High Royds Hospital, Grade II listed former psychiatric hospital in Menston, Leeds, England
The medical complex spans 300 acres with an administration building featuring an Italian mosaic floor decorated with the Yorkshire Rose and black daisies.
The West Riding Justices purchased the estate in 1885 for £18,000, and architect J. Vickers Edwards designed the facility, which opened in 1888.
The Leeds band Kaiser Chiefs created a song titled 'Highroyds' about the facility, adding to its recognition in contemporary music.
The hospital operated its own railway system until 1951, connecting the facility to the Wharfedale railway line for supplies and transportation.
The institution maintained complete self-sufficiency with its own library, surgery, dispensary, butchery, dairies, bakery, shop, and various workshops.
Location: Leeds
Inception: 1885
GPS coordinates: 53.88180,-1.73470
Latest update: May 28, 2025 22:48
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