All are welcome to this contemplative service of Holy Communion.

The service takes place in St Aidan's Chapel.

Access to the cathedral is possible from 8am via the pedestrian gate on Stott Hill. On entering the cathedral through the North Porch, turn immediately left and walk up the side aisle to the far end of the cathedral (up two sets of short steps). St Aidan's Chapel is shortly on your left, down a couple of steps.

Members of the congregation routinely share breakfast together after the service in the Roof Top Café, and any visitors are most welcome to join them.

All are welcome to join us online for morning prayer, which comprises the prayerful reading of the scriptures and intercessory prayer.

This is led by the clergy from the cathedral or by others from their homes. Participants may either listen or take a speaking role.

For more information please visit https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/worship-music/prayer-study/

'Our Bradford' is an exhibition created by Airedale Stitchers. Our starting point was thinking about what makes Bradford home for us. Our ideas were diverse, memories of growing up and working in the area to the love of the landscape and the historical industrial heritage. These are represented in a variety of textile techniques.

There will be an official launch on Thursday 15th May at 2pm. To sign up for the launch event see the link below.

Weaving Stories is an exciting art and heritage project led by Bradford Cathedral as part of our contribution to the UK City of Culture 2025, with funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Through a loom installation in the Cathedral, we will invite local communities to co-create a breathtaking new tapestry, weaving together the rich, shared stories of Bradford's wool trade—a heritage deeply embedded in the city's diverse, global communities. The loom will be accompanied by a special 'sound tapestry': a recorded collection of voices and stories.

This project is about more than preserving history; it's about bringing people together. By taking part, you will help safeguard an at-risk heritage craft, learn new skills, and build lasting connections with one of Bradford's most significant cultural spaces.

The completed tapestry will then go on display in the Cathedral after a launch event on St. Blaise Day, Tuesday 3rd February 2026.

There will be an official launch on Saturday 10th May at 3pm.

All are welcome to this quiet, said service of Holy Communion, using Common Worship.

The service takes place in St Aidan's Chapel. On entering the cathedral through the North Porch, turn immediately left and walk up the side aisle to the far end of the cathedral (up two sets of short steps). St Aidan's Chapel is shortly on your left, down a couple of steps.

After the service, members of the congregation are invited to share a cup of tea or coffee together at the west end of the cathedral.

All are welcome to join us in-person in the Lady Chapel for midday prayer, which comprises the prayerful reading of the scriptures and intercessory prayer.

This is led by the clergy from the cathedral or by others from their homes. Participants may either listen or take a speaking role.

For more information please visit https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/worship-music/prayer-study/

Our weekly organ recital series showcases top-class performers playing beautiful music from across the centuries in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

The season is themed around Bradfordian Organ Music - music from composers with a connection to the City and District.

Entry is free and there is an optional buffet lunch at 12:30pm before the recital for £4. There is also a Retiring Collection towards the costs of the recitals.

You can find out more about the recital - and recitalist - in our weekly 'Notes from an Organist' interviews.

This season's organists:
7th May - Robert Poyser (Beverley Minster)
14th May - Jeffrey Makinson (Lincoln Cathedral)

4th June - William Campbell (Bradford Cathedral)
11th June - Tom Winpenny (Freelance Organist)
18th June - Milkica Radovanovic
25th June - Alex Berry (Great St. Mary's, Cambridge)

2nd July - Graham Thorpe and William Campbell, joined by Junior Scholars Aaran and Edward
9th July - Graham Thorpe (Bradford Cathedral)

All are welcome to join us online for evening prayer, which comprises the prayerful reading of the scriptures and intercessory prayer.

This is led by the clergy from the cathedral or by others from their homes. Participants may either listen or take a speaking role.

For more information please visit https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/worship-music/prayer-study/

Bradford Cathedral is fortunate enough to have in its collection a number of beautiful, intricate and historically significant ecclesiastical textiles. These include altar frontals and other textiles designed by Morris & Co., the Leek Embroidery Society, Bradfordian artist Ernest Sichel and renowned Bradfordian embroiderer, Louisa Pesel, who designed an altar frontal that was worked on by shell-shocked soldiers during World War One. There are also contemporary textiles designed by Polly Meynell. Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ- some of which are rarely on display- and hearing the fascinating stories behind them.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.

