Money

Can I spend any currency in the UK?The pound Sterling (£), sometimes just called “Sterling”, is the official currency of the UK. You can change your money into pounds in different ways, but you can’t spend your own national currency, not even Euros, without exchanging it first.

What is the best way to spend money in the UK?

Credit and Debit CardsThese are, the cheapest and most convenient way to pay for things and to get cash in the UK as long as you use them correctly. Remember to contact your bank before you travel to avoid any blocks to your account.

Pin and Pin only - The UK no longer accepts signatures to authorise your credit or debit cards!The UK, along with most of the rest of the world, has been using Chip and Pin cards for more than a decade. The cards have an embedded microchip and customers are issued a unique, 4-digit PIN number they have to enter in ATMs or at point of sale machines to use their cards. Check with your bank whether your card in embedded with a chip, and have them send out your 4 digit pin number before travelling.If you don’t have a Chip and Pin card, your bank may be bank to upgrade your current card for you before you travel. The alternative is to use a pre-paid currency card (see opposite).

Top Tip for using cards abroad.Use your credit card to make purchases but use a debit or ATM card for getting cash from ATMs. When you use a credit card for shopping, interest is not charged until after the payment deadline (usually 30 days or the end of the month). But, when you use a credit card at a cash machine, interest starts accruing immediately. With a debit card, as long as you have money in the bank to cover your spending, no interest is charged. American Cards NOT ACCEPTED in the UKDiners Club, Discover, American Express (accepted occasionally depending on retailer.)

Exchange rates and additional charges vary depending on your bank or card provider. Always check before travelling.

Apple PayIf you have an iPhone, you may be able to use Apple Pay wherever contactless payments are accepted and for more than the £30 contactless limit. The Apple Pay UK site has a list of some of the main businesses that accept this form of payment at point of sale.

Travellers’ Checks / ChequesTravelers’ checks were once the gold standard when it came to carrying travel money. In some parts of the world they may still be a safe option, but they are currently the most expensive and most inconvenient option for the UK.

Prepaid Currency CardsOne way around the chip-and-pin issue is to buy yourself a prepaid currency card, such as the Travelex Cash Passport or the Virgin Money Prepaid MasterCard. These are cards you prepay in either your own currency or the currency you want to spend. The cards are associated with one of the major international card organizations - usually VISA or MasterCharge, are embedded with chip-and-pin technology and can be used wherever those credit cards are normally accepted.

Beware of T&CsUp front purchase price and higher than average ATM cash fees can add to overall costs. Some can only be charged up with additional funds in person in a branch of the business that sold it to you, in your own country.

CashCarrying cash isn’t the most secure way of travelling with your money. It’s harder to insure, easier for pickpockets and you will need to know what you plan on spending so you don’t have to make unplanned trips to the ATM.

You have a few options for exchanging currency;

Online before you travel - best for exchange rates.At the airport - most expensive for exchange ratesAt a currency exchange bureau in the UK (usually found at Post Offices).

“226 pounds, 17 shillings and sixpence.”

Travelling from the airport - Manchester

How do I get to Halifax from Manchester Airport?Check out www.manchester-airport-guide.co.uk it’s a great little online guide that covers car hire, taxi’s and transfers nearest to your terminal, it will also give you an idea of how much it will cost.

Travelling by carIt is recommended that you pre-book your Hire Car before you travel. You can pre-book your Hire Car from the following companies;

Book direct online or search for the best price using comparison websites such as; easycar.com | carrentals.co.uk | travelsupermarket.com | holidayautos.com

Sat Nav usually comes as standard, but check before finalising your rental agreement.

Travelling by trainTrains run hourly from Manchester airport to Manchester Victoria (approx. 30 mins) and costs between £4 - £7. Change at Manchester Victoria (approx.44 min) to Halifax which costs between £9 - £13.

Check train times using www.thetrainline.com or download The Train Line app - you can also pre-book and purchase your tickets for both journeys. You can plan your journey online using www.rome2rio.com.

Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria Usually depart from platform 2A heading towards Middlesborough.

Manchester Victoria - Halifax Usually depart from platform 6 heading towards Leeds.

Always check the screens at the station for changes.

Travelling by busNot recommended unless you are travelling outside of standard train operating times. If this is the case there is a 24 hour bus service to Manchester where you can hop on a train. It takes approx. 1 hour - 1.5 hours.

Manchester Airport - ManchesterManchester Airport is well-served by a network of local and regional buses, running daily from early morning to late night; including weekends and bank holidays.

The bus station at Manchester Airport is located in the airport train station, all three terminals are located within a 10-minute walk.

Terminal 1 (T1): approx. 5-minute walkTerminal 2 (T2): approx. 10-minute walkTerminal 3 (T3): approx. 7-minute walk

You can find more information on bus routes to and from the airport on TfGM’s bus route planner on; https://tfgm.com/public-transport/bus/routes

Travelling by taxiDirect from Airport to your hotel, the estimated journey time is approx. 58 mins - 1 hr 39 mins depending on traffic. Pre-booked and airport taxis are available 24/7, however the cost you pay will be significantly more expensive if you choose not to pre-book.

