Bradford is a city rich in history, unique heritage and cultural diversity.
Two centuries ago the city was a key player in the industrial revolution and growing fast with the boom in the wool trade.
In the mid-1800s it was estimated that two-thirds of the country's wool production was processed in Bradford. European merchant settlers brought money and prestige and with it the city became known as the wool capital of the world.
Today, Bradford is a centre of commerce and finance but the legacies of its industrial past are still evident in wonderful buildings and architecture. The Grade 1 listed City Hall with its Italianate clock tower and the gothic styled Wool Exchange provide two fine examples.
Visitors can discover more about Bradford's rich past by taking one of a series of self guided walks. Free local guides include revealing insights into the historic Wool Merchants Quarter of Little Germany and city centre public art.
New age technology is put in the spotlight at the award-winning National Museum of Photography, Film and Television with five floors of interactive displays and three cinemas including the eye popping 3D IMAX. Across the city, the Colour Museum reveals the history, development and technology of colour.
On the outskirts of the city, there is lots more for visitors to see. Cartwright Hall Art Gallery includes an international collection of South Asian Art, whilst the popular Bradford Industrial Museum recreates life in Bradford at the turn of the 19th century.
Attraction
Bolling Hall
Bradford Cathedral
Bradford Industrial Museum & Horses at Work
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Colour Museum (The)
IMAX Bradford
The National Media Museum
Undercliffe Cemetery
Woolston Gallery
Budget
Travelodge Bradford *book online*
Care Home
Ashcroft
Eden Court
Oakhurst Nursing Home
Rookwood Nursing Home
Springfield
Casino
Cinema
Cineworld Multiplex Cinema
IMAX Bradford
Odeon Leeds Bradford
Classes
Dance - Pamela School of Dance
Yoga - Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre
Club
Gasworks Bar
Lingards
Ne2 Nightclub
Reflex Queenshall
Unicorn
Council
Dentist
Allerton Dental Practice
Bedford & Associates
Dental Surgery
Great Horton Dental Practice
Doctor
Estate Agent
Ashworths
Brown William H
Cube Property Management Ltd
D & N Estates
Dyson W G & Sons
Ickringill James & Co
Reeds Rains
Golf Club
Bradford Moor
Clayton
East Bierley
Headley
Queensbury
South Bradford Golf Club
West Bowling
West Bradford Golf Club
Health and Fitness Club
Esporta Health Club
Fitness First Bradford
Inn
Market
Ingleby Road Car Boot
Kirkgate Market
MMA Car Boot
Oastler Market
Saltaire Car Boot
The George Car Boot
Performing Arts
Alhambra Theatre & Studio
Dancestars
Theatre in the Mill
Pub and Bar
Airedale Inn
Albion Inn
Barley Mow
Black Swan
Blue Pig
Commercial Inn
Exchange Ale House
Fiddlers Three
Hare & Hounds
Horse & Farrier
Kings Head
Malt Kiln Inn
Old Duke William
Old Pavilion
Prince Of Wales
Red House
Retro Restaurant & Bar
White Horse Inn
Restaurant
Amore Italian Restaurant
Anam's
Apperley Manor Hotel & Restaurant
Blue Sky
Cartwright Hotel
Chino Thai Chinese Restaurant
Cocina Mexican Restaurant
Commonwealth Restaurant
D J Shoesmith & Partners
Dubrovnik Hotel
Fiddlers Three
Horse & Farrier
Ital Restaurant
Kongs
La Rue
Mamma Mia
Nawaab
New Giuseppes Restaurant
Omar Khans
Retro Restaurant & Bar
Rotisserie (Leeds Bradford Airport)
Westgate
School
Bradford Girls' Grammar School
Bradford Grammar School
Bradford Science Academy
Bronte House
Dancestars
Solicitor
Gordons
Khan Solicitors
Michael Ryan
Petherbridge Hussain
Schofield Sweeney Solicitors
