From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthBreathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthBreathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthBreathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthBreathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthBreathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthNational Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove (Screening)
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsBreathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyFrom Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
Bronte Parsonage Museum Church Street, HaworthWeek of Events
UK City of Culture 2025
UK City of Culture 2025
Bradford 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.
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
On 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.
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
From Haworth To Eternity: The Enduring Legacy Of The Brontës
The 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.
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
THE BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
Experience stunts, comedy, and legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo at this historic circus.
Axe-Throwing
Axe-Throwing
Axes to Ashes is coming to The Fun House, Colne. Inject some spontaneity, some excitement, some togetherness! Reconnect with your partner, your children, your friends. Do something that makes you feel alive. Release that inner Viking Lose your pent-up frustration It's therapy. It's fun. It's addictive. Axes to Ashes isn't an ordinary axe throwing venue with very limited equipment; it has Tomahawks, Angel Axes, Throwing Knives and its very own Axes to Ashes Dragon Axe®. Plus there is an Axelings™ Range which is suitable for children and those with physical impairments which may limit their ability to throw regular projectiles. Various times and prices.
Life Goes On – Exhibition
Life Goes On – Exhibition
An exhibition featuring Ian Beesley, a celebrated Bradford-born photographer. Known for his powerful images of Northern England, Beesley will showcase a collection of previously unseen works from his extensive archive. Wed - Sun 10am - 5pm. Free.
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family. Various opening times.
Train to Save a Dragon Trail
Train to Save a Dragon Trail
Follow the trail and complete the tasks to learn how to save a dragon. Those who complete the trail will receive a special Ready to Save a Dragon Certificate.
Trial By Jury
Trial By Jury
Experience the drama and intrigue of a Victorian-era courtroom like never before! Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. First Saturday of each month. £15/£20.
Build a Chocolate Bar with Jacqueline’s Chocolates
Build a Chocolate Bar with Jacqueline’s Chocolates
Build a 100g bar of handmade chocolate in the HAPPA Café and add toppings of your choice. All bars made will raise funds for the Charity.
Breathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
Breathing Corpses – A dark comedy by Laura Wade
This black comedy opens with a hotel chambermaid’s discovery of a dead body; and, as the play tracks back in time, each scene explains its predecessor.
Six – Musical
Six – Musical
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. Vaious times and prices.
Handbagged
Handbagged
The Iron Lady vs. The Crown: It’s a handbag-off for the ages! Moira Buffini’s clever and fiercely funny comedy is a fly-on-the-wall look at what might have happened when Queen Elizabeth II and Margaret Thatcher came face-to-face in the privacy of the palace. 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm. £15 - £43.
Easter Half Term Family Activities
Easter Half Term Family Activities
Families are invited to enjoy a variety of free activities during the Easter holiday, including crafts, colouring, trails, quizzes, and plenty of fun for all ages. 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm. Family-friendly guided tours will be held at 11am, and 2pm, or visitors can explore the Cathedral on their own with a self-guided tour.
Pony Grooming Sessions
Pony Grooming Sessions
Have you ever wanted to groom a horse or pony? Now is your chance at HAPPA. These sessions allow visitors to groom one of HAPPA’s gentle horses under staff supervision. Suitable for ages 4+.
The Wizarding Adventure
The Wizarding Adventure
One return trip from Bury to Rawtenstall hauled by a genuine heritage (and spell) powered train. An approximately hour and a half wizarding experience with the region’s most pre-eminent enchanters. Wizard themed activities. Ages 5yr - 12yr but anyone is welcome. £20/£17.50.
PINOCCHIO
PINOCCHIO
Join Pinocchio as he sets off on his adventure to Fantasy Island, where he hopes to learn right from wrong and fulfil his dreams of becoming a real boy. 2pm & 6pm. £18, concs £16.
Chicago: Teen Edition
The Dino Adventure
The Dino Adventure
Join our intrepid explorers (10th April and 28th May) on an adventure of Jurassic proportions as we give you the opportunity to get up close and personal with our baby dinosaurs. Your adventure includes a steam train ride from Bury to Rawtenstall and back, a roughly two-hour dino experience with our professional dinosaur handlers, themed activities and plenty of photo opportunities. Various times. £17.50/£20.
The Big Brass Blowout
The Big Brass Blowout
The Big Brass Blowout brings together a variety of class brass acts for three glorious days and nights of music across Bradford District. From Black Dyke classics to bhangra mash-ups, come along to celebrate the best in brass. See website for the full programme of concerts and events.
National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove (Screening)
National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove (Screening)
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. 2pm & 7pm.
Saltaire Farmers Market
Saltaire Farmers Market
The Saltaire Farmers Market takes place on the second Sunday of every month It offers a wide variety of products from local and independent traders, including hot food and drinks, baked goods, cheese, cakes, pies, , brownies, chocolates, charcuterie, fish, fruits, vegetables, jewellery, candles, clothes, gifts, and treats.
Wood Owl and the Box of Wonders + Accompanying Puppet-making Workshop
Wood Owl and the Box of Wonders + Accompanying Puppet-making Workshop
A beautiful new Hoglets play for pre- and primary-aged children. Featuring beautiful handmade puppets, original songs and music and an age-old message that the love we show to others comes back to us in time.
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Experience the ultimate tribute to Whitney’s remarkable musical repertoire in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.
Echoes Of The North
Echoes Of The North
Echoes of the North: Four Chapters in Time captures the North as it’s rarely seen today. Drawn from over 100 fragments of archive film, this evocative silent movie takes audiences down the highways and byways of Northern life in the early 20th century – our communities and industries, our villages and cities, and the landmark moments that defined our lives, with BD1 Brass leading a musical and cinematic celebration of Northern England.
The UK Pink Floyd Experience
The UK Pink Floyd Experience
Celebrating 50 years since the release of the ‘Wish You Were Here’ album, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live – featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and more than two hours of incredible music
Made In Motor City
Made In Motor City
The Made In Motor City performance recreates the classic music and sounds of Motown hits from the 1960s/1970s. The show is dedicated to recreating the Sounds of Detroit (Motor City), fronted by the incredible talents of the bands three female vocalists, Alex Schofield, Loise Leather and Kerry-Jo Reed. £18, concs £16.
The Enchanted Princess Ball
The Enchanted Princess Ball
This Royal Princess Extravaganza is a fast paced, high energy and engaging musical toe tapping adventure that is perfect for the whole family featuring stunning sets, sparkling costumes and lots of songs, dance, laughs and audience participation! Fancy Dress to this show is highly encouraged. £20, concs £18.
Far from the Madding Crowd
Far from the Madding Crowd
Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. Who will she choose? If any of them?
Lionel – The Music Of Lionel Richie
Lionel – The Music Of Lionel Richie
Following his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night at The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. £28 - £30.