You can pre-book using Manchester Airport Taxi - www.manchesterairporttaxi.com for a professional and reliable service with reasonable prices. The driver waits in the arrival hall with your name on a board to greet you. You can expect to pay in the region of £90 for this service.

Travelling by MetrolinkAnother option of getting into Manchester from the airport is the Metrolink tram to Manchester Victoria tram stop, taking approx 45 mins and costing £4.40.

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“Must be my driving.”

Travelling from the airport - Leeds Bradford

How do I get to Halifax from Leeds Bradford Airport?

Check out www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk it’s a great little online guide that covers car hire, taxi’s and transfers nearest to your terminal, it will also give you an idea of how much it will cost.

Travelling by carDistance from the airport to Halifax is 43 mins by car. It is recommended that you pre-book your Hire Car before you travel. You can pre-book your Hire Car from the following companies;

Book direct online or search for the best price using comparison websites such as; easycar.com | carrentals.co.uk | travelsupermarket.com | holidayautos.com

Sat Nav usually comes as standard, but check before finalising your rental agreement.

Travelling by trainThere is no direct connection by train from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Halifax. However, you can take the line 747 bus to Bradford City Centre Interchange, take the walk to Bradford Interchange, then take the train to Halifax (1 hr 40min, change in Leeds)

Travelling by busThere is no direct bus transfer from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Halifax bus Station .

However, Leeds Bradford Airport is easily accessible by bus with direct, frequent services from Leeds, Bradford, Harrogate and Otley.

Leeds Bradford Airport to Bradford Bus Station Take the 737 or 747 (hourly) to Bradford Interchange, then change towards Halifax Bus station. Buses from Bradford

Interchange to Halifax run frequently and have numerous services including the 576 and 681. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

You can plan your journey using the following link: www.wymetro.com/plan-a-journey/getting-to-the-airport/leeds-bradford-airport

Can you recommend a hotel to stay at near Leeds Bradford Airport?

Travelodge Leeds Bradford Airport Whitehouse Ln, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7UE Tel: +44 (0)371 984 6275 | www.travelodge.co.uk/Just a few mins walk from the terminal. 15mins by taxi into Leeds city centre. Premier Inn Leeds Bradford Airport hotel Victoria Ave, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7AWTel: +44 (0)333 003 1754 | www.premierinn.com

The White Swan Yeadon High St, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7TA Tel +44 (0)113 345 1383 | www.whiteswanyeadon.co.ukJust 7 mins away by taxi from Airport. On a quiet street across from Tarnfield Dam park, this genteel brownstone pub with guest rooms is 2 km from Leeds Bradford Airport and 10 km from the 12th-century Kirkstall Abbey

Willow Cottage Ivegate, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7RE Tel: +44 (0)113 250 1189 | www.willowcottage.org.uk/Willow Cottage is an ideal base for travellers situated just 5 minutes by car /taxi from Leeds Bradford Airport.

Thinking of staying in Leeds? See FAQ - Visiting Leeds for information.

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“I rise above it.”

Hotels in Manchester

I am catching a train from Manchester to Halifax but plan to stay in Manchester overnight. Can you recommend an hotel nearest to Manchester Airport or in Manchesternear Victoria station where I interchange for Halifax?

Hotels Nearest to Manchester Airport – between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.Crowne Plaza Manchester AirportRingway Road, Manchester Airport, Manchester, M90 3NSTel: + 44-161-4984000 | www.ihg.com/crowneplaza0.99 mi (1.59 km) from Airport offers airport shuttle service.

Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport Outwood Lane, Manchester M90 4HLTel: +44 (0)161 498 0333 | www.claytonhotelmanchesterairport.com0.3 mi (0.48km) from Airport offers free airport shuttle service.

Hilton Hotel Manchester Airport Outwood Ln, Manchester M90 4WP Tel: +44 (0)161 4353000 | www3.hilton.com1.5 mile less than 5 mins from Airport. Hotel offers a free 24/7 shuttle bus service between all airport terminals and the hotel book your transfer with hotel reception - just give them 15 mins notice.

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport Chicago Ave, Manchester M90 3RAwww.radissonhotels.com | Tel : +44 (0)161 490 500Radisson Blu Hotel at Manchester Airport hotel can be accessed via a leisurely stroll across the airport’scovered walkway, Skylink.

Premier Inn Manchester Airport Runger Lane, Wilmslow Old Road, Manchester M90 5DLTel: +44 (0)871 527 8730 | www.premierinn.com1.9 miles (3km) 5/8 mins by car/taxi. A comfy modern budget hotel - Taxis to the airport run 24/7 and cost approx. £9.50 to the airport and £10 back. A shuttle bus service is available only from the hotel to the airport between 4am and 10am every 30 minutes for £4.50 per person. There is no shuttle bus service from train station to the hotel.

Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport Runger Ln, Manchester M90 5DLTel: +44 (0)161 980 2556 | www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/1.9 miles (3km) from Manchester Airport.Quiet hotel moments from the airport, with free Wi-Fi and inclusive breakfast. A shuttle bus drop offservice takes you directly to the Airport for a small fee from 4am - 12pm, and direct trains from Manchester Airport station reach the city centre in less than 20 minutes.

Manchester Hotels walking distance from Manchester Victoria train station.

Hotel Indigo Manchester Victoria Station6 Todd Street, Manchester, M3 1WU Tel + 44-161-3597499 | www.hg.com/hotelindigoJust a short distance from Manchester City Centre, and a one-minute walk from Manchester Victoria train station. An elegant hotel in a Victorian building featuring a restaurant & a cocktail bar, plus a 24-hour gym located in the Northern Quarter, famous for its laid-back Bohemian vibe.

Park Inn by Radisson Manchester City Centre 4 Cheetham Hill Rd, Manchester M4 4EWTel: +44 (0)161 832 6565 | www.radissonhotels.comVibrant hotel in Manchester’s city center is just a short walk from Manchester’s top attractions and has 252 comfortable rooms and suites. Conveniently located across from Manchester Victoria Station.

Travelodge Manchester Central ArenaGreat Ducie St, Manchester M3 1PTTel: +44 (0)371 984 6482 | www.travelodge.co.uk/With Manchester Victoria Railway Station less than a mile away and a wealth of shopping attractions and facilities on your doorstep.

Premier Inn Manchester City CentreNorth Tower, Victoria Bridge St, Manchester, M3 5AS Tel +44 (0)333 321 1309 | www.premierinn.comModern budget hotel set right in the heart of this fashionable quarter of manchester. 200 yards away from Victora station.

“Stay all night?”

Visiting Leeds

I am thinking of staying in Leeds overnight can you recommend travel from the airport to Leeds?

Transfers from Leeds Bradford Airport to LeedsTravelling by busFrom Leeds Bradford International Aiport bus point catch the Flying Tiger bus 757 towards Leeds Wellington street then walk 1 min towards Leeds train station. Estimated journey time is 37mins.

Day-time: every 20 minutes / Evenings: every 30 minutes / Sunday Day-time: every 20 minutes Travelling by taxiLeeds Bradford airport’s official taxi partner is Arrow Cars.Arrow Cars can transport you to and from Leeds Bradford Airport and fares can be checked before booking.

There are four easy ways to book your taxi:Online - www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/geting-to-and-from/App - download the Arrow Cars app on Android and iTunesPhone - 0113 258 5888In person - at the Arrow Cars airport office on the terminal front or using the touchscreen kiosk in International Arrivals

Average journey time is 25 minutes and can cost between £23 - £30.

Onward to HalifaxRecommended onward journey to Halifax is the train from Leeds train staion to Halifax station, the journey takes approx. 38 minutes and costs between £5.10 - £7.00 when you book in advance. Tickets bought on the day can be slightly more expensive. Please note advance purchase tickets can be for a specific train journey, and may not be transferrable to a different time / route. Check your ticket when booking.

A taxi to Halifax from Leeds can cost between £40-£55.

Can you recommend hotels close to Leeds train station?

Discovery Inn Hotel13-15 Bishopgate St, Leeds LS1 5DY Tel +44(0)113 242 2555 | www.discovery-inn-leeds.co.uk 1 min walk from Leeds train station - Clean, modern budget hotel.

Park PlazaBoar Ln, Leeds LS1 5NS Tel:+44 (0)333 400 6144 | www.radissonhotels.com2 mins walk to Leeds train station. 4-star hotel just metres from Leeds’ shopping district, bars and restaurants.The hotel has a fitness centre and Pan-Asian restaurant.

All of the spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Park Plaza Leeds have satellite TV and 24-hour room service. Rooms also offer modern bathrooms and WiFi access.

The Queens Hotel City Square, Leeds LS1 1PJ Tel: +44(0)113 243 1323 | /www.thequeensleeds.co.uk1 min walk to Leeds train station. An impressively grand building dating back to 1937, The Queens has all the wow and wonder of Art Deco style elegance with a private entrance from Leeds Train Station.

Cosmopolitan Hotel Lower Briggate, Leeds LS1 4AE Tel:+44(0)113 243 6454 | www.peelhotels.co.uk5 mins walk to station. One of the oldest hotels in Leeds, bedrooms and public areas are modern and contemporary.

Travelodge Leeds Central Blayds Court, Blayds yard, off Swinegate. Leeds LS1 4ADTel: +44(0)371 984 6155 | www.travelodge.co.uk5 mins walk to station. Clean, modern budget hotel.

ParkingParking is available nearby at the Trinity Leeds car park - with an overnight stay fee of £27.

