Five reasons why Bradford is the best place to be
- By:
- University of Bradford
- Published
- 12 August 2024
September is coming around fast, and the academic year is full of opportunities and fun to be had alongside your studies, here are five reasons why Bradford is the best place to be.
Bradford is having a bit of a moment, fresh from welcoming the world to Bradford City of Culture 2025. With great food, entertainment, and the arts, here are five ways to get the most out of the exciting and welcoming city of Bradford.
International cuisine - from take-aways to award winning restaurants
Renowned for its international cuisine, Bradford is home to many award-winning curry restaurants. Catering for all tastes and budgets, the city offers everything from classic fish and chips to a wide range of take-aways, cafes and restaurants. A full English breakfast option sits comfortably alongside vegan, Afro-fusion, Vietnamese street food and Greek Cypriot dishes. Diverse, exciting, and affordable, Bradford’s food culture brings together street food and high-end cuisine and offers something for everyone.
For a taste of Bradford, check out:
- Drakes Fisheries - classic fish and chips right in the centre of the city
- My Thai - Thai food to eat in or take away
- Mamma Mia - A family-run authentic Italian restaurant
Shopping, socialising, and big-name brands
Enjoyable and eco-friendly, the new Darley Street market will offer shopping and cultural events. Independent traders, music and pop-up events will all be here to tempt you. For even more great shopping and food, The Broadway Shopping Centre brings together high street names in a convenient city centre location.
Art Galleries and museums; cultural heritage and stylish exhibition space
The National Science and Media Museum sits at the heart of the city, a free museum devoted to the science and culture of light and sound. Cartwright Hall, Bradford, and Salts Mill, in nearby Saltaire, in turn celebrate both nineteenth century painting and the work of Bradford born contemporary artist David Hockney.
Music, theatre, and entertainment venues
Bradford Live, a 4,000 capacity music venue, is now open with a range of fantastic shows and events. The former Odeon cinema sits beside The Alhambra Theatre, which hosts events from international dance to musicals, drama, and pantomime, while St George’s Hall brings classical music and talks to the city. With exhibitions, events and artist residencies, the University of Bradford’s Gallery II is an equally vibrant cultural space.
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