Description
For those curious about the history beneath your feet, this relaxed, one-hour walk is the perfect way to discover Bradford’s hidden gems and rich heritage.
Starting at BLF’s Festival Hub, you’ll explore monuments, memorials, and curious landmarks. From Queen Victoria and J. B. Priestley to the legendary Brown Muff’s sign, the Bradford Boar, and the secret path of the Bradford Beck.
Perfect for first-time visitors and long-time locals alike, the tour ends at Waterstones in the stunning Wool Exchange. No hills, just history, surprises, and stories waiting to be found.
About the Host

Nigel Grizzard
Nigel Grizzard is the West Yorkshire Jewish Heritage Guide. He enjoys taking people round towns and cities and discovering hidden histories. Much of Nigel’s work is in Bradford and in recent years he has undertaken many tours for the descendants of German Jewish immigrants who came to Bradford in the nineteenth century to build the Wool Capital of the World.
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