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Bradford Heritage Festival

Join us for an unforgettable celebration at the inaugural Bradford Heritage Festival, taking place from 11 to 13 July, 2025!

This exciting new Festival will showcase the rich history and heritage of Bradford district, offering a diverse lineup of activities, events and workshops that cater to families, enthusiasts and visitors alike.

Explore the heart of our community as you immerse yourself in local heritage, through uncovering new stories, taking part in engaging interactive sessions or captivating exhibitions and tours.

Whether you’re a history buff looking to deepen your knowledge or a family seeking fun and educational experiences, the Bradford Heritage Festival has something for everyone.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the past and celebrate our present! Mark your calendar and join us in making history as we launch the first-ever Bradford Heritage Festival.

Let’s make unforgettable memories together in Bradford district!

Bradford Heritage Festival

A Moving Image Legacy for Bradford

Mechanics Institute 76 Kirkgate, Bradford BD1 1SZ

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Mapping Bradford’s History

Bradford Mechanics Institute Library

Bradford Mechanics Institute Library, 76 Kirkgate, Bradford, BD1 1SZ

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Guided Tour of World Heritage Saltaire

Saltaire United Reformed Church Victoria Road Saltaire Shipley BD18 3LF

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Thornton Antiquarians Exhibition

Thornton Community Centre, Market St, BD13 3HW

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A Bingley Byron Walk – Celebrating the life and poems of John Nicholson

A walk from the Ling Bob Pub (BD15 0JU) to the Malt Shovel (BD16 1BG) via Wilsden Cemetery and Goit Stock Falls.

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Willie Riley – His Life and Archive

J.B. Priestley Library, Unversity of Bradford, Richmond Road, BD7 1DP

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Railway History & Heritage

Learning Coach, Ingrow West Station Platform, South Street, Ingrow, BD21 5AX

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