Sunday, 11 October 2026

Even more things to do this weekend in Leeds, Bradford, London and more

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We've got another top week ready for you.
Expect a whole load of funk, soul, jazz, and of course our signature exceptional drinks.

Keep reading for this week’s Domino winner, news, upcoming gigs, and our break-even.
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Suzie White
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Sunday 11th October
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The Pocket 
Doors 7pm | Band 8pm

Bringing together some of the UK's most exciting contemporary musicians, this jazz trio blends deep groove, soul, and improvisation into a fresh and compelling live experience.





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7 Grand Arcade, Leeds


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Bradford Libraries Events and Activities

Fun events included in today's bulletin...

  • Sendiverse events for October Half Term at various libraries.
  • Virtual Reality Tour heading to Ilkley, Manningham and Shipley Libraries
  • Dungeons and Dragons at Bingley Library
  • Charlies Woodland Wonders (Market Stall Entrepreneur Talk at  Shipley Library Enterprise Hub)
  • Mind Map Your Business (Shipley Library Business Hub)
  • Local History Talk, Local Studies, Bradford
  • Local History Talk, Local Studies, Bradford
  • Project exploring relationship between Poverty and Mental Health at City Library

Sendiverse Events for October Half Term

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Families across the Bradford district are invited to discover SENDiVERSE, a programme of free, inclusive events taking place in libraries and community hubs during October half-term.

Designed for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), SENDiVERSE offers a welcoming range of creative, sensory and interactive activities, from storytelling and sensory play to poetry, dance, art and music.

What's On

Story, Sign and Rhyme Time
Saturday 24 October, 11.15am
Queensbury Library
A fun family session for children aged 0-5 featuring stories, songs, rhymes and Makaton signing. Free drop-in. 

Sensory Play
Monday 26 October, 10am-11am
Eccleshill Library
A relaxed sensory session with toys, textures and messy play designed to encourage exploration and creativity. Booking required. Email eccleshill at eccleshill.library@bradford.gov.uk.

Creative Mosaic Art Workshop
Monday 26 October, 10am-12pm
City Library
Children aged 7+ can create their own mosaic artwork in a supportive and flexible environment. Families and carers are welcome. Booking required. Email city.library@bradford.gov.uk 

Create Your Own Story
Monday 26 to Thursday 29 October, 1pm-2pm
Thornbury Library
Young writers aged 5-11 can create stories over a single session or return throughout the week to develop their ideas.

Zen Colouring
Tuesday 27 October, 10.45am-11.45am
Manningham Library
A calming, sensory-friendly colouring session with relaxing music and a soothing atmosphere. Suitable for all ages. Email Manningham.library@bradford.gov.uk

Creative Poetry Workshops with Ash Dickinson
Wednesday 28 October
• 11am-12.30pm, City Library
• 2.30pm-4pm, Shipley Library
Award-winning poet Ash Dickinson leads accessible workshops encouraging creativity, confidence and self-expression for children aged 8+. Booking required. Email city.library@bradford.gov.uk 

Sensory Story Session: Harry Potter
Wednesday 28 October, 2pm-3pm
Shipley Library
A magical multi-sensory storytelling experience inspired by Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Suitable for ages 6+. Booking required. Email shipley.library@bradford.gov.uk

Music and Movement
Thursday 29 October, 2pm-3pm
Heaton Hub
A lively session featuring instruments, ribbons, movement and parachute games. Free drop-in.

Dance for Life
Thursday 29 October
• 10am-10.30am, Keighley Library (keighley.library@bradford.gov.uk)

• 1.30pm-2pm, Laisterdyke Library (laisterdyke.library@bradford.gov.uk)
A joyful sensory dance experience for under-5s and their families, featuring music, movement and colourful props.

Create and Keep Stencil Graffiti Workshop with MOD ONE Graffiti
Thursday 29 October
12pm-1pm, 1pm-2pm or 2pm-3pm
Manningham Library
Children and young people aged 7+ can create and take home their own graffiti-inspired canvas or tote bag using safe, water-based paints. Drop-in.

