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About
Darley Street Market is a state-of-the-art venue catering to all your shopping, socialising and cultural needs. Set over three floors and an outdoor courtyard, there is something for everyone seven days a week.
The Lifestyle Hall, on the ground level, includes a range of shops, stalls, services and much more, fulfilling all your shopping needs, as well as two cafés.
The second floor - the Fresh Food Hall – includes butchers, fresh fish, cakes, groceries, kitchen ingredients, and much more, as well as two pop-up spaces for fresh activities and offers.
Darley Street Kitchen, found on the top floor, brings you an exciting mix of eat-in and take-away foods from across the world, as well as a bar, an outdoor terrace giving you amazing views over the city, and a stage with an exciting programme of live music. There are also screens to show films or the latest live sport.
The outdoor courtyard boasts a big screen showing videos as well as live sport throughout the year, alongside outdoor seating and even a florist. It’s also home for special events throughout the year, from markets to cultural events, family activities to cooking demonstrations.
Make Darley Street Market your next destination, as a wide selection of independent traders provide plenty of opportunities to browse and select the best of what the district offers. The food and drink offering varies and changes to reflect the seasons keeping things fresh and exciting.
Book Tickets
Events
Wednesday, 4th March 2026 - Wednesday, 23rd December 2026
Darley Street Market Quiz NightHead down to Darley Street Market’s vibrant Street Kitchen on the first Wednesday of every month for Quiz Night.- more info
Monday, 3rd August 2026 - Saturday, 8th August 2026
Bradford African Festival of ArtsCelebrate the richness, creativity and diversity of African culture at the Bradford African Festival of Arts (BAFA), a six-day programme of exhibitions, film, theatre, fashion, music and community experiences taking place across Bradford.- more info
Wednesday, 5th August 2026 - Wednesday, 5th August 2026
Play with Bradford MuseumsPlay with Bradford Museums invites families to explore Bradford’s museums through a giant interactive map, meet museum mascots and enjoy creative activities at Darley Street Market.- more info
Wednesday, 5th August 2026 - Wednesday, 5th August 2026
Wednesday, 12th August 2026 - Wednesday, 12th August 2026
Wednesday, 19th August 2026 - Wednesday, 19th August 2026
Wednesday, 26th August 2026 - Wednesday, 26th August 2026
Bradford Family Film FestivalThe Courtyard at Darley Street Market transforms into an open-air cinema every Wednesday in August, with free family-friendly film screenings hosted by Bradford City of Film.- more info
Friday, 7th August 2026 - Friday, 7th August 2026
Live Music: Chloe BloodKick off your afternoon with live music from Chloe Blood at Darley Street Kitchen. Enjoy a mix of original songs and well-loved covers while sampling the international flavours on offer from the street food vendors.- more info
Friday, 7th August 2026 - Friday, 7th August 2026
Live Music: Dead FreedomEnjoy an afternoon of blues-infused guitar and Americana-inspired sounds from Dead Freedom at Darley Street Kitchen, Bradford’s vibrant food hall, where great live music meets flavours from around the world.- more info
Saturday, 8th August 2026 - Saturday, 8th August 2026
Courtyard Clash - Live Pro WrestlingCourtyard Clash Kingdom Wrestling return to Darley St Market for a live smackdown!- more info
Saturday, 8th August 2026 - Saturday, 8th August 2026
Live Music: Charlie HansenCharlie Hansen returns to Darley Street Kitchen with a crowd-pleasing acoustic set, putting a lively spin on indie favourites and singalong classics alongside great food and drink in the heart of Bradford city centre.- more info
Friday, 14th August 2026 - Friday, 14th August 2026
Live Music: Lola SimmsLola Simms makes her Darley Street Kitchen debut as part of the Live Lunch summer series, bringing heartfelt songwriting and intricate guitar work to an afternoon of live music and great food.- more info
Friday, 14th August 2026 - Sunday, 16th August 2026
Live at the Courtyard‘Live at the Courtyard’ brings a weekend of live music to Darley Street Market with headline sets from Pulled Apart By Horses, Lucy Spraggan and The Hoosiers, plus outdoor food, drink and supporting acts.- more info
Saturday, 15th August 2026 - Saturday, 15th August 2026
Live Music: Kirran ShahKirran Shah kicks off our ‘Bantams in the Courtyard’ season of Bradford City AFC pre-match entertainment with an eclectic mix of funk, soul, disco, nu-disco, 80s classics, rock, metal, ambient and trip-hop.- more info
Friday, 21st August 2026 - Friday, 21st August 2026
Live Music: The HomburgJack from local favourites The Homburgs brings his trademark energy to Darley Street Kitchen with a solo set featuring well-known covers reimagined in classic Homburg style.- more info
Saturday, 22nd August 2026 - Saturday, 22nd August 2026
Live Music: Abi & Marc (From Issimo)Abi & Marc from Issimo bring their internationally inspired acoustic sound to Darley Street Kitchen, combining rich harmonies, compelling songwriting and world-travelled musical influences.- more info
Friday, 28th August 2026 - Friday, 28th August 2026
Live Music: Molly RymerMolly Rymer closes the Live Lunch summer series at Darley Street Kitchen with powerful vocals and an eclectic setlist spanning everything from punk classics to contemporary chart hits.- more info
Saturday, 29th August 2026 - Saturday, 29th August 2026
Rotary International Book SaleRotary International Book Sale at Darley Street Market offers a wide range of books to browse and buy, with proceeds supporting Bradford Community Soup and local charities.- more info
Saturday, 29th August 2026 - Saturday, 29th August 2026
Saturday, 12th September 2026 - Saturday, 12th September 2026
Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026
C&E Craft Boutique MarketDiscover local creativity at Darley Street Market Courtyard. Browse stalls filled with artisan products, handcrafted gifts and unique finds from independent makers.- more info
Thursday, 17th September 2026 - Thursday, 17th September 2026
Film Screening: tHE iNVISIBLESBradford-made feature film tHE iNVISIBLES returns to Darley Street Market this September, launching a new programme of monthly film screenings celebrating Bradford’s vibrant independent film scene.- more info
Sunday, 20th September 2026 - Sunday, 20th September 2026
HODs: Celebrating Bradford's Cycling HeritageAs part of Heritage Open Days, visitors are invited to Darley Street Market to discover Bradford’s cycling heritage — from traditional bicycle frame‑making to notable cycling figures from across the District.- more info
Thursday, 26th November 2026 - Thursday, 26th November 2026
Comedy in the KitchenComedy in the Kitchen returns to Darley Street Market this November following a hugely successful debut event, bringing another evening of live comedy to the city centre.- more info
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the M62: Exit at J26, take the M606 to Bradford, and follow signs for the city centre.
From Leeds or Halifax: Use the A647 or A641 into central Bradford.
The market is on Darley Street, just off Kirkgate.
Parking: Nearby options include The Broadway and several council-run car parks. Many accept payment via the RingGo app—check the Bradford Council website for details.
Clean Air Zone: Bradford city centre is part of a Class C+ Clean Air Zone. Charges apply to some commercial vehicles, but not private cars or motorbikes. To check your vehicle or find out more, search online for "Bradford CAZ vehicle checker".
Public Transport Directions
By Train: Both Bradford Interchange and Forster Square stations are within a 10-minute walk of the market. Regular services run from Leeds, Halifax, Skipton, and other nearby towns.
By Bus: Most local and regional buses stop at Bradford Interchange, just a short walk away. Several routes also serve the surrounding city centre.
Taxis & Accessibility: Taxis are available at both train stations, and the market is fully accessible with step-free entry and lifts to all floors.
