Swinnow
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Swinnow (derived from Anglo-Saxon Swin (swine) and how (hill),ward of Pudsey.
History
Swinnow was part of the civil parish of Bramley.market towns all over the country ready for the next day.
After the second world war the population of Leeds was growing and consequently new cheap
housing estates over the old rhubarb fields. An industrial estate was established south of the settlement, where soft drinks manufacturer Britvic
is a major employer.
Swinnow is now clearly integrated into the larger Leeds area. Nevertheless, the history of the area is preserved, in that the stories, memories and knowledge of the residents were compiled into a small volume published by Patchwork press in 1994.
Amenities
There are two churches in Swinnow, Christ the Saviour Anglican Church [3] and St. Mark's Methodist Church.[4]
See also
References
- ^ James Wardell (1853). The Antiquities of the Borough of Leeds, described and illustrated. John Russell Smith, London; Moxon and Walker, Leeds. p. 12.
- ^ "Boundary Map of Bramley Ch/CP". A vision of Britain through time. Retrieved 17 May 2017.
- ^ Archbishops' Council, Christ the Saviour, Swinnow
- ^ St Mark’s Methodist Church
Further reading
Swinnow Memories A celebration of stories from the past - Patchwork press - 1994 -
ISBN 1-873247-16-8
External links
- "The Ancient Parish of Leeds". GENUKI. Historical and genealogical resource for area including Swinnow
- Leodis: A photographic archive of Leeds. Write "Swinnow" in search box.
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