Find Out More

All activities are free. Some events require advance booking, while others are drop-in sessions. Selected activities are supported by The Leap. sendiverse 2026 — THE LEAP

Dungeons and Dragons Kids' Club at Bingley Library

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Bingley Library will be coming alive with Dungeons and Dragons in a new kids' club starting THIS WEEK!

The world's greatest roleplaying game will be open to youngsters aged between 11 and 15 years.

It will start in the library on Thursday, October 8 between 4pm and 6pm. 

But we expect demand to be high and there are only so many seats so do book NOW. 

Email  mrchrislackey@gmail.com .

Virtual Reality Film Tour Returns

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STEP into a unique new world in your local library this autumn!

For three weeks in October, Bradford Libraries will be hosting state-of-the-art VR headsets and a feast of FREE digital experiences.

David Attenborough, Wallace & Gromit, Matthew Bourne, Vaughan Williams are among our top pick for YOUR local library.

FREE public drop-in sessions at Ilkley Library, (October 5-8) Manningham Library (12-15), Shipley Library (19-22). (times TBC)

Amongst the thrilling programme of VR offerings, the experiences on offer will include:

  • Hold the World with Sir David Attenbrough: Embark on a groundbreaking interactive VR tour of the Natural History Museum in London with the most iconic of guides. 
  • Wallace & Gromit in the Grand Getaway: Step into the shoes (and paws) of the legendary Aardman duo as they blast-off on a cracking new adventure that will take you from the familiar sights of West Wallaby Street to the strange surroundings of deep space. An interactive treat – all in glorious VR-O-Rama!
  • The Philharmonia Virtual Orchestra – The Lark Ascending: Experience a mesmerising 360-degree performance of Vaughan Williams’ masterpiece featuring Nicola Benedetti.
  • Monoliths: Explore England’s northern landscape through the voices and spoken word of three women, in this poignant XR experience by Pilot Theatre and One to One Development Trust.
  • **New** Doorstep Duets – An absorbing VR180 capture of Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures by immersive filmmakers Neon8.

Times to include

Ilkley Library

Monday October 5, 3pm-7pm

Tuesday October 6, 9am -11am and 3pm-5pm

Weds October 7, 9am-11am and 3pm-5pm

Manningham Library

Tuesday 13th 11.45am to 12.45pm as part of the Gents Coffee Morning.

Wednesday 14th 3pm to 4.30pm a session for families and young adults.

Shipley Library

Tuesday October 20th, 2pm-4pm
Wednesday October 21 -9.30am -11am, 2pm -4pm.

Charlie's Woodland Wonders -talk at Shipley Enterprise Hub

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Charlie Lane is 24 and a young entrepreneur.

He turned his passion for woodworking and sustainability into his own business, Charlie’s Woodland Wonders.

The business creates handcrafted wooden products using reclaimed and recycled materials, with a focus on giving unwanted timber a new lease of life.

Charlie sells products at markets and events. Along the way, he has competed in the New Market Young Trader competition, winning his local market and going on to win the Yorkshire & Humber Regional Final, earning a place in the National Finals.

We have invited Charlie to speak with Young Entrepreneurs, (aged 12+)  but if YOU are interested in starting your first market stall, please come along. 

This event is FREE. We only ask that if you book a ticket, and can't make it, you let us know in advance. We pay our speakers and want them to have a good audience and there is always someone who could pick up your ticket.  

Tickets available here: https://www.ticketsource.com/bradfordlibraries

Shipley Library Business Enterprise Hub, 2 Well Croft, Shipley BD18 3QH ·, LS29 9BN
Saturday 7th November 2026, 10am

Sketch, Create, Grow - Mindmap Your Business

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Are you an artist, maker, crafter, writer, illustrator or creative thinker with dreams of turning your passion into a career or small business?

Join local artist Dawn Hindle for an inspiring hands-on workshop exploring creative careers, creative enterprise and self-employment.

Through book-making, creative exercises and mind-mapping activities, you'll develop ideas for your future and create a visual plan for your creative journey.

This workshop is also a chance to connect with other local creatives, artists and entrepreneurs who are interested in turning their skills, artwork, crafts or ideas into income.