“...a stop at Leeds and a little grubbling in the carriage.”

Visiting York

Can I catch a train from Halifax to York?

The average journey time between Halifax and York is 1 hour 13 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 28 trains travelling from Halifax to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays. Fastest route‎: ‎1 h 8 m | Distance‎: ‎35 miles (57 km).

When I arrive in York by train, how far is Holy Trinity church, Godramgate from the train station? Walking – estimated 16mins (0.7 mi) via A1036 and Davygate check google maps for directions.

Taxi – 12 mins York Train Station taxi rank is opposite the train station.

Can you recommend hotels in York city centre?

Goodramgate Apartments2a Monkgate, York YO31 7PETel:+44(0)1904 211020 | www.goodramgate.co.uk/These modern apartments are in historically listed buildings in the heart of York, and have free WiFi throughout. 3 mins walk from Hotel to Holy Trinity church, Godramgate. 16 mins (1mile) walk from York Train station.10 mins by Taxi from York Train Station

Double Tree Hilton Hotel St Maurice’s Rd, York YO31 7JA Tel : +44(0)1904 638086 | www.doubletree3.hilton.com4 Star hotel which overlooks the historic City Walls and is within walking distance to all main attractions.4 mins walk to Holy Trinity church, Godramgate. 17 mins walk from York Train Station 10 mins by Taxi from York Train Station

Grays Court Hotel and The Bow Room RestaurantChapter House St, York YO1 7JH Tel : +44(0)1904 612613 | https://www.grayscourtyork.com An historic, boutique, luxury hotel and restaurant located in York. Stay, dine and relax in a unique place that has played host to kings.

4 min walk from Hotel to Holy Trinity church, Godramgate.15 mins walk from York Train Station 11mins (1.1 miles) by Taxi from York Train Station

Lamb & Lion Inn 2-4 High Petergate, York YO1 7EH Tel: +44(0)1904 612078 | www.lambandlioninnyork.com/The Lamb & Lion Inn is an old English inn in York that adjoins Bootham Bar, one of four primary, ancient Roman gateways to the City-Centre and York’s Walls. 6 mins walk from Hotel to Holy Trinity church, Godramgate. 12 mins walk from York Train Station. 5 mins by Taxi from York Train Station.

Moxy YorkBlack Horse Ln, York YO1 7NE Tel: +44 (0)1904 211043 | www.marriott.comMoxy York provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a bar. 6 mins walk from Hotel to Holy Trinity church, Godramgate19 mins walk from York train station. 11 mins Taxi from York train Station.

Minster Hotel60 Bootham, York YO30 7BZ Tel: +44(0)1904 621267 | www.yorkminsterhotel.co.uk/From plush en-suite single and double rooms in fresh, neutral tones to cottage-style rooms, The Minster offers impressive and flexible accommodation for city breaks.9 mins walk from Hotel to Holy Trinity church, Godramgate.12 mins walk from York Train Station 10 mins Taxi from York Train Station Please note;If you are looking for other Hotels or B&B’s, Bootham Road in York is a good location.

The Kings Manor school is located on Bootham Road. In 1804, Anne Lister was sent to the Manor House School in York (in the King’s Manor buildings), where Anne met her first love, Eliza Raine (1791–1869).

“Take the sacrament with me.”

Wining and dining in Halifax - Bars and Pubs

Can you recommend a pub/wine bar in Halifax town centre?

There are many in Halifax City Centre but do pop in to;

The Grayson Unity 1-3 Wesley Ct, Halifax HX1 1UH Phone: 07807 136520www.thegraystonunity.co.ukIndependent bar set in a 1860’s building originally a county court building opposite Halifax Town Hall.The bar itself is set in a section that used to be for carriages to enter. Live music takes place in a smallback room . The bar itself is small but you’ll find it a friendly place where you can get a lovely drink in aunique setting.Thurs 4pm-11pm |Fri 1pm -11.30pm | Sat 12- 11:30pm.

ALIBI Bar & RestaurantSomerset House 10 Rawson Street. Halifax. HX1 1NHwww.alibihalifax.co.ukJust a five-minute walk from the magnificent Piece Hall and Halifax Town Hall. The ALIBI Bar & restaurant isbased in heart of Halifax. Located within the historic Somer-set House, a Grade II listed Georgianmansion, our beautiful interiors exude character, and make it the perfect place to enjoy our offer of foodand drink. Indulge in an early breakfast or brunch or have a quintessential British Afternoon Tea toevening Tapas or just cocktails and bar nibbles.Open: Sun - Thurs 11am -11pm / Fri- Sat 11am -1:30am.

Victorian Craft Beer Cafe 18-22 Powell St, Halifax HX1 1LNhttp://victorian.beer/Independent unique looking bar located near Harvey’s de-partment store and the Victoria Theatre & theCircle Lounge cocktail. The bar serves a diverse range of Hand pulled beers/ciders on tap with over arange of 100 bottled beers. They source beer from the best and most progressive breweries in the UK.Also serves pies and coffee. Sun-Thurs 11am-11pm / Fri-Sat 11am-midnight.

