Calderdale and Bradford, with their cinematic history and stunning landscapes, offer a unique travel experience. Whether you’re a film enthusiast or just exploring, these locations blend historical significance, cultural richness, and cinematic charm, truly making them #StarringGREATBritain. Check out the itinerary below for a trip packed with film tourism highlights…

VISIT CALDERDALE

Morning: Shibden Hall: Head directly to Shibden Hall to explore the historic house and gardens featured in Gentleman Jack. Learn about Anne Lister’s fascinating life. You can easily get to Shibden Hall by taking a bus from Halifax Bus Station. The 548 and 549 bus services run frequently and will drop you off near Shibden Park. Feeling energetic? Then why not take the 25 minute walk uphill from Halifax train station? Or, for an extended walk which takes in Shibden Hall and the Shibden Valley via the old medieval route to the east, the ‘Magna Via’, then check out this scenic route from AA Walks.

Midday: Piece Hall: Enjoy some lunch in the atmospheric Piece Hall in Halifax. This stunning 18th-century cloth hall is host to independent and boutique shops, cafes, bars and a restaurant, and has been featured in various films and TV shows, including Marvel’s Secret Invasion.

VISIT BRADFORD

Afternoon: National Science and Media Museum: Get the train over to Bradford, a UNESCO Creative City of Film, to explore its fascinating exhibits on film and media. If you have time, enjoy a unique screening at the IMAX or Pictureville Cinema.

City Park and Little Germany:  Take a short walk to City Park to see the Mirror Pool, then admire the architecture of Bradford City Hall, a popular filming location featured in The Duke and the TV series Virdee. Afterward, stroll around Little Germany, a historic area known for its beautiful Victorian buildings and filming locations for Downton Abbey, Gentleman Jack, and Peaky Blinders.

Getting Here

• By Bus: The 681 and 576 bus services connect Bradford and Halifax, offering a convenient way to travel between the two.
• By Train: Trains from Bradford Interchange to Halifax run frequently, with a journey time of around 10-13 minutes.

Food and Drink Options

For food and drink options along the way, please visit:

• Visit Bradford
• Visit Calderdale

For more set-jetting locations, you can also check out:

• Bradford Film Heritage – The World’s First UNESCO City of Film
• NEW The Ultimate Calderdale Movie Map | Visit Calderdale

Enjoy your set-jetting adventure!