Monthly Archives: October 2017

It Shouldn’t Happen to a Vet

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Layhead

I have lived in Yorkshire for many, many years and have never once visited James Herriot World. James Alfred Wight, who wrote under the pseudonym of James Herriot, became one of the most popular writers of the twentieth century. His … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Mystery and Intrigue

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Layhead

With Halloween not too far away, stories of strange goings on are often told to local children. In the village of Giggleswick, not far from Rathmell, there is a tale of Sarah Birbeck that not many people know.

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If Settle could not go to the theatre…

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Layhead

There are many very interesting old buildings in Settle. One of the most notable is Settle Victoria Hall. It is a Grade II listed Victorian concert hall in Kirkgate, Settle and is England’s oldest surviving music hall. Built in about … Continue reading →

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Eggstraordinary Girls

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Layhead

There’s nothing nicer than a home produced bright yellow egg for breakfast, and my ‘girls’ do a wonderful job in providing Layhead guests with delicious fresh eggs. Sadly, hens don’t last forever and I am now down to ten hens, … Continue reading →

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