KØBENHAVN SHOP 3, 6 Westgate Arcade. Halifax. HX1 1DJhttp://kobenhavn.beer/KØBENHAVN has 24 beers on tap and 6 handpulled ales. It is situated in the Westgate Arcade and has a beer garden under the glass roof. Sun-Thurs 11am-11pm / Fri-Sat 11am -11:30pm.

Alexandra Beer House17 Alexandra St, Halifax HX1 1BS Phone: 07535 617503http://www.alexandrabeerhouse.co.uk/Alexandra Beer House is a Tap House and bottle shop. Also serves a specially selected wine menu, 30+ Gins, Single Malts, Rums and other fine libations, with a relaxed atmosphere to go with them! They offer a lunch time and evening menu.Mon 4pm -9pm | Tues-Wed 4pm -10pm | Thurs 1pm -11pm | Fri midday -11.30pm | Sat midday-12am | Sun 2pm -8pm.

Upper George Hotel 35 Crown Street, Halifax, HX1 1TT Phone: www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubsA cosy traditional pub serving pub grub too.open Mon-Wed 11am -11pm /Thurs 11am-midnight / Fri- Sat 11am -1pm / Sun midday-11pm.

The Percy Shaw Broad Street, Plaza. Halifax. HX1 1YAhttps://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubsCasual British pub fare & draft beer turned out in a spacious, colourful Wetherspoon chain of pubs venue. Just pop in for a drink or a meal The Percy Shaw offers good value for moneyopen Sun-Thurs 8am-midnight | Fri-Sat 8am -1am

The Village LGBTQ Show bar10 Princess Street,Halifax,West Yorkshire,HX1 1TS. www.village-hx.com/Located in the centre of Halifax, The Village the town’s only premium LGBT showbar. Cocktails craft beers live acts and special guest DJs.Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 7.00pm & Sunday from 6.00pm til’ late.

“It shouldn’t be a vague memory, it should be a crystal clear one.”

Wining and dining in Halifax - Restaurants 1/2

Can you recommend a restaurant in Halifax?

Julio’s 2 Princess St. Halifax Town centre HX1 1TS. https://julios.co.ukSmart modern restaurant in leather and marble, serving thin-crust pizza and a classic Italian menu.Julio’s Italian Restau-rant is located opposite the town hall, under the White Swan hotel.Mon-Thurs 5-9pm /Fri-sat 5pm -9.30pm/ Sun 4-8pm Ricci’s Place 4 Crossley St, Halifax HX1 1UG. https://riccisplace.co.ukRestaurant serving Modern Italiain, Mediterranean fusion cuisine with asian accents.Mon-Thurs 9am -11pm | Fri -Sat 9am -12am | Sunday closed

Westgate Arcade Modern fusion of classical buildings and covered walkway make it the perfectshopping and dining destination

LA LUNA13 Westgate, Halifax HX1 1DJ www.laluna-halifax.co.uk(Located in the West Gate Arcade. Shopping Mall.)Vibrant contemporary family-run cafe-bar and restaurant, sourcing local fresh produce and ingredients tooffer a consistency of great quality food. Mon-Thurs 8am -9pm |Fri-Sat 8am -10pm | Sun 10am-8pm

Sultan Mahal Tandoori Restaurant www.westgatearcade.co.uk/eating#/sultan-mahal/Serves the finest Tandori and Pakistani Kashmiri Cuisine with some fantastic vegetarian options.Mon - Wed: 5.30pm until 12am | Thurs - Sun: 5.30 until 1am

The Piece hall www.thepiecehall.co.ukIndependent cafés, bars and restaurants with direct access to the courtyard andbeautiful outdoor seating areas are located on the ground floor Arcade level of the Grade I listed Piece Hall.

Monday to Sunday at 7am.Shops open: Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm, Sunday 11am - 4pm. Restaurant and bar ‘til late.

Elder - Unit 17 Piece Hall. www.thisiselder.comOffers an informal drinking and dining experience - serving up a daytime and evening menu based onfantastic British ingredients from great producers matched with a great wine list, craft beers and locally roasted coffee.Tues-11am -5pm | Wed-Thurs 11am -10pm | Fri 11am -11pm | Sat 9am-11pm | Sun 10am -6pm (closed Mondays).

The Trading Rooms The Piece Hall, Black Ledge.www.tradingroomshalifax.co.ukFamily, friendly run restaurant offers delicious seasonal dishes take diners from breakfast through to dinner with ]imaginative menu changes throughout the day.Mon-Wed -8am -6pm | Thurs 8am -9pm | Fri-Sat 8am -11pm | Sun 9am-5pm.

Broad Street Plaza restaurants1 N Parade near the heart of the Town Centrewww.broad-street-plaza.co.uk A food court of restaurants and cinema.

