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  • The image shows the Mechanics Institute Library with a large table in the middle with seating.

    Know Your City!

    Bradford Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford

    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 […]

    Free
  • The image shows a bird on twig with a QR code saying Scan Me.

    Bingley Heritage Trail

    Download your trail here https://bingleyheritagetrail.co.uk/ Download the map and enjoy the wonderful Bingley Heritage Trail at your leisure. With 5 locations to explore plus bonus historic sites there is lots […]

    Free
  • The image shows a to scale model of Bradford Cathedral

    Modelling the Catherdral

    Bradford Cathedral 1 Stott Hill, Bradford

    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 […]

    Free
  • This image shows Penistone Hill pond which is surrounded by green hills and a pathway leading down to the pond

    Penistone Hill Guided Walk

    Bronte Parsonage Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street, Haworth

    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 […]

    Free
  • Photograph of a traditional dry stone wall constructed from stacked flat stones without mortar. In the centre of the wall is a rectangular section of finer stonework, suggesting a repaired area or infilled opening. Wildflowers and grasses grow at the base of the wall, while the roofs and upper walls of nearby stone buildings are visible behind it. The image highlights the craftsmanship and texture of traditional dry stone walling in a rural setting.

    Heritage at St Ives: Dry Stone Walling Demo

    St Ives, BD16 1AT

    Apologies! this event is cancelled but please look for it in the September Heritage Open Days programme at other venuesSee local dry stone walling volunteers repair a section of heritage […]

    Free
  • The image shows the author holding a book with some of the Cones characters in the background.

    Meet the Cones – Storytelling

    Manningham Library Carlisle Road, Bradford

    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 […]

    Free

  • Free Guided Tour of World Heritage Saltaire

    Meet at Saltaire United Reformed Church, Victoria Road

    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 […]

    Free

  • Avenue Stories

    Bradford Park Avenue AFC, Horsfall Community Stadium, Cemetery Road, BD6 2NG

    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 […]

    Free
  • Black-and-white photograph of a woman dressed in vintage-style clothing, including a hat, round glasses, and gloves, holding a protest sign. The sign reads: “WE WANT JUSTICE FOR THE SPINSTER! PENSIONS AT 55.” She appears to be speaking or addressing a crowd, with a blurred outdoor background of trees behind her. The image evokes a historical or theatrical campaign for women's rights and social equality.

    An audience with Florence White political campaigner

    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 […]