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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

A tram

Britain's oldest working cable hauled tramway opened in 1895 run entirely by volunteers.

Little Germany

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

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…

Blue circular plaque on a stone wall commemorating Ilkley Manor House, featuring white text detailing its 14th‑century origins and conversion into the

The Ilkley Blue Plaque Trail offers a relaxed, self‑guided walk through the historic centre of this…

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…

Golfing

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

Sculpture at Ferniehurst Dell, Baildon.

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

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…

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…

Keighley Playhouse

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

Eccleshill Railway Walk

A gentle walk through beautiful woodlands and fields, partially following the route of the old…

Haworth Moorland.

Haworth Moor is located just outside the picturesque village of Haworth.

Top Withens

Top Withens is a ruined farmhouse near Haworth, which is said to have been the inspiration for…

Dales Way public footpath signage.

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

Little Germany Buildings.

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

An old bus

The Keighley Bus Museum Trust hosts a magnificent collection of vintage vehicles.

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…

Visit Bradford Activity

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

The Worth Way

A challenging walking route around the beautiful Worth Valley.

A sign for the theatre

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

Flip Out Soft Play

Discover the epic attractions & features available at Flip Out Adventure Park Bradford.

View from Ilkley Moor

Ilkley Moor is the perfect place not only to appreciate the panoramic views, but to also sample one…

Hall Cliffe Community Garden

Hall Cliffe Community Garden is located in half an acre of public open space in Hall Cliffe,…

What's On Highlights

Promotional poster for These Smiths, a live tribute act to Morrissey and The Smiths. The black-and-white image shows two performers standing outside t

Experience the legendary sounds of Morrissey & The Smiths as These Smiths, the UK’s leading tribute…

Openings

Season

21st November 2026
A poster for the event

Come along to our Table Top Sale and enjoy a fantastic day of bargain hunting, decluttering, and…

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8th August 2026
Lipstick On Your Collar

Join us at the King's Hall, Ilkley, and step back in time to the golden era of music where the…

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26th September 2026
“Candlelit festive concert promotion for G4 Christmas at Bradford Cathedral.”

A heartwarming festive concert at Bradford Cathedral featuring G4’s signature harmonies and magical…

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4th December 2026
80s Live!

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK to St. George's Hall - 80s Live!

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24th September 2026
Reindeer Making

Visitors can get into the festive spirit this November by joining the Reindeer Making Workshop at…

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7th November 2026

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14th November 2026

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21st November 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

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20th October 2026
Boy leaning on a black dragon as they stand together in a forest.

DreamWorks’ How to Train Your Dragon brings humour, action and epic adventure to Bradford Live.

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23rd January 2027
A picture of musician Gilbert O'Sullivan

Gilbert O’Sullivan, one of the UK’s most enduring and respected singer-songwriters, returns to St.…

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27th September 2026
Illustrated poster promoting “Wild Wednesdays at Shipley Glen Tramway”. The poster features a woodland tram stop with a historic tramcar, wildlife inc

Join Wild Wednesdays at Shipley Glen Tramway and Brackenhall Countryside Centre for an afternoon of…

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12th August 2026

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19th August 2026
Partying Father Christmas

Tis the season to be jolly at Craiglands! Get ready to party, be merry, and spread the holiday…

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5th December 2026

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11th December 2026

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12th December 2026

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19th December 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…

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Season

14th August 2026
Bradford Latvian Club

Jamil Sheriff Trio + Nadim Teimoori come to JATP Jazz at Bradford Latvian Club.

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2nd July 2027
The Cavern Beatles

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

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1st October 2026
An adult and a young child sit together at a craft table taking part in a hands-on creative activity.

Meet Henry Isaac, Frederick and Mary Louise Butterfield, as they come back from the past and share…

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11th August 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
Three handmade autumn-themed candles in glass containers with pumpkin and leaf wax decorations, surrounded by straw, orange leaves, and seasonal ornam

Creative Autumn Candle Making with Wicks & Spritz at The Little Craft House in Saltaire offers the…

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5th September 2026
Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Following a record-breaking three-year West End residency, the smash-hit musical Everybody’s…

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6th July 2027-10th July 2027
Phoenix Ceilidh Band

Phoenix Ceilidh Band is coming to Bingley Arts Centre

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Season

9th October 2026
A book of poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell

This talk at the Bronte Parsonage Museum will explore the history of Poems by Currer, Ellis and…

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Season

13th August 2026
An old illustration of St. George's Hall

A guided talk/tour on the workers who have been essential to the running of St George's Hall…

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15th 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…

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20th November 2026
Three musicians performing outdoors, seated with acoustic guitars and a trumpet, wearing black clothing with red accents.

May Contain Notes perform at Cliffe Castle Museum for an afternoon of harmony-rich acoustic music,…

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25th October 2026
Three cyclists riding off road, accompanied by a runner

The Sue Ryder Bronte Off Road Bike Challenge is back for 2026! Join us and take on Anne, Emily,…

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20th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Stay & Explore

Ponden Mill is an historic riverside Cotton Mill, which is now open for Camping and Caravans along…

Wooden lodges

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

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

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

Stay & Explore

Beautifully furnished olde worlde two bedroomed cottage, wood burning stove, garden and parking…

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…

Exterior of Ann's Farmhouse

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

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 farmhouse

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

Bedroom with double bed and Edwardian features

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

Stay & Explore

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

Double bedroom

Weavers Guesthouse offers luxury guest accommodation in the heart of the picturesque village of…

Stay & Explore

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

Brontë Birthplace (Exterior) by Matthew Gibbons.

Stay the night in the former home of the literary sister.

Stay & Explore

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

A bedroom

Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

A hotel building

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

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

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

A bedroom

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

Wharfe View Cottage Bedroom

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

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