Bradford Cathedral: Everyday Histories- "From the Broad Ford to City of Culture and Beyond!"

From Saxon origins, early 14th century destruction, later medieval re-building, Tudor alterations, Civil War skirmishes, 18th century additions, Victorian improvements and 20th century extensions, this building and site has withstood the tests of time.

What was life like for the people who knew and used this building? What are some of their stories?

Do you have any connections? If so, is it time you visited this important place of your ancestors? If not, why not come and learn about this beautiful and fascinating building and its significant role in Bradford's history.

Join us for a fascinating exploration!

Tours: You can sign up for a general guided tour of the building or a specialist Heritage Open Day guided tour by Maggie Myers, which will highlight some of this building's "everyday" people and their fascinating stories. Tours take place at 14:15.

A self-guided tour will also be available, so that you can tour the building and read the information at your own pace.

Talks: Local historian Derek Barker- "The Day Before Yesterday: St. Peter's Parish Church in 19th Century Bradford"- 12:15
Local historian Cat Stiles- "Memento Mori: Remembering the Dead in Pre-Modern Bradford"- 13:15

Children's activities: Dress up in historical costumes and learn about the stories of some of Bradford's people! There will also be colouring, crafts and family-friendly trails.

Refreshments will be available at our Pop-up Cafe.

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

Event: 12:00-15:00; Talks: 12:15 & 13:15; Tours: 14:15

Location & directions

Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4EH

Directions:

For full details please visit https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/plan-your-visit

Contact on day:

Maggie Myers

Telephone number:

+441274777720

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

To book for the tours (limited numbers) and/or the talks please visit https://bradford-heritage-open-day.eventbrite.co.uk

Booking website:

https://bradford-heritage-open-day.eventbrite.co.uk

Accessibility details

Please be aware that there is one part of the tour that is located in the Lady Chapel, which can only be reached by walking up 4 steps. If you have any accessibility requirements that we need to be aware of please e-mail [email protected] . For more information about getting to us, parking, and accessibility, please visit our website: https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/visit-us/plan-your-visit/

Additional information

Bradford Cathedral is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Set in tranquil gardens the Cathedral is Bradford’s most ancient place of worship, alive with peace, prayer, and a sense of story from its 14 centuries at the heart of the City. For more information about getting to us, parking, and accessibility, please visit our website: https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/visit-us/plan-your-visit/

Max number of people:

25

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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