The 1pm 'Ecclesiastical Textiles' Tour has been cancelled, but you can still attend the 11am tour. Tickets can be booked at https://ecclesiastical-textiles-june-2025-1.eventbrite.co.uk

Compline is sung by the choristers on Thursdays at 6:15pm. All are welcome to attend.

✨ Join us on June 13th at 19:00 at the magnificent Bradford Cathedral for 'Our precious concert' – one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes!

Experience the majestic and timeless music of the legendary Lord of the Rings films in a breathtaking concert that will transport audiences straight into the heart of Tolkien's universe. Howard Shore's iconic soundtrack has captivated millions worldwide, and now, we bring it to you!

Performed by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, this magical evening will transport you instantly into the heart of Tolkien's universe, where elves, hobbits, and dwarves roam. The virtuoso playing of the musicians will bring to life the stirring, powerful, and deeply emotional compositions of Howard Shore, the three-time Academy Award winner, whose work shaped the very essence of Peter Jackson's cinematic masterpiece.

A powerful celebration of choral grandeur, from Parry's resplendent I Was Glad and Blest Pair of Sirens to Vierne's magnificent Messe Solennelle, written for the spectacular surroundings of Notre Dame. The ancient Gregorian chant Ave maris stella meets Judith Weir's vivid reimagining and Anna Thorvaldsdottir's Heyr þú oss himnum á offers an otherworldly moment of contemplation. We're delighted to include music with strong Yorkshire connections – motets recently written by Daniel Justin and Anthony Gray – and we're joined by the brilliant organist William Campbell, Assistant Director of Music at Bradford Cathedral, for this programme.

All are welcome to this quiet, said service of Holy Communion, following the form given in the Book of Common Prayer (1662).

This takes place in the Lady Chapel, at the eastern end of the cathedral. Access into the cathedral is possible via the pedestrian gate on Stott Hill from 7.45am.

Breakfast is shared after this service on the first Sunday of the month.

If you require any further information, please email [email protected]

All are welcome to the Sunday Eucharist, our focal act of worship for the Cathedral. In this service, we gather together in praise and prayer, we listen to the scriptures, and we share bread and wine together as Jesus commanded his disciples to do.

The liturgy follows the pattern of Common Worship and with elements of the service sung by the Cathedral Choir. The service is also live-streamed via the cathedral's YouTube channel and Facebook page.

Please view or download the service booklet from our website.

All are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong, a choral setting of Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer (1662), sung by the Cathedral Choir during term time. This is a meditative service in which the congregation participate through their presence and prayerful engagement with the spoken and sung texts.

For further details concerning the music, please refer to the music list which may be found on the music page of the cathedral's website.

All are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong, a choral setting of Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer (1662), sung by the Cathedral Choir during term time. This is a meditative service in which the congregation participate through their presence and prayerful engagement with the spoken and sung texts.

For further details concerning the music, please refer to the music list which may be found on the music page of the cathedral's website.

Curates who have completed a year of being a Deacon will gather in the cathedral to be ordained Priest by the Rt Revd Toby Howarth, Bishop of Bradford. Want to know more about what a priest is, does and looks like? Come along, but don't forget that God calls all his baptised people to be a part of the royal priesthood!

All are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong, a choral setting of Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer (1662), sung by the Cathedral Choir during term time. This is a meditative service in which the congregation participate through their presence and prayerful engagement with the spoken and sung texts.

Choral Evensong on a Sunday also includes a brief sermon.

For further details concerning the music, please refer to the music list which may be found on the music page of the cathedral's website.

Come and see what happens when you mix Bradford’s textile heritage with a vibrant creative community to produce a large-scale art installation, highlighting climate change trends in Yorkshire. Almost 3.5 million stitches have been knitted by volunteers into a 15 metre long warming stripe display that charts our changing temperature from the 1850s to present. This is a unique piece that inspires and empowers us all to take climate action.

