Looking back: 23 landlords and landladies you may remember from Halifax and Calderdale in the 2000s

By Abigail Kellett

Published 19th Oct 2023, 06:00 GMT

Updated 2nd May 2024, 13:11 GMT

These landlords and landladies of our locals in Calderdale have served thousands of pints between them.

So, we're raising a glass to all of the past publicans of our towns.

Who do you remember?

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Bob Thompson, Landlord of The Rushcart, Sowerby, which won Real Ale Pub Of The Year back in 2005.

1. Pubs

Bob Thompson, Landlord of The Rushcart, Sowerby, which won Real Ale Pub Of The Year back in 2005. Photo: John Gray

Landlord of the Three Pigeons back in 2004 Derek Amos.

2. Pubs

Landlord of the Three Pigeons back in 2004 Derek Amos.

Landlord of the Westgate Pub Tim McKellar decks the pub out for the Euros in 2004.

3. Pubs

Landlord of the Westgate Pub Tim McKellar decks the pub out for the Euros in 2004. Photo: ab

Landlady of The Barge, Brighouse Michelle Hadala raises a glass to the success of the Pub Idol competition back in 2004.

4. Pubs

Landlady of The Barge, Brighouse Michelle Hadala raises a glass to the success of the Pub Idol competition back in 2004. Photo: ab

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