Frankie & Benny’s 8 Broad Street Plaza, Halifax HX1 1YQ www.frankieandbennys.com American Diner chain .Mon-Sun 9am-10pm (Sat open til 11pm )

TGI Fridays 14 Broad St Plaza, Halifax HX1 1YA https://tgifridays.co.uk Lively American chain grill restaurant serving beer and cocktails. Mon-Thurs 12-10pm | Fri-Sat 12-11pm | Sun 11.30am -9.30pm

“I love and only love the fairer sex.”

Wining and dining in Halifax - Restaurants 2/2

Can you recommend a restaurant in Halifax?

Kashmiri Aroma15 Broad St Plaza, Halifax HX1 1YA www.kashmiriaroma.comAuthentic Kashmir cuisine. Mon-Thurs 5:30pm -11pm | Fri-sat 5pm - 11:30pm | Sun 5pm -10:30pm

Nando’s Broad St, Plaza, Halifax HX1 1YA https://nandos.co.ukAfro-Portuguese flame grilled chicken restaurant. Sun-Thurs 11.30am-10pm | Fri-Sat 11.30am - 11pm

BeefeaterBroad St, Plaza, Halifax HX1 1YA. https://www.beefeater.co.ukGrill House Chain. Located in Premier Inn Halifax Town Centre.

Pajaree’s 37-39 Broad Street. Halifax www.pajarees.co.ukFeel good authentic Thai Food restaurant. Sun-Tue-Wed 5-9:30pm | Thurs-Sat 5pm -10.30pm

Restaurants a short drive or taxi ride from Halifax city Centre

Shibden Mill Inn, Fold, Shibden Mill Fold, Halifax HX3 7UL www.shibdenmillinn.comThe picture-postcard 17th century Shibden Mill Inn offers seasonal dishes, locally sourced ingredients that Yorkshire has to offer combined with produce from our their very own kitchen garden. Throughout the seasons, you can dine in the bar area or the Mill Room.Distance from Halifax town centre 2.1 m | 7mins by Car/Taxi

Check website for service times.

Holdsworth House Hotel & Restaurant, Holdsworth Rd, Holdsworth, Halifax HX2 9TGwww.holdsworthhouse.co.uk/Holdsworth House is a welcoming historic Jacobean manor and independent, four-star hotel , restaurantand wedding venue. The award-winning restaurant at Holdsworth House in Halifax offers for something special à la carte finedining or visit for the afternoon and have a quintes-sential British experience and try their famousHoldsworth House ‘Classic afternoon Tea’ £18.95 per person served daily 1pm -5pm or order from thebar menu listing for lighter bites and snacks.Distance from Halifax town centre 2.6 m/ 9mins by Car/Taxi

Check website for service times.

Towngate Brasserie & The Loft2 Towngate, Hipperholme, Halifax HX3 8JBwww.towngate-brasserie.co.uk/Homely, modern dining room with dark wood furnishing for a menu of locally sourced brasserie dishesHomely, modern dining room with dark wood furnishing for a menu of locally sourced brasserie dishes. distance 2.5miles from Halifax Town centre / 7mins by Car / TaxiOpen Wed- Sat 5.30pm -9.30pm Sun12-5pm (closed Mon -Tues).

Cafe Thai restaurant and bar 35 Stainland Road ,West Vale, Greetland .HX4 8AD.www.cafethaiwest.co.uk/look-around-cafe/Thai cuisine, maintaining authentic Thai food with a modern twist.Tuesday to Saturday 5pm ‘till 11pm/ Sunday 4pm ‘till 10pm ( Monday closed).10 mins by car / taxi 3.2miles.

“Well , well , well.”

Top 10 things to do in Halifax

1. Shibden Hall & Park Lister’s Rd, Halifax HX3 6XGHome of the pioneering Anne Lister. Shibden Hall is the focus of the BBC drama series written by Sally Wainwright, ‘Gentleman Jack’ exploring the life of Anne Lister (1791 - 1840) and those who lived in the Hall and Estate.

The Hall is surrounded by the beautifully restored gardens and estate that forms Shibden Park. There are a range of features and attractions, including a cafe and visitor facilities, miniature railway, boating lake, walking trails, play area, orienteering course and woodland in which to roam.

In 2020, Shibden Hall will re-open from Monday the 2nd March. We currently expect the Hall to be closed for filming for a number of weeks during June - November 2020. If planning ahead then aim for March to May or August when we expect to be open. Watch the website and social media for further details nearer the time.

Adult £8.00. Concession £5.00 (Children 5 - 16 years / Senior Citizens)Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children): £21.00

Please note;To protect the interiors and collections, and avoid overcrowding, entry will be on a first come first served basis and there may be some queuing.

www.museums.calderdale.gov.uk/visit/shibden-hall

2. Halifax MinsterCauseway, Halifax HX1 1QL.The Minster was built some 900 years ago by Benedictine monks from Cluny. This is the final resting place of Anne Lister.Free entry to visit, tours small fee applicable are available check Halifax Minster website.