There will be an official launch on Saturday 5th July. Please book your free place via https://bradfordcathedral.churchsuite.com/events/x20wgq1t

Knit the Stripes is brought to you by Craft for Climate. Launched in 2024, Craft for Climate is connecting people through craft and climate action. Our creative projects engage communities in positive climate conversations to support optimism and empower action.
Craft for Climate is a collaboration between Sustainability Sorted and The Little Craft House. Thanks also to Saltaire Women's Institute, Shipley Council, West Yorkshire Spinners, The Salt Foundation and The Men’s Shed for their support with the project.
For more information on Craft for Climate and our Knit the Stripes exhibit, visit our project website or email us at [email protected].

Ever wondered what’s in a church, masjid, mandir or gurdwara? The Bradford Faith Trail offers a unique opportunity to discover a little bit about Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Christian (Roman Catholic and Church of England) faith buildings, about the faiths within and how they link into Bradford’s local community culture and faith heritage.

The Bradford Faith Trail takes in five fascinating places of worship. You can visit as many places of worship as you like – each place of worship will be open for set times and you will be shown round by experienced guides who are there to answer your questions, and to make your visit more informative and enjoyable. You will then be accompanied to the next venue.

The Faith Trail normally takes place on the first Saturday of the month from March-October and can be walked on foot in a day. The whole trail starts at 10am at St Peter’s Catholic Church and finishes at approx 3:45pm at Bradford Cathedral.

The 2025 dates:
Saturday 1st March
Saturday 5th April
Saturday 3th May
Saturday 7st June
Saturday 5th July
Saturday 2nd August
Saturday 6th September
Saturday 4th October

Booking is essential. If you would like more information or to book a place please e-mail [email protected] as the first contact, or call 01274 77 77 20. Booking closes on the Wednesday before each Faith Trail date.

Join us to Knit the Stripes in Bradford Cathedral!
Craft for Climate are excited to be displaying our 15-metre long exhibit of the warming stripes in Bradford Cathedral over the summer.
We would like to invite everyone who has been part of the project (and new Craft for Climate supporters) to join us for a special launch event on Saturday 5th July (4.30 - 6pm). Along with the chance to see the stripes in this new space, together we will knit and crochet the 2025 scarf to add to the exhibit.
Yarn will be provided and refreshments will be available. Bring your knitting needles or crochet hook to join us as we craft for climate!
The event is free to attend but we welcome a pay as you feel donation on the day to cover ongoing Craft for Climate project costs. If you are bringing your own crochet hook or knitting needles, recommended size 3.75 - 4.5mm.
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Launched in 2024, Craft for Climate is a community art project connecting people through craft and climate action. It is a collaboration between Sustainability Sorted and The Little Craft House
Our projects engage communities in positive climate conversations to support optimism and empower action.
Thanks also to Saltaire WI, Shipley Council, West Yorkshire Spinners, The Salt Foundation and The Men’s Shed for their support with the project.
For more information on Craft for Climate and our Knit the Stripes exhibit, visit our project website or email us at [email protected].

Baroness Sayeeda Warsi in conversation, will explore the shifting and contested landscape of interfaith relations in the 21st century. How is this playing out in places like Bradford and what can we, as City of Culture, learn from our good and more challenging experiences of the past?

Bradford Literature Festival comes to a spectacular close with a powerful celebration of devotional music from across faith traditions.

Set within the stunning surroundings of Bradford Cathedral, this special evening brings together a diverse array of sacred music styles, performed in a multitude of languages and traditions.

Audiences will experience an inspiring blend of prayerful music, poetry, and spoken word, as individual artists, choirs, and worship groups take to the stage.

This unique event offers both musical joy and spiritual reflection –  an uplifting finale that honours unity, diversity, and the shared language of devotion.

Woven lives is a beautiful and powerful artwork which talks of the lives and stories of the people of Bradford. The woven coloured glass and symbols, lit from within, show how light and dark times are all part of the story of community and connection.

Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ - some of which are rarely on display.

