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Cobbles & Clay - Main Street, Howarth, BD22 8DP by Kathryn Mark

Set in the beautiful Bronte countryside on Haworth’s Main Street, Cobbles and Clay, is a charming little arts café to take your children to on a dull day. Sit and have a coffee and a cake whilst your kids are entertained by painting their own pot. It prides itself on serving organic, Fairtrade food and drink. With its relaxed atmosphere it’s a lovely way to spend an hour or so. It is open everyday, 9am to 5pm. Later, if the weather picks up the Green Flag awarded revamped Haworth Central Park, just across

Cafe Patisserie - 199 Otley Road, Undercliffe, BD3 0JF by Ben Dalby

Up Otley Road, somewhere between the Co-op and Undercliffe Cemetery, you may happen upon a charming young cafe called Patisserie. Clothed in the polished trappings of the many new cafes scattered around Bradford's Muslim quarters - Patisserie is an unexpected Anglo-Asiatic-Euro gem with a modern, yet cosy atmosphere that would figure as an ideal setting for social or family outings. The halal menu ranges from bruschetta and samosa chaat to egg butties and chicken steak burgers. There are, of course, a selection of exquisite cakes which are made on site and change regularly; the mixed fruit cupcake will blow your mind. All this alongside a range of other deserts, smoothies and milkshakes as well as delicious teas and coffees; it's a must visit haunt if you're local, fancy strolling out of the city centre for a bit or just passing by. This is a fine addition to 'Bradford's unique brand of cafe

Midland Bar, Midland Hotel - Cheapside, BD1 4HU by Haigh Simpson

Bradford doesn’t really have a proper railway pub. The Midland Bar is the closest we have and it is not nearly as popular as it should be. The hotel dates back to the late 19th century and was at the time a showpiece for the northern railway companies. The high ceilings and grandiose beams ooze prosperity. Having said that, the bar is not as posh as one would expect, it is however charming and cosy. A giant Muriel depicts an endearing image of bygone Bradford, well worth the price of a pint itself. Food is also available should you be feeling peckish. The menu is comprehensive and tempting, if a little expensive. Next time you have half an hour to kill why not go for a pint and take in a piece of history.

Russian Restaurant, Manor Row, BD1 4PB - 01274 733 121 by Kathryn Mark

The Russian Restaurant on Manor Row is something of an experience. Once inside you really do feel like you are a million miles from Bradford. Friendly staff, oil lit fragrance burners, and a huge selection of excellent quality vodka (notably Nemiroff) welcome you in. There is a varied menu including typically Eastern European dishes such as goulash, stroganoff and pancakes, and also a number of Russian classics given a Yorkshire twist. However what makes the restaurant truly unique is the whole experience, feeling like you have gone away to an Eastern European city for the weekend but without the flight and transfer.

Bradford City Park Official Launch Event - 24th March An important date for the City of Bradford: the official launch of the new City Park. Bradford celebrates its latest addition to a great portfolio of public spaces with live performance and music, and a grand showing of this unique outdoor environment. A fantastic array of events are planned from 2pm onwards: from Internationally acclaimed Parkour Freerunners exploring the The Mirror Pool, street theatre from Mind The Gap and Artizani, live music from Keighley’s Jamba Community Samba Band, The Bradford Brass Band and The Dhol Drummers, and “The Grande Finale” at 6pm with what promises to be a spectacular light show in, around and above the Mirror Pool.

A champion day out for all.

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