3. Central New Library - Library, Square Rd, Halifax HX1 1QGMaterial on Anne Lister can be found in the Reference

Department of the Central Library, Halifax. Enter“Anne Lister” as a ‘quick search’ term in the: Online library catalogue. Check out her Diary display on thefirst floor. Anne’s diaries are available at the Calderdale Archives, in the Central Library.Mon- Fri 9.30am -6.30pm | Wed 9.30am -12.30pm | Sat 9.30am - 4pm | Sun closedFree entry.

4. St Matthews Church Yard, LightcliffeWakefield Rd, Lightcliffe, Halifax HX3.Lightcliffe church is the final resting place of Ann Walker, companion of Anne Lister, of the BBC Gentleman Jack fame. The green velvet-lined pew they had installed has long gone, but the tower and burial place remain to mark this important spot. Find out more about her connection to the church, andthe campaign to raise a memorial to Ann Walker.

www.lightcliffechurchyard.org.uk/

5. Walker Pit Not so challenging Hike from Shibden Hall to Walker Pit. Find the Upper Carpark near the hall and opposite you will find a green metal gate to go through. Keep Going through the gates to the top, you won’t be disappointed a magnificent view and you will see the gothic ventilation shaft. Pleasebe respectful as this now sits on private land. You may not be able to gain access to walk around it.

6. The Piece HallThe Grade I listed Piece Hall, Halifax is a rare and precious thing, an architectural and cultural phenomenon which is absolutely unique. It is the sole survivor of the greateighteenth century northern cloth halls, a class of buildings which embodied the vital and dominantimportance of the trade in hand woven textiles to the pre-industrial economy of the West Riding ofYorkshire, from the Middle Ages through to the early nineteenth century.

www.thepiecehall.co.uk/visit-usFree entry - check the website for opening times and events.

“Shabby little Shibden.”

Top 10 things to do in Halifax

7. Bankfield Museum Boothtown road, Akroyd Park.Halifax.Bankfield Museum is a grade II listed historic house museum, incorporating a regimental museum and textiles gallery in Boothtown, Halifax, England. It is notable for its past ownership and development by Colonel Edward Akroyd, MP, and its grand interior.Open Tues- sat 10am - 4pm. Free Entry .

8. Halifax Town Hall Crossley Street, Halifax. West Yorkshire. HX1 1UJHalifax’s ornate town hall was designed by Charles Barry, who also designed the Houses of Parliament.This Grade ll* listed building has a magnificent 180ft tower and spire which is enriched with sculpture.

Free guided tours of Halifax Town Hall can be arranged to help you learn more about its fascinating history. Please contact the Mayor’s Office on 01422 393022.

9. Calderdale Industrial MuseumA short walk through the shopping centre and the PieceHall will take you to Calderdale Industrial Museum, just outside the new East Gate of the Piece Hall.

Calderdale Industrial Museum is a museum in the town of Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, dedicated tothe industrial heritage of the area. The museum contains a number of working machines built between 1850 - 1930 all of which were either built or used in Halifax.

Situated near to Halifax railway station and the famous Eureka children’s museum, and next door to the newly renovated Piece Hall, the new central Library and Archive, and Square Chapel, Calderdale Industrial Museum is well placed in the centre of Halifax’s growing ‘cultural quarter’.

Access is to the side of the Museum via our newly installed ramp and stairs, internally there are stairs and a lift to all floors. Disabled Parking is available by prior request.

www.calderdaleindustrial.co.uk/Entrance fee: £5 per adult. Concessions £4. Accompanied children enter free.

Saturday 10am -4pm . Last Entry 3.30pm

10. Dean Clough Dean Clough Halifax West Yorkshire HX3 5AXThese converted mills, formerly the largest carpet manufacturing factory in the world, are now home to about 150 businesses and arts venues. These include the Crossley Gallery, I.O.U and the Viaduct Theatre; bars and restaurants such as Eds Urban Eats. The Loom Lounge, Engine Room Cafe & Kitchen, Mill Bar & Kitchen, Babar Khan Restaurant & Buffet, Stod Fold and Riccis Tapas and Cicchetti.

www.deanclough.com Free entry

“...not all masculine but rather softly gentleman-like.”

Local Filming Locations

Holy Trinity ChurchHoly Trinity Church, 70 Goodramgate, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7LFHoly Trinity, Goodramgate has the air of a hidden treasure. It stands in a small, secluded, leafy churchyard, with the Minster towering behind, tucked away behind Goodramgate – one of York’s busiest shopping streets. To visit, you pass through an eighteenth-century archway tacked on to buildings that served as artisans’ workshops in the fourteenth century.