Bradford Cathedral is fortunate enough to have in its collection a number of beautiful, intricate and historically significant ecclesiastical textiles. These include altar frontals and other textiles designed by Morris & Co., the Leek Embroidery Society, Bradfordian artist Ernest Sichel and renowned Bradfordian embroiderer, Louisa Pesel, who designed an altar frontal that was worked on by shell-shocked soldiers during World War One. There are also contemporary textiles designed by Polly Meynell. Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ- some of which are rarely on display- and hearing the fascinating stories behind them.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.
Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ - some of which are rarely on display.

Bradford Cathedral is fortunate enough to have in its collection a number of beautiful, intricate and historically significant ecclesiastical textiles. These include altar frontals and other textiles designed by Morris & Co., the Leek Embroidery Society, Bradfordian artist Ernest Sichel and renowned Bradfordian embroiderer, Louisa Pesel, who designed an altar frontal that was worked on by shell-shocked soldiers during World War One. There are also contemporary textiles designed by Polly Meynell. Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ- some of which are rarely on display- and hearing the fascinating stories behind them.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.

In July, as part of our “Weaving Stories” project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we are holding two days of free events which will appeal to crafting groups, crafters, general members of the public and families.

Included in the activities over the two days will be opportunities to: watch demonstrations by stone carvers and the Bradford Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers; try your hand at embroidery and basic weaving; view our current “Knit the Stripes” and “Woven Lives” exhibitions; see the Cathedral stitchers in action, and much much more.

As well as all these free events there will also be the opportunity to learn more about the textiles and other beautifully-crafted treasures of the Cathedral, by joining one of our ecclesiastical textiles’ or craft-centred tours of the Cathedral.

Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ - some of which are rarely on display.

Bradford Cathedral is fortunate enough to have in its collection a number of beautiful, intricate and historically significant ecclesiastical textiles. These include altar frontals and other textiles designed by Morris & Co., the Leek Embroidery Society, Bradfordian artist Ernest Sichel and renowned Bradfordian embroiderer, Louisa Pesel, who designed an altar frontal that was worked on by shell-shocked soldiers during World War One. There are also contemporary textiles designed by Polly Meynell. Join us as we tour the Cathedral, seeing these stunning textiles in situ- some of which are rarely on display- and hearing the fascinating stories behind them.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.

This is an opportunity to have a guided tour of the Cathedral, with extra information about some of our beautifully-crafted features, objects and textiles.

Join Bradford's Chordiality Choir and the National Festival Orchestra for a summer evening of choral and orchestral classics featuring Gabriel Faure's famous Requiem and much more.

For tickets please contact [email protected]

All are welcome to attend, whether you wish to come monthly, as a one-off or dip in and out.

We would love to see you! All talks are followed by refreshments and the meetings begin with a prayer and hymn.

This month's talk is by Jane Clark - Antarctica: Wilderness at the Edge of the World

Monday 11th August
Summer Fellowship - Cream Tea at the Deanery

The famous Victorian artist and designer William Morris founded Morris & Co. and, along with renowned figures such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Edward Burne-Jones and Ford Madox Brown, created many pieces of stunning stained glass, some early examples of which are on display in four locations in Bradford Cathedral. The stained glass also includes a figure, recently discovered to have been designed by William De Morgan.

The tour will also include an appreciation of the magnificent West Window, a beautiful Pre-Raphaelite window designed by Heaton, Butler and Bayne.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.
Places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.

The famous Victorian artist and designer William Morris founded Morris & Co. and, along with renowned figures such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Edward Burne-Jones and Ford Madox Brown, created many pieces of stunning stained glass, some early examples of which are on display in four locations in Bradford Cathedral. The stained glass also includes a figure, recently discovered to have been designed by William De Morgan.

The tour will also include an appreciation of the magnificent West Window, a beautiful Pre-Raphaelite window designed by Heaton, Butler and Bayne.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.
Places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Celebrate the British summer with our free family activities at Bradford Cathedral. There will be summer crafts and colouring for younger children, as well as quizzes, information, colouring, sketching and crafts for older children. Parents, grandparents and carers are welcome to join in with the fun as well!

