A visit to the Cartwright Hall in Bradford revealed some hidden gems. Built when rich industrialists processed a social conscience (wanting to ensure their place in heaven no doubt) the hall is named after Dr. Edmund Cartwright who invented the power loom. There's a great collection of contemporary prints, including Hockney's
The Rake's Progress, a Rossetti stained glass window, a (disappointing) Clausen and even a Vasari. It was however the two early Hockneys that caught my attention.
After Cartwright Hall it seemed foolish not to visit Salts Mill (only 10 minutes by car). They'd even opened up the roof space for the annual Leeds Photographic Society exhibition. The pictures weren't up to much but the space and light in the roof were incredible. O yes...you also can't beat the steak and chunky chips in the restaurant.
