Saltaire: Full-Day Guided Walking Tour

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Explore the UNESCO-listed village of Saltaire on a guided walking tour. See the Shipley Glenn, take a ride on the Shipley Glenn tramway, and visit the church of Saltaire.

Highlights

  • Step back in time as you explore the UNESCO-listed village of Saltaire
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the model village of Saltaire and learn about its history
  • See the Shipley Glenn and take a ride on the Shipley Glenn tramway

Description

Embark on a journey back in time during a walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Village of Saltaire, which dates back to the 1800s. Pass through different parts of Saltaire and see Sir Titus Salts' model village in all its glory. Start your full-day walking tour at Saltaire Train Station. First you will have a guided tour of the lower part of Saltaire where you will be able to see how and why Sir Titus Salt build this spectacular model village. Look out for the fantastic Victorian Architecture of The Saltaire reformed church and Victoria Hall The next stop will be free time in Salts Mill where you will be able to grab a coffee and look around the art gallery which boasts art work from the world famous David Hockney. There is also a range of shops here. Next up, you will enjoy free time on the Saltaire Main high street, which is littered with restaurants and small independent shops. This part of the tour will allow you to eat your lunch (lunch not included) After lunch, you will be taken down to Hirst Wood and Roberts park. There will be some good photo stops at various locations of the part of the tour as you make your way to the Shipley Glenn Tram. The final stop before heading back to the meeting point is a trip up to the top of Shipley Glenn to see the ancient rock formations.

Includes

Full day walking tour of Saltaire Guided tour of the model village of Saltaire Visit to Shipley Glen Ride on the Shipley Glen Tramway Visit to Roberts Park Free time on Saltaire Main Highstreets Visit to Salts Mill Visit to the church of Saltaire Short canal walk from Saltaire to Hirst Wood

Important Information

  • There are many shops to be able to buy food and drink

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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