A family-friendly guided tour takes place at 11:30. There is so much to see and do at Bradford Cathedral and everyone is welcome!

Booking is advised in order to ensure a place.
Children must be accompanied at all times by an adult.

Celebrate the British summer with our free family activities at Bradford Cathedral. There will be summer crafts and colouring for younger children, as well as quizzes, information, colouring, sketching and crafts for older children. Parents, grandparents and carers are welcome to join in with the fun as well!

A family-friendly guided tour takes place at 2:30pm. There is so much to see and do at Bradford Cathedral and everyone is welcome!

Booking is advised in order to ensure a place.
Children must be accompanied at all times by an adult.

As part of Bradford 2025 activities, we are offering a series of tours of Bradford Cathedral during the course of this year. If you have always wanted to learn more about this beautiful building, its history and its treasures, this is your opportunity! There is no other location in Bradford where you can learn about a history stretching back almost 1,400 years, and tour a beautiful medieval building with Saxon fragments, Victorian and 20th century extensions, stunning Morris & Co. and other stained glass and many historic and contemporary features.

As part of Bradford 2025 activities, we are offering a series of tours of Bradford Cathedral during the course of this year. If you have always wanted to learn more about this beautiful building, its history and its treasures, this is your opportunity! There is no other location in Bradford where you can learn about a history stretching back almost 1,400 years, and tour a beautiful medieval building with Saxon fragments, Victorian and 20th century extensions, stunning Morris & Co. and other stained glass and many historic and contemporary features.

Step into a spellbinding neoclassical programme that leads audiences on a luminous journey through emotion and awe.

Featuring the visionary works of Hans Zimmer, Ludovico Einaudi, and Max Richter, this concert blends cinematic grandeur, minimalist clarity, and haunting melodic nuance.

Zimmer's expansive compositions, like "Cornfield Chase" from Interstellar, conjure the vastness of space, while Einaudi's delicate piano-driven pieces, such as "Petrichor", invite quiet reflection. Richter's poignant "Sofa Chess" and the ethereal "Infra 4" interlace timeless restraint with contemporary texture.

Together, these composers shape a sonic cosmos — where orchestral detail meets atmospheric depth, offering listeners a chance to dwell in the infinite sounds of the universe.

The famous Victorian artist and designer William Morris founded Morris & Co. and, along with renowned figures such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Edward Burne-Jones and Ford Madox Brown, created many pieces of stunning stained glass, some early examples of which are on display in four locations in Bradford Cathedral. The stained glass also includes a figure, recently discovered to have been designed by William De Morgan.

The tour will also include an appreciation of the magnificent West Window, a beautiful Pre-Raphaelite window designed by Heaton, Butler and Bayne.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.
Places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.

The famous Victorian artist and designer William Morris founded Morris & Co. and, along with renowned figures such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Edward Burne-Jones and Ford Madox Brown, created many pieces of stunning stained glass, some early examples of which are on display in four locations in Bradford Cathedral. The stained glass also includes a figure, recently discovered to have been designed by William De Morgan.

The tour will also include an appreciation of the magnificent West Window, a beautiful Pre-Raphaelite window designed by Heaton, Butler and Bayne.

Light refreshments will be available after the tours.
Places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Everything Under The Sun bring their live celebration of the music of Pink Floyd to Bradford Cathedral

Everything Under The Sun continue their acclaimed celebration of the 50th anniversary of Wish You Were Here, performing the album in full, alongside The Dark Side of the Moon plus others in a 2 hour show that features bespoke video content accompanying the seven-piece band (featuring the cathedral organ).

Everything Under The Sun isn't a tribute band but combines the grandeur of historic pipe organs with the raw energy of a rock band, creating a one-of-a-kind live experience in amazing architectural spaces.

After selling out shows at Coventry Cathedral, Hull Minster, St Mary's (Warwick), Christ Church (Swindon) and Temperance (Leamington Spa), Everything Under The Sun are excited to bring the show to the ethereal surroundings of Bradford Cathedral and its wonderful organ.

