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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Ilkley Lido

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

IMAX

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

Middleton Woods

Middleton Woods is a popular favourite throughout the year.

LNER Bradford Beryl Bikes in City Park.

Explore Bradford sustainably with LNER Bradford Beryl Bikes, connecting you to scenic cycle routes…

Brontë Parsonage Museum Garden (c) Bevan Cockerill

The Brontës are the world's most famous literary family and Haworth Parsonage was their home from…

Cartwright Hall Exterior  © Phil Jackson

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

The sculpture is carved from sandstone blocks, it takes the form of a geometric seated figure in the process of rising to stand.

A self guided walk around some of Bradford’s sculptures. This trail takes you on a fascinating…

East Riddlesden Hall exterior © National Trust Images Andrew Butler

National Trust owned historic house, garden, shop and tearoom. This award winning attraction offers…

A man and two women at a bowling alley

Bowling has never been more fun than at Hollywood Bowl ten pin bowling centres. Whether you are…

Totem and Play Trail in Peel Park.

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

Bradford City Football Club

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

The Craft House Exterior

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

A woman holding a lamp

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

A sports court

Play padel in Bradford!

City Park Fountains

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

City Hall, Bradford

Step back in time on the Bradford City Centre Heritage Trail. This self guided walk takes you on a…

A sign for the theatre

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

Little Germany

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

All Saints Church Ilkley Exterior

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

A tram

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

Performers At The Live Room

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

Peel Park

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

Dales Way public footpath signage.

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

What's On Highlights

Boyband In The Buff

Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert with a cheeky twist - starring pop…

Openings

Season

15th October 2026
A picture of author AA Dhand

A.A. Dhand, Sunday Times bestselling author and Bradford’s own, comes to the Great Hall of Bradford…

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026
A painting of three women

A new exhibition at Fountain Street Arts Project.

Openings

Season

6th June 2026-11th July 2026
A picture of musician Bruce Watson

Join us at King's Hall, Ilkley as Big Country founder and guitarist, Bruce Watson hits the road to…

Openings

Season

27th April 2027
A picture of Bradford Cathedral

We're celebrating the ordinary and extraordinary lives of those associated with Bradford's most…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Drop-in Mindful Crafting Day at Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops

At Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops in Ilkley, we are hosting a Drop-in Mindful Crafting Day in aid…

Openings

Season

14th June 2026
A picture of comedian Rich Hall, playing an acoustic guitar

Comedian Rich Hall brings his unique brand of comedy to the Studio Theatre

Openings

Season

7th October 2026
A pair of light brown leather walking boots stepping along a natural path beside a pond.

Join the warden for a quiet, relaxing walk at Denso Marston Nature Reserve, ending with tea and…

Openings

Season

15th August 2026
A picture of a Freddie Mercury tribute artist performing on a stage

Be part of a night like no other at the Bradford Alhambra as we bring you the concert you’ve been…

Openings

Season

30th September 2026
Bradford & Airedale Youth Choir: A Choral Christmas Cracker

Bradford and Airedale Youth Choir, Ilkley Youth Choir, and Ilkley Stage Singers would like to…

Openings

Season

13th December 2026
Sunset Boulevard

This autumn, “Theatrical Powerhouse” Diva Productions brings Sunset Boulevard to the iconic…

Openings

Season

10th September 2026-12th September 2026
Close-up of a tennis racket and ball (© Canva).

Get ready for an exciting week of tennis at the Lexus Ilkley Trophy, hosted at the Ilkley Lawn…

Openings

Season

7th June 2026-14th June 2026
A picture of two men running on a woodland path at night

Join us for the Winter Solstice Strider, a 10km or 5km head torch early evening run through the St…

Openings

Season

21st December 2026
A picture of Victoria Hall

Learn about Victoria Hall's history through short slideshows on *Victoria Hall's backstory, *The…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Tina & Whitney Tribute

An evening of Tina Turner and Whitney Houston classics comes to The Craiglands Hotel, Ilkley,…

Openings

Season

26th September 2026
Thornton Arts Trail poster

Thornton Art Trail returns this summer, bringing a vibrant mix of local art to homes, studios, and…

Openings

Season

6th June 2026-7th June 2026
Martha Spencer Trio poster

The Live Room welcomes the Martha Spencer Trio

Openings

Season

6th August 2026
Ilkley Literature Festival Stage View at King's Hall.

Ilkley Literature Festival is the North’s longest‑running literary celebration, bringing more than…

Openings

Season

2nd October 2026-18th October 2026
The Legend of Barry White

The only UK touring show dedicated to the maestro and legend, Barry White is coming to the King's…

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026
Victorian-era parlor with ornate wooden furniture, framed portraits, and a chandelier.

Bolling Hall Museum is marking 110 years with new photo displays from the 1870s–1880s and its…

Openings

Season

3rd September 2025-6th September 2026
Haworth Festival logo

Haworth Festival is a celebration of creativity, performance and community spirit, bringing music,…

Openings

Season

8th July 2026-26th July 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring singers with a concert hall backdrop

Step into a world of soul, romance, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices –…

Openings

Season

27th June 2026
A poster advertising the show

Join us at St. George's Hall for a magnificent concert with orchestra, choir and guest artists. The…

Openings

Season

22nd November 2026
A picture of comedian Troy Hawke

Following last year’s sellout world tour, Troy Hawke is back at St. George's Hall to his globe…

Openings

Season

20th May 2027

Accommodation Highlights

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

Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

A bedroom

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

A hotel exterior

Standing proud in the centre of Ilkley, The Crescent Inn is a majestic arc holding a real ale pub…

Wharfe View Cottage Bedroom

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

A sign post in the countryside

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

Stay & Explore

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

Doorway

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

Bracken Hall House Exterior

New luxury B&B overlooking Shipley Glen within walking distance of Saltaire. Perfect location for a…

Oakwood Hall Hotel

Spectacular listed building in beautiful gardens large free car park. Hotel renowned for weddings…

Highfield Hotel Exterior

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

An old building

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

A wedding venue

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Wheatley Arms Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Apothecary Guest House And Tea Rooms

Located at the top of the Main Street opposite the famous Bronte Church and 1 minute from the…

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

A double bed

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

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