A turbulent era of rebellion, reinvention and forbidden pleasures comes to life as we explore the English Civil War and Restoration through the eyes—and ears—of the musicians who lived it. Discover the ballads, dances and soundscapes that carried people through a divided nation, from Playford’s lively tunes to the melodies that stirred both Royalist and […]
Jump aboard the time machine with Saltaire Victorian, Pollie Toothill. Travel back to when Sir Titus Salt was around. Become a village character, discover a scandal or two! See key buildings and houses. Learn about Titus’s early life and why Saltaire? It’s factual and fun! Tickets: £10 (£8 under 16 years) All tickets/more info […]
Join historians Cat Stiles and Melissa Seims for a pint or two as they delve into three dark stories of Bradford’s past. Expect witchcraft, plague, and occult discoveries from our city’s hidden history. FREE Drop In. It will be busy arrive early to secure a seat
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. FREE Drop In
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 […]