All are welcome to the Sunday Eucharist, our focal act of worship for the Cathedral. In this service, we gather together in praise and prayer, we listen to the scriptures, and we share bread and wine together as Jesus commanded his disciples to do.

The liturgy follows the pattern of Common Worship and with elements of the service sung by the Cathedral Choir. The service is also live-streamed via the cathedral's YouTube channel and Facebook page.

Please view or download the Weekly News Sheet from our website (when available).

This week we welcome our latest visiting choir, the Hope Street Consort.

The Hope Street Consort is a Liverpool-based vocal ensemble, formed in October 2023, made up of musicians who sing in the choirs of both of the city's cathedrals. Known for their flexibility in repertoire and clean sound, the consort has quickly gained recognition, earning a special commendation for their performance at their first competition, placing second at the Andrew Downes Performance Prize.

The group regularly performs recitals across the North of England and is scheduled to appear at the Prescot Festival in 2025, alongside other exciting engagements. The Hope Street Consort brings a fresh, dynamic sound to the Liverpool music scene.

Last year, they visited Bradford Cathedral, which was a great success. The consort are looking forward to returning as a visiting choir this summer, singing both Eucharist and Evensong on Sunday 17th August.

All are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong, a choral setting of Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer (1662), sung by the Cathedral Choir during term time. This is a meditative service in which the congregation participate through their presence and prayerful engagement with the spoken and sung texts.

Choral Evensong on a Sunday also includes a brief sermon.

For further details concerning the music, please refer to the music list which may be found on the music page of the cathedral's website.

This week we welcome our latest visiting choir, the Hope Street Consort.

The Hope Street Consort is a Liverpool-based vocal ensemble, formed in October 2023, made up of musicians who sing in the choirs of both of the city's cathedrals. Known for their flexibility in repertoire and clean sound, the consort has quickly gained recognition, earning a special commendation for their performance at their first competition, placing second at the Andrew Downes Performance Prize.

The group regularly performs recitals across the North of England and is scheduled to appear at the Prescot Festival in 2025, alongside other exciting engagements. The Hope Street Consort brings a fresh, dynamic sound to the Liverpool music scene.

Last year, they visited Bradford Cathedral, which was a great success. The consort are looking forward to returning as a visiting choir this summer, singing both Eucharist and Evensong on Sunday 17th August.

Join us on August 30th at 18:00 at the magnificent Bradford Cathedral for one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes.

The programme of the evening includes the famous Antonio Vivaldi cycle “The Four Seasons” in the author’s interpretation of the cult contemporary composer Max Richter performed by the extraordinary Mystery Ensemble in an intimate & relaxing atmosphere.

Max Richter is the composer of music for dozens of feature films and documentaries and was voted the best film composer in 2008, according to the European Film Academy.

He changed the music of Antonio Vivaldi in the spirit of minimalism and postmodernism. Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons is one of Richter’s most famous works. After its release in 2012, the recording topped the iTunes Classical Music charts in over 20 countries.

Max Richter has recorded 12 solo albums and performed at the London Barbican, the Paris Philharmonic, the Sydney Opera and the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, and among his projects are the Sum Opera and the Infra ballet (choreographed by Wayne MacGregor) at Covent Garden. Richter’s music is heard in many performances around the world, as well as in the films “Shutter Island” by Martin Scorsese, “Last Love on Earth” by David Mackenzie, “Waltz with Bashir”, for the soundtrack to which he received the award “Best Composer” from the European Film Academy.

PROGRAMME

Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons & Vivaldi, The Four Seasons

Spring I, Spring II, Spring III

Summer I, Summer II, Summer III

Autumn I, Autumn II, Autumn III

Winter I, Winter II, Winter III

This year we are focussing on female stained glass and textile designers whose work appears in Bradford Cathedral.

We will be running pop-up information points during the day, looking at the Louisa Pesel altar frontal; the Morris & Co. altar frontal, Polly Meynell's altar frontals, the wall hangings in St. Aidan's Chapel created by Patricia Porter, and the stained glass windows in the music wing by Moira Forsyth. There will be a self-guided tour available, as well as a general tour and a specialist tour relating to the female designers, each taking place at 12:15pm and 2:15pm.

