The "Kildwick Cope" is an interesting piece of clerical garb, belonging to St. Andrew's Church but with a history that connects it to Imperial China.
Below, a clipping from the Craven Herald, dating from 1957 or 58, sent to us by Susan Wignell (nee Watson).
Below, a better photograph of the "Kildwick Cope" (from the Keighley and District Digital Archive).
Here, two photographs of the cope being worn by the late Rev. Ian Busby.
If you have any further information on the history of the "Kildwick Cope" please email us at history@farnhill.co.uk
Updated: 30/07/2022
With thanks to Chris Wright at Kildwick Church