Morley

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Titus Salt. This renowned textile manufacturer and founder of Saltaire, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was born in the Morley Manor House, which stood here. 1803-1876

Queen Street, Morley, United Kingdom

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Morley Town Hall. This magnificent Grade 1 listed building was opened on 16th October 1895 by Rt. Hon. H. H. Asquith MP Liberal Prime Minister from 1908 to 1916. He was born and lived in Morley from 1852-1858, receiving the Freedom of the Borough here in 1913. Architects. Haltom and Fox.

Queen Street LS27 9DY, Morley, United Kingdom

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Beryl Burton OBE Was a cycling phenomenon. Born in Halton, Leeds and living in Morley for much of her married life, she became 3000 metre Track Pursuit World Champion in 1959 (the first of five victories). She was Road Racing World Champion twice and every year from 1959 to 1983 British Time Trials Best All Rounder. 1937 - 1996

Beryl Burton Gardens, Morley, United Kingdom

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