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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

People looking into a pond outside a large manor house

Built in 1904 in Baroque style as an art gallery. Permanent collection of 19th and 20th century…

External view of Tinker Gallery

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

Esholt Village

A 5 mile circular walk through Baildon and Esholt

River Aire and Roberts Park at Saltaire

The Dales High Way: an exhilarating 90 miles across the glorious high country of the Yorkshire…

People looking at stained glass windows

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

Riverside Parks

Riverside Gardens is a popular place for families to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Fields & Farms North of Eldwick

An gentle walk through the beautiful countryside around Eldwick.

Wuthering Arts

Gallery and gift shop on the historic cobbled Main Street of Haworth.

Interior of Victorian police station.

Victorian cells, court and gallery telling the history policing, crime and punishment in Bradford…

A picture of someone wearing walking boots

A walk linking three important sites associated with “Wuthering Heights” around Stanbury.

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…

Peel Park

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

A man standing against a target

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

The Wool Exchange, Pizza Pieces Ltd.

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

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

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

Salts Mill Exterior

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

The pretty flowers of Central Park, Haworth

Follow the Fair Trade Way through the district.

Keighley Picture House Cinema Exterior

The Picture House, situated in North Street, Keighley, is a purpose built cinema which first opened…

Prince Of Wales Park Gate

Prince of Wales Park near Bingley has a variety of footpaths through wooded grounds, with a mix of…

Bradford City Football Club

The University of Bradford Stadium, still known to many fans as the traditional 'Valley Parade',…

Light Cinema in Bradford

We're more than just a cinema. We show everything from live theatre to rock concerts. Whether…

Crazy Targets Archery

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

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…

What's On Highlights

Graffiti artist sprays vibrant artwork on a wall, showcasing the energy and creativity of street art. Image © Andy Garbutt

BD: Walls is an ambitious exhibition with a difference: the gallery is Bradford District itself.

Openings

Season

1st July 2025-31st December 2025
A woman

Holly Taymar brings Eva Cassidy’s timeless music to life at Ilkley Playhouse—an intimate, moving…

Openings

Season

7th February 2026
A picture of a ballerina portraying Little Red Riding Hood

A little kindness goes a long way in this playful retelling of the classic fairy tale Little Red…

Openings

Season

30th March 2026
Person walking in Haworth. Lead image: © David Lindsay

Explore Bradford on Foot, a curated collection of downloadable walks and guided tours celebrating…

Openings

Season

1st May 2025-31st December 2025
A picture of comedian Henning Wehn, holding a lemon

Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a…

Openings

Season

13th March 2026
A poster advertising the show

Introducing Live Forever –  a celebration of music from, and a tribute to, one of the greatest rock…

Openings

Season

17th February 2026
George Michael Tribute Night poster featuring a silhouette of the singer.

Craiglands Hotel presents a dazzling tribute to George Michael—an electrifying evening of iconic…

Openings

Season

29th November 2025
Craiglands Hotel Christmas decor.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Family Jamboree at Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley—an evening of food,…

Openings

Season

31st December 2025
Christmas Market poster

A Christmas Market at Victoria Hall

Openings

Season

7th December 2025
A woman dancing

Bradford Arts Centre presents an all new performance

Openings

Season

21st November 2025
Festive Afternoon Tea at The Craiglands Hotel

Settle down to an afternoon of impeccable taste at the Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley.

Openings

Throughout December

1st December 2025-31st December 2025
Close-up of Santa's hands with a festive hot beverage.

Celebrate Christmas at The Midland Hotel, Bradford with a festive breakfast and a special visit…

Openings

Season

14th December 2025
Baildon at Christmas

Baildon is preparing to light up for Christmas with a market and entertainment.

Openings

Season

7th December 2025
Afternoon tea Midland Hotel

Sit back and relax with a warm cup of mulled wine by the roaring fire at the Midland Hotel in…

Openings

Season

1st December 2025-31st December 2025
Christmas tree sparkling in Haworth.

Experience the magic of Haworth’s Christmas Lights Switch On, where the village comes alive with…

Openings

Season

23rd November 2025
A ballet dancer

The Varna Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Bradford Live

Openings

Season

21st January 2026
A poster advertising the show

Step into a night of show-stopping vocals, dazzling performances, and a sensational live band…

Openings

Season

16th May 2026
A picture of musician Huey Morgan

A charismatic, authentic, passionate, and popular renegade himself, Huey’s groove is infectious.…

Openings

Season

21st April 2026
A poster for the show featuring a picture of comedian John Kearns

Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh…

Openings

Season

9th April 2026
An empty room

A wonderful tribute to Friends at Silsden Town Hall

Openings

Season

16th May 2026
Peter Pan poster

Peter Pan flies into Bradford Playhouse

Openings

Season

26th November 2025-30th November 2025
A poster advertising the show, featuring Tyson Kelly as John Lennon

Experience an unforgettable and intimate evening celebrating the legacy of John Lennon, brought to…

Openings

Season

9th April 2026
Festive bauble decoration at Craiglands Hotel, Ilkley.

Brunch with Santa at Craiglands Hotel brings festive cheer and magical moments to Ilkley.

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Season

14th December 2025

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21st December 2025
Jack Off The Beanstalk poster

A magical adult panto at the Bingley Little Theatre.

Openings

Season

1st February 2026

Accommodation Highlights

An old mill building

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

A wedding venue

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

A sign post in the countryside

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Wooden lodges

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Old Registry Exterior

A beautiful ten-bedroomed bed and breakfast. All rooms ensuite and all double rooms have four…

Hawksbridge Cottage Exterior

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

Travelodge Bradford Central

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

The Black Hat Exterior

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

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

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

A double bed

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

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

A beautiful 200 year old detached stone built Holiday barn set within a 5 acre smallholding located…

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

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

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

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

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

The Gin Lounge Bar

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

Bedroom | Leonardo Hotel

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

Ibis Bradford Exterior

Modern 78 bedroom hotel. Free parking. Closest hotel to Salts Mill, Saltaire, UNESCO World…

Daisy Cottage Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

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