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The town of Batley finds itself listed in the Doomsday Book, with a population of little more than forty, a far cry from today; for like most towns in the area, Batley prospered as the textile industry boomed. Why not take in the pleasures of the cobbled market square surrounded by fine recently refurbished Victorian architecture, monuments to the confidence of those who founded the "Shoddy" industry; or visit some of Batley's excellent attractions, including the Skopos Shopping Village the nearby Motor Museum and the Butterfly Conservation Centre. You can even take time out to visit the wide variety of shops that Batley town centre has to offer, including many major high street names, including: tesco's, Boots and Woolworths, as well as a number of interesting specialty retail outlets, including Ponden Mill, The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, and Susan Moore's Lighting Gallery. State-of-the-art mountain bikes, fantasy card-games, knock-em-dead wedding outfits, champaign glasses, and the best pork pies in Yorkshire - they're all here, not to mention the exciting nightlife that Batley has to offer. Market Days: Friday and Saturday. This is just a taste of what Batley has to offer, but why not come and see for yourself, and enjoy making your own discoveries. If you would like to know more, please contact the Town Centre Manager at Batley Community Development Limited, Telephone: 01924 326332.
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