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Discover more about local women who fought for the vote and help to uncover their hidden histories.

This event will include a small exhibition and information about a community project aimed at rediscovering the forgotten women's suffrage campaigners in Saltaire and Shipley. Visitors to this event can try on suffrage hats and sashes, chat to HerVote100 volunteers and take part in some craft activities. This event will also promote the campaign for a plaque to be erected to commemorate the Great Shipley Glen Rally in 1908

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Suffrage Sisters in Saltaire and Shipley - Heritage Open Days

Type:Heritage Open Day

Kirkgate Community Centre, 39A Kirkgate, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3EH

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Season (20 Sept 2026)
Day	Times
Sunday	10:30	- 15:00

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