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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Landscape logo for the Bingley Heritage Trail showing a navy song thrush perched on a branch with the tagline “The Throstle Nest of Old England” on a

The Bingley Heritage Trail offers an exciting way to explore the town’s history, linking together…

Sunbridgewells

Sunbridgewells is an underground tunnel complex in the heart of Bradford

View from Ilkley Moor

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

Baildon Moor

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

River Wharfe

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

Eccleshill Railway Walk

A gentle walk through beautiful woodlands and fields, partially following the route of the old…

The Craft House Exterior

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

The Worth Way

A challenging walking route around the beautiful Worth Valley.

VR Immersion logo

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

Peel Park

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

Cliffe Castle Exterior © Phil Jackson

A former mansion built 1875 - 1882, now the local museum in a park.

A Cathedral

City Centre's hidden jewel set in attractive gardens. Visitors experience a warm welcome,…

A theatre building

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

Walking boots

Silsden Strolls are a series of waymarked walks around Silsden.

Person Climbing At The Climbing Hub

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

Time Trapped Interior

Will you be able to escape from Bradford’s very own escape room? Take on the challenge of the White…

East Riddlesden Hall exterior © National Trust Images Andrew Butler

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

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…

Five Rise Locks

An 18th century engineering masterpiece, the Five Rise Locks are one of the 'seven wonders of the…

Map titled "Bradford: A City of Film," highlighting filming locations and current screening venues.

Explore the Bradford Film Trail and discover how local venues—from grand theatres to hidden…

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…

Rail Story at Ingrow.

Visit Rail Story to learn more about the railways and the people who worked on them.

Pictureville at NSMM

Pictureville - Cubby Broccoli - IMAX Cinemas operated in partnership with Picturehouse national…

Sculpture at Ferniehurst Dell, Baildon.

The Ferniehurst Dell is a historic beauty spot, and woodland recreation area in the centre of…

What's On Highlights

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
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
The Comedy Store logo

Live Nation & The Comedy Store presents….The Comedy Store Ilkley! We bring you 'The Best In Stand…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
A picture of comedian Mark Simmons wearing a dinner jacket and jesters trousers and shoes

Mark is back on tour in 2026 at the Studio Theatre with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed…

Openings

Season

26th September 2026
A picture of comedian Susan Calman

Susan Calman hasn’t been on tour in ten years, but now she’s back at St. George's Hall with a…

Openings

Season

14th October 2026
Promotional image for Riverdance 25th Anniversary screening.

The Riverdance 25th Anniversary screening takes place at the National Science and Media Museum’s…

Openings

Season

7th June 2026
A market stall

The makers fair returns to Ilkley Manor House

Openings

Season

25th July 2026-26th July 2026
And then there were none poster

An Agatha Christie mystery at Keighley Playhouse

Openings

Season

4th May 2026-9th May 2026
Vintage Trains

Vintage Trains through the summer at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.

Openings

Season

6th June 2026-7th June 2026

Season

13th June 2026-14th June 2026
A poster showing a view from behind Simon and Garfunkel, looking out into a concert hall

The international hit show, coming to the King's Hall, Ilkley, tells the story of the origins and…

Openings

Season

25th June 2026
Hollywood glitz meets Bollywood sparkle poster!

Get ready for a glam night where Hollywood glitz meets Bollywood sparkle—fun, friends, and fabulous…

Openings

Season

22nd May 2026
Shrek the Musical Poster.

Shrek the Musical brings its big‑hearted adventure to the Bradford Playhouse with laughs, magic,…

Openings

Season

20th November 2026-21st November 2026
A poster advertising the show

Join us at the Alhambra Theatre as Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 and in a race…

Openings

Season

11th May 2027-5th June 2027
OCS Album cover.

Ocean Colour Scene bring their 30th anniversary tour of Moseley Shoals to Bradford Live, joined by…

Openings

Season

27th November 2026
Blue - 25th Anniversary Tour plus special guests 911

The Blue boys are hitting the road — catch them live in Bradford at the iconic Bradford Live.

Openings

Season

21st May 2026
The Cavern Beatles

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

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
Laurel Canyon Union poster

Ilkley Playhouse welcomes Laurel Canyon Union

Openings

Season

11th July 2026
Outside Bolling Hall Museum.

Experience the Civil War at Bolling Hall —discover how Royalists planned to ransack Parliamentarian…

Openings

Season

31st May 2026
“Children and adults gathered for family activities at Bradford Cathedral.”

The activities will take place at Bradford Cathedral, where families can explore the building while…

Openings

Season

26th May 2026
Mother’s Instinct

A tense psychological thriller about friendship, grief and the dangerous edge of suspicion.

Openings

Season

14th July 2026
Tribute performer as Michael Jackson in iconic moonwalking pose on stage.

Michael Starring Ben, the UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute show, comes to Bradford Live, Main…

Openings

Season

12th December 2026
Six & Dare to Dream Poster.

All Stars Performing Arts present a magical double bill at The Bradford Playhouse — Disney’s Dare…

Openings

Season

17th July 2026-18th July 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring a picture 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
Nick Mohammed Is Mr Swallow: Show Pony poster

Bradford Live welcomes Nick Mohammed

Openings

Season

23rd May 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Stay & Explore

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

Wheatley Arms Exterior

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

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…

Exterior of Ann's Farmhouse

Family run establishment on a working farm in a quiet rural setting with safe parking for cars.

Old White Lion

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

Stay & Explore

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

Wooden lodges

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

A wedding venue

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

Large hotel building and grounds

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

Highfield Hotel Exterior

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

A bedroom

Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

Stay & Explore

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

A farmhouse

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

Stay & Explore

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

A hotel exterior

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

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

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

An old mill building

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

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

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

Wharfe View Cottage Bedroom

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

Bracken Hall House Exterior

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

Exterior of One Tivoli Place

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

A bedroom

The Midland Hotel is a beautiful 3* City Centre Hotel, The Hotel was built between 1885 and 1890 by…

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