Avenue stories: A heritage coffee drop at the Horsfall Bradford Park Avenue AFC, Horsfall Community Stadium, Cemetery Road, BD6 2NG Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Heritage Coffee Drop at Horsfall Stadium, celebrating the rich history of Bradford Park Avenue. This informal gathering invites supporters of all ages to come together over a cup […]
FREE DROP IN Get your dancing shoes on for a free family party at the National Science and Media Museum. Join the Storywala caravan, test your music knowledge in a live family gameshow, get hands-on in creative workshops, party the afternoon away at a silent disco and more! Join the Bradford South Asian Festival’s storywala […]
Come and meet former mill worker Florence White, a forgotten Bradford trailblazer, fought tirelessly for justice for ‘spinsters’ forced to work until 70. Born into poverty and leaving school at 12, she used education and politics to win retirement at 60 for women nationwide. Meet the remarkable woman who challenged the establishment — and won. […]
Head to South Square for a great mix of free events and exhibitions. See an heritage display in the Community Room and hear talks from the Thornton Antiquarian Society who will have an open studio for you to explore their archive. Plus, they’ll be free demonstrations from Sue Tomkins, a member of StrawCraftsmen, showing you […]
See Saltaire on one of four exceptional two hour visits led by knowledgeable local historians. Why exceptional? Read on. Your exceptional experience will start at the United Reformed Church with a slideshow painting Saltaire’s backstory. Then you’ll visit the church’s glorious worship room and Sir Titus Salt’s family mausoleum. A walking tour of the village’s […]
Your exceptional experience will start at the United Reformed Church with a slideshow painting Saltaire’s backstory. Then you’ll visit the church’s glorious worship room and Sir Titus Salt’s family mausoleum. A walking tour of the village’s star locations follows. This event is FREE but we trust you will make a donation to support the work […]
Roll up, roll up! Take on our heritage carnival games — Roll‑a‑Coin, Ball‑in‑a‑Bucket and Table Quoits — led by our very own Victorian Carnival Host. Step up, have a go, and claim your bragging rights. Also enjoy some live music and look out forhistorical character Florence White making an appearance! Free drop in.
Shipley Summer Special returns on the 18th July with free family fun including markets, music, skateboarding, inflatables, a climbing tower and games across town. This year also highlights local heritage, featuring canal artworks, heritage trail ideas, and the naming of new sheep sculptures celebrating Shipley’s history. Drop in FREE
Visit the Engine Shed railway museum and hunt for items which help tell our story – prize for everyone who takes part. Free entry if you buy a Rover Ticket to travel on the KWVR. If not, you can buy a joint entry ticket to visit both the Engine Shed and Carriage museums (£6 adults, […]
Coming to Ilkley Manor House, photo ILKLEY is Ilkley’s first photography festival that brings together emerging talent and important contemporary voices. Discover winning images from the Young Photographers Competition and compelling projects exploring identity, inequality and representation. FREE Drop in. There plenty of off street parking as well as parking in the main car park […]
