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Welcome to Bradford

Things To Do Highlights

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…

Rail Story at Ingrow.

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

Salts Mill Exterior

Four comprehensive art galleries featuring over 400 works by David Hockney. Grade II Listed…

Middleton Woods

Middleton Woods is a popular favourite throughout the year.

Darwin Gardens

Darwin Gardens Millennium Green is a place where people can relax, children can play and everyone…

City Hall, Bradford

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

Bradford Faith Trail at Bradford Cathedral

The Bradford Faith Trail offers guided tours of five religious sites on the first Saturday of each…

Visit Bradford Activity

Monster Adventure is a new and exciting company run by people who are passionate about outdoor…

A building and garden

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

A museum display

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

Bradford Beck Plaque on the Pathway.

A self-guided plaque trail reveals a hidden route that the Bradford Beck takes through the heart of…

Five Rise Locks

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

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…

Riverside Parks Bridge

A wonderful circular route from Ilkley through the surrounding woods and villages.

Blue circular plaque on a stone wall commemorating Ilkley Manor House, featuring white text detailing its 14th‑century origins and conversion into the

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

Walking boots

Silsden Strolls are a series of waymarked walks around Silsden.

People looking at stained glass windows

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

12 Apostles on Ilkley Moor

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

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…

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…

A woman holding a lamp

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

All Saints Church Ilkley Exterior

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

Dales Way public footpath signage.

The Dales Way runs for 80 miles from Ilkley in West Yorkshire to Bowness-on-Windermere in Cumbria.

Peel Park

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

What's On Highlights

Poster for Woodlands Cricket Club Bonfire & Firework Night on Saturday 7 November. The design features a large bonfire in the foreground with firework

Woodlands Cricket Club Bonfire & Fireworks Night returns with an evening of family-friendly fun,…

Openings

Season

7th November 2026
Wallace and Gromit with musical instruments

Join us for a screening of Wallace and Gromit: The Wrong Trousers with a LIVE brass band…

Openings

Season

7th November 2026
Chocolate Cakes at Real Food Ilkely

The Real Food Ilkley Market is a celebration of locally produced fine food and drink in the heart…

Openings

Season

4th October 2026

Season

1st November 2026

Season

6th December 2026
A picture of comedian Scott Bennett

Comedian Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even…

Openings

Season

26th May 2027
A painting of a wooded path

A new exhibition at Ilkley Manor House's Solar Gallery

Openings

Season

12th September 2026-15th November 2026
Close‑up of textured tree bark, with soft woodland in the background.

Visitors are invited to join a guided session at Denso Marston Nature Reserve exploring some of the…

Openings

Season

3rd December 2026
Spectators enjoying games and activities at Bradford City AFC's FanZone in the Courtyard at Darley Street Market.

Enjoy Bradford City AFC's family-friendly FanZone at the Courtyard, Darley Street Market, with live…

Openings

Season

10th October 2026

Season

17th October 2026
Promotional poster for The Lobo Jones Duo live at Darley Street Kitchen. The black-and-white design features repeated images of an acoustic guitarist

The Lobo Jones Duo bring their distinctive mix of rockabilly, country and rock ’n’ roll to Darley…

Openings

Season

16th October 2026
A poster advertising the show featuring a singer jumping into the air against a backdrop of a colourful sky with many stars

Get ready for an electrifying night of music and magic with Sky Full of Stars - the most authentic…

Openings

Season

16th October 2026
A picture of comedian Chris Ramsey

Don’t miss Chris Ramsey as he brings his trademark stand-up to St George's Hall, Bradford.

Openings

Season

1st October 2026
Two people wearing headphones sit closely together in a dimly lit radio studio, speaking into a microphone illuminated by warm orange light.

Isaac Julien's landmark 1991 film Young Soul Rebels, a defining work of Black and queer British…

Openings

Season

18th October 2026
A man and a woman dancing in a ballroom in front of a huge glitterball.

Get ready for a high-voltage celebration of rhythm, romance, and pure show-stopping spectacle.…

Openings

Season

3rd March 2027
A pint of beer

Addingham Beer Festival returns for the 14th year on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd October 2026. 

Openings

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2nd October 2026-3rd October 2026
A poster advertising the show

The Chicago Blues Brothers are back at St. George's Hall – and they’re bringing the house down at…

Openings

Season

19th November 2026
Black Dyke Band

Join us this December at Bradford Cathedral as Black Dyke Band and the Bradford Cathedral Choir…

Openings

Season

19th December 2026
A poster advertising the show

The Best of Bublé returns to Bradford Cathedral as part of its 2026 UK tour, formerly known as…

Openings

Season

6th November 2026

Season

6th November 2026
Reindeer Making

Visitors can get into the festive spirit this November by joining the Reindeer Making Workshop at…

Openings

Season

7th November 2026

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14th November 2026

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21st November 2026
Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

After its triumph in the West End, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) - a unique and audacious…

Openings

Season

22nd February 2027-27th February 2027
Boyband In The Buff

Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert with a cheeky twist - starring pop…

Openings

Season

15th October 2026
Needle-felted white ghost holding a bright orange pumpkin against a soft grey background.

Create a needle-felted Halloween ghost with expert Nicky at The Craft House, Bingley, and turn soft…

Openings

Season

25th October 2026
Vicky Jackson tribute artist as Pink

Vicky Jackson brings her stunning and authentic tribute to Pink to Bingley Arts Centre

Openings

Season

15th July 2027
A poster advertising the play

Dr Hannibal Lecter will see you now…Come face to face with the chilling cultural phenomenon The…

Openings

Season

12th October 2026-17th October 2026
A book cover

Ilkley Grammar School welcomes Simon Parker talking about the UK's national parks

Openings

Season

17th October 2026
Artist's studio scene featuring a painted floral bouquet on canvas, resting on a paint-splattered chair beside a worktable with paintbrushes and art m

Join artist Zoe Maxwell for a relaxed Paint and Sip workshop at South Square Centre, Thornton,…

Openings

Season

1st October 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Wharfe View Cottage Bedroom

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

A wedding venue

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

A double bed

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

A kitchen

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

The Black Hat Exterior

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

A bedroom

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

Stay & Explore

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

Hollies Cottage Lounge

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

Stay & Explore

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

Great Victoria Hotel Exterior

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

An old mill building

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

Exterior of One Tivoli Place

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

Oakwood Hall Hotel

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

Old Registry Exterior

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

Delph Barn Dining Room

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

A shop front

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

Stay & Explore

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

Stay & Explore

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

Bradford Digs Bedroom

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

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

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

A sign on a building

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

Abbey Lodge Hotel Exterior

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

A hotel exterior

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

Stay & Explore

Royds Hall Cottage is the perfect location for anyone who loves the countryside, ideal for getting…

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