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A Self-Guided Journey Through Ceramic Heritage
Discover Bradford’s stunning tilework and architectural ceramics with this free self-directed trail, created by the Tiles and Architectural Ceramics Society (TACS). Featuring a City Centre Walking Map, Salts Mill in Saltaire, and other key sites, it’s a perfect way to explore the city’s artistic legacy.
Highlights Include:
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Midland Hotel – Victorian Burmantofts tiles
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Wool Exchange – Maw & Co tilework
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Prudential Building – Terracotta by Alfred Waterhouse
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City Hall – Hand-painted fireplace tiles (appointment needed)
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Alhambra Theatre, NatWest Bank, Science & Media Museum
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St Clement’s, St Chad’s, All Saints Churches
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Estonian & Latvian Clubs
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Salts Mill, Saltaire – David Hockney galleries, Peace Museum & more
Get Your Free Booklet Available at Bradford 2025 Ticket Office and Salts Mill.
Access Info Most sites are outdoors or publicly accessible. City Hall and Dixons Academy require appointments; churches and clubs can be contacted directly.
Produced by TACS with support from Salts Mill and the Carolyn Wraight legacy, following similar trails in Coventry, Hull, and Liverpool.
More info: tilesoc.org.uk | saltsmill.org.uk
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Routes
- Description of route - The Bradford Tile Trail typically takes around 2 hours to complete at a leisurely pace.
- Easy Route
- Length of route (miles) - Approximately 2.7 miles (4.3 km).
- Moderate Route
- Urban Route
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Bradford is accessible via the M62, M606, and A650, with parking at The Broadway Bradford and nearby council-run car parks. To reach Salts Mill, follow the A6038 and brown signs to Salts Mill Road (use satnav postcode BD17 7EF) for free on-site parking. Bradford’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) exempts private cars; charges apply to non-compliant commercial vehicles.
Public Transport Directions
Frequent trains and buses serve Bradford Interchange and Forster Square. For Salts Mill, take a 10-minute train to Saltaire Station or use bus routes 662, 622, or 623 from Bradford.
