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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Entrance to the Ilkley Toy Museum

The museum contains one of the finest private collections of toys in the Country.

A woman holding a lamp

Take a costumed, guided tour of UNESCO World Heritage Village Saltaire

The Wool Exchange, Pizza Pieces Ltd.

Discover Bradford’s stunning tilework and architectural ceramics with this free self-directed…

Person Climbing At The Climbing Hub

A climbing facility that is for everyone. Whether you are new to climbing or a seasoned pro.

Esholt Village

A gentle 4 mile walk around Esholt

Little Germany

Bradford has a long and intriguing history dating from Saxon times. The city developed from a small…

Roadside view of Ilkley Cinema

Europes Smallest Ultra 4k Digital Single Screen Independent Cinema based in Ilkley,

The sculpture is carved from sandstone blocks, it takes the form of a geometric seated figure in the process of rising to stand.

A self guided walk around some of Bradford’s sculptures. This trail takes you on a fascinating…

Lister park down by the boating pavilion.

Lister Park was crowned Britain's Best Park in 2006 and is also home to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery…

A man and two women at a bowling alley

Bowling has never been more fun than at Hollywood Bowl ten pin bowling centres. Whether you are…

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…

Crazy Targets Archery

Crazy Targets is the perfect adventure all year round regardless of whether your with family,…

A theatre sign

Local theatre with a wide range of amateur productions with regular Jazz nights.

An image of Harold Park by Bradford District Parks.

Discover the beauty of nature at Harold Park in Low Moor! With spacious grounds, scenic walks, and…

Landscape logo for the Bingley Heritage Trail showing a navy song thrush perched on a branch with the tagline “The Throstle Nest of Old England” on a

The Bingley Heritage Trail offers an exciting way to explore the town’s history, linking together…

A sports court

Play padel in Bradford!

A nighttime scene in a park shows vibrant, colourful light trails. Lantern parade led by Cecil Green Arts Lantern Parade © Andrew Holland

Step into history at Roberts Park! This beautiful space is perfect for picnics, playtime, and…

Ice Skating in Bradford.

Bradford city centres' only ice rink.

A Cathedral

City Centre's hidden jewel set in attractive gardens. Visitors experience a warm welcome,…

Sculpture at Ferniehurst Dell, Baildon.

The Ferniehurst Dell is a historic beauty spot, and woodland recreation area in the centre of…

A reception room

Leave the stresses of the outside world behind.

Baildon Moor

A 6 mile walk around stunning countryside

Bronte Waterfalls

Discover the inspiration for Wuthering Heights by taking a walk to Top Withens, where you will find…

Walking Photography

Inspirational Walks at a Photographer’s pace.

What's On Highlights

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
Close-up of an open notebook and brown feather quill resting on a moss-covered log with fallen autumn leaves.

Celebrate National Poetry Day at Denso Marston Nature Reserve in Baildon and enjoy listening to,…

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
Gallery view of the (Un)Layering the Future Past of South Asia: Young Artists’ Voices exhibition.

At Cartwright Hall, artworks by twelve South Asian artists highlight shared environmental, social…

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-31st December 2026
ELO Again

ELO Again are back with their stunning Re-Discovery Tour and they're coming to King's Hall.

Openings

Season

14th January 2027
Bradford Latvian Club

The Emily Brown Quintet come to JATP Jazz at the Bradford Latvian Club.

Openings

Season

4th December 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring Dave Rawson and two sleeping audience members

Join professional Comedy Hypnotist and Magician Dave Rawson for a night of unforgettable…

Openings

Season

20th March 2027
Disney's Muppet Christmas Carol In Concert - Film Poster.

Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film, featuring a screening of the film…

Openings

Season

1st December 2026
A pirate in front of a postcard of a desert island

The West Yorkshire Savoyards prepare to set sail with The Pirates of Penzance at Bingley Arts Centre

Openings

Season

5th September 2026
A couple of old bikes leaning against a wall

Tajinder Singh Hayer's play at Ilkley Palyhouse imagines the world after a pandemic, where three…

Openings

Season

24th September 2026-26th September 2026
A group of men and one woman in a lift

Join us at Bingley Arts Centre for this film inspired by the powerful true story of a young Ruth…

Openings

Season

6th October 2026
Polymer clay jewellery workshop poster featuring handmade earrings, necklaces and rings.

Join @makewithgilly in Haworth to design polymer clay jewellery pieces, exploring creative…

Openings

Season

13th September 2026
Promotional graphic for a Live Lunch event at Darley Street Kitchen featuring a musician playing an acoustic guitar on stage under spotlights.

