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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

Walking boots

Silsden Strolls are a series of waymarked walks around Silsden.

Photo by A. B. on Unsplash

The ancient woodland in South Bradford has stood for a millennium and spans 40 hectares.

An old mill building

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

Ilkley Manor House Exterior

Situated within the beautiful surroundings of the Wharfe Valley, one of Ilkley's oldest buildings,…

Rail Story at Ingrow.

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

Middleton Woods

Middleton Woods is a popular favourite throughout the year.

Black Dyke Mills Hannah White

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

The iconic Cow and Calf Rocks on Ilkley Moor.

An energetic walk with some steep ascents and descents and spectacular views of Baildon Moor and…

People looking into a pond outside a large manor house

Built in 1904 in Baroque style as an art gallery. Permanent collection of 19th and 20th century…

External view of Tinker Gallery

The Tinker Gallery opened in April 2022 with an exhibition of contemporary and original art by…

Exterior: Ilkley Manor House.

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

Shipley Glenn Tramway

Britain's oldest working cable hauled tramway opened in 1895 run entirely by volunteers.

Tapestry Arts in Tong.

Tapestry - it’s a real chameleon in Bradford - a live music venue, a comedy club, a little theatre,…

View from Ilkley Moor

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

Brontë Parsonage Museum Garden (c) Bevan Cockerill

The Brontës are the world's most famous literary family and Haworth Parsonage was their home from…

City Hall, Bradford

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

Visit Bradford Activity

Laser mania Queensbury is Yorkshire’s newest military laser tag attraction.

Funzy Exterior

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

Ilkley Playhouse Exterior

Ilkley Playhouse is dedicated to the presentation of live amateur theatre and other arts activities…

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…

Five Rise Locks

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

Window of Mrs Duttons

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

City Park Fountains

City Park is a six-acre park in the heart of Bradford which contains the largest man-made water…

A museum display

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

What's On Highlights

Musicians playing

Dean Owens and the Sinners play The Live Room

Openings

Season

24th April 2026
Tools and materials laid out for a hair art workshop.

A hands‑on workshop at the Brontë Event Space in the Old School Room where participants create…

Openings

Season

23rd May 2026
A poster for the show, featuring Wallace and Gromit holding instruments

Enjoy these Wallace & Gromit classics brought to life by live brass ensemble, The KNDS Fairey Band!

Openings

Season

14th March 2026
A poster advertising the show, featuring a picture of the character Clinton Baptiste

Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation's favourite clairvoyant medium,…

Openings

Season

8th May 2026
A picture of a steam train going through the countryside. There are bluebells in the foreground

Board the KWVR this Easter

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-12th April 2026
A woman with a guitar

Dar Williams plays The Live Room

Openings

Season

4th October 2026
Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

Over the four days, you’ll be able to ride behind guest locomotives and home fleet at the Keighley…

Openings

Season

19th March 2026-22nd March 2026
A poster advertising the show

Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the 1994 Oscar-winning film, is back with a dazzling UK and…

Openings

Season

6th July 2026-11th July 2026
A picture of musician John Lydon

He's a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. He will talk about how he sees life,…

Openings

Season

2nd March 2026
A man posing

Silsden Town Hall presents a night of disco

Openings

Season

14th March 2026
Sewing Connections poster

A new exhibition from local artists at South Square Centre

Openings

Season

6th February 2026-5th April 2026
A man in sportswear

Kevin Sinfield arrives at the Bingley Little Theatre.

Openings

Season

23rd September 2026
Oxenhope Charity Straw Race

A fantastic charity race through Oxenhope.

Openings

Season

5th July 2026
A picture of an artist on stage, holding their hands out to an audience

Let Me Entertain You - A Tribute To Robbie Williams is a brand-new unforgettable concert show…

Openings

Season

23rd April 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
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
The Comedy Store logo

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

Openings

Season

21st March 2026
A picture of comedian Susan Calman

Susan Calman hasn’t been on tour in ten years, but now she’s back with a brand-new show.

Openings

Season

14th October 2026
Film MOMO, featuring the young heroine at the centre of the story.

Leeds Young Film Festival brings family films, creative activities and VR experiences to…

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-31st March 2026
The Cavern Beatles

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

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
A poster advertising the show

Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology…

Openings

Season

20th March 2026
London Bollywood Orchestra

The London Bollywood Orchestra presents Sounds of Mumbai.

Openings

Season

1st May 2026
Totally Blondie poster

A tribute to Blondie at Tapestry Arts

Openings

Season

21st March 2026
The Great Ilkley Duck Race 2026

Come and join us for the Great Ilkley Duck Race 2026, and help raise funds for local charities.

Openings

Season

18th April 2026

Accommodation Highlights

The Gin Lounge Bar

Six boutique Edwardian hotel suites with roll-top baths and views of Ilkley Moor.

Hawksbridge Cottage Exterior

1830s semi detached cottage with breath taking views of surrounding countryside, near to moors,…

Bradford Digs Bedroom

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

A hotel exterior

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

Bedroom | Leonardo Hotel

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

Stay & Explore

Located on the outskirts of the famous village of Haworth in the heart of Bronte Country, this…

A double bed

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

Stay & Explore

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

Delph Barn Dining Room

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

Stay & Explore

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

Daisy Cottage Exterior

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

Wharfe View Cottage Bedroom

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

Stay & Explore

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

A farmhouse

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

Stay & Explore

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

Higher Scholes Cottage Exterior

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

A sign on a building

Discover comfort and convenience at the Cambridge Hotel Bradford Central, nestled in the heart of…

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

Large farm house set in green belt with all ensuite rooms. Great views down the Aire Valley. Ideal…

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

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

The Black Hat Exterior

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

An old mill building

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

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