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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
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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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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SUMMARY:Modelling the Catherdral
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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LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T134707Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T150000
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SUMMARY:Classrooms & Communities: Bradford’s Education Journey
DESCRIPTION:Step back into the buzz of the classroom\, the thrill of student societies\, and the proud legacy of Bradford’s educational pioneers. Drop in to a day shaped by archives\, small exhibitions\, inspiring talks\, and captivating film screenings — including newly digitised gems from the Bradford Grammar School Film Society (1960–1968)\, shown to the public for the very first time. \nFor one day only\, West Yorkshire Archive Service\, University of Bradford Special Collections and Archives\, Yorkshire Film Archive\, the Mechanics Institute\, the Saltaire Collection at Shipley College\, Hanson Academy and Bradford Grammar School — will unite under one roof to celebrate the stories\, spirit\, and impact of education in Bradford. \nJoin us for a one‑of‑a‑kind celebration of the people\, places\, and learning that shaped generations. \nDrop in all day:\n10:30-15:30 – Open day featuring exhibitions\, archive material\, information stands\n11:00-15:00 – ‘Create Your Own Exercise Book’ through bookbinding workshops – West Yorkshire Archive Service \nTimed activities (no need to book):\n11:00-11:45 – Film Screening – Yorkshire Film Archive & Bradford Grammar School\n12:00-12:45 – Talk: ‘TBC’ – University of Bradford\n14:00-14:45 – Film Screening – Yorkshire Film Archive & Bradford Grammar School [Repeat of 11am screening]
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/classrooms-communities-bradfords-education-journey/
LOCATION:Mechanics Institute Festival Hub
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T134014
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SUMMARY:Modelling the Catherdral - 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
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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SUMMARY:A Saunter Round the Sights (and a Canter up the Cobbles)
DESCRIPTION:The year is 1848. Join Tabbitha Ackroyd (Bronte servant and confidante) and John Brown (grave digger and tippler) for their tour of Haworth. See the sights and get the gossip. Be introduced to doctors and lady novelists\, maiden aunts and sewage inspectors. Keep your eyes peeled and you might spot a Bronte… \nThis event brings history to life through characters and stories the Brontës knew. \nIt is free of charge with museum entrance\, but booking is recommended as there are limited places. It is an outside promenade performance beginning at the Brontë Parsonage Museum and taking place in the churchyard and the top of Main Street. \nThis performance will last approximately 50 mins and is suitable for all ages.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/a-saunter-round-the-sights-and-a-canter-up-the-cobbles/
LOCATION:Bronte Parsonage\, Bronte Parsonage Museum\, Church Street\, Haworth\, BD22 8DR
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T134014
CREATED:20260608T122257Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Traditional Stained Glass Painting
DESCRIPTION:This event is now happening the 15th and 16th of July at 1pm. \nJoin us for a hands on workshop which introduces the techniques of traditional stained glass painting used in medieval and historic stained glass. \nExplore tracing\, matting and shading with vitreous paint working directly onto glass during the workshop. \nEssential Information:\nBOOKING IN ADVANCE is required for this PAID workshop
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/exploring-traditional-stained-glass-painting-2/
LOCATION:Studio 1\, South Square Centre\, Thornton\, BD13 3LD
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T134014
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T124233Z
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SUMMARY:A Saunter Round the Sights (and a Canter up the Cobbles)
DESCRIPTION:The year is 1848. Join Tabbitha Ackroyd (Bronte servant and confidante) and John Brown (grave digger and tippler) for their tour of Haworth. See the sights and get the gossip. Be introduced to doctors and lady novelists\, maiden aunts and sewage inspectors. Keep your eyes peeled and you might spot a Bronte… \nThis event brings history to life through characters and stories the Brontës knew. \nIt is free of charge with museum entrance\, but booking is recommended as there are limited places. It is an outside promenade performance beginning at the Brontë Parsonage Museum and taking place in the churchyard and the top of Main Street. \nThis performance will last approximately 50 mins and is suitable for all ages.
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/a-saunter-round-the-sights-and-a-canter-up-the-cobbles-2/
LOCATION:Bronte Parsonage\, Bronte Parsonage Museum\, Church Street\, Haworth\, BD22 8DR
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260716T220000
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SUMMARY:Topic Folk Club: singers\, musicians & performers evening
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC FOLK CLUB – SINGERS. MUSICIANS & PERFORMERS EVENING. \nThe Castle\, 20 Grattan Road\, Bradford Thursday 16 July . \nDoors 7pm\, start 7.30pm\nNo Booking needed. \nThe Topic are a hub for musicians’ poets and story tellers to share their love of live performance .And a stepping stone for many folk into the world of live music and shows. Providing a supportive and welcoming atmosphere. Tonight’s theme is Bradford’s Heritage. Come along bring your talent or just listen. All welcome
URL:https://bradfordheritageconnection.co.uk/event/topic-folk-club-singers-musicians-performers-evening/
LOCATION:The Castle\, 20 Grattan Road Bradford BD1 2LU
CATEGORIES:Bradford Heritage Festival 2026
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