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Things To Do Highlights

12 Apostles on Ilkley Moor

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

Holden Park

Holden Park (known locally as Oakworth Park) is absolutely unique, with grottoes and caves twining…

The Craft House Exterior

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

A hand‑drawn mural illustrating the history of heritage crafts in Bradford.

The Heritage Craft Room is a bright, welcoming space at Bradford Industrial Museum where visitors…

Haunted Haworth Ghost Tours

Do the ghosts of Branwell and Emily Brontë still walk the moors of Haworth? Do the spirits of…

Esholt Village

A 5 mile circular walk through Baildon and Esholt

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…

St. Ives Estate, Coppice Pond

Take a walk through St Ives Estate and admire the picturesque lake, woodland and wildlife. Other…

The Worth Way

A challenging walking route around the beautiful Worth Valley.

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…

Keighley Picture House Cinema Exterior

The Picture House, situated in North Street, Keighley, is a purpose built cinema which first opened…

Little Germany

Little Germany is one of Bradford’s most remarkable historic areas, home to one of the largest…

A stream in the woods

A special nature reserve in the heart of the Bradford district.

Five Rise Locks

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

Eccleshill Railway Walk

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

View of Hewenden Viaduct at sunset.

This route intersects with National Route 69 and gives you the opportunity to cross the Grade II…

Top Withens

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

A building and garden

Bracken Hall Countryside Centre, located on the edge of Baildon Moor, close to Shipley Glen, was…

An old mill building

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

External view of Tinker Gallery

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

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…

Pictureville at NSMM

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

Shipley Glen, Baildon.

A lovely sloped area of woodland, rocks and heather just outside Saltaire.

Bowling image via @ Canva.

12 Bowling lanes with computerized scoring, FREE bumper bowling available at all times. Fully…

What's On Highlights

80s Live!

Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK to St. George's Hall - 80s Live!

Openings

Season

24th September 2026
Dirty Dancing

Dirty Dancing returns to the Bradford Alhambra as part of a UK and Irish tour, exploding with…

Openings

Season

26th January 2027-30th January 2027
A picture of a scruffy caravan, painted with a red cross

Regarded as “One of the greatest plays of all time and perhaps the best English play of the…

Openings

Season

24th May 2027-29th May 2027
The Bradford Latvian Club

Expect an exciting mix of lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and dynamic improvisation and…

Openings

Season

2nd October 2026
Victorian-era parlor with ornate wooden furniture, framed portraits, and a chandelier.

Bolling Hall Museum is marking 110 years with new photo displays from the 1870s–1880s and its…

Openings

Season

3rd September 2025-6th September 2026
Bradford Latvian Club

Leeds favourites Big Bamboo are putting a set of Antonio Carlos Jobim's rarer tunes and hits at…

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Season

5th February 2027
A poster for the concert, featuring the band walking along an American highway

Don't miss out on this electrifying event! Join their journey at the King's Hall, Ilkley, and Get…

Openings

Season

17th September 2026
Saltaire Festival View at Roberts Park.

The Saltaire Festival is held annually, a celebration of the arts, community and the village's…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026-20th September 2026
Baildon at Christmas

Baildon is preparing to light up for Christmas with a market and entertainment.

Openings

Season

6th December 2026
A poster advertising the concert

Leeds Musical Theatre Choir are delighted to be bringing a touch of musical Christmas magic to St…

Openings

Season

13th December 2026
A photo of show

Traditional Agricultural & Horticulture Show with something for all the family, including…

Openings

Season

5th September 2026
Members of a harp ensemble perform inside a church, seated with lever harps in front of the altar.

Transpennine Harps perform at Bradford Industrial Museum for an afternoon of harp music, featuring…

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
Three Elvis tribute artists promoting the Elvis World Tour at Bradford Live.

Experience the magic of Elvis as three world-class tribute artists join forces for one spectacular…

Openings

Season

26th November 2026
Three dancers in motion on a stage

Following the award-winning success of the dance film Catch The Bird Who Won’t Fly, Amina Khayyam…

Openings

Season

12th November 2026
A black and white photograph of two boys playing football. The wall of the yard behind them is covered with the names of Manchester bands of the time

Join us at St. George's Hall for That Night In Manchester - a theatre experience that takes the…

Openings

Season

16th April 2027
Promotional poster for Santa’s Grotto: The Magical Pocket Watch at Tong Garden Centre.

Step into a magical 20–30 minute outdoor Christmas adventure at Tong Garden Centre. Book now to…

Openings

Season

21st November 2026-24th December 2026
Brass Band playing at the top of Main Street Haworth.

Haworth's Music Weekend features live performances from brass bands, choirs, and solo musicians…

Openings

Season

12th December 2026-13th December 2026
Afternoon Tea Great Victoria in Bradford

Spoil yourself this Christmas with a delightful afternoon tea at the Great Victoria Hotel in…

Openings

Season

1st December 2026-23rd December 2026
Blacksmiths at work in the forge

Take this chance to step back in time and observe a traditional craftsman at work as we open Dobson…

Openings

Season

16th September 2026

Season

17th September 2026
Hand holding a star-shaped Christmas biscuit beside a striped mug of hot chocolate, with festive lights glowing in the background. (via Canva.)

Breakfast with Santa returns to The Great Victoria Hotel, Bradford — book in advance to avoid…

Openings

Season

19th December 2026-20th December 2026

Season

24th December 2026
Cyclists on a mountain road and the Le Cure cancer charity logo

Cyclists have a new challenge this year with Le Cure’s Hell of the North, starting and finishing at…

Openings

Season

4th October 2026
Steeton Male Voice Choir

Join us at Christchurch, Ilkley, for a concert by Steeton Male Voice Choir, given in aid of the…

Openings

Season

11th September 2026
A poster advertising the event

Three incredible local acts bringing serious energy, noise, and atmosphere to the Main Theatre in…

Openings

Season

25th September 2026
The Proclaimers poster

Bradford Live welcomes the Proclaimers

Openings

Season

17th October 2026

Accommodation Highlights

A bedroom

Beautiful holiday homes in Haworth

A wedding venue

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

Double bedroom

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

Rose Cottage Bedroom

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

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

Travelodge Bradford Central

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

A kitchen

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

Bracken Hall House Exterior

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

A sign post in the countryside

Leeming Wells offers fabulous accommodation in an amazing setting in Oxenhope, near Haworth, it…

An old mill building

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

A cabin

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

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

Oakwood Hall Hotel

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

A double bed

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

Stay & Explore

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

An old building

Victorian mill owner's mansion overlooking the famous Bronte village. Good home cooking and a warm…

The Black Hat Exterior

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

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

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

Daisy Cottage Exterior

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

A sign on a building

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

Stay & Explore

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

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