5 Accessible Places to Visit in Bradford for Disabled People
The Bradford District has a lot to offer everyone, from Roberts Park, which is on the English Heritage list, which is adjacent to Saltaire Village's World Heritage Site, to the ambiance of City Park, where City Hall towers above the mirror pool and fountains. Bradford, a city with a long history of industry, is proud to have previously been known as the wool centre of the world. The area is a haven for cyclists and pedestrians who want to get outside and enjoy the expansive blue skies and breathtaking sights. Everybody can find something to enjoy in Bradford thanks to its heritage, culture, festivals, events, and food and drink.
But what if you have accessibility needs? How can you be confident that you’ll find places to visit in Bradford that will be accessible to you?
Our list of 5 accessible places to visit in Bradford is here to help you be prepared, whether you need:
- step-free access
- wheelchair access
- ramps and lifts
- a hearing loop
- audio formats
- Braille or large print
- staff trained in sign language
- details of parking facilities
- information on light and noise levels.
For each place on the list, we’ve linked to our Detailed Access Guide, which tells you all about a venue’s access. They are all 100% facts, figures, and photographs, collected by trained AccessAble surveyors who check out every single place in person.
Alhambra Theatre
The Alhambra Theatre is regarded as the North's premier touring venue and hosts the best in large scale entertainment from ballet and opera to variety and comedy, musicals, drama and Yorkshire's biggest panto. The venue seats 1,400 people and is a popular choice for major touring companies including Northern Ballet Theatre, Matthew Bourne's New Adventures and David Ian Productions (Chicago, Grease, The Sound of Music). It has staged major West End shows including Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Miss Saigon.
Alhambra Theatre Detailed Access Guide
National Science and Media Museum
The National Science and Media Museum is a fabulous free museum in Bradford, West Yorkshire devoted to the science and culture of light and sound technologies. Filled with fun educational exhibits, including the state-of-the-art Wonderlab gallery, three cinema screens including the IMAX 3D cinema, the museum also hosts events for children and festivals covering animation, retro TV, film and more. The National Science and Media Museum is a fun day out in Bradford for the whole family.
National Science and Media Museum Detailed Access Guide
Bradford Industrial Museum
Bradford's Industrial Museum has permanent displays of textile machinery, steam power, engineering, printing machinery and motor vehicles, along with an exciting exhibitions programme. You can enjoy the splendour of Moorside House where the Mill Manager lived, or visit the Mill-workers' terraced houses dressed to reflect three different time periods.
Bradford Industrial Museum Detailed Access Guide
Salts Mill
Salts Mill is a place for art, dining and shopping in one stunning historic building. Inside you can admire our very big collection of works by David Hockney, be inspired by the very best in independent retail and enjoy our bustling restaurants and cafes. You can also learn about the history of the Mill in our People and Process and Saltaire History exhibition.
Salt Mills Detailed Access Guide
Bradford Police Museum
Located in the historical City Hall Bradford the Bradford Police Museum provides a unique insight into the history and heritage of policing, criminal justice, civic enforcement and the development of crime and punishment in Bradford from the early 19th century onwards. The museum situated on the site of the original 19th century police station in City Hall and which was operational between 1874 and 1974 brings together exhibits, documents and memorabilia relating to the history of policing from the inception of the Bradford Borough Police force in the mid-19th century to the present day. The collection includes Victorian police truncheons, uniforms and a unique photographic archive covering 150 years of policing in the city. Visits to the museum include guided tours of the original Victorian cells which formed part of the original police station together with a visit to the beautifully preserved Victorian Courtroom.
Bradford Police Museum Detailed Access Guide
If you’re visiting any of these attractions, why not download the AccessAble App from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
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