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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

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Local theatre with a wide range of amateur productions with regular Jazz nights.

Totem and Play Trail in Peel Park.

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

The Wool Exchange, Pizza Pieces Ltd.

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

VR Immersion logo

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

All Saints Church Ilkley Exterior

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

River Wharfe

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

Top Withens

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

Image by Marcus Rattray

Bingley Arts Centre is a fully equipped community theatre that is popular for amateur dramatics,…

Countryside and fields

A beautiful country park outside Haworth

The pretty flowers of Central Park, Haworth

Follow the Fair Trade Way through the district.

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…

Northcliffe Park Gate

Northcliffe Park is made up of Northcliffe Woods and Norman Rae Playing Fields. These lovely woods…

Looney Golf

Looney Golf is a indoor crazy golf for all ages to enjoy, with two spectacular themes for you and…

A stream

A beautiful walking route taking in many beautiful spots across the Bradford district.

Baildon Moor

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

An old mill building

Theatre in the Mll has an enviable reputation as a vibrant, professional venue. One of the…

Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is a heritage railway that was reopened in 1968 and runs from…

Walking Photography

Inspirational Walks at a Photographer’s pace.

Riverside Parks

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

Little Germany

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

Bronte Waterfalls

Discover the inspiration for Wuthering Heights by taking a walk to Top Withens, where you will find…

12 Apostles on Ilkley Moor

The Friends of Ilkley Moor is a voluntary and democratic group composed of people who love Ilkley…

Window of Mrs Duttons

In Ilkley, Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops is a place to make and meet, with an exciting menu of…

A picture of someone wearing walking boots

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

What's On Highlights

London Bollywood Orchestra

The London Bollywood Orchestra presents Sounds of Mumbai.

Openings

Season

1st May 2026
A poster advertising the show

Get ready to Step Into Christmas once again for the most magical, feel-good show of the year!

Openings

Season

10th December 2026
Haworth Steampunk Weekend

Haworth Steampunk Weekend 2nd -3rd May 2026 is the BIGGEST STEAMPUNK CHARITY EVENT IN THE UK

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2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
An image of snow-capped mountains above a dark forest

Join Airedale Symphony Orchestra for their spring concert at the King's Hall.

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Season

29th March 2026
Tower of Now, a futuristic architectural structure with sleek design and geometric patterns.

See the Tower of Now, Saad Qureshi’s 15-metre sculpture at Hall Ings, Bradford, celebrating the…

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Season

1st March 2026-31st December 2026
Amélie (U) [25th anniversary re-release]

Get (re)acquainted with Amélie as Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s Parisian classic returns to cinemas for its…

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3rd April 2026-9th April 2026
A butterfly gently touches down on a golden sunflower, surrounded by a vibrant sea of blooms.

Calendar Girls The Musical brings bold humour and heartfelt songs to Ilkley Playhouse—recommended…

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Season

22nd April 2026-2nd May 2026
A picture of a moth

An exhibition from the Redbrick Artists at Ilkley Manor House

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Season

11th April 2026-26th April 2026
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he Chicago Blues Brothers are back – and they’re bringing the house down at the Country Bunker!

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Season

19th November 2026
Fashion Fusion Fiesta

Fashion Fusion Fiesta is a landmark event for Bradford and the first of its kind, created to…

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28th March 2026
Alex Dunlop speaking at event.

Catch the UK’s top circuit comedians at Setlist Comedy. Featuring Tony Carroll, Clayton Jones, and…

Openings

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28th March 2026
Nick Mohammed Is Mr Swallow: Show Pony poster

Bradford Live welcomes Nick Mohammed

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23rd May 2026
A poster advertising the show with a picture of a kitchen counter with a rolling pin, eggs and flour on it

"Treat yourself to a slice of five-star musical pie” (The Times) as Carrie Hope Fletcher (Calamity…

Openings

Season

13th April 2026-18th April 2026
The Comedy Store logo

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

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16th April 2027
A poster advertising the show, featuring four men playing guitars

The UK’s No.1 guitar anthems concert The Story of Guitar Heroes returns on their 10th Anniversary…

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6th March 2027
A poster for the show featuring four back-lit people

Beyond the Barricade, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is back.

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19th June 2026
KWVR Beer and Music Festival

Arguably one of the the North’s best Beer & Music Festivals and one of the KWVR’s biggest events.

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15th October 2026-18th October 2026
East Riddlesden Hall exterior © National Trust Images Andrew Butler

Join the monthly guided walk at East Riddlesden Hall.

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15th April 2026

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16th December 2026
The Northern Swing Orchestra on stage

The Northern Swing Orchestra, a renowned 16-piece big band, returns to Ilkley for a special tribute…

Openings

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9th May 2026
Saltaire Farmers' Market

Saltaire Farmers Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month at The Promenade in Roberts…

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12th April 2026

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13th December 2026
A picture of Elvis tribute artist Ben Portsmouth

Ben Portsmouth brings his jaw-dropping tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll back to Bradford!

Openings

Season

23rd May 2026
Cactusville a gypsy jazz quartet's concert

Cactusville, a gypsy jazz quartet, invite you to a memorable evening full of ballads, Latin vibes…

Openings

Season

3rd June 2026
A picture of singer Russell Watson

Get ready for an unforgettable night with one of the world’s most captivating performers.

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Season

23rd October 2026
Cartwright Hall historic building with a central tower, surrounded by lush gardens.

Cartwright Hall in Bradford hosts a spring celebration with free wellbeing activities, family art…

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28th March 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Stay & Explore

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

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

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

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

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

A cabin

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

Old Registry Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

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Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

Stay & Explore

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

Oakwood Hall Hotel

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

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

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Set in the beautiful village of Haworth this chic city style apartment is a perfect retreat from…

Stay & Explore

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

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

Haworth Old Hall Inn

Historic Tudor manor house circa 1580, with open fires, stone mullioned windows and bags of…

Doorway

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

The Black Hat Exterior

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

Rose Cottage Bedroom

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

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Exterior

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

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

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

Travelodge Bradford Central

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

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