Alongside these there will be children's activities, refreshments at the Pop-Up Café and a talk at 1pm by Helen Elletson from the William Morris Society about May Morris.

Talk: ‘A Remarkable Woman’: The Extraordinary Life and Career of May Morris (Helen Mary Elletson)
Overshadowed for many years by her more famous father, May Morris is now beginning to gain the recognition she deserves as being an incredibly talented craftswoman in her own right. Teacher, lecturer, editor, jeweller and designer, May was accomplished in a wide range of crafts, but it is her work as an embroiderer that is considered to be her greatest achievement. May’s knowledge of needlework, her talent for designing and her brilliance with the needle led to raising the status of embroidery to fine art. This talk will cover May’s life and work, with a focus on her beautiful designs and completed embroideries, demonstrating why May should be regarded as one of the most significant artists of the Arts and Crafts Movement.

R&B CLASSICS IN THE CATHEDRAL

Get ready to experience the golden era of R&B reimagined by a live orchestra, surrounded by soaring arches and the glowing lights of the majestic Bradford Cathedral 💒✨

This is not your average gig—it’s an immersive, classical-meets-contemporary celebration of the best in 90s & 00s R&B. From slow jams to dancefloor anthems, expect to hear the soulful sounds of Alicia Keys, Usher, Brandy, Mary J. Blige, TLC, Ne-Yo, Destiny’s Child and more—performed by an ensemble of talented musicans and vocalists like you’ve never heard them before.

Come experience R&B like never before.. in one of the most magical settings in Bradford!

This event is only limited capacity and will sell out in advance.

Classical pianist, Mauro Bertolino, comes to Bradford Cathedral all the way from Turin. Be enthralled as Mauro takes us on musical journey.

Mauro, born in Turin, obtained his diploma in piano at the G Verdi Conservatory and then went on to further study in Madrid, Saint Petersburg and London with Francois Joel Thollier, Michael Pletnev and Jacques Loussier. He regularly collaborates with the RAI National Symphony Orchestra and participates in many tours in Europe, America and Asia, where he plays under the direction of important conductors like Claudio Abbado, Riccardo Muti and Laurin Maazel.

He has written soundtracks for TV and performed in Italy's major theatres and across the globe. He is currently working on a new album including re-imaginings of the great classics. His main shows are "Forbidden Colours", a musical voyage that explores worlds that live beyond space and time and "Piano Fantasy", another showcase of Mauro's skill and virtuosity. It is from these two shows that Mauro will delight the audience at the Cathedral.

The bar will be open and you can delight in simply giving yourself up to Mauro's undeniable skill. He's a gentle giant and will guide us through his own impressive renditions of the very best of the piano classics and more. Tissues will be provided . . .

Experience the enchanting voice of The Voice Finalist Nadia Eide at Bradford Cathedral in a magical concert filled with festive music.

Nadia catapulted to fame when she appeared on ITV as the only classical singer on The Voice UK 2021. Her four- and-a-half octave range blew the coaches away securing her spot as a finalist of Team will.i.am. Critically acclaimed on stage as an opera and musical theatre star, she is now breaking the mould of the classical crossover genre, receiving standing ovations for her concert shows.

This November and December she is touring her hugely successful Christmas concert tour Winter Light, which is taking place in beautiful churches and cathedrals around the UK.

Chart topping soprano and star of The Voice UK, Nadia Eide, presents a spectacular Christmas concert for all ages. Singing festive favourites and classic songs, this show is sure to bring the Christmas joy! Features a special guest choir. All ages welcome.

The Christmas Orchestra is back! After a wonderful run of sold out shows in 2024 we are excited to bring you more shows and locations in 2025. Get ready to discover the magic of the festive season with our unique concert experience.

