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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Keighley Picture House Cinema Exterior

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

Top Withens

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

A theatre building

Professional theatre providing classic drama, musicals, ballet, opera, pantomime, international…

Bradford Faith Trail at Bradford Cathedral

The Bradford Faith Trail offers guided tours of five religious sites on the first Saturday of each…

A man standing against a target

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

Little Germany Buildings.

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

Crazy Targets Archery

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

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…

Riverside Parks Bridge

A wonderful circular route from Ilkley through the surrounding woods and villages.

LNER Bradford Beryl Bikes in City Park.

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

On a sunny summer day in Haworth Central Park, there is a clear sky and lovely flowerbeds.

Experience the beauty of Haworth's Central Park, where you can explore the vibrant flower garden,…

Walking Activity

Salts Walks & Talks – established 1996. The only guided walks based in Saltaire World Heritage…

Black Dyke Mills Hannah White

The Black Dyke Mills Heritage Venue is a live music and community space in the heart of Queensbury.…

A museum display

The Peace Museum is unique in the UK covering peace history, non violence and conflict resolution.…

A large building

Bradford Arts Centre is a welcoming creative hub in the city’s historic heart, showcasing bold…

View from the towpath with trees and barge on the canal

The Leeds - Liverpool Canal is one of the longest canals in England and passes through Bradford…

Totem and Play Trail in Peel Park.

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

City Hall, Bradford

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

Countryside and fields

A beautiful country park outside Haworth

An old bus

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

A river

The Tranquility Trail allows you take time to appreciate nature in Ilkley Town Centre..

Esholt Village

A 5 mile circular walk through Baildon and Esholt

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 building

The Victorian built St George's Hall is home to a wide range of entertainment bringing the cream of…

What's On Highlights

A poster for the show, featuring footballers Jermaine Beckford and Michael Bridges

Get ready for a brilliant night if you’re a Leeds United fan, as Jermaine Beckford and Michael…

Openings

Season

29th September 2026
Artist Caro Blount-Shah's Pinny Piece, featuring photos of twelve of the blue plaques on buildings around the Bradford District

On display at Bradford's Mechanics Institute is Pinny Piece - a full size appliqued cotton apron by…

Openings

Season

17th September 2026-20th September 2026
A picture of musician Holly Tamar

Join acclaimed singer-songwriter Holly Taymar at Ilkley Playhouse for a special evening celebrating…

Openings

Season

16th January 2027
Salts Mill Exterior

Experience David Hockney’s series of 20 iPad flower paintings and large-scale works at Salts Mill,…

Openings

Season

29th January 2025-17th January 2027
Queen of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns to St. George's Hall in 2026 for another…

Openings

Season

17th October 2026
Promotional artwork for Ceilidh, featuring bagpipes, dancing feet and a couple framed in bold orange, blue and yellow colours.

Fresh from a sell-out US run and direct from the West End, Ceilidh comes to Bradford Live with an…

Openings

Season

2nd March 2027-7th March 2027
A picture of a man and a woman singing, a man playing the trumpet, and a man playing the saxophone

Soul Street Productions are back in Bingley, after their sell-out show The History of Rock, with…

Openings

Season

24th September 2026
A shadow hand under a shadow skull

Reimagined for the intimate setting of the Wildman Studio at Ilkley Playhouse, this visceral…

Openings

Season

16th February 2027-20th February 2027
Bradford Literature Festival event at the Wool Exchange.

Bradford Literature Festival is a ten-day celebration of books, ideas, and culture, featuring over…

Openings

Season

11th June 2027-20th June 2027
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
A poster advertising the concert

Steely Don brings to life the sophisticated sound of Steely Dan and Donald Fagen and they're coming…

Openings

Season

24th July 2027
Promotional Poster - J.B. Priestley Pie Night.

Enjoy an afternoon of pies, history and entertainment at Napoleons Casino Bradford as we celebrate…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
A picture of The Bootleg Eagles performing on stage

The Bootleg Eagles will take audiences on an unforgettable journey through the golden age of…

Openings

Season

22nd October 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

Season

12th December 2026
Handcrafted ceramic wonky house sculptures inspired by Haworth architecture displayed on a wooden table beside a window.

Create a unique clay wonky house inspired by Haworth Main Street's distinctive architecture at The…

Openings

Season

28th August 2026
Luxury Christmas wreath featuring evergreen foliage, eucalyptus, pink berries and red rose hips.

Create a luxury Christmas wreath with Leafy Couture at Salts Mill, Saltaire, using winter foliage,…

Openings

Season

2nd December 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 poster for the show featuring Phil Hoyles performing as Tommy Cooper.

Tommy Cooper, one of the greatest ever comedians, is back - expertly performed by Phil Hoyles, and…

Openings

Season

22nd January 2027
A photograph of St. Helen's Church

Come and have a look around St Helen's Church, Denton, a Georgian Church with a unique painted east…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
A ghost holding a book

Join storytellers from Ilkley Playhouse for a special family-friendly Halloween storytelling…

Openings

Season

31st October 2026
A picture of pianist, conductor and stand-up comedian Rainer Hersch, with conductors batons

Rainer Hersch's hilarious show, All Classical Music Explained - Live!, returns to St George's Hall…

Openings

Season

24th October 2026
A poster advertising the event

Join us at the Midland Hotel for our fundraising event to support the work of our charity-providing…

Openings

Season

10th October 2026
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
Gallery view of The Big Picture exhibition at Cartwright Hall.

Several of the largest paintings in Bradford’s collection are brought together in The Big Picture…

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-31st December 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Stay & Explore

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

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

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

A wedding venue

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

A hotel exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

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

Stay & Explore

Upwood Holiday Park is licensed for touring caravans, tents, motor caravans, static holiday…

A bedroom

Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

Bracken Hall House Exterior

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

Old White Lion

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

Stay & Explore

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

Bradford Digs Bedroom

Wonderful houses to rent less than 2 miles from the city centre.

Faweather Grange

Luxury log houses specialising in romantic breaks for 2. Private outdoor hot tubs, jacuzzis,…

A kitchen

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

Stay & Explore

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

Highfield Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

The Black Hat Exterior

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

A double bed

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

Worth Valley Cottage

Beautifully renovated Victorian cottage in Haworth. Fabulous location only a 5 minute walk from the…

Stay & Explore

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

Wheatley Arms Exterior

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

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