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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

A sign for the theatre

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

A stream

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

A peregrine falcon

Discover locations to spot beautiful peregrine falcons in the Bradford district.

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…

A woman holding a lamp

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

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…

Go Karting

Come and have a go at West Yorkshire’s exciting new attraction! We’re an indoor electric racing…

All Saints Church Ilkley Exterior

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

Golf course

Northcliffe Golf Club was founded in 1921 by a small group of golfing enthusiasts, who suggested…

The Length And Breadth Of Ilkley Moor

An invigorating walk in the footsteps of the giant Rombald across Ilkley Moor.

Exterior: Ilkley Manor House.

The Ilkley Blue Plaque Trail offers a relaxed, self‑guided walk through the historic centre of this…

People looking at stained glass windows

A primarily 17th century mansion house, containing period furnished rooms as well as temporary…

Impressions Gallery Centenary Square City Park Bradford  courtesy Impressions Gallery

Impressions Gallery is now closed to visitors as we prepare to leave our Centenary Square venue at…

River Wharfe

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

Nightrain in Bradford.

A brilliant music venue in Bradford

Peel Park

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

Image by Marcus Rattray

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

Keighley Playhouse

We stage seven plays per season. Season tickets can be bought (7 for the price of 6) so you can be…

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…

Sculpture at Ferniehurst Dell, Baildon.

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

Performers At The Live Room

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

Little Germany Buildings.

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

City Hall, Bradford

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

Bradford City Football Club

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

What's On Highlights

Monthly Talk: Emma Conally-Barklem ‘The High Flight: 50 Poems Inspired by Emily Brontë’s Hawk’

Join us for a fascinating journey through space and time as Emma discusses the process of creating…

Openings

Season

23rd June 2026
C&E Craft Boutique Market

Come along to Darley Street Market for handmade crafts, pocket‑money makes, and sustainable…

Openings

Season

9th April 2026
Cher Tribute Poster!

Napoleons Casino, Bradford, hosts Kelly Marie’s Cher Tribute with dining, live music, and…

Openings

Season

24th April 2026
London Bollywood Orchestra

The London Bollywood Orchestra presents Sounds of Mumbai.

Openings

Season

1st May 2026
Stupid Girl poster

Tapestry Arts presents a tribute to Pink

Openings

Season

17th October 2026
Diesel Train at the KWVR

Come and experience the Diesel Gala at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.

Openings

Season

18th June 2026-21st June 2026
“Poster promoting Bradford Funfairs at Bradford Moor featuring the new thrill ride, The Claw.”

Bradford Funfairs, presented by James Finnie & Son, returns to Bradford Moor this Easter with a…

Openings

Season

3rd April 2026-12th April 2026
Three cyclists riding off road, accompanied by a runner

The Sue Ryder Bronte Off Road Bike Challenge is back for 2026! Join us and take on Anne, Emily,…

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
A picture of Roy Orbison tribute artist Barry Steele

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honour the legendary Roy Orbison and the iconic…

Openings

Season

12th June 2026
A painting of a canal

The Bingley Gallery's latest exhibition

Openings

Season

19th March 2026-26th April 2026
Bradstock 2026 Poster!

BRADSTOCK 2026 brings together a diverse mix of artists at Nightrain Bradford for a full‑day…

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026
Graffiti artist sprays vibrant artwork on a wall, showcasing the energy and creativity of street art. Image © Andy Garbutt

BD: Walls is an ambitious exhibition with a difference: the gallery is Bradford District itself.

Openings

Season

1st July 2025-31st December 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring a man holding a suitcase full of money

The smash-hit comedy is back with a brand new show. It’s bigger, bolder and bursting with foot…

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026
A nighttime scene in a park. Lantern parade led by Cecil Green © Andrew Holland.

World Heritage Day – Saltaire celebrates 25 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with park‑wide…

Openings

Season

18th April 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring Fireman Sam and friends on a desert island

With clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam's new live show is…

Openings

Season

29th July 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

Season

9th May 2026
Michael Scott’s N Scale Model of Bradford Cathedral.

Michael Scott’s N Scale model of Bradford Cathedral will be unveiled at this special event,…

Openings

Season

6th June 2026
Big Hero 6

Coming to Bingley Arts Centre, Big Hero 6 is a thrilling family adventure packed with action,…

Openings

Season

18th April 2026
Gallery view of the Global Perspectives and Islamic Calligraphy exhibition.

At Cartwright Hall, this exhibition pairs contemporary artist film from the Art Jameel collection…

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-31st December 2026
OMD posing with a lion between them.

OMD bring their high‑energy, hit‑packed show to Bradford Live.

Openings

Season

8th July 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
Reads: Keighley Pride 2026 with a rainbow background.

Celebrate Keighley Pride at Cougar Park!

Openings

Season

13th June 2026
A man posing

Julian Taylor takes the stage at The Live Room

Openings

Season

19th April 2026
Dirty Dancing

Dirty Dancing returns to Bradford as part of a UK and Irish tour, exploding with heart-pounding…

Openings

Season

26th January 2027-30th January 2027

Accommodation Highlights

Wheatley Arms Exterior

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

Haworth Old Hall Inn

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

Faweather Grange

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

Stay & Explore

Beautiful restored pub serving local produce and drinks with 3 stunning en-suite rooms available…

A kitchen

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

Stay & Explore

Exquisite 4* Gold self-catering cottages close to Thornton. Panoramic views. Excellent location for…

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

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

Stay & Explore

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

Double bedroom

Weavers Guesthouse offers luxury guest accommodation in the heart of the picturesque village of…

A double bed

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

Fleece Inn exterior

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

Bradford Digs Bedroom

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

Overlookers Cottage Lounge

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

Stay & Explore

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

Old Registry Exterior

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

A cabin

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

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

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

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

A bedroom

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

Stay & Explore

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

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

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

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