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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Cartwright Hall Exterior  © Phil Jackson

Built in 1904 in Baroque style as an art gallery. Permanent collection of 19th and 20th century…

Black Dyke Mills Hannah White

The Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue is a live music and community space in the heart of Queensbury.…

Visit Bradford Activity

LaserZone is the ultimate laser tag game. Using state-of-the-art equipment, you score points by…

Middleton Woods

Middleton Woods is a popular favourite throughout the year.

Dales Way public footpath signage.

The Dales Way runs for 80 miles from Ilkley in West Yorkshire to Bowness-on-Windermere in Cumbria.

External view of The Flying Duck, home of Wharfedale Brewery

Behind the Flying Duck pub is an old barn that has been restored into a micro-brewery and is home…

View from the towpath with trees and barge on the canal

The Leeds - Liverpool Canal is one of the longest canals in England and passes through Bradford…

Northcliffe Park Gate

Northcliffe Park is made up of Northcliffe Woods and Norman Rae Playing Fields. These lovely woods…

Rail Story at Ingrow.

Visit Rail Story to learn more about the railways and the people who worked on them.

A picture of someone wearing walking boots

A walk linking three important sites associated with “Wuthering Heights” around Stanbury.

A family explores the NSMM galleries featuring a large vintage camera in a glass case, with historical photos projected on a wall.

The National Science and Media Museum, in the heart of Bradford, explores the science and culture…

Ice Skating in Bradford.

Bradford city centres' only ice rink.

St. Ives Estate, Coppice Pond

Walk from the hustle and bustle of Keighley to the tranquility of St Ives and back on this route.

Baildon Moor

A 6 mile walk around stunning countryside

Pictureville at NSMM

Pictureville - Cubby Broccoli - IMAX Cinemas operated in partnership with Picturehouse national…

Riverside Parks

Riverside Gardens is a popular place for families to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

IMAX

Seeing an IMAX at the National Science and Media Museum is like no other experience, with the giant…

Exterior view of Bradford Cathedral.

The Tranquility Trail allows you take time to appreciate nature even in the midst of this vibrant…

City Hall, Bradford

Step back in time on the Bradford City Centre Heritage Trail. This self guided walk takes you on a…

View of White Wells on Ilkley Moor

White Wells Spa Baths situated high on Ilkley Moor, take to the waters or drop in for a tea or…

A large building

Bradford Arts Centre is a welcoming creative hub in the city’s historic heart, showcasing bold…

Darwin Gardens

Darwin Gardens Millennium Green is a place where people can relax, children can play and everyone…

A peregrine falcon

Discover locations to spot beautiful peregrine falcons in the Bradford district.

Denso Marston Nature Reserve April 2024

The seven acre reserve is situated between the River Aire and the Denso Marston factory in Shipley,…

What's On Highlights

Bandstand in a landscaped garden with bunting, surrounded by greenery and a traditional White Rose of Yorkshire emblem in the bottom-right corner.

Celebrate Yorkshire Day with a weekend of fun in Ilkley

Openings

Season

1st August 2026-2nd August 2026
A poster advertising the show featuring musicians in 50s gear

Rave On - The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience returns to King's Hall, Ilkley. Jam-packed with more…

Openings

Season

27th October 2027
A boy stands in a night time garden, next to a garden fork, which is standing in the ground in the outline of a dog

The internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers is coming in a brand-new…

Openings

Season

20th April 2027-24th April 2027
East Riddlesden Hall

Visit East Riddlesden Hall for free and discover some of the different chapters of our history…

Openings

Season

13th September 2026

Season

16th September 2026
A picture of two men running on a woodland path at night

Join us for the Winter Solstice Strider, a 10km or 5km head torch early evening run through the St…

Openings

Season

21st December 2026
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Join us at Bingley Arts Centre as the beloved saga you’ve followed for years comes to its cinematic…

Openings

Season

7th July 2026
Baildon Village picture with Yorkshire Rose overlay.

​​​​​Baildon is all set to celebrate Yorkshire Day in style!

Openings

Season

1st August 2026
Lights, Camera, Brontë at East Riddlesden Hal

Lights, Camera, Brontë reveals East Riddlesden Hall’s century‑long role in bringing Wuthering…

Openings

Season

14th February 2026-12th July 2026
A poster advertising the show

After taking the West End by storm, Burlesque A BIG New Musical is coming to the Alhambra Theatre,…

Openings

Season

22nd September 2026-26th September 2026
A photo capturing Bradford’s cycling heritage, showing cyclists with their bikes in front of Darley Street Market.

As part of Heritage Open Days, visitors are invited to Darley Street Market to discover Bradford’s…

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
Disco ball with red splatters reflecting light across a blue-gray background.

A Haunting Evening with Isabelle Mumford Mysteries offers an eerie night of interactive sleuthing,…

Openings

Season

31st October 2026
Trainspotting The Musical Poster!

