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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

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…

Riverside Parks

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

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…

VR Immersion logo

A brand new experience for Yorkshire. VR Immersion brings HTC Vive, a world of intuitive virtual…

People Using People Powered Press

WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS We run a small selection of workshops for all experience levels

Walking Photography

Inspirational Walks at a Photographer’s pace.

Roadside view of Ilkley Cinema

Europes Smallest Ultra 4k Digital Single Screen Independent Cinema based in Ilkley,

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

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

Funzy Exterior

Funzy a unique inflatable theme park located at Leisure Exchange Bradford.

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…

Nightrain in Bradford.

A brilliant music venue in Bradford

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,…

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…

A shop front

Salt Pots specialises in pottery painting parties for all ages, gift commissions and hand and foot…

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…

The Wool Exchange, Pizza Pieces Ltd.

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

Bradford Live Exterior.

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

Crazy Targets Archery

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

Bradford Faith Trail at Bradford Cathedral

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

Lister park down by the boating pavilion.

Lister Park was crowned Britain's Best Park in 2006 and is also home to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery…

Salts Mill Exterior

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

The Worth Way

A challenging walking route around the beautiful Worth Valley.

View from Ilkley Moor

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

What's On Highlights

Jack And The Beanstalk poster

A wonderful panto at Bingley Arts Centre

Openings

Season

17th February 2027-20th February 2027
80s DJ Party Night Poster!

An 80s‑themed night at Napoleons Casino Bradford with a DJ playing the decade’s biggest hits,…

Openings

Season

18th September 2026
The Lady Boys Of Bangkok

The Ladyboys of Bangkok return to the Bradford Alhambra with their most spectacular show yet - Full…

Openings

Season

29th September 2026
Festive Afternoon Tea at The Craiglands Hotel

Enjoy a festive afternoon tea at The Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley, served in the hotel's elegant…

Openings

Season

1st December 2026-23rd December 2026
A picture of someone "Zipping the Cow"

Zip slide from the top of the Cow, at the Cow and Calf rocks above Ilkley, in summer 2027 to help…

Openings

Season

1st August 2027
Santa Claus in a red festive suit walks through an open green gate along a pathway, carrying a sack over one shoulder in an outdoor garden setting.

Meet Santa and his helpers at Haworth Bowling Club for a magical festive visit full of Christmas…

Openings

Season

5th December 2026-6th December 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring a picture of journalist and author Damien Lewis

Step into the hidden world of the SAS with Damien Lewis - award-winning war reporter and…

Openings

Season

19th May 2027
Dominic Halpin & The Honey B's

Come and join Dominic Halpin & The Honey B's at the Clarke Foley Community Hub for a night of swing…

Openings

Season

14th October 2026
A man posing

Jim Moray arrives at The Live Room

Openings

Season

11th February 2027
An illustration of someone's arm holding up a hat

The comedy Stepping Out is coming to Ilkley playhouse

Openings

Season

10th June 2027-19th June 2027
Vintage horror poster showing a shadowy figure and a large green-tinted face against a dark, dramatic background.

This reimagining of the iconic Nosferatu features Radiohead’s Kid A and Amnesiac albums at…

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
Christmas decorations at Ilkley Manor House

Join us at Ilkley Manor House for a special Family Fun session led by staff and volunteers, with a…

Openings

Season

14th November 2026
Trappings

Be at the Wildman Studio at Ilkley Playhouse for the launch of a new play written by Paula Boyle.

Openings

Season

27th November 2026-28th November 2026
Close-up portrait of a person in an orange sports-style top in a dimly lit indoor venue.

An indie musical about mates, music and magic – set to a live soundtrack of 90s classics at The…

Openings

Season

15th October 2026-16th October 2026
A poster advertising the play

St. George's Hall welcomes the return of the sell-out stage version of the 80s cult classic.

Openings

Season

2nd June 2027-5th June 2027
Johnny Campbell

Special guest artist for November’s First Monday Folk at Bingley Arts Centre is the amazing Johnny…

Openings

Season

2nd November 2026
A stone carving

Ilkley Manor House presents a talk on paganism

Openings

Season

30th October 2026
The Colonial Brontës

The wonderful new exhibition at the Brontë Parsonage Museum

Openings

Season

4th February 2026-31st December 2026
The Spooky Express

Join us this October, if you dare, on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway for the Spooky Express

Openings

Season

29th October 2026-31st October 2026
A poster advertising the concert

Join us at Baildon Methodist Church for a charity concert by the City of Bradford Brass Band…

Openings

Season

26th September 2026
A group of men

Suntou Susso And The Gambian Superstars plays The Live Room

Openings

Season

25th October 2026
A picture of the characters George and Lennie

Join us at Bingley Little Theatre for John Steinbeck's Great Depression-era classic play.

Openings

Season

4th November 2026
A picture of a Freddie Mercury tribute artist

Experience the ultimate Freddie Mercury Tribute Night at Craiglands Hotel

Openings

Season

28th November 2026
Paul Smith standing on stage with a microphone in hand.

Paul Smith brings his brand‑new tour HAPPY to Bradford Live, delivering his biggest, boldest and…

Openings

Season

18th March 2027

Accommodation Highlights

Travelodge Bradford Central

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

Bradford Digs Bedroom

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

The Black Hat Exterior

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

Bracken Hall House Exterior

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

Daisy Cottage Exterior

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

An old mill building

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

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

The Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre is located within the Leisure Exchange - a restaurant…

A hotel exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Apothecary Guest House And Tea Rooms

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

Bedroom | Leonardo Hotel

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

Stay & Explore

An 18th Century Riverside Cotton Mill with 2 Luxury B&B rooms overlooking open countryside. We are…

Rose Cottage Bedroom

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

Stay & Explore

Budget accommodation for the business or leisure traveller. We guarantee good quality rooms,…

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

A cabin

Clarion Lodge Campsite is a small family run campsite on Otley Chevin with spectacular views over…

A shop front

A former coaching inn situated in the heart of Bronte Country providing 7 high-quality en suite…

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

Exterior of One Tivoli Place

One Tivoli Place is a Victorian Terrace property in a quiet location, within easy walking distance…

Delph Barn Dining Room

A spacious multi level barn conversion with quirky features and exposed beams.

A farmhouse

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

Large hotel building and grounds

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

Stay & Explore

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

A wedding venue

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

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