Lister Park play area

Discover your green escape

The Bradford district is home to forty four parks, including Baildon, Bingley, Cullingworth, Denholme, Ilkley, Shipley, Silsden, Keighley and Queensbury.

Welcome to Bradford District parks and greenspaces

We are lucky to have so many beautiful parks and greenspaces in the Bradford District. From small community parks ideal for a game of bowls or letting the kids burn energy in the play area to larger spaces of natural beauty that are bustling with wildlife, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. In many of the parks, it’s a delight to rediscover historical monuments and architecture that speak of a rich and ambitious past. Today, we continue to nurture and take pride in our parks and greenspaces. They provide us with moments of peace whilst walking the dog, times of companionship as we meet with friends, and opportunities to exercise while using the fitness equipment or hiking. Whatever our reasons for visiting, we can all discover our green escape any day of the week.

What's on

  • 24 May 2025

    Nature’s Hope

    At City of Nature CIC, we believe 2025 is our time to shine for nature! Our family-friendly event, brings together organisations from across Bradford working to restore nature, protect wildlife,...

    Location: Lister Park

  • 25 May 2025

    Vinyl Record Sunday

    Dig out those vinyl records and come along and play them at the Bandstand in Myrtle Park. No DJ skills required! Contact Tony via email, with your postcode in the...

    Location: Myrtle Park

  • 24 May 2025 - 25 May 2025

    Big Bowls Weekend

    Free family event at a Bowling Green near you. Come and join in the fun at a participating bowling club. This event is open to all ages. Participating Clubs Saturday 24th...

    Location: Various Parks & Recreation Grounds

  • 26 May 2025

    Ilkley Trail Race

    A superb 6.9 mile trail race with spectacular views over the Wharfe Valley and across to Ilkley Moor. It’s an out-and-back route with 810 feet of climbing (FRA category CM),...

    Location: Ilkley Lido

  • 5 July 2025

    Great Horton Community Festival – Party in the Park

    Free Community event for all. Come join in the fun with stalls, activities, sports, games, arts and crafts, nature zone, face painting, small fairground rides, refreshments, local group performers. Why...

    Location: Brackenhill Park

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