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Presented by Yorkshire and North East Film Archive

Step into Bradford’s vibrant past with a special archive film screening at Darley Street Market Courtyard, celebrating the city’s rich retail and trade heritage. As part of this year’s Heritage Open Days festival, enjoy a curated selection of short films showcasing everything from bustling markets and textile mills to beloved local businesses.

Discover the importance of preserving Bradford’s moving image history through the ‘Screen Time’ initiative, which invites you to contribute your own films and footage to the archive—ensuring today’s Bradford is remembered by future generations.

Come along, take a seat, and relive the stories that shaped the city.

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Retail Tales: A Look Back at Bradford's Retail History

Type:Heritage Open Day

16 - 24 Darley Street Market Big Screen, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 3HH

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Season (12 Sept 2025 - 19 Sept 2025)

* Screenings at 1000, 1300, 1600

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