UK City of Culture 2025
Various venues BradfordBradford district’s year of culture is set to deliver more than 1,000 new performances and events including 365 artist commissions, a series of major arts festivals and major national and international collaborations. Visit the website for further details.
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthThe Brontës’ enduring popularity is largely explained by the power and originality of the stories they created, but the story of the Brontës’ own lives is as compelling as their fictions. The family’s home at Haworth Parsonage, and the moorland surrounding it, were a profound influence on the Brontës, and became part of the irresistible draw of Haworth for visitors from all over the world.
Town and Country
Northlight Art Studios Valley Road, Hebden BridgeLight, mood and moments captured by two local photographers. Fri 21st Feb - Opening Night 7pm to 9pm Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd Feb 11am to 5pm Will Lake It’s the overall mood of an everyday scene that really catches my eye, and I love to capture natural light – or the lack of it. I shoot on the move and keep things simple and naturalistic, preferring not to use a tripod or filters and doing little or no processing once the image is taken. John Linney I photograph both landscape and towns/streets. I’m as interested in a stunning view as I am a person or townscape captured in a moment. Light, form and movement shape my photography. This collection is based on my street, urban, human work.
84/85 – THE LONGEST YEAR
National Coal Mining Museum New Road, Wakefield84/85 – The Longest Year is a yearlong exhibition and programme of events, held at the National Coal Mining Museum for England. Opened on 6th March 2024, it marks the 40th anniversary of the Miners’ Strike. This exhibition considers the strike through memories and stories of miners and their families. Uniquely positioned at a former working colliery, the Museum addresses the broader picture of the strike and gives a voice to those who experienced it. Free. Open Wed - Sun.
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
Leeds Industrial Museum Armley Mills, Canal Rd, LeedsOn the 300th anniversary of John Smeaton, dubbed the Father of Civil Engineering, our new exhibition celebrates civil engineering in its many forms! Uncover unique objects that were central to Smeaton’s journey and an accompanying exhibition by our Young Smeatonians group which poses challenging questions about the subject. The exhibition is on until 28th Sept 2025.
Nature Inspired
Heart Gallery The Arts Centre, Hebden BridgeExhibition of art and craft, all inspired by nature, with shots from landscape photographers Gunther Walker and Will Lake.
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
Blackpool Tower Circus BlackpoolExperience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus.
DARK SKIES FESTIVAL
Forest of Bowland Various places, Forest of BowlandA week-long festival showcasing the night skies of the Forest of Bowland.
BAYLIGHT ’25
Morecambe Promenade Marine Road Central, MorecambeA free two-day light art trail featuring fun light artworks, hands-on activities, and an exciting parade to kick off the festival.
JAY LEWIS
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickAt age 8, James picked up his first guitar and embarked on a lifelong journey in music. Self-taught, honing his craft through countless hours of listening to the likes of Hendrix, Zeppelin, Floyd, Nick Drake, and many more.
AN EVENING WITH JIMMY WHITE, KEN DOHERTY & JOHN VIRGO
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxA snooker-themed evening hosted by John Virgo, featuring Ken Doherty and Jimmy White with an exclusive trick shot masterclass.