Vere Hobart / Cameron’s HouseFairfax House, Castlegate, York, YO1 9RNSet in the heart of York, Fairfax House reveals the domes-tic interiors in which these Georgians would have walked, the tastes and fashions of the day for architecture, interior decoration, food and furnishings, as well as the customs and habits of York’s wealthy gentry and aristocracy.

Mariana Lawton’s House - InteriorBroughton Hall, SkiptonThe Broughton Hall Estate has a stunning historic house dat-ing back to 1597 and is surrounded by 3000 acres of spec-tacular Yorkshire Dales.

Anne and Ann’s hotel, YorkGrays Court, Chapter House Street, York.Grays Court on Chapter House Street, built in 1080 and possibly one of the oldest continually occupied houses in the country, seen in a sweeping shot that includes York Minster itself.

Crow NestSutton Park, Sutton-on-the-Forest, York, YO61 1DPSutton Park is a Grade I listed building and is a fine example of early Georgian architecture, with magnificent Rococo plasterwork by Cortese. Together with its beautiful garden and extensive grounds, Sutton Park is an ideal film location.

Stags Head Inn Lord Nelson pub, Luddenden and The Fleece at Elland.Drop down from here to the charming village of Luddenden, which clings to the hillside with its narrow streets and attrac-

tive cottages. Here you will find the Lord Nelson pub, which had a temporary name change to the Stags Head Inn. This is where the external shots of the rent collection session in episode 1 were filmed, with the internal ones shot in the Fleece at Elland, a few miles away.

Lord and Lady Stuart’s homeNewby Hall, Skelton-on-Ure, Ripon HG4 5AENewby Hall is an 18th-century country house situated beside the River Ure at Skelton-on-Ure, near Ripon in North York-shire, England.

Ripponden Moor and RyeburnRipponden Moor is part of the magnificent open hilltop moor-lands and intimate valleys of the South Pennines. The area is of archaeological importance due to the Roman Road which leads over nearby Blackstone Edge, a ridge of millstone grit, and is also rich in Bronze Age and Neolithic remains.

Cobbled road where the Hardcastle boy lost his legWakefield Gate, Halifax

Eliza and William Priestley’s HousePrivate residence, Sowerby Bridge.Sowerby Bridge is a smaller town than Halifax and a road on the far side of the town features as a filming location. Here we see the distinguished 18th century house where Eliza and William Priestley live.

St Martin-in-the-Fields - Vere Hobart’s wedding - InteriorParish Church of St Peter, Sowerby BridgeThe village was chosen for filming and appears in several scenes. The set for the Lister colliery Holts Pit was built here and St Peter’s Church stood in for St Martin-in-the-Field for the wedding of Anne’s former partner in episode two.

Rawson’s coal mineNabb EndRawson’s coal mine was actually filmed in a disused stone quarry called Nabb End further along the ridge towards Cragg Vale. Public access is allowed to people but safety warnings are in place and it is now a conservation site.

“I just went there to study anatomy.”

Yorkshire Slang

What if I can’t understand what Yorkshire folk are saying to me, or if they can’t understand me?

Never fear! We have watched our fair share of American TV so we will be able to understand you. Depending how deep into Yorkshire you go, you might have difficulty. So here is a handy list of Yorkshire slang, sayings and delicacies that may help you along.

‘ow do!General greeting. Can mean how are you or good day.

Ahm fair t’middlinPositive response to a greeting. I’m doing okay thanks.

Ahm nobbut middlin’Negative response to a greeting. I’m doing pretty badly, actually.

Be reight.It’ll be okay, or not but we’re positive.

That’s proper championIt’s great, we love it.

There’s nowt s’queer as folk.People are truly weird.

E’s neither use nor ornament.That gentlemen serves quite literally no purpose.

Where there’s muck, there’s brass.One can make a small fortune if one is willing to engage in dirty work.

Did I ‘eckers like!My god, of course I didn’t!

Eeh I’ll go t’foot of stairs!My goodness, I’m really quite surprised by this.

Owt’s better than nowt. Something’s better than nothing!

E’s a reight bobby dazzler.That person is attractive.

Useful wordsAllus – AlwaysAye – yesBap – bread bunBairn – childBrass – moneyBrew – cup of teaButty – sandwichDinner – lunchFaffing – wasting timeJammy – luckyLass – girlMardy – moodyNowt – nothingParky – cold Scran – foodSummat – somethingTa – thanksTarra – goodbyeTea – dinnerTeacake – bread roll

Local delicaciesYorkshire PuddingMade of a savoury batter of flour, eggs and milk, this dish originated in Yorkshire. Perfect with a Sunday Roast.

Wensleydale CheeseMade in the Yorkshire town of town of Wensleydale this cheese is famous for its hint of honey flavor and acidity, best paired with sweeter fare such as fruit.

Parkina cake of butter, honey, flour, oats, treacle and ginger. Traditionally, this cake is made to be served around Guy Fawkes / Bonfire Night.

PikeletsThese fluffy breads have a similar taste and texture as crumpets, but with many regional variations.

“‘Ow do!.”