Nestling comfortably to the north of Bradford, Shipley proudly wears its heritage as a historic market town on its sleeve. Deriving its name from Old English words denoting 'sheep' and 'clearing', the town boasts a captivating history dating back to the late Bronze Age, with compelling mentions in the revered Domesday Book of 1086. Over the centuries, Shipley's narrative unfurls through the chronicles penned by a series of Lords of the Manor. Indeed, much of the town’s historic secrets lay veiled within the missing manor court rolls of the 18th century.

In the era of the Industrial Revolution, Shipley burgeoned into a significant player in the textile industry. Harnessing the local landscape's bounty of sheep and the clean, flowing River Aire, the town saw a proliferation of mills for spinning, fulling, and manufacturing woollen worsteds. This industrial ambiance laid the foundations for housing expansions, including the idyllic model village of Saltaire masterminded by businessman, Sir Titus Salt.

Today, Shipley thrives as a vibrant residential town. Serving as a peaceful commuter suburb to the bustling work-centres of Bradford and Leeds, it smoothly bridges the gaps between rural charm and urban comfort. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire is a time-frozen testimony to its glorious past, while the stunning attractions of Shipley Glen and recreational hubs like Northcliffe offer a refreshing taste of Shipley's leafy environs.