Gleadall from The Beauties of Flora, with botanic and poetic illustrations

Background imageWakefield Collection: Festival at Heath Old Hall, Wakefield, to Seven Thousand Children and Teachers

Festival at Heath Old Hall, Wakefield, to Seven Thousand Children and Teachers
1053824 Festival at Heath Old Hall, Wakefield, to Seven Thousand Children and Teachers, singing the Old Hundredth Psalm (engraving) by English School

Background imageWakefield Collection: Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C. 1900

Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C. 1900
Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C.1900

Background imageWakefield Collection: The Hepworth Gallery, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Hepworth Gallery, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageWakefield Collection: Poster, Scotts flight from England to Australia

Poster, Scotts flight from England to Australia
Poster, Royal Matinee, Queens Hall, London, CWA Scott AFC will tell his graphic story of the flight from England to Australia in under 3 days

Background imageWakefield Collection: Thornhill Midland Junction, Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway. View of the junction

Thornhill Midland Junction, Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway. View of the junction, showing the Calder Valley line from Manchester to Wakefield

Background imageWakefield Collection: Old Six Chimneys, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Old Six Chimneys, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, a country residence built around 1520 with six gables and chimneys. The Crown and Anchor Hotel is on the left. Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF8 1 Map

Wakefield WF8 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF8 1

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF7 7 Map

Wakefield WF7 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF7 7

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF2 7 Map

Wakefield WF2 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF2 7

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF2 6 Map

Wakefield WF2 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF2 6

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF2 0 Map

Wakefield WF2 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF2 0

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF1 5 Map

Wakefield WF1 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF1 5

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF1 3 Map

Wakefield WF1 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF1 3

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield WF1 2 Map

Wakefield WF1 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wakefield WF1 2

Background imageWakefield Collection: Postcode Sector Map sheet 20 Yorkshire and the East Riding

Postcode Sector Map sheet 20 Yorkshire and the East Riding
This Postcode Sector Map (sheet 20) displays all of the first part of the postcode and the first number of the second part, or Inward Code, (eg EX20 3) for Yorkshire & the East Riding

Background imageWakefield Collection: United Kingdom, England, West Yorkshire, Wakefield. The Hepworth Gallery

United Kingdom, England, West Yorkshire, Wakefield. The Hepworth Gallery

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield England Skyline

Wakefield England Skyline
Michael Tompsett

Background imageWakefield Collection: O G Mackie

O G Mackie

Background imageWakefield Collection: The Six Chimneys pub, Kirkgate, Wakefield, early 1900s

The Six Chimneys pub, Kirkgate, Wakefield, early 1900s

Background imageWakefield Collection: Six Chimneys, Kirkgate, Wakefield

Six Chimneys, Kirkgate, Wakefield

Background imageWakefield Collection: YMCA Wakefield reading room during WW1

YMCA Wakefield reading room during WW1

Background imageWakefield Collection: YMCA Reading Room, Wakefield during WW1

YMCA Reading Room, Wakefield during WW1

Background imageWakefield Collection: Rugby Wakefield Trinity in 1927

Rugby Wakefield Trinity in 1927 Date: 1927

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield Trinity Rugby Club in 1930

Wakefield Trinity Rugby Club in 1930 Date: 1930

Background imageWakefield Collection: Rugby Wakefield Trinity in 1930

Rugby Wakefield Trinity in 1930 Date: 1930

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield Trinity Rugby Club in 1927

Wakefield Trinity Rugby Club in 1927 Date: 1927

Background imageWakefield Collection: Westgate Railway Station Wakefield

Westgate Railway Station Wakefield

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield

Wakefield

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - Wood Street

Wakefield - Wood Street

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - Westgate End

Wakefield - Westgate End

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - Heath Common - Canal Locks

Wakefield - Heath Common - Canal Locks

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - first tram

Wakefield - first tram

Background imageWakefield Collection: Wakefield - Bull Ring

Wakefield - Bull Ring



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Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Wakefield, a charming town nestled in the heart of Yorkshire. From its bustling Market Place in Dewsbury to its iconic Wakefield Bridge and Chantry Chapel, this picturesque destination offers a glimpse into the past while embracing modernity. Immerse yourself in the fascinating tale of The Houses of York and Lancaster, their Origin and Re-Union, as you explore genealogy from Edward III to Henry VII. Marvel at the beautifully coloured engravings depicting Armorial Bearings and Badges that tell stories of ancient kings. Capture breathtaking moments at Earl PH in East Ham, London through a captivating photograph that transports you to another time. Travel back to 1913 as you stand on Sharlston station's platform between Featherstone, witnessing Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway's historic journey. Indulge your artistic side at The Hepworth Gallery in West Yorkshire, where contemporary art meets traditional craftsmanship. Admire Thornhill Midland Junction's scenic view along Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway or delve into Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns for an insight into local heritage. Experience adventure with Scott's flight from England to Australia through a vintage poster that ignites wanderlust within. Gaze upon the majestic skyline England as it stands tall against Europe's backdrop - an architectural marvel waiting to be explored. Uncover hidden gems like O G Mackie or step back in time with The Six Chimneys pub on Kirkgate during early 1900s; each offering glimpses into bygone eras filled with charm and character. Wakefield beckons with open arms - come embrace its history, beauty, and warm hospitality.