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SUMMARY:Stories Across Generations : A Creative Family History Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore your family history through scrapbooking and creative journaling. Discover how to begin tracing your ancestry using the library’s archives and resources\, then use your own photographs and memorabilia to create a personalised heritage journal page. \nSuitable for adults and young people aged 12+ (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).Free event – booking required via TicketSource:\nwww.ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibraries. 10 places per session. Refreshments provided.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/stories-across-generations-a-creative-family-history-workshop/
LOCATION:Keighley Local Studies Library\, Keighley Library\, North Street\, Keighley\, BD21 3SX
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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SUMMARY:The Bible and Beer: Bradford’s Battle over the Bottle!
DESCRIPTION:Local Historian Dr Simon Ross Valentine will be joining us for a very interesting talk on The Temperance Movement in Bradford! \nA wonderful look back at our Heritage and what life was like for the mill workers of Bradford during the movement\, leaving the question… would you have signed the pledge? \nOur Public Health and Public Safety Exhibition will also be open\, so please do come early to see it! \nDoors open at 10 am for coffee (fitting!) and other refreshments\, and Dr Ross Valentine’s talk will begin at 10:30 am with a chance for questions and discussion afterwards.. \nFREE Please book using the Eventbrite link here The Bible & Beer : Bradford’s Battle over the Bottle! Tickets\, Saturday\, May 9  •  10 AM – 12 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/the-bible-and-beer-bradfords-battle-over-the-bottle/
LOCATION:Bradford Mechanics Institute\, 76 Kirkgate\, Bradford\, BD1 1SZ
CATEGORIES:Heritage Hub Member Events 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T235959
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CREATED:20260427T094520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T094710Z
UID:295-1783900800-1784419199@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Know Your City!
DESCRIPTION:The Mechanics’ Institute is celebrating 200 years at the centre of life in Bradford. Pupils\, teachers\, managers and Presidents of the Institute helped turn Bradford into the Wool Capital of the World. Explore displays on Floors 2 and 3 based on themes: Two Hundred Years of Educating Bradford and Looking after Bradford: Public Health and Public Safety. \nNo need to book please just drop in 9.30am-3.30pm
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/know-your-city/
LOCATION:Bradford Mechanics Institute\, 76 Kirkgate\, Bradford\, BD1 1SZ
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T090253Z
UID:271-1783900800-1784505599@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Second Bradford Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:The second Bradford Heritage Festival will bring the community together to celebrate the rich history\, culture\, and stories that shape Bradford’s identity. Building on the success of the first year\, the festival features local historians\, story telling\, traditional crafts\, guided tours\, and family-friendly activities that highlight the city’s unique past. Attendees enjoyed exploring exhibits\, connecting with local organizations\, and learning about the people and events that have defined Bradford over the years. The festival once again serves as a meaningful opportunity to honor local heritage while strengthening community pride and connection.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/the-second-bradford-heritage-festival/
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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UID:284-1783900800-1784505599@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bingley Heritage Trail
DESCRIPTION:Download your trail here https://bingleyheritagetrail.co.uk/ \nDownload the map and enjoy the wonderful Bingley Heritage Trail at your leisure. With 5 locations to explore plus bonus historic sites there is lots to keep everyone busy and interested.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/bingley-heritage-trail/
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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UID:337-1783900800-1784505599@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bradford’s “Model” Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Visitors are invited to discover a beautifully detailed N Scale model of Bradford Cathedral. Explore the building’s architecture – from tower to transept – at a scale that reveals details often missed at full size. Also on offer is an architectural tour of the building on Thursday 16th July at 11am. \nOpen 10.00am-4.00pm daily. Last entry 3.45pm \nFREE Drop In
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/bradfords-model-cathedral/
LOCATION:Bradford Cathedral\, 1 Stott Hill\, Bradford\, BD1 4EH
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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UID:501-1783900800-1784505599@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Penistone Hill Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:Parsonage visitors are invited to join us for a guided\, moorland walk upon nearby Penistone Hill. We’ll discover the landscape that inspired the Brontes and explore some remnants of its industrial past. \nThe walk is available every day of the Festival 13-19 July 2026\, 2.00-3.30pm.  available to Bronte Parsonage visitors. \nThe walk is quite short\, but includes some hills and rough ground underfoot\, so sturdy footwear is essential. Free to Museum visitors
