A hub of industry, there are plenty of great things to do in Bradford for an educational and fun family day out.
The Bradford Industrial Museum is on the site of a former mill and shows how mill workers lived and worked throughout history. Marvel at the old-fashioned clunky looking machinery and imagine what it would’ve been like to work in the mill, where the noise would’ve been so loud it drowned out your own thoughts. See photos and and equipment that depict working life in a time gone by.
Movie lovers will enjoy the National Media Museum. Find your favourite moment in film or TV, have a go at creating your own storyboard and make a mini movie in the animation studio to remember your Bradford family day out.
There are plenty of play spaces for smaller children too. Geronimo's is 9,000sq ft. of fun featuring cargo nets, slides, climbing frames and more. Toddlers have their own dedicated space for stress free and fun play and there’s a café. The Richard Dunn Sports Centre has a pool with waterslide and tyre ride, have a game of bowling at Hollywood Bowl or take the whole family ice-skating at Bradford Ice Rink.

Escape to Roaches Retreat for an off-grid eco glamping adventure with the family! Take in beautiful views & enjoy activities for all ages - from bushcraft to watersports! Take a break from the city & create lasting family memories!

Enjoy the latest films with family-friendly ISENSE and 3D tech at ODEON Northwich Barons Quay! Grab a hot drink from Costa Coffee, jump into 5 screens of multimedia movie magic and make memories.

Explore Thoresby Park - a scenic 2.5km walk, military museum, picnics & outdoor games. Enjoy events like theater and falconry!

Gloworm is an action-packed three days of all-inclusive family entertainment.

Explore Happy Mount Park with activities for all ages! Enjoy the Natural Adventure Play Area, 34m zip line, and free Splash Park.

Tons of fun at Wacky Warehouse! Climb, slide, swing, bounce, explore the soft play area and outdoor play area. Perfect for toddlers and big kids alike.

Have loads of fun on some of the UK's biggest inflatables! Take on the gladiator arena, explore the giant ball pool, tackle the climbing wall and battle the giant bouncing balls at Velocity Inflatable Park Widnes!

Explore Leaps and Bounds! Climb, bridge, scramble, slide, swing, and enjoy the interactive lights. Refreshments and time-out for parents too!

Laser tag with two battle zones, a range of games and added electrotag for brave soldiers!

Explore the Wacky Warehouse at the Old Farmhouse pub! Kids can slide, climb, swing and bounce in the multi-tier soft play area, plus outdoor play too. Arts & crafts sessions for the creative minds!

Explore Biddulph Grange Garden's exotic plants, vibrant architecture and miniature wonders across the world! Enjoy tea rooms and shop for gifts.

Jumptastic Time at Jump Rush! 80+ trampolines, Soccer Arena, Inflatables, Air Bag, Under 4s Mini Zone & more!

Strike-out with the family at Soul Bowl! 10 luxury bowling lanes, pool & arcade games plus great food & drinks!

Have fun at Pink Pig Farm! Take a trailer ride, meet the farm animals, explore the play barn & outdoor area. Enjoy deli-style treats at the Farm shop.

Leighton Hall is the lived-in home of the Gillow furniture making family.

Explore Sherwood Forest Country Park! Take a walk to the mighty Major Oak, browse around Visitor Centre shops, or enjoy fun family nature trails. Plus, costumed characters performing on high days!

Explore 800 years of history at Norton Priory Museum and Gardens! Get up close with nature in the Walled Garden, marvel at the giant St Christopher statue and get hands on in the gallery. Step into the past with dressing up and special story bags.

Visit Lakeland Wildlife Oasis to experience a free-flying tropical paradise! Get up close with animals, become a zookeeper for the day, adopt a furry friend or join special events. Support wildlife conservation and have fun!

Experience the thrill of off-road riding at E-Scape! Hire electric motorcycles and race on two purpose-built tracks with jumps suitable for 6+. Get trained and get your Membership Card to access main tracks! Classes for 6-12yr olds & over 12s.

Explore your artistic side at PottyRoo's Paint Your Own Pottery! Choose from over 200 items to paint, and let your creativity flow with non-toxic glazes. Takes party bookings!