Lola Simms makes her Darley Street Kitchen debut as part of the Live Lunch summer series, bringing…

Openings

Season

14th August 2026
Mosaic Bird Bath

Join mosaic artist Abigail Barker in the Heritage Craft Room at Bradford Industrial Museum for a…

Openings

Season

5th September 2026
A magnifying glass on a newspaper

Join Editor Sharon Wright at the Bronte Parsonage Museum to mark the 100th edition of the Brontë…

Openings

Season

13th November 2026
A pile of leaves with a picture of a face on one of them

photoILKLEY is a grassroots photography festival. As part of the festival, Ilkley Manor House will…

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026-9th August 2026
A man and a woman standing close to one another in the woods

Join us at Bingley Arts Centre for the film adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's best-selling book

Openings

Season

20th October 2026
A child wearing glasses hangs a small item of clothing on a washing line using a wooden peg during an outdoor family activity.

Bring an old T-shirt to Bradford Industrial Museum and transform it into a unique fashion statement…

Openings

Season

11th August 2026
A poster for the show featuring Dr. Alice Roberts

Professor Alice Roberts brings her show From Cell to Civilsation to St. George's Hall.

Openings

Season

14th November 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring people in lab coats against an explosive background

Due to popular demand and following its 2025 Olivier Award for Best Family Show, Science's greatest…

Openings

Season

31st October 2026
A picture of a Freddie Mercury tribute artist performing on a stage

Be part of a night like no other at the Bradford Alhambra as we bring you the concert you’ve been…

Openings

Season

30th September 2026
Jon Palmer Acoustic Band

Jon Palmer Acoustic Band are back for a triumphant sixth successive annual gig at Ilkley Playhouse

Openings

Season

5th February 2027
A steam engine coming towards us in full steam

Following the hugely successful 2025 production at Oxenhope Station, Mike Kenny’s Olivier…

Openings

Season

8th December 2026-12th December 2026
Alison Moyet Poster!

Alison Moyet performs songs at Bradford Live from the Yazoo catalogue and tracks from her solo…

Openings

Season

13th November 2026
Portrait of Michael Ball smiling during Glow UK Tour 2026 promotion.

Michael Ball brings his Glow UK Tour 2026 to Bradford Live, Main Auditorium.

Openings

Season

3rd September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Doorway

Yate Cottage is a Grade 2 listed 4 * Gold holiday cottage, in Oxenhope situated next to a small…

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

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

Bracken Hall House Exterior

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

A bedroom

Set in the beautiful village of Haworth this chic city style apartment is a perfect retreat from…

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

Overlookers Cottage is a Grade II listed building situated in a quiet location in the World…

Stay & Explore

Located on the outskirts of the famous village of Haworth in the heart of Bronte Country, this…

Hawksbridge Cottage Exterior

1830s semi detached cottage with breath taking views of surrounding countryside, near to moors,…

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

Royds Hall Cottage is the perfect location for anyone who loves the countryside, ideal for getting…

Bedroom with double bed and Edwardian features

Six boutique Edwardian hotel suites with roll-top baths and views of Ilkley Moor.

Apothecary Guest House And Tea Rooms

Located at the top of the Main Street opposite the famous Bronte Church and 1 minute from the…

Stay & Explore

A peaceful site on the edge of Ilkley moor, ideal for couples or families.

Stay & Explore

A luxurious, rural retreat with spectacular views over Saltaire and the Aire Valley. Self-contained…

Daisy Cottage Exterior

The Cottage is a recent barn conversion situated in the tiny hamlet of Buckley Green. In an…

A farmhouse

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

Stay & Explore

Beautiful restored pub serving local produce and drinks with 3 stunning en-suite rooms available…

A bedroom

Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

A hotel building

Cedar Court is an ideally located hotel with good facilities from leisure club to…

A shop front

A former coaching inn situated in the heart of Bronte Country providing 7 high-quality en suite…

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

Built in 1867 and originally a grand railway hotel, the hotel is a landmark Victorian building,…

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

A Gothic mansion set in its own grounds on the banks of the River Aire. Ideal for visiting the…

Faweather Grange

Luxury log houses specialising in romantic breaks for 2. Private outdoor hot tubs, jacuzzis,…

A sign post in the countryside

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

Highfield Hotel Exterior

This welcoming family run and owned hotel is the ideal base for social, leisure and business…

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