Bradford Literature Festival’s flagship event returns for another foray into the world of the Brontë family. For Brontë fans, this is a truly unmissable event, offering a unique insight into the lives and works of Bradford’s most famous siblings.
This specially curated tour is led by Brontë enthusiast, Christa Ackroyd, and features a number of highlights. Journey by vintage coach to the Brontës’ childhood home in Thornton village and lunch (included) at Branwell Brontë’s favourite local spot, The Lord Nelson pub.
During the tour, you’ll be treated to marvellous views of the same moors that called to Heathcliff and Catherine, as well as intriguing historical insights on the family from our knowledgeable guide and host.
The tour includes admission to the Brontë Parsonage Museum, located in the house where the sisters penned their beloved novels, and an exclusive talk by the museum’s knowledgeable staff.
Although this is a bus tour, some outdoor walking is involved. Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing.
Meet outside The Midland Hotel, Bradford.
Set off on a walking tour from The Old Bell Chapel, Thornton, following in the footsteps of Yorkshire’s most famous literary siblings, taking you from the Brontës’ birthplace in Thornton village to the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth.
As you travel through the stunning Yorkshire landscape, your guide and Brontë Stones project creator, Michael Stewart, will share the stories behind the written responses of Carol Ann Duffy, Kate Bush, Jackie Kay, and Jeanette Winterson to the famous literary sisters, which were specifically commissioned by the festival in 2018.
A nine-mile, linear five-hour trek, this walking tour passes through narrow stiles, slippery surfaces, steps, and uneven ground.
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