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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Map titled "Bradford: A City of Film," highlighting filming locations and current screening venues.

Explore the Bradford Film Trail and discover how local venues—from grand theatres to hidden…

IMAX

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

Totem and Play Trail in Peel Park.

Start your adventure here… The Totem and Play Trail is set in beautiful Peel Park, and features…

All Saints Church Ilkley Exterior

The location of All Saints’ Parish Church Ilkley, originally, the site of the Roman fort of…

A stream

A beautiful walking route taking in many beautiful spots across the Bradford district.

Person Climbing At The Climbing Hub

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

A sports court

Play padel in Bradford!

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…

People looking at stained glass windows

A primarily 17th century mansion house, containing period furnished rooms as well as temporary…

Middleton Woods

Middleton Woods is a popular favourite throughout the year.

Golfing

Baildon Golf Club offers an excellent moorland golf course with magnificent views and superb…

Keighley Playhouse

We stage seven plays per season. Season tickets can be bought (7 for the price of 6) so you can be…

Little Germany

Little Germany is one of Bradford’s most remarkable historic areas, home to one of the largest…

Haworth Parish Church

Haworth Parish Church, or the Church of St Michael and All Angels, is an Anglican church in…

A woman holding a lamp

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

Window of Mrs Duttons

In Ilkley, Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops is a place to make and meet, with an exciting menu of…

Fields & Farms North of Eldwick

An gentle walk through the beautiful countryside around Eldwick.

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…

Visit Bradford Activity

Monster Adventure is a new and exciting company run by people who are passionate about outdoor…

Performers At The Live Room

The Live Room is located in Caroline Social Club, Caroline Street in the World Heritage village of…

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…

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…

Bronte Waterfalls

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

Little Germany Buildings.

GreenLine Mile, developed in collaboration with British Athletics and the Bradford Athletics, are…

What's On Highlights

Count Arthur Strong

The second part of Count Arthur Strong’s Farewell Tour of the World (Including the north east) is…

Openings

Season

21st April 2027
Great white shark approaching a swimmer beneath the ocean surface.

See Steven Spielberg's iconic thriller Jaws on the giant screen at the National Science and Media…

Openings

Season

26th September 2026
Promotional image for Dinosaur World Live featuring large, realistic dinosaur puppets in a lush jungle setting.

Award-winning interactive adventure for all the family – featuring the biggest and best dinosaur…

Openings

Season

5th August 2027-6th August 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 picture of astronaut Tim Peake in front of a photograph of an astronaut on a spacewalk

With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth's orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim Peake to…

Openings

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26th September 2026
A picture of a library van on country roads

Get ready for tales from a mobile library in East Yorkshire in this hilarious and heartwarming…

Openings

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1st October 2026
The Brontë Birthplace

Join us at The Bronte Birthplace for a free walking tour of historic Thornton, led by local…

Openings

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19th September 2026
Delicate lace butterfly in progress, stitched with colourful threads against a blue background.

Learn the basics of bobbin lacemaking with tutor Sylvia Emecheta in this beginner-friendly workshop…

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7th November 2026
A picture of the characters George and Lennie

Join us at Bingley Little Theatre for John Steinbeck's Great Depression-era classic play.

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4th November 2026
Metallic gold and silver textile artwork with geometric stitched patterns and a central triangular motif.

Join textile artist Sarah for a glitter‑filled workshop inspired by Gustav Klimt, creating…

Openings

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12th December 2026
A poster advertising the musical

You can’t stop OUR beat - Hairspray is back on tour and coming to the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford -…

Openings

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20th September 2027-25th September 2027
A picture of musician Nik Kershaw

Join Nik Kershaw at King's Hall in Ilkley for an intimate evening of songs and stories to coincide…

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13th May 2027
A magical beanstalk growing in a field

Join us at Ilkley's King's Hall for the Upstagers pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk

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22nd January 2027-30th January 2027
Samuel Moore, Flamenco Guitarist, Poster!

Napoleons Casino Bradford hosts a Live Flamenco Night featuring Samuel Moore, with a two‑course…

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1st October 2026
A black and white headshot of musician Simon Fowler

Simon Fowler, frontman for Ocean Colour Scene, is coming to King's Hall, Ilkley. Expect new songs…

Openings

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1st April 2028
Pheonix Open Day poster

A special open day at the Keighley Bus Museum Trust

Openings

Season

23rd August 2026
A poster advertising the film

Join us at Bingley Arts Centre for a family-friendly story about chasing dreams, overcoming odds,…

Openings

Season

22nd August 2026
The Cavern Beatles

The Cavern Beatles are one of the country’s longest established tribute shows. This new tour,…

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
Sweet Caroline

Direct from London's Adelphi Theatre, it's time for that night out you have been dreaming of... as…

Openings

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17th December 2026
Close‑up of textured tree bark, with soft woodland in the background.

Visitors are invited to join a guided session at Denso Marston Nature Reserve exploring some of the…

Openings

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3rd December 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring a picture of journalist and author Damien Lewis

Step into the hidden world of the SAS with Damien Lewis - award-winning war reporter and…

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19th May 2027
Bradford Latvian Club

Leeds favourites Big Bamboo are putting a set of Antonio Carlos Jobim's rarer tunes and hits at…

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5th February 2027
Black-and-white photo of a live music performance on stage beneath a “Mehfil” sign.

Experience the magic of Punjabi music live as Mehfil returns with an intimate evening of powerful…

Openings

Season

25th August 2026
A poster advertising the show

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

Openings

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27th April 2027-1st May 2027

Accommodation Highlights

A bedroom

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

The Black Hat Exterior

Centrally located, our 7 boutique style rooms have recently been converted as an addition to the…

Wooden lodges

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

A wedding venue

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

Exterior of One Tivoli Place

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

A bedroom

A luxury first floor apartment on the edge of a national nature reserve

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

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

Highfield Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Bedroom | Leonardo Hotel

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

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

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

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

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

A double bed

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

A kitchen

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

A farmhouse

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

A lovely site with magnificent views, clean flat field, 25 minutes walk from village. Dogs welcome.

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

Old White Lion

The 300 year old coaching inn is a family run inn where food and drink are taken seriously. The…

A hotel building

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

A bedroom

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

Stay & Explore

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

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