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Discover archaeology, nature, local heritage and family activities this August at Bracken Hall Countryside Centre, Baildon. 

August Theme: Archaeology & Nature

Drop-In Weekends
Every Saturday and Sunday | 12:00-16:00
Enjoy arts and crafts activities, a wildlife garden trail themed around Wings, and explore exhibitions showcasing the local history, heritage and natural history of Shipley Glen and Baildon Moor.

Yorkshire Day Activities
Saturday 1 August | 12:00-16:00
Drop-in family nature arts and crafts celebrating Yorkshire Day.

Walkers Are Welcome Yorkshire Day Moors Walk
Saturday 1 August | 10:00-15:30
An 11-mile guided walk taking in Shipley Glen, Dick Hudson’s, the Millennium Way, the Twelve Apostles, Horncliffe Well and Weecher Reservoir.

Time Trek & Family Activities at Shipley Glen
Sunday 2 August | 13:00-14:30
Join a free guided archaeology and nature-themed Festival of Archaeology walk, followed by family activities at Bracken Hall from 12:00-16:00. Advance booking required.

Saplings Parent & Toddler Group: Sponge Tree
Wednesday 5 August | 10:00-12:00
A monthly nature group for young children and their carers. Reduced rates thanks to National Lottery Heritage Fund support. Advance booking required.

Wild Wednesdays
Wednesdays 5, 12, 19 & 26 August | 14:00-16:00
Free family summer holiday activities led by the Friends of Bracken Hall.

Shipley Glen Tramway Summer Specials
Wednesdays 5, 12 & 19 August | 12:30-16:30
Combine a ride on the historic Shipley Glen Tramway with a visit to Wild Wednesdays at Bracken Hall.

Shipley Glen Family Forest School Session
Friday 7 August | 13:00-15:00
A family activity in partnership with Bradford Libraries as part of the Culture Nature Now programme. Booking required via Bradford Libraries.

Charcoal Nature Drawings
Sunday 9 August | 12:30-15:30
Drop-in art session with artist Nicky Storr, inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of Shipley Glen and Baildon Moor.

Nature Journaling: Guided Roots
Friday 21 August | 18:30-20:30
A guided nature journaling session for women to reconnect, recharge and relax. Advance booking required.