After our hard hats tour in September 2023, we now have the opportunity to view the results of this massive two-year project to bring one of the most at-Risk Grade I Listed buildings in England back into use.
Tuesday 11 February 13:00-15:00
A transformation 43 years in the making, the Landmark Trust have now achieved their goal and reserved an afternoon to show Leeds Civic Trust members and friends the completed restorations at Calverley Old Hall.
See the 15th century Hammerbeam roof over shadowing concrete kitchen work surfaces, along with a 21st century cantilevered wooden staircase. Visit the newly conserved medieval wall paintings and view the amazing craft skills that have gone into fitting out of this remarkable £5 million restoration project.
Tickets:
£6 Leeds Civic Trust Members
£8 Non-members
Useful Information
Date: Tuesday 11 February
Time: 13:00-15:00
Location: Calverley Old Hall, Woodhall Road, Calverley, West Yorkshire, LS28 5NL (What3words location: police.hunt.moons.)
Meeting Point: In the gravel car park area at the front of the site, just off Woodhall Road, outside the gate to the site.
Arriving by public transport: The 60/60A Airline bus runs between Leeds and Shipley and stops close to the bottom of Woodhall Road.
Arriving by car: From the junction of the A6120 outer Leeds Ring Road and the A657 Leeds to Shipley Road, follow signs to Shipley and Calverley. After about ¼ mile you will come into Calverley along Town Gate.
Upon entering the 30-mph speed limit, continue until you reach Woodhall Road on your left (the turning is opposite Town Wells Drive and a small public garden on the right). Turn into Woodhall Road and please park here – there is plenty of on-street parking. You will see the Hall on your right-hand side about 70 yards from the junction with Town Gate. After leaving your car on Woodhall Road, continue by foot approaching the site via the left-hand lane (as seen when viewing the Hall from the road). At the first gate you will be welcomed into the garden.
Accessibility: Gravel exterior pathway, no steps. Inside there is a lift that will take you to all levels if required. However the lift is not an emergency lift so the first floor is unsuitable for non-ambulant guests because the lift does not operate in the event of a fire or power cut. Visitors must make sure they can always evacuate themselves safely via the stairs. The ground floor is accessible as it is level access and there are 3 steps down to the Great Hall or a small lift down a few stairs.
