Visit Bradford

Bradford is a city full of surprises.  Recently titled a UNESCO City of Film, Bradford is a thriving cultural destination with a packed events calendar, award winning museums and galleries and impressive theatres.  

The many beautiful Victorian buildings found throughout the city illustrate the city's impressive past and include the area known as Little Germany and the Wool Exchange.  Also not to be missed is Bradford Cathedral the city's place of worship for centuries, an oasis of calm in the city centre. 

The surrounding area of Bradford also has a lot to offer including the UNESCO World Heritage Site Saltaire, a perfectly preserved Victorian village and home to Salts Mill.  Nearby is the the former spa town of Ilkley an elegant town set in the Yorkshire Dales, a perfect base for those who enjoy walking.  Magnificent countryside can also be enjoyed near the village of Haworth, the former home of the Brontës and the Brontë Parsoange Museum.  

 
Bradford

Bradford

A city rich in culture, architecture and attractions, Bradford has lots to offer. Choose from popular attractions such as the National Media Museum, the magnificent Alhambra Theatre or sample some of the best in Asian cuisine.

 
Ilkley & Wharfedale

Ilkley & Wharfedale

There's plenty of reasons to holiday in Ilkley with its shopping, fantastic restaurants and exceptional hotels, as well as one of Yorkshire's remaining lidos. If you enjoy walking then there's plenty of beautiful countryside to explore too.

 
 
Saltaire & Airedale

Saltaire & Airedale

Saltaire is a model Victorian village, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the largest collections of art by David Hockney.  Beautiful buildings can be found throughout, including Saltaire United Reformed Church.

 
Bronte Country

Brontë Country

As the name suggests, Brontë Country was home to the famous authors, the Brontës.  Visit the Brontë Parsonage Museum, jump on a steam train on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, or enjoy the many events held in Haworth.   

 
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