Halifax People
"Ah, my dear friends! Harry Facks here once again, and what a pleasure it is to introduce you to the remarkable characters who have shaped our beloved Halifax through the ages.
From the bold Anne Lister of Shibden Hall to the notorious Cragg Vale Coiners, our town has been home to some of history's most fascinating personalities. Each character you'll meet here has left an indelible mark on Halifax's story - some through their innovations, others through their infamous deeds, and many through their outstanding contributions to our community.
As someone who has had the privilege of observing Halifax's social tapestry through time, I can assure you that the tales of these individuals are nothing short of extraordinary. Whether they were industrialists who built our mighty mills, writers who captured our essence in words, or everyday heroes who shaped our community, each has a story worth telling.
Join me as we step back in time to meet these remarkable Halifax folk. Simply choose a personality below, and I shall be delighted to share their fascinating tale with you!"
 The story of a very significant family at the start of Halifax's carpet industry. |
 Big Daddy (Shirley Crabtree)1930-1997 A popular wrestler, against one of his more regular opponents and sometimes tag team partner(Giant Haystacks). |
 (born 17 May 1950, Halifax, England) is an English singer-songwriter and author. She is an Ivor Novello Award winner. |
 Donald John A famous face in Halifax, Donald John was in the navy but allegedly turned to 'a man of the road' after he returned to find his wife had betrayed him. He is described by many as a pleasant man who enjoyed a drink. |
 Tabitha Bagnold Tabitha Bagnold may have been one of the best-known businesswoman in Halifax in her time, being the Postmistress for the town two centuries ago, a job she still held at the introduction of Uniform Penny Post in May 1840. |
 Miriam Lightowler, The first Lady Mayor of Halifax |
 Wilfred Pickles, Radio and TV Celebrity |
 Herbert Akroyd Stuart - inventor of a diesel engine |
 Henry Edwards -Conservative MP |
 Micheal Holroyd Smith, prolific inventor |
 Wallace Bentley - mechanical engineer/inventor |
 Lizzie Humphries - Traveller |
 John Lister - Owner of Shibden Hall and Historian |
Halifax Characters
Halifax People who have made their names in the outside world deserve their praise but not everybody gets the same opportunities in life and here are a few real local Halifax Character's, most of which shared struggles in life but are remembered just as well.
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