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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

The Craft House Exterior

We have a full range of expert-led workshop activities for our first floor workshop space (all…

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…

A sign for the theatre

The Studio is a small theatre adjacent to the Alhambra Theatre main house. 

A golf course

Popular golf club located in Ilkley, with a bar and restaurant in the clubhouse.

A man standing against a target

Imagine darts but with axes. Sounds a bit crazy but it’s an experience you won’t forget!

A peregrine falcon

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

Odsal Stadium

Odsal Stadium in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, is the home of Bradford Bulls Rugby League team.

Go Karting

Come and have a go at West Yorkshire’s exciting new attraction! We’re an indoor electric racing…

Peel Park

Peel Park offers tennis, bowling, a skate park, a flower garden, and a lake, making it a perfect…

Person Climbing At The Climbing Hub

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

Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is a heritage railway that was reopened in 1968 and runs from…

A woman holding a lamp

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

Cliffe Castle Park Fountain View

Visit Cliffe Castle Park for a great family day out. Not only can you visit Cliffe Castle Museum,…

Salts Mill Exterior

Four comprehensive art galleries featuring over 400 works by David Hockney. Grade II Listed…

Bradford Faith Trail at Bradford Cathedral

The Bradford Faith Trail offers guided tours of five religious sites on the first Saturday of each…

Bright interior with wooden tables, and a stone fireplace, lit by natural light from large windows overlooking Main Street.

Discover The Classroom by Cobbles & Clay, where inspiring local artists lead relaxed, hands‑on…

People sat in an audience

The King's Hall and Winter Gardens is a central venue in the town of Ilkley which comprises of a…

Ilkley Lido

In addition to the indoor pool, this site has an outdoor pool or a Lido - perfect for a summer day…

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…

Sculpture at Ferniehurst Dell, Baildon.

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

Black Dyke Mills Hannah White

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

Dales Way public footpath signage.

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

Visit Bradford Activity

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

St. Ives Estate, Coppice Pond

A walk through the beautiful St Ives Estate

What's On Highlights

Dragged To The Musicals

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Divina De Campo stars in Dragged To The Musicals at St. George's Hall

Openings

Season

3rd April 2027
Card Fettlers | Ian Beesley

An exhibition of work by renowned Bradford-born social documentary photographer Ian Beesley at…

Openings

Season

27th April 2024-2nd November 2026
A picture of comedian Mark Simmons wearing a dinner jacket and jesters trousers and shoes

Mark is back on tour in 2026 at the Studio Theatre with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed…

Openings

Season

26th September 2026
Wine & Chacuterie Night Poster!

Wine & Charcuterie Night offers four paired wines with four food courses for a relaxed tasting…

Openings

Season

17th September 2026
Myrtle Park, Bingley Bandstand – 2026 Programme (PDF)

Enjoy great live music at the bandstand in the beautiful surroundings of Myrtle Park, Bingley!

Openings

Weekends 14:00–16:00 Unless Noted

23rd May 2026-30th August 2026

Season

8th August 2026-9th August 2026

Season

19th 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
Promotional poster for Hawkwind.

Fans can expect a powerful sweep of classic and cosmic Hawkwind music at Bradford Live.

Openings

Season

7th August 2026
A picture of two children in a wood, in front of a house

Join us at St. George's Hall as pupils from schools across Bradford join forces to perform a…

Openings

Season

14th July 2026
“Promotional poster for Wrose Live! at The Bold Privateer on Saturday 25 July, featuring bright orange and yellow background, microphone graphics, and

Wrose Live! returns on Saturday 25 July at The Bold Privateer, bringing an afternoon of live music,…

Openings

Season

25th July 2026
A poster advertising the show

A spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s multi award-winning musical CATS is coming to…

Openings

Season

27th April 2027-1st May 2027
A child playing a drum

Family fun at the National Science and Media Museum.

Openings

Saturdays Only

6th June 2026-18th July 2026
Hand‑printed tote bag featuring a repeating block‑print design created during the workshop.

Come and join a half‑day workshop that gives you the tools and techniques to create beautiful…

Openings

Season

30th August 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
A poster for the show, featuring Gordon Hendricks as Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley tribute artist Gordon Hendricks brings his tour "The King's Voice" to Ilkley's King's…

Openings

Season

20th November 2026
The Comedy Store logo

Live Nation & The Comedy Store presents….The Comedy Store Ilkley! We bring you 'The Best In Stand…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
An aerial performer, from Unity by Gorilla Circus

Over 100 artists from across the globe will perform at Bradford Festival this July, in a free…

Openings

Season

18th July 2026-19th July 2026
Disney Princess – The Concert poster featuring illustrated princesses and event details for Bradford Live.

Disney Princess – The Concert brings the magic of Disney’s iconic princess songs to life on stage…

Openings

Season

3rd April 2027
Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

After its triumph in the West End, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) - a unique and audacious…

Openings

Season

22nd February 2027-27th February 2027
A man in sportswear

Kevin Sinfield arrives at the Bingley Little Theatre.

Openings

Season

23rd September 2026
A picture showing a person performing as Michael Jackson

Join us for a Thriller of an evening at St. George's Hall. This is the Man in the Mirror - the…

Openings

Season

27th October 2026
Image © Chatterbox - Bill Bailey standing in an art studio with a group of artists behind him, surrounded by colourful artworks and bright natural lig

Following its success in 2025, Extraordinary Portraits with Bill Bailey returns to The Loading Bay…

Openings

Season

1st May 2026-26th July 2026
A picture of musician Steve Craddock, playing an acoustic guitar

Ocean Colour Scene guitarist Steve Cradock is responsible for some of the most distinctive riffs of…

Openings

Season

5th March 2027
Gallery view of the Global Perspectives and Islamic Calligraphy exhibition.

At Cartwright Hall, this exhibition pairs contemporary artist film from the Art Jameel collection…

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-31st December 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

Accommodation Highlights

Hollies Cottage Lounge

Hollies Cottage is a ground floor detatched cottage, set in beautiful countryside with private…

Stay & Explore

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

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

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

A double bed

The 2* AA rated Dalesgate Hotel is located in the village of Utley 2 miles north of Keighley, the…

Stay & Explore

Our Bradford North (Bingley) Premier Inn has everything you would expect, incredibly comfy beds and…

A shop front

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

Wheatley Arms Exterior

Standing in the leafy village of Ben Rhydding, the Wheatley Arms offers fantastic contemporary…

Wooden lodges

Set on breathtaking and beautiful moorland, steeped in history dating back to the Iron Age.…

A farmhouse

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

A hotel building

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

Travelodge Bradford Central

At our Bradford Central hotel you've got all the entertainment and culture the city has to offer…

Stay & Explore

Large farm house set in green belt with all ensuite rooms. Great views down the Aire Valley. Ideal…

A sign on a building

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

A bedroom

The Midland Hotel is a beautiful 3* City Centre Hotel, The Hotel was built between 1885 and 1890 by…

Highfield Hotel Exterior

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

Wharfe View Cottage Bedroom

Wharfe View Cottage Ilkley is a holiday cottage sleeping six in three bedrooms.

Worth Valley Cottage

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

Hawksbridge Cottage Exterior

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

Delph Barn Dining Room

A spacious multi level barn conversion with quirky features and exposed beams.

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

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

Doorway

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

Daisy Cottage Exterior

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

An old mill building

Ideally placed in the heart of heritage rich Bronte Country, nestled deep within a tranquil and…

Stay & Explore

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

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