CHOOSE LIFE. Trainspotting: The Musical brings its raw, electric, nineties‑charged energy to…

Openings

Season

8th February 2027-13th February 2027
KWVR Beer and Music Festival

Arguably one of the the North’s best Beer & Music Festivals and one of the KWVR’s biggest events.

Openings

Season

15th October 2026-18th October 2026
Heritage Open Days

Every September, thousands of volunteers organise events across England to celebrate its rich…

Openings

Season

11th September 2026-20th September 2026
Main promotional photo for the William Morris Inspired Fabric Block Printing (Tea Towel) Workshop.

Design, carve and print your own William Morris pattern repeat and create a lovely tea towel at The…

Openings

Season

18th July 2026
Paul Smith standing on stage with a microphone in hand.

Paul Smith brings his brand‑new tour HAPPY to Bradford Live, delivering his biggest, boldest and…

Openings

Season

18th March 2027
Martha Spencer Trio poster

The Live Room welcomes the Martha Spencer Trio

Openings

Season

6th August 2026
A poster advertising the event, featuring four people dressed in Steampunk attire

Haworth Steampunk Weekend 10-11 October 2026 is the biggest steampunk charity event in the UK

Openings

Season

10th October 2026-11th October 2026
A poster advertising the show

Step into a world of magic, comedy, and marvellous mayhem as Beauty and the Beast bursts onto the…

Openings

Season

13th November 2026-21st November 2026
Saltaire Festival View at Roberts Park.

The Saltaire Festival is held annually, a celebration of the arts, community and the village's…

Openings

Season

11th September 2026-20th September 2026
An illustration of a young woman and a scarecrow

In this beautiful story at Bingley Arts Centre Farmer Geenie guides scarecrow step by step as he…

Openings

Season

10th October 2026
Saltaire Living Advent Calendar by Philip Lickley

Windows are lit up throughout December, creating a festive trail throughout Saltaire village.

Openings

Season

1st December 2026-1st January 2027
A picture of musician Bruce Watson

Join us at King's Hall, Ilkley as Big Country founder and guitarist, Bruce Watson hits the road to…

Openings

Season

27th April 2027
A poster for the show featuring Phil Hoyles performing as Tommy Cooper.

Tommy Cooper, one of the greatest ever comedians, is back - expertly performed by Phil Hoyles, and…

Openings

Season

22nd January 2027

Accommodation Highlights

Stay & Explore

Exquisite 4* Gold self-catering cottages close to Thornton. Panoramic views. Excellent location for…

A wedding venue

Elegant hotel in its own mature grounds, overlooking the town and surrounding moorland.

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

A newly built Premier Inn hotel with 118 bedrooms and a Thyme branded on site restaurant open for…

Stay & Explore

A beautiful 200 year old detached stone built Holiday barn set within a 5 acre smallholding located…

A kitchen

A mid-terrace Victorian cottage in Haworth and close The Dales. Perfect for families and couples…

A cabin

Clarion Lodge Campsite is a small family run campsite on Otley Chevin with spectacular views over…

Exterior of Ann's Farmhouse

Family run establishment on a working farm in a quiet rural setting with safe parking for cars.

Bedroom | Leonardo Hotel

198 air conditioned rooms with free Wifi and hardwired internet access in each room. All rooms have…

A sign on a building

Discover comfort and convenience at the Cambridge Hotel Bradford Central, nestled in the heart of…

Exterior of One Tivoli Place

One Tivoli Place is a Victorian Terrace property in a quiet location, within easy walking distance…

Bracken Hall House Exterior

New luxury B&B overlooking Shipley Glen within walking distance of Saltaire. Perfect location for a…

Old Registry Exterior

A beautiful ten-bedroomed bed and breakfast. All rooms ensuite and all double rooms have four…

A farmhouse

Pickersgill Manor Farm is a family run, working sheep farm situated on Silsden Moor neatly placed…

An old building

Victorian mill owner's mansion overlooking the famous Bronte village. Good home cooking and a warm…

Stay & Explore

Budget accommodation for the business or leisure traveller. We guarantee good quality rooms,…

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

The Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre is located within the Leisure Exchange - a restaurant…

Stay & Explore

Innkeeper's Lodge stands on the top of Ilkley Moor in a superb location, with unrivalled views over…

A sign post in the countryside

Leeming Wells offers fabulous accommodation in an amazing setting in Oxenhope, near Haworth, it…

Stay & Explore

Upwood Holiday Park is licensed for touring caravans, tents, motor caravans, static holiday…

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

Offering Free High speed Wi-Fi Internet Access and Free Car Parking facilities, The Best Western…

Worth Valley Cottage

Beautifully renovated Victorian cottage in Haworth. Fabulous location only a 5 minute walk from the…

Large hotel building and grounds

Escape to the country at our sophisticated hotel. An unforgettable country getaway awaits you at…

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

Set in the heart of Bronte Country this beamed cottage commands stunning views. Roll top bath,…

Oakwood Hall Hotel

Spectacular listed building in beautiful gardens large free car park. Hotel renowned for weddings…

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