• Bradford’s Heritage Open Days 2026

    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 […]

  • Farfield Friends Meeting House

    Farfield Friends Meeting House Off Bolton Road (B6160), Addingham, Ilkley

    Step inside Farfield Friends Meeting House near Ilkley and discover one of the world’s oldest Quaker meeting houses. Founded in 1689, this modest and peaceful building offers a fascinating glimpse […]

  • Everyday histories of Saltaire Women

    Online

    Discover the stories of women connected with Saltaire whose lives challenged the expectations of their time. This online exhibition celebrates both remarkable achievements and quieter acts of resilience, revealing women […]

  • Bradford Unitarian Church Open Weekends

    Bradford Unitarian Church 7A Russell Street, Bradford, United Kingdom

    Visit this beautiful sacred space and walk a labyrinth. See original stained stained glass and memorials from the Chapel Lane Chapel. Fascinating 18c archives and regular guided conversation on Rational […]

  • Ilkely Manor House – Victorian life at the Old Castle

    Ilkley Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley LS29 9DT

    Step inside Ilkley Manor House and discover Victorian life at the Old Castle through guided tours exploring the Robinson family, historic photographs and artefacts. Families can also enjoy creative activities, […]

  • Historic Bradford in pencil

    Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford

    See Bradford’s historic landmarks brought to life in pencil by artist Nigel Wray. Explore a selection of detailed drawings celebrating treasured buildings and places from across the district, and discover […]

  • Pinny Piece at The Mechanics Institute

    Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford

    Discover Pinny Piece, a full-size appliquéd cotton apron by Caro Blount-Shah featuring twelve blue plaques honouring pioneering women across Bradford district. The work also commemorates the Women’s Humanity League and […]

  • Celebrating Bradford’s Cycling Heritage

    Darley Street Market 16 – 24 Darley St, Bradford

    Celebrate Bradford’s rich cycling heritage at Darley Street Market, from pioneering clubs and record-breaking riders to traditional bicycle frame making. Enjoy a film about Pennine Cycles, historic bikes and archive […]

  • Undercliffe Cemetery: Everyday Histories of Bradford Folk

    The Undercliffe Cemetery Charity The Lodge, Undercliffe Cemetery, Undercliffe Lane, Bradford

    Explore the lives of Bradford people buried at historic Undercliffe Cemetery on a guided tour led by local researchers. Hear remarkable stories uncovered through a five-year project documenting those laid […]

  • Suffrage Sisters in Saltaire and Shipley

    Kirkgate Community Centre 39A Kirkgate, Shipley

    Discover the hidden stories of women who fought for the vote in Saltaire and Shipley. Explore a small exhibition, meet HerVote100 volunteers, try on suffrage hats and sashes and enjoy […]