Feel free to bring examples of your work and share your story.

Ideal for creatives aged 16+ | No experience required |

Book tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.com/bradfordlibraries/t-mjrleol

Shipley Business Enterprise Hub (at Shipley Library), 2 Well Croft, Shipley BD18 3QH ·, BD18 3QH

Saturday 21st November 2026 1:00PM

Help and Support for Mental Health and Wellbeing at Manningham

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Support and advice on Mental Health and Wellbeing will be available for all at Manningham Library on October 8th.

Whether you are struggling yourself or would like to help a loved one, you are welcome to come along and find out more about the range of mental health and wellbeing organisations there are on your doorstep. 

The session will run from 10am until 12 noon. 

There is no need to book, just turn up.

Local Studies Talk - Industrialist Joseph Riley

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Our lunchtime talks at Local Studies, Bradford are increasingly popular.
Come along to hear David Copeland's talk about  'Joseph Riley: Industrialist, Founder of the Optical Lantern Co. & father of local author Willie Riley' .
Joseph Riley was born in 1838 in Bradford Moor, in what he described as a '"very humble but respectable and Godly home". He experienced child labour and eventually rose from poverty to success in the wool trade. His career veered several times between failure and success. His life was a mixture of business and Methodism and he died in Bradford in 1926.
The talk will take place at Local Studies, on October 15 between 11.30am and 12.30.
To book, email local.studies@bradford.gov.uk tele 01274 433688

Local Studies Talk - Looking up in Bradford

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Looking up in Bradford  by Geoff Twentyman.

Discover the hidden history of Bradford’s city centre by simply changing your perspective. Looking up in Bradford explores the spectacular 19th-century architecture that defines the city's skyline, from the towering Victorian grandeur of Little Germany to the intricate civic pride carved into Bradford Wool Exchange. This short talk delves into the visionary architects who built the world's wool capital, uncovering the original purposes of these magnificent structures and how they have adapted to modern life today.

29th of October 2026. 11:30-12:30 . Booking essential as spaces limited.

Call 01274 433688 or email local.studies@bradford.gov.uk  to reserve a seat.

Changing Realities at City Library

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A 'Changing Realities' Community Event, exploring mental health & poverty, will be held at City Library on Thursday 22nd October at 1pm.

Come along and listen to the parents & carers of Changing Realities explore mental health and poverty, followed by a workshop and discussion.

Please book your place via the link or scan the QR code:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999691824076?aff=oddtdtcreator

The event is free, and open to members of the local community. Food and refreshments will be available.

Changing Realities is a collaboration between the University of Glasgow, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Child Poverty Action Group and over 200 parents and carers living across the UK. Visit our digital zine at: https://mh.changingrealities.org/

: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999691824076?aff=oddtdtcreator

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A big month ahead


Discover Dua Lipa's passion for the written and spoken word at London Literature Festival and bring the family out to play with The Smeds and the Smoos, Wordplay and more.

Hit the button below to explore our accessible programme, then use the ‘filter by access provision’ option to refine your search.


October audio guide

Listen to our handy audio guide and find out what’s happening this month at the Southbank Centre.


Relaxed Performances

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WordPlay

FRI 23 OCT – FRI 18 DEC

Join us each fortnight for beautiful new songs and live music for you and your little one to enjoy together, within a playful, squishy space.

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Relaxed Sessions: Drawing Futures with MATT+FIONA

SAT 7 NOV

An adapted family workshop with games and activities for designing 3D drawings inspired by architecture and the world around you.


British Sign Language interpreted (BSL)

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The Smeds and the Smoos

WED 28 OCT – SUN 1 NOV

Jet off on an out-of-this-world family adventure and find star-crossed aliens, music and cosmic laughs in an Olivier Award-nominated show based on the beloved book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

British Sign Language interpreted (BSL): Thu 29 Oct, 2pm & Sat 31 Oct, 3.30pm


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Michael Lewis on Musk, Trump and the Deep State

TUE 20 OCT

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Out-Spoken: October

FRI 23 OCT

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Joseph Coelho & Friends

FRI 23 OCT

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Dua Lipa & Mustafa: Nour

SAT 24 OCT

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The 2026 Forward Prizes for Poetry Ceremony

SAT 24 OCT

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Michael Douglas: One Helluva Ride

WED 28 OCT

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Hanif & Carlo Kureishi: Are You With Me Now?

