The 'Monumental' Connections of Bradford Cathedral and its Miniature Model

Join us on Yorkshire Churches' Day for an exploration of Bradford Cathedral! You'll be able to find out more about our monuments through information stations, and there will be craft activities, plus refreshments and more to be announced!

We will be running two tours during the day (each running twice): a general tour of the Cathedral, and a themed tour looking at the Broad Ford, the Market Charter, Joseph Priestley and the Canal, Abraham Balme and the turnpike, explorer William Scoresby, and the famous local Jowett family.

You can also discover more about the pilgrimages and walks around the Cathedral including the Yorkshire Heritage Way, Tranquility Trail, and the Bradford Faith Trail, plus the chance to search for your ancestors in the grounds.

And there will be a talk from Michael Scott, creator of Chandwell - as seen on the BBC News website - 'Smaller Scale, Wider Perspective: from miniature to marvel on a route less travelled': When model maker Michael Scott started looking for inspiration to breathe life into his fictional model town of Chandwell, he had no idea where the journey would take him, or the connections that he would make. Through paper, card, bricks, and stone, Michael shares his adventure — from invented tales to real-life discoveries — that ultimately inspired his latest endeavour: crafting a model of Bradford Cathedral. Join us as we explore the magic of creation and the wider perspective it brings.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

12:15 and 14:15 General Tour, 13:30 Talk with Michael Scott, 12:15 and 14:15 Heritage Open Day Tour

Location & directions

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

Directions:

For more information on getting to us, please go to https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/visit-us/plan-your-visit/

Contact on day:

Philip Lickley

Telephone number:

+441274777722

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Booking is essential. Please book your free places on our Eventbrite page at https://monumental-connections.eventbrite.co.uk

Booking contact name:

Bradford Cathedral

Booking telephone number:

+441274777720

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://monumental-connections.eventbrite.co.uk

Alternative booking website:

https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/featured-events

Booking opens:

10 Jun 2024 12:00 PM

Booking closes:

14 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Bradford Cathedral is an ancient site and some areas are uneven, but all of the attractions including the talk and tours have step-free access and ramps, with the exception of the Lady Chapel, which will form a short part of the 'general tour'.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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