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1. The Scootacar
Manufactured in the late 1950s by Scootacars Ltd, a division of railway locomotive builder, the Hunslet Engine Co. Said to have been inspired by the wife of one of the company directors, who wanted a car easier to park than her Jag
2. Ultracane
Developed as a way to help blind and partially sighted people navigate around pavements and buildings, the idea for the Ultracane originated at the University of Leeds.
3. The selfie
Inventor Washington Teasdale is thought to have taken one of the worlds first selfies in the ruins of Kirkstall Abbey. He captured the image in 1883, one of the earliest examples of someone both taking and appearing in a photo.
4. Smeaton's Lighthouse
Known as The Father of Civil Engineering, John Smeaton was a pioneer in the field and his innovative lighthouse design was a major breakthrough. Construction of his design started in 1756 and the light was first lit in October 1759
5. Cluedo
A true table top classic, Cluedo was among the most famous board games produced by Leeds-based Waddingtons.
6. Jelly Tots
Invented by accident by Horsforth scientist Dr Brain Boffey. Was working with Rowntrees in York when he made the discovery while attempting to find a formula for a powdered jelly which would set instantly when added to cold water.