Maria lives in Saltaire and has worked in the tourist industry for many years and is famous for being appointed Bradford District’s first Tourism Officer in 1980. Not only is she a long term resident of Saltaire and an enthusiastic local historian, she is a member of Saltaire History Direct and the Saltaire Village Society. Her collection of fascinating facts and anecdotes bring Saltaire’s history to life. Maria’s costumed character, Mrs Ellin Dooley, is as ‘common as muck’, lives in an ordinary worker’s house on Amelia Street with her husband Henry, 12 children and another on the way.
Masham Local History Group Meetings are held fortnightly on a Tuesday. Non members are very welcome and are charged £3 per meeting. More information available from the secretary, Christine Greensit on 01765 689711 or email: christine.greensit@gmail.com