SUN 1 NOV


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The 2026 Forward Prizes for Poetry Ceremony: Live Stream

SAT 24 OCT

Join us online for some of the best poetry coming out of the UK and Ireland, and see the winners of the 2026 Forward Prizes for Poetry announced live on stage.

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Creative Future Writers' Day

SUN 25 OCT

Writers, publishers and literary professionals share hints, tips and initiatives in a day of talks and panel events.

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V. E. Schwab: Victorious

SUN 25 OCT

Friends and enemies meet again. Join the best-selling author for a talk on the triumphant conclusion to her Villains series, chaired by Saara El-Arifi.

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Malorie Blackman: Noughts & Crosses at 25

WED 28 OCT

Celebrate the legacy of this bestselling YA novel with reflections from the author alongside readings and commentary from a line-up of special guests.

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Creative Future Writers' Award Showcase

FRI 30 OCT

Find your next read at this year’s award showcase of under-represented writers, hosted by Nancy Campbell, Courttia Newland and Kieran Yates.

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Service95 Book Club: Fierce Sounds

FRI 30 OCT

What’s the sound of a novel? Jacqueline Crooks, Omar Musa, Sufiyaan Salam and Kae Tempest explore rhythm, form and what makes fiction feel alive.


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What's on this October at the museum | 

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Make it a brilliant October 🍂

There's plenty to discover at the Science Museum this month, from our major new exhibition Becoming America to space-themed family activities celebrating World Space Week.

Young explorers can enjoy a Pokémon adventure inspired by real-world space science, while visitors of all ages can experience a dazzling new light show in Wonderlab. Whether you're planning a family day out, a rainy weekend activity or an autumn adventure, there's something for everyone.

Keep scrolling to find out more or book your visit below.

Read on for your October highlights 👇

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Discover the story of a nation in Becoming America

Our major new exhibition Becoming America: How Science Shaped a Nation opens this month, exploring the scientific, technological and cultural forces that helped shape the United States.

Through remarkable objects, personal stories and thought-provoking displays, the exhibition reveals how innovation, migration, industry and discovery played a role in creating modern America.

Calling all Pokémon Trainers!

To celebrate World Space Week, the Science Museum has teamed up with The Pokémon Company International and the European Space Agency (ESA) to showcase the world of Pokémon and our ever-expanding knowledge of space. Explore our free Pokémon Space Trail, journeying through the museum to discover the connections between Pokémon, space exploration and ESA missions.

Then visit the Pokémon x ESA Shop to browse a specially curated range of Pokémon and space-themed products, including the Astronaut Pikachu plush.

Trail admission is free, and separate free tickets are required for the shop.

New live show in Wonderlab

Following the addition of Are We There Yet? this summer, there's another brilliant new live show to discover in Wonderlab this half term.

Explore the fascinating science of light and discover how it travels, bends and reflects to help us understand the world around us. Packed with eye-catching demonstrations and surprising moments, it's science brought to life.

All live shows are included with your Wonderlab ticket.

A NEW Halloween Guide to the Science Museum

 From dried mermen and leech jars to lucky black cats, discover some of the Science Museum's strangest and most surprising objects with our new family-friendly Halloween trail. Follow our step-free route through the museum and uncover mysterious stories, fascinating science and autumnal surprises along the way.

Spotlight: Flight Gallery

In the lead-up to half term, Flight offers a fantastic opportunity to slow down and explore one of our most atmospheric galleries.

Home to pioneering aircraft and remarkable stories from aviation history, the gallery is also where you'll find Lucky Jim, the black cat who accompanied wartime aircrews and became a symbol of good luck in the skies.

