Hidden West Yorkshire Episodes Available now
The Dewsbury vicar who weighed the world
In a quiet West Yorkshire parish lived a man whose ideas changed science, John Michell.
The Wakefield castle that changed England forever
The story of how a battle at Sandal Castle helped decide England’s royal future.
The Leeds monument to American freedom
Parlington Arch reflects Sir Thomas Gascoigne’s support for American independence.
How Horsforth helped win the war
The story of how Horsforth’s Warship Week led to a ship at the heart of the Enigma story.
The many strange stones of Meanwood Park
Discover Meanwood Park’s past, from tanning mills to modern green space.
The Leeds pilot who took on the Luftwaffe
A new blue plaque marks the Leeds home of Battle of Britain fighter pilot, John Freeborn.
Why Leeds has a 'Little Switzerland'
The story of Gledhow Hall, Little Switzerland and Leeds’ forgotten spa culture.
Introducing Hidden Eats
Darren Williams tells the stories behind some of the region’s most iconic food brands.
Hidden Eats: The humble beginnings of M&S
How a Leeds market stall grew into a giant that shaped British shopping.
Hidden Eats: The giant pies of Denby Dale
How huge historic pies raised money and still support village life today.