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/penistone-hill-guided-walk/
LOCATION:Bronte Parsonage\, Bronte Parsonage Museum\, Church Street\, Haworth\, BD22 8DR
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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UID:334-1783960200-1783967400@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stories Across Generations : A Creative Family History Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore your family history through scrapbooking and creative journaling. Discover how to begin tracing your ancestry using the library’s archives and resources\, then use your own photographs and memorabilia to create a personalised heritage journal page. \nFREE Please book using the ticket link www.ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibraries
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/stories-across-generations-a-creative-family-history-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Keighley Local Studies Library\, Keighley Library\, North Street\, Keighley\, BD21 3SX
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260714T153000
DTSTAMP:20260511T193304
CREATED:20260427T153307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T153307Z
UID:509-1784034000-1784043000@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Guided Walk with the Aire Rivers Trust / Friends of Bradford’s Becks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk of Bradford’s Becks. Along the way you will learn about the natural and industrial heritage of these becks\, and hopefully see some special wildlife along the way. \nMeeting Point: Car park in Cliff Wood Avenue\, off Bradford Road\, BD18 3DD. what3words: market.sting.mining \nWalk is Free of Charge \naireriverstrust.org.uk \nbradford-beck.org
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/guided-walk-with-the-aire-rivers-trust-friends-of-bradfords-becks/
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260511T193304
CREATED:20260427T125706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T130236Z
UID:342-1784199600-1784203200@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bradfords 'Model' Cathedral - Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour of the Cathedral’s fascinating architecture\, including Saxon stone fragments\, the medieval elements of the current building\, Victorian changes and mid-20th century extensions by renowned architect Sir Edward Maufe. The tour will start outside but will mainly be based inside. After the tour\, there will be the opportunity to compare the building with Michael’s Scott’s amazing N-Scale model\, which will be on display. \nTickets cost £7 and are available on https://architectural-tour.eventbrite.co.uk .  Book early to avoid disappointment.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/bradfords-model-cathedral-tour/
LOCATION:Bradford Cathedral\, 1 Stott Hill\, Bradford\, BD1 4EH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T193304
CREATED:20260427T120130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T120130Z
UID:309-1784368800-1784372400@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Meet the Cones - Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Cones and discover how they’re helping to look after Bradford’s brilliant city centre! Join us for a fun\, lively reading of Cones and Transforming Bradford and explore the city’s beautiful heritage buildings through the eyes of these colourful characters. With author Chris Madeley. \nFREE Drop In
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/meet-the-cones-storytelling/
LOCATION:Manningham Library\, Carlisle Road\, Bradford\, BD8 8BB
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T143000
DTSTAMP:20260511T193304
CREATED:20260427T120625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T120625Z
UID:317-1784381400-1784385000@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Meet the Cones - Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Cones and discover how they’re helping to look after Bradford’s brilliant city centre! Join us for a fun\, lively reading of Cones and Transforming Bradford and explore the city’s beautiful heritage buildings through the eyes of these colourful characters. With author Chris Madeley. \nFREE Drop In
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/meet-the-cones-storytelling-2/
LOCATION:Eccleshill Library\, Bolton Road\, Bradford\, BD2 4SR
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T235959
DTSTAMP:20260511T193304
CREATED:20260427T084402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T090138Z
UID:274-1789084800-1789948799@bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bradford's Heritage Open Days 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bradford Heritage Open Days forms part of the national Heritage Open Days festival\, under this year’s theme\, Everyday Histories. The event brings together heritage-led organisations and community groups from across Bradford to share their work\, projects and programmes in one welcoming space. \nThrough exhibitions\, talks\, displays and activities\, visitors can explore the ordinary moments and untold stories that have shaped our communities over time. From local traditions and working lives to neighbourhood memories and cultural heritage\, Bradford’s rich and diverse histories are celebrated and shared. \nWhether you’re discovering something new or reconnecting with familiar stories\, Bradford’s Heritage Open Days offers a chance to experience the district’s collective heritage together.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/bradfords-heritage-open-days-2026/
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2026
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