Meeting:  Talk on Huddersfield in 50 buildings

Report by​​ David Wyles
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​Chris Marsden, former HCS Chairman, outlined some of the 50 buildings identified in his book Huddersfield in 50 Buildings at an illustrated talk to HCS members on Tuesday, April 2, 2019.

Chris’s expansive knowledge of the history and architecture of the town was matched by some outstanding photography by Andrew Caveney, as well as many historic images.

Focusing on buildings that still exist, Chris’s celebration of the town’s magnificent built heritage ranged from the late 18th century canal warehouse at Aspley to more recent developments.

They included Queensgate Market, the John Smith’s Stadium and, a favourite of Chris’s, Broadbent’s Bath House on Queen Street South, a rare, possibly unique example of a purpose-built bath house for foundry workers.

Chris not only outlined what he felt was special about each building but gave a glimpse of the remarkable stories behind such features as the lion on Lion Arcade, the building of Estate Buildings and the outstanding engineering of Lockwood Viaduct.

The talk followed the society’s AGM which highlighted the progress and achievements over the past year.
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Chris’s book, published by Amberley Publishing is available from local bookshops and costs £13.49.