Simpson Duxbury
Whitaker Firth
Taxi
Ace Budget Alpha
Bradford Mini Bus Hire
City Taxis Ltd
Coach Hire Bradford
Manningham Taxis
Metro Radio Cars
Mini Bus Hire Bradford
Union Radio Cars
Theatre
Alhambra Theatre & Studio
Playhouse and Film Theatre
St George's Concert Hall
Theatre in the Mill
Vet
Sports Clubs
Bradford Bandits BMX Club (Cycling)
Bradford Bulls (Rugby League)
Bradford City Football Club (Football)
Bradford Dragons Basketball Club (Basketball)
Bradford Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Bradford Ladies (Women's Hockey)
Bradford Ladies CC (Cricket)
Bradford Salem (Rugby Union)
Denholme CC (Cricket)
East Bradford CC (Cycling)
Shops
Barbara's Flower Shop
Daley's Ltd
D & R Sports
Flower Gallery
James Street Florists
Boots
The Farm Shop
Early Learning Centre
The Olive Branch Fair Trade Shop
Grange Nurseries
Pro Audio Systems Ltd
J Robertson & Son Ltd
Beaumont Opticians
Casson Footwear
Bassi Shoes
J D Sports
Pick N Play Golf Supplies
Staples
Carphone Warehouse
Thorntons
Wickes
Linda's Haberdashery & Crafts
Baby Knitwear
H Samuel
Mothercare
Gamestation
B&Q
Goldsmiths
Annie's Craft & Soap Bar
Specsavers
T K Maxx
J J B Sports
Pets At Home
Richard Baxter Butchers
David Cropper Photography
Wisbey Fireplace Centre
The Greenhouse
Style & Profile
Wisbey Suite Centre
River Island
Outfit
Topman
Topshop
Keelham Farm Shop
Antiques
Activities
University Of Bradford Union Archery Club(Archery)
Bradford RCC(Cycling)
Team Right Track Haro Bikes(Cycling)
The Right Track(Cycling)
Goals Soccer Centre(Football)
Places to Stay near Bradford
Great Victoria Hotel (0.25 miles)
Located in the heart of Bradford city centre the Victoria which has been purchased by the Tomahawk Hotel Group is currently undergoing a 5.5 million pound refirbishment to enable the ... More
New Beehive Inn (0.42 miles)
Westleigh Hotel (0.73 miles)
Only 400 metres from the very heart of Bradford, this traditional Yorkshire stone building has recently undergone a £450,000 refurbishment and now offers 22 comfortable and attractive en suite rooms.
Built in ... More
Park Hotel (1.15 miles)
Dubrovnik Hotel (1.15 miles)
The Dubrovnik Hotel has good access to Bradford city centre and Forster Square and Bradford Interchange train stations. It is stylish, modern and offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site car parking. The award-winning Dubrovnik Hotel has ... More | visit website
Lister Mansion Hotel (1.21 miles)
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The Lister Mansion Hotel has just undergone a 350k refurbishment. We are the only Boutique Hotel in Bradford boasting 14 individually designed bedrooms with 32 ... More
Cedar Court Hotel (1.68 miles)
The Cedar Court Hotel Leeds/ Bradford offers a unique mixture of modern design and friendly, quality service. Located in the perimeter of Bradford, just off of the M606, with direct links ... More
Travelodge Bradford (1.78 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Homeleigh Hotel (2.71 miles)
The Homeleigh Hotel is perfectly placed for historic Saltaire, Bronteland and the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. Homeleigh Hotel offers year-round comfort and hospitality. With the businessman and tourist in mind, we have warm, ... More
Best Western Guide Post Hotel (2.79 miles)
The Guide Post is one of Bradford's finest hotels. With our superb facilities, convenient location and very high standards of service our hotel is the ideal choice for both business and leisure visitors.
The hotel is ... More | visit website
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