1812 Theatre Company
Death of a Salesman
by Arthur Miller
Thu 15 - Sun 18 Oct
Directed by Julie Lomas

The last day of Willy Loman, a failing salesman, who cannot understand how he failed to win success and happiness. Through a series of tragic soul-searching revelations of the life he has lived with his wife, his sons, and his business associates, we discover how his quest for the "American Dream" kept him blind to the people who truly loved him.

Age 12+
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Thu 15, Fri 16 & Sun 18 Oct - 7.30pm 
Sat 17 Oct - 2.30pm 

Both new and regular performers for the company star in this clever and layered masterpiece. Far from being a miserable play, as the title may suggest, it is peppered with humour and surprises. It is energetic and passionate throughout, culminating in emotional scenes, the like of which are rarely seen on stage. There is some beautiful music and performances worthy of the highest praise.
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Weekly Escape

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Have you ever watched Race Across The World and thought…I’d actually quite like to try that?

Well, you can - right here in Yorkshire.

James and I recently took on Race Across The World: The Experience in York, and it turned out to be one of the most fun and unusual ways we’ve explored the city.

You play in teams, follow clues and directions through WhatsApp, race between checkpoints, solve physical puzzles, manage an in-game budget and even complete little “jobs” along the way to earn more money.

And just like the TV show, every decision can affect your final result.

Do you spend more money on easier directions?

Do you stop to work and earn extra funds?

Do you race through York as quickly as possible…or slow down and enjoy the journey?

We definitely got a little too competitive at times. 😅

What I loved most, though, was that it wasn’t just another digital treasure hunt.

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At each checkpoint, you head into a real York business, give the secret phrase and receive a physical puzzle to solve before you can unlock the next leg of your journey.

By the end, we were confidently charging into venues shouting the secret phrase like we’d been doing it for years.

It was brilliant fun.

Even though I know York really well, the game still managed to lead us to places and little hidden gems I hadn’t discovered before - which, for me, is always the best part of these kinds of experiences.

The full race takes around 2–3 hours, but you can make much more of a day of it. The timer pauses at certain points, giving you time to grab some food, enjoy a drink or explore nearby York attractions before continuing.

We played as a couple and thought it made such a memorable date activity, but I could easily see this working brilliantly for friends or families too.

And with October half term coming up later this month, it could be a really fun way to spend a day in York if you’re looking for something a little different.

I’ve written a full review covering exactly how the experience works, what to expect, the puzzles, the route, my tips before you start and whether I think it’s worth booking.

👉 Read my Race Across The World: The Experience York review here​

And if it sounds like your kind of adventure, you’ll also find the booking link inside the guide so you can choose a date and start time that works for you.

Would your team be racing for the top of the leaderboard…or stopping for snacks at every opportunity?

Until our next adventure,

Yorkshire Events

What's on in Yorkshire this weekend?

Here's a glimpse of what's on in Yorkshire this weekend 👀

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​North Yorkshire: Yorkshire Dales Cheese Festival starts this Friday, linking dairies, farm shops and cafés across the National Park. You can explore the free trail or book separately priced tastings, farm visits and cheese-making workshops. Find out more.

West Yorkshire: Marsden Jazz Festival brings live music to pubs, halls and outdoor spaces across the village this weekend. You can wander between free performances or book tickets for selected headline concerts. Find out more.

East Yorkshire: Hull Fair returns to Walton Street this Friday with rollercoasters, family rides and traditional fairground stalls. You can enjoy free entry, explore the food stalls and pay individually for rides. Find out more.

South Yorkshire: Fright Fiesta at Gulliver’s Valley starts this Saturday with Halloween entertainment, costumes and Gilly’s Spooky Dance Party. You can meet playful monsters and zombie cowboys, with tickets from £19 per person. Find out more.

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Discover more events in Yorkshire here:​
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→ See the full calendar of events happening in Yorkshire this October here​
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→ Plan ahead with this guide to the best events in Yorkshire this November​
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→ Find out where you can celebrate Oktoberfest in Yorkshire here

→ Get into the spirit of things with these Halloween events in Yorkshire​

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Want to get the most out of Yorkshire this year?

Check out the full 2026 events calendar →

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