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Abraham Sharp: Bradford’s Astounding Astronomer at Bradford Cathedral
Abraham Sharp: Bradford’s Astounding Astronomer at Bradford Cathedral
Historical Event, Sat 10 Sep 2022, free entry
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1 Stott Hill,
Bradford,
BD1 4EH
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Details
Discover more about space, astronomy and Bradford's 'Astounding Astronomer' Abraham Sharp in an event that will be out of this world! You can find out more about Sharp by visiting his plaque to hear more about his work and his discoveries and see his calculation of Pi laid out in the Cathedral.
There will also be a talk from Rod Hine of the Bradford Astronomical Society all about space, and lots of space-themed craft activities to take part in. You'll also be able to travel from the Sun to Pluto by visiting our inflatable solar system - and you can even take a selfie at Saturn or go on your own mission to Mars!
And for those who are big fans of the movies, there will be a 30-minute musical spectacular with themes from the films played on our organ. There will also be some intergalactic refreshments on offer, and a chance to go on a short tour of the Cathedral.
Timetable:
12:15pm - Tour
1pm - Talk with Rod Hine from the Bradford Astronomical Society
2pm - Space-themed Organ Recital
You can book your place on the tour and talk on our Eventbrite page.
Please remember the Cathedral is over 500 years old! Disabled access is possible to most areas and there are abled and disabled toilet facilities. There is a selection of restaurants and cafes available nearby.
Event details
| Dates | Times |
|---|---|
| Sat 10 Sep 2022 | 12:00 to 15:00 |
Prices
Free entry
Also see
Fri 9 - Sun 18 Sep: Heritage Open Days at Bradford City Centre, Bradford
Sat 10 Sep: Open Day at St Mary's Church, Bradford
Sun 11 Sep: Bingley Walkers Are Welcome St Ives Heritage Walk at St Ives Estate, Bingley, BingleyDirections
See location on Google mapsMap reference: SE 166332 Lat: 53.79483 Long: -1.74947
By Public Transport:
Train:Bradford Forster Square (nearest) and Bradford Interchange
Bus: Church Bank (Stop P9/P10), 613/614, 645/646, 636/637, 670, 682 Bolton Road (Stop P6/P8) 612, 640/641
Metro:Canal Road/Cathedral (Stop 3) round-city bus
By Road:
Off Barkerend Road via the Shipley Airedale Road.
Parking - the Broadway Bradford 0600 to 0100 weekdays £3.50/weekends £1.50 all day: Captain Street £1.50 all day.
Driver-disabled only parking onsite.
Parking: free
Parking: with charge
Accessible by Public Transport: 0 miles from Forster Square station
Hotels and B&Bs
Self Catering
Camping & TouringFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Disabled toilets
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
French signs/guides
German signs/guides
Gift shop
Picnic site
Public toilets
Spanish signs/guides
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Please remember the Cathedral is over 500 years old! Disabled access is possible to most areas and there are abled and disabled toilet facilities. There is a selection of restaurants and cafes available nearby.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
a mix of tarmac and york stone paving
Drop-off point for guests outside entrance- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Drop-off point for guests outside entrancePublic Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Baby changing facilities
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
Notes
Please remember that the Cathedral is over 500 years old! We have done our very best to make the building accessible to all disabled visitors and hope you enjoy your visit. * * For assistance please ask a member of staff to help. * * The Cathedral Office is up a short flight of steps so please ring the bell in the shop area and someone will come out.
