The Catholic Church across Yorkshire's historic West Riding since 1878

The Catholic Church across Yorkshire's historic West Riding since 1878

Cathedral Proves a Hit with Civic Trust Members

A couple of months ago a large group of Leeds Civic Trust members paid a visit to the Cathedral for a talk about its architecture and heritage, and a guided tour of the building. The Cathedral hosts a number of  such events each year; in the coming months, members of...

Our Cathedral’s Link with Arthur Aaron VC – Eighty Years On

This year marks the eightieth anniversary of the death of Arthur Louis Aaron VC, who was killed while serving with the Royal Air Force in North Africa in August 1943. Arthur Aaron was born on 6 March 1922. His father was Benjamin Aaron, whose ancestors came from...

Fifty + Fifty Catholic Churches to See Before You Die

Some of the finest Catholic churches in England and Wales are winning recognition and a new lease of life. Some of them feature in Another Fifty Catholic Churches to See Before You Die, written by Elena Curti. This beautifully illustrated book continues Elena’s...

Fr Brown’s Church and Yorkshire Churches Day 2023

St Cuthbert’s Church in Bradford was built in 1890-1 and designed by WH & JH Marten. It is designated a Grade II* Listed Building by Historic England. The church has significant historic interest derived from its association with Mgr John O’Connor...

Our Heritage Open Days 2023

Heritage Open Days is a nationwide event running from 8-17 September. It’s an opportunity to see inside buildings that are often closed to visitors, or whose openings are limited. Also it can be a chance to learn more about a familiar and much-loved building. In...