The amazingly talented writer was in The Piece Hall this morning where flowers were being laid at the statue of Anne Lister.
As these photos shows, scores of people turned out to bring blooms in tribute to the iconic Halifax heroine who owned Shibden Hall and its estate.
Events have been taking place since the start of last week for the Anne Lister Birthday Festival, with more planned today and tomorrow.
Sally Wainwright’s hit drama Gentleman Jack was written in tribute to the pioneering Anne Lister and has been a huge hit around the globe, bringing thousands of tourists to Calderdale.
Photos by Ellis Robinson from The Piece Hall Trust.
1. Anne Lister's birthday: Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack's Sally Wainwright in Halifax today to honour Anne Lister
Crowds in The Piece Hall for Anne Lister's birthday Photo: Ellis Robinson
2. Anne Lister's birthday: Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack's Sally Wainwright in Halifax today to honour Anne Lister
CEO of The Piece Hall Trust Nicky Chance-Thompson Photo: Ellis Robinson
3. Anne Lister's birthday: Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack's Sally Wainwright in Halifax today to honour Anne Lister
Crowds in The Piece Hall Photo: Ellis Robinson
4. Anne Lister's birthday: Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack's Sally Wainwright in Halifax today to honour Anne Lister
People gathered to celebrate Anne Lister's birthday Photo: Ellis Robinson