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About
Bracken Hall Countryside Centre is located on Shipley Glen, on the edge of Baildon Moor, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve.
Visitors are invited to discover the area's natural history, archaeology, and social heritage through interactive displays, themed activities and a wildlife garden. A varied, year-round programme of guided and self-guided walks, workshops and events helps people connect with and explore the surrounding countryside. The Centre also offers educational visits for all ages.
View AccessAble’s Access Guide to find out about this venue’s accessibility. The guide contains detailed, accurate information which has been put together following a visit to the venue by one of AccessAble’s trained surveyors (link opens in a new window).
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Guide Prices
Admission Free (donations encouraged). Certain special events incur a charge and may require pre-booking
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
Catering
- Picnic site
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Map & Directions
Road Directions
By Road: Leave A6038 at jct public house following B6151 to Baildon. Take 2nd left exit at roundabout (Baildon Village) and follow road for 1.75 miles to Shipley Glen. Turn right at T-junction and centre is 200yds on right. By Public Transport: Follow signs for Shipley Glen tramway. Ride up tramway, walk up side of tramway. Follow road, carry on past road junction on to open glen. Centre 200yds up road, on right-hand side.