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Bradford
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Bradford in West Yorkshire has always been a town built around business. Its dominance in the textile industries of the 19th century earned it the name of the wool capital of the world. A diverse population population give Bradford a great multicultural vibe. This spirit bursts out in unstoppable fun and colour throughout the year with a variety of festivals and events. However, the main event is the Bradford Mela, regularly attracting up to 100,000 visitors!
City highlights
Bradford Cathedral Alhambra Theatre National Media Museum
As you’d imagine, Bradford’s textile history means plenty of sights devoted to the rag trade, including the Colour Museum run by the Society of Dyers and Colourists, and the UNESCO World Heritage site known as Saltaire, once a progressive industrial village built in 1852. Its central factory is now a spacious and bright museum, featuring work by Hockney. It’s not all textiles though! There are several notable Victorian and Edwardian landmarks, and the National Media Museum is a fascinating look into the story of media communication, from phtography right up to the Internet.
And naturally, if you’re visiting a place as culturally diverse as Bradford, you can expect excellent restaurants to reflect that, and you won’t be disappointed. 37 parks and gardens are open to the public within the city, as well as a selection of theatres and music venues.
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And naturally, if you’re visiting a place as culturally diverse as Bradford, you can expect excellent restaurants to reflect that, and you won’t be disappointed. 37 parks and gardens are open to the public within the city, as well as a selection of theatres and music venues.
If you need a hotel in Bradford check out what makes Jurys Inn Bradford Hotel the perfect choice.
Why not visit some of Bradford's cultural sites while you stay with Jurys Inn!
Attractions
- National Media Museum
- Alhambra Theatre
- St Georges Hall
- Yorkshire Moors/Dales
- Saltaire World Heritage Site (Including the superb Salts Mill)
- Skipton Castle
- Haworth (Bronte Country)
- Skipton Market
- Numerous steam railways
- Numerous fantastic golf courses
- Bradford Cathedral
- The Best Indian restaurants in the country
- Cartwright Hall
- Harewood House
- Bolton Abbey
- Esholt village (Emmerdale Village, including the Woolpack)
- Leeds to Liverpool Canal (including Bingley Five Rise Locks)
- Cow and Calf Rocks on the outskirts of Ilkley
- Xscape is only a short drive to Castleford (indoor ski centre with climbing activities, bars, cinema and restaurants)
- Real Ale tours
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