Pennyoaks Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Pennyoaks Hill

Polish Anna, Oastler Centre, Bradford This stencilled artwork, by the Bristol artist Stewy, was installed about April 2021, on the outside wall of the Oastler Centre. It is on the wall facing Northgate, very near the corner with John Street.
Polish Anna was a well known character around Bradford markets in the 1970&#039;s and 80&#039;s, when I lived in Bradford. I remember seeing her often, always with badges on her clothes, usually with a Morrisons carrier bag (faithfully reproduced here), a loud deep singing voice and with a stick. The story I heard was that she was a Pole who had been incarcerated in one of the Nazi concentration camps in WW2, and had been subjected to medical experiments by doctors there. My neighbour, who knew her better, said she was very kind to children, was very strong - when drunk it was known that 3 or 4 policemen were needed to control her.
The Bradford Telegraph and Argus ran some articles of people&#039;s memories of Anna - on Sept 22 2020 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/18736913.remarkable-images-bradfords-old-anna/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/18736913.remarkable-images-bradfords-old-anna/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Oct 7 2020 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/18774268.readers-uncover-old-annas-story/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/18774268.readers-uncover-old-annas-story/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
See also this Telegraph and Argus article from Apr 2021 about the 4 artworks by Stewy in central Bradford <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/19239397.polish-anna-among-bradford-icons-celebrated-street-art-project/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/19239397.polish-anna-among-bradford-icons-celebrated-street-art-project/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Polish Anna, Oastler Centre, Bradford Credit: Rich Tea

Pennyoaks Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Yorkshire, England. Rising to an elevation of 450 meters above sea level, it is considered a hill rather than a mountain due to its relatively modest height. The hill is known for its picturesque views of the surrounding countryside, with rolling green fields and scattered woodlands stretching out as far as the eye can see.

Pennyoaks Hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, offering a network of trails and paths that wind their way up to the summit. Along the way, visitors can expect to encounter a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, birds, and possibly even grazing sheep.

At the top of Pennyoaks Hill, visitors are rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the Yorkshire Dales and the nearby towns and villages. On clear days, it is possible to see all the way to the distant peaks of the Pennines. The hill is also a great spot for picnicking or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings.

Overall, Pennyoaks Hill is a beautiful natural landmark that showcases the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside and provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.795801/-1.7286481 or Grid Reference SE1733. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Polish Anna, Oastler Centre, Bradford

This stencilled artwork, by the Bristol artist Stewy, was installed about April 2021, on the outside wall of the Oastler Centre. It is on the wall facing Northgate, very near the corner with John Street. Polish Anna was a well known character around Bradford markets in the 1970's and 80's, when I lived in Bradford. I remember seeing her often, always with badges on her clothes, usually with a Morrisons carrier bag (faithfully reproduced here), a loud deep singing voice and with a stick. The story I heard was that she was a Pole who had been incarcerated in one of the Nazi concentration camps in WW2, and had been subjected to medical experiments by doctors there. My neighbour, who knew her better, said she was very kind to children, was very strong - when drunk it was known that 3 or 4 policemen were needed to control her. The Bradford Telegraph and Argus ran some articles of people's memories of Anna - on Sept 22 2020 Link

Oct 7 2020 Link

See also this Telegraph and Argus article from Apr 2021 about the 4 artworks by Stewy in central Bradford Link

Rich Tea

Former Bradford Register Office building, Manor Row

When I lived in Bradford in the 1970's, I attended a wedding here on a very snowy winter's day. The weather had caused chaos in the city, many brides or grooms were delayed, and the timetable was abandoned, with couples being married whenever they were both there. As for myself, I was there in anorak and boots, having helped the groom's family to dig their car out from the snow and getting an invitation once it was moving. I hurriedly got my camera, which was lucky as I was the only person at the wedding with a camera so I became the official photographer. The Register Office is now at Bradford City Hall, and this building appears to be empty. See SE1633 : Plaque on the wall of the former Register Office, Manor Row

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Plaque on the wall of the former Register Office, Manor Row

The plaque tells us that the building was constructed in 1877 to the design of Bradford architects Andrews and Pepper and was originally the offices of the Board of Guardians. See SE1633 : Former Bradford Register Office building, Manor Row.

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Statue of Richard Oastler, Oastler Square, Bradford

Richard Oastler was an early campaigner for improved conditions in factories, his campaign led to the first Act of Parliament to limit the hours that could be worked by children. He is also one of my distant relatives, descended from my 6xgreat grandfather Sampson Oastler of Kirby Wiske in North Yorkshire. See Wikipedia article Link

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Statue of Richard Oastler, Bradford

See also SE1633 : Statue of Richard Oastler, Oastler Square, Bradford

Rich Tea

Statue of Richard Oastler, Oastler Square, Bradford

See also SE1633 : Statue of Richard Oastler, Oastler Square, Bradford

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The 12:00 train to Leeds, platform 1 Forster Square station

My train to Leeds, one of 3 waiting at Platform 1. The bridge in the background carries Hamm Strasse over the railway lines. See Wikipedia Link

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Forster Square Station, Bradford

The 11:46 train to Ilkley leaving from platform 2, the 12:00 to Leeds waits at platform 1 on the right. The bridge in the background carries Hamm Strasse over the railway lines. See Wikipedia Link

Rich Tea

Hamm Strasse bridge from Forster Square station

Seen from platform 1, the 12:00 train to Leeds waiting on the right.

Rich Tea

Pop-up Cycle Lane on Wakefield Road, Bradford

Stephen Armstrong

Lower Playground, Peel Park, Bradford

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A Family of Swans on Peel Park Lake, Bradford

Mum, dad and four cygnets, plus a few ducks.

Stephen Armstrong

Old Go-Ahead London Bus

Parked in the yard of the former Bradford City Transport, Ludlam Street Bus Depot.

Stephen Armstrong

Former Bus Depot, Mill Lane, Bradford

The former Bradford City Transport Ludlam Street Depot, which became the West Yorkshire Transport Museum after closure. It has since been (and possibly still is) a car dealership.

Stephen Armstrong

Manchester Road, Bradford, with a Pop-Up Cycle Lane

When the guided busway was constructed in the middle of Manchester Road, each carriageway was reduced to 2 lanes. Hence the need to use part of the pavement for the cycle lane. Fortunately neither see much use.

Stephen Armstrong

Santander Regional Office, Bradford

Built on part of the site of the original Interchange Bus Station, which was a huge unwelcoming structure. Viewed from the entrance to the current, much smaller and more welcoming, bus station.

Stephen Armstrong

Redeemed Christian Church of God, Nelson Street, Bradford

Viewed from Manchester Road. The building was formerly a Labour Exchange / Job Centre.

Stephen Armstrong

Midland Hotel, Bradford

The Midland Hotel in Bradford. When it was built, the hotel formed part of the frontage of Bradford Midland railway station. The station was later renamed Bradford Forster Square. The station was redeveloped in the 1990s, a short distance further back from the hotel.

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Pennyoaks Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE1733 (Lat: 53.795801, Lng: -1.7286481)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Bradford

Police Authority: West Yorkshire