On 4th December our tour makes a special stop at Bradford Cathedral, bringing the festive spirit right to your doorstep.
Take a look at some of the highlights from our 2024 shows on our YouTube channel here:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheChristmasOrchestraTour

Celebrate this special time of year with us in Bradford and create memories together that will last a lifetime! ✨

The Christmas Orchestra is back! After a wonderful run of sold out shows in 2024 we are excited to bring you more shows and locations in 2025. Get ready to discover the magic of the festive season with our unique concert experience.

On 4th December our tour makes a special stop at Bradford Cathedral, bringing the festive spirit right to your doorstep.
Take a look at some of the highlights from our 2024 shows on our YouTube channel here:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheChristmasOrchestraTour

Celebrate this special time of year with us in Bradford and create memories together that will last a lifetime! ✨

Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK.

Step into G4's world of vocal enchantment, as they take you on a breathtaking musical journey with beautifully-blended voices, within an idyllic sacred setting.

Ignite your Christmas spirit with a sprinkling of G4’s yuletide magic. Nourish your soul with their extraordinary and unique renditions of traditional carols, sacred contemplations, classical favourites and modern festive hits including Silent Night, O Holy Night, All I Want for Christmas, Walking in the Air, When a Child is Born and The 12 Days of Christmas.

With mesmerising harmonies and impeccable showmanship it’s no wonder this hotly-anticipated tour sells out year after year, where the guys leave you with chills of delight and a heart full of Christmas cheer.

After the show you’ll dash, dance and prance your holly jolly way all the way home, having no doubt experienced something more precious than gold, frankincense and myrrh!

VIP 'Meet and Greet' tickets are available.
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To book tickets please go to https://events.ticketbooth.eu/event/g4-christmas-bradford-cathedral-2025
For wheelchair/carer and group bookings - https://www.g4official.com/ticketenquiries

The Bradford Concert Band will perform a live accompaniment to the classic short film The Snowman, followed by a second act of other popular songs.

Doors: 4:30pm
5pm: The Snowman
5:30pm: Interval
5:50pm: Act Two
c. 6:30pm: End

A bar will be available selling a range of alcohol and soft drinks, and snacks.

Experience the Magic of ‘The Snowman’ film with Live Music performed by Bradford Concert Band!

Get ready for an enchanting start to your Christmas celebrations with Bradford Concert Band as they perform the music of ‘The Snowman’ to a live screening of the original film.

This family-friendly event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music and storytelling. Under the direction of conductor Matt McKirgan, and featuring a young chorister from Bradford Cathedral performing “Walking in the Air”, The Snowman with live concert band offers a unique opportunity to relive the wonder of this cinematic gem. The second half will be filled with a selection of festive Christmas carols and classic Christmas music, including plenty of opportunities for audience participation!

Whether you’re looking for a special family outing, a nostalgic trip down memory lane, or simply a charming way to embrace the Christmas spirit, this event is perfect for all ages. It’s an ideal festive outing for families, friends, and even schools, designed to charm the entire audience and create cherished memories.

Bradford Concert Band

Bradford Concert Band is a traditional wind band based in Baildon, combining woodwind, brass and percussion.Founded in 1975, the band is proud to represent Bradford and be part of the wider Bradford Community.A regular series of concerts are played throughout the year ranging from summer afternoon bandstand music in the region’s parks and museums, to carnivals and more formal evening concerts.

In October 2023 the band were delighted to welcome Matthew McKirgan as Musical Director and are excited to see where the next few years will take us.

2025 is the band’s 50th anniversary and coincides with Bradford being the UK City of Culture. Whilst we’ve already had our 50th Anniversary concert we love you to join us at our future concerts:-Sat 28th March 2026 Joint Concert Huddersfield Wind Band, Salendine Nook Baptist Church.

If you play a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument at Grade 5 or above and are looking to join a friendly and enthusiastic band, then look no further. Come along to a rehearsal as a visitor or potential member and be assured of a warm welcome.

The band rehearses on Thursday evenings 7:30pm to 9:330pm and Sunday mornings 10am to 12noon in our band room at Baildon Hall, Hallfield Drive, Baildon, BD17 6NH.

You can find more about the band, including how to hire us for events, on the website b-c-b.org.uk, by email [email protected] or by phoning 07590 776743.