The
market town of Otley is situated 10 miles north of the City
of Leeds. Situated on the River Wharfe, Otley is steeped in
history dating back to 1222 when King Henry III granted the
first Royal Charter. The town is famous for its street markets
held on Fridays and Saturdays with additional Tuesday markets
during summer months.
The
town, dominated by Otley Chevin is an area of outstanding
beauty which attracts outdoor lovers of all types. The River
Wharfe also provides leisure activities for the many visitors.
The
town is steeped in history and many Victorian and Georgian
buildings are well preserved. The streets throughout the centre
are connected by numerous alley ways and modern day architecture
in traditional styling has helped to create a vibrant shopping
area. All Saints Parish Church has an early 14th century tower
and a Norman period doorway.
Otley
was the birthplace of famous furniture maker Thomas Chippindale
who learnt his trade from his father in the town.
| 1 |
Looking over Otley from direction of Chevin Road |
2 |
Otley
Market Place and the open air market |
3 |
Otley
All Saints Church |
4 |
Otley
All Saints Church |
| 5 |
Queen
Victoria memorial in Market Place |
6 |
Kirkgate
and the open air street market |
7 |
Statue
of Thomas Chippindale |
8 |
Kirkgate |
| 9 |
|
10 |
Bridge
Street looking towards the River |
11 |
Modern
shopping area in Otley back street |
12 |
Market
Square from Boroughgate |
| 13 |
Former
wool dressers house with hoist to upper floor |
14 |
One
of the numerous alley ways in Otley |
15 |
River
Wharfe Bridge Street |
16 |
Market
Street |
