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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Countryside and fields

A beautiful country park outside Haworth

External view of Tinker Gallery

The Tinker Gallery opened in April 2022 with an exhibition of contemporary and original art by…

Person Climbing At The Climbing Hub

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

City Park Fountains

City Park is a six-acre park in the heart of Bradford which contains the largest man-made water…

Sunbridgewells

Sunbridgewells is an underground tunnel complex in the heart of Bradford

Visit Bradford Activity

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

Go Karting

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

Baildon Moor

A 6 mile walk around stunning countryside

Cliffe Castle Park Fountain View

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

All Saints Church Ilkley Exterior

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

Here at the bottom of Ivegate were the headquarters of Sir Thomas Fairfax.

This trail marks key locations of the Bradford Civil War Siege.

A theatre sign

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

Bradford Live Exterior.

Step into the spotlight at Bradford Live—the city’s stunning new live entertainment venue in the…

Northcliffe Park Gate

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

River Wharfe

The River Wharfe is an ideal place for a walk or stroll and is popular for fly fishing. There are…

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…

United Reform Church

Only by visiting Saltaire United Reformed Church can you fully appreciate its architectural…

Top Withens

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

Tong Park Dam Walk

An ideal family walk through the North East of the Bradford District.

Ice Skating in Bradford.

Bradford city centres' only ice rink.

Image by Marcus Rattray

Bingley Arts Centre is a fully equipped community theatre that is popular for amateur dramatics,…

Baildon Moor

Baildon Moor is a great place for walking and is popular with kite fliers and model aircraft…

Photo by A. B. on Unsplash

The ancient woodland in South Bradford has stood for a millennium and spans 40 hectares.

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…

What's On Highlights

The Cavern Beatles

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

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
Three musicians performing outdoors, seated with acoustic guitars and a trumpet, wearing black clothing with red accents.

May Contain Notes perform at Bradford Industrial Museum for an afternoon of harmony-rich acoustic…

Openings

Season

18th October 2026
East Riddlesden Hall exterior © National Trust Images Andrew Butler

A new textile exhibition at East Riddlesden Hall

Openings

Season

4th July 2026-21st October 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
Too Much Too Young

Get ready for an electrifying night of music at St. George's Hall with Too Much Too Young - The…

Openings

Season

22nd January 2027
Dirty Dancing

Dirty Dancing returns to the Bradford Alhambra as part of a UK and Irish tour, exploding with…

Openings

Season

26th January 2027-30th January 2027
A poster for the show, featuring a comic-book style drawing of comedian Stewart Lee facing a werewolf

In this brand new show at the Alhambra Theatre, Stewart Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking…

Openings

Season

2nd October 2026-3rd October 2026
Promotional poster for “Summer of Fun” featuring a brightly lit circus-style big top at night with glowing string lights and an illuminated entrance.

This summer, The Broadway is bringing all the excitement of the fairground indoors with six weeks…

Openings

Season

20th July 2026-31st August 2026
The Great Victoria Hotel External View.

Welcome in the New Year with us at The Great Victoria Hotel. Enjoy a glass of fizz on arrival, a…

Openings

Season

31st December 2026
A group of people posing

Birdvox playsThe Live Room

Openings

Season

6th September 2026
Jonathan Pie

Jonathan Pie, the UK’s angriest news reporter, returns to St. George's Hall with a brand-new live…

Openings

Season

13th November 2026
Diesel locomotives outside the engine sheds in Haworth

The Diesel Gala returns to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

Openings

Season

17th June 2027-20th June 2027
The Proclaimers poster

Bradford Live welcomes the Proclaimers

Openings

Season

17th October 2026
A picture of comedian Gary Delaney

Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and…

Openings

Season

23rd September 2026
An old black and white photograph of Ilkley Grammar School

A guided walk in the centre of Ilkley looking at the work of these local builders from 1860s to…

Openings

Season

17th September 2026
A picture advertising the event showing a portrait being painted

Join celebrated painter Julia Sterland for a one-to-one live portrait session at the Theatre…

Openings

Season

27th September 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 picture of a pair of women's deep pink shoes on a table

Liz Lochhead's play about friendship, life and love comes to Ilkley Playhouse.

Openings

Season

12th July 2027-17th July 2027
The Invisibles: A New Musical Film Poster.

Bradford-made feature film tHE iNVISIBLES returns to Darley Street Market this September, launching…

Openings

Season

17th September 2026
A black and white picture of the band Alligator Gumbo

Alligator Gumbo is an exciting 7-piece band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans…

Openings

Season

26th June 2027
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

Season

1st April 2028
A picture of Elvis tribute artist Ben Portsmouth

Ben Portsmouth brings the ultimate Elvis experience to Bradford St. George's Hall

Openings

Season

8th May 2027
A picture of a Flying V guitar piercing a heart

Get ready for a night of raw emotion, powerhouse vocals and thunderous guitars at the King's Hall,…

Openings

Season

24th September 2026
A picture of St Clements Church

St Clement's Church on Barkerend Road is a Victorian delight built in 1892 and will be opening its…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026

Season

19th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

An old building

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

Stay & Explore

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

Wheatley Arms Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Hawksbridge Cottage Exterior

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

An old mill building

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

Rose Cottage Bedroom

Pretty whitewashed cottage, fabulous views and location. Oak beams and open fires. South facing…

Large hotel building and grounds

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

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

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

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

A boutique style hotel located in the market town of Shipley, less than one mile from Saltaire,…

A kitchen

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

Double bedroom

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

Wooden lodges

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

A sign on a building

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

On a hillside by a stream with a wooded area upstream. Ponden House is off the Keighley/Colne…

A farmhouse

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

Brontë Birthplace (Exterior) by Matthew Gibbons.

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

Stay & Explore

Culture vulture or outdoors enthusiast? Our Bradford hotel has good transport links to the vibrant…

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

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