Tag: Bradford Heritage Festival
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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…
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Come to this fascinating talk by Jennie Kiff who will share Bradford’s significant role in the sufragette campaign. Bradford played a significant role in the women’s suffrage campaign, but the stories of the local suffragettes have been forgotten. These have now been re-discovered. They provide a fascinating insight into local women’s activism in Bradford before…
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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…
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Join Bingley Suffragette Nell Kenney who will guide you from Saltaire to Shipley Glen up to the site of the Monster Suffragette Rally. INcludes a ride on the magical Shipley Glen Tramway up the glen, hear about the sacrifices and bravery of the suffragettes, ending with a morale boosting song on the glen! Tickets:…
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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
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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…
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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 wall using the time-honoured craft skills that make the Yorkshire landscape so unique. Historical estate near Bingley with walks to Coppice Pond and Lady Blantyre’s…
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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…
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TOPIC FOLK CLUB – SINGERS. MUSICIANS & PERFORMERS EVENING. The Castle, 20 Grattan Road, Bradford Thursday 16 July . Doors 7pm, start 7.30pm No Booking needed. The 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…
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Listen to Sophia Hatfield’s entertaining take on local stories and folklore – with music costume and props! ‘Drop in’ between the above times. Suitable for all ages. Free to Museum visitors