Shipley

Travel Guide

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Hilly parks with hiking trails and dense woodlands overlook the preserved canal-side Victorian salt mills that today contain art galleries and shopping centers.

Shipley is a leafy and tranquil suburb of Bradford, characterized by its Victorian-era salt mills and parks. Its highlight is the Saltaire Village that contains rows of listed cottages and halls. Bring your family on hikes to the peaks of the grassy hills overlooking this town for spectacular views.

Explore the preserved mills and factories of Saltaire, a village built by Sir Titus Salt in the mid 19th century. You’ll get some of the best views of this old-world architecture by walking along the sides of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.

Reach the mesmerizing Salts Mill, a former textile mill whose robust and uniform façade resembles a vast prison. Step inside for the range of shops, restaurants and art galleries, with a particular focus on the works of iconic artist David Hockney. Another converted highlight is Victoria Hall, where concerts and conventions are held.

On a warm day, bring supplies to have a picnic in the 14-acre (5.6-hectare) Roberts Park. Let your kids enjoy the playground, while teens gather in the skate park. Watch cricket or attend a concert in summer.

Back in the heart of Shipley, explore the hiking paths of Northcliffe Park. While here, you can also wander through the Northcliffe Woods and practice your swing at the Northcliffe Golf Club. Hike up to Baildon Moor or take the historic funicular of Shipley Glen Tramway to its namesake woods and hills. In rainy weather, try Go Bowling, the Shipley Swimming Pool and the Kirkgate Centre.

Find the town in the northern part of Bradford. Travel on a train from Bradford Foster Square to the Shipley railway station to get here in a little more than 15 minutes. Continue into the countryside for other attractions such as the St. Ives Estate, the Shipley Golf Course and the Bingley Five-Rise Locks.

Shipley is a preserved industrial town surrounded by hilly woodland and parks.

Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club
4 out of 5
Hollins Hill, Baildon, Shipley, England
The price is €72 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€72
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Shipley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Only stayed for 1 night and did not have breakfast. Very convenient for Leeds Bradford Airport."

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club
The Abbey Lodge Hotel
The Abbey Lodge Hotel
3 out of 5
58 - 62 Kirkgate, Shipley, England
The price is €96 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€96
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Shipley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (501 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Room was clean and great standard and excellent breakfast served in the morning. Will use this hotel again."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025

The Abbey Lodge Hotel
The Queens Hotel
The Queens Hotel
4 out of 5
City Square, Leeds, England
The price is €115 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€115
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,443 reviews)
"Easy to park in station carpark, easy access through station, staff extremely friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025

The Queens Hotel
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Roomzzz Leeds City
Roomzzz Leeds City
4 out of 5
10 Swinegate, Leeds, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Corn Exchange and Trinity ...
9/10 Wonderful! (440 reviews)
Excellent stay in a great hotel in Leeds
"Brilliant stay in Leeds. Very clean and spacious hotel room in a perfect location near the station. Staff were also friendly and very helpful. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2025

Roomzzz Leeds City
 Quebecs Luxury Aparthotel
Quebecs Luxury Aparthotel
5 out of 5
The Old Post Office, 3 Infirmary Street, City Square, Leeds, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (292 reviews)
Great location and fabulous suite
"Great location and fabulous suite - very easy to find and staff very helpful. Minor issue with heating, but was resolved quickly - very comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025

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Innovation House
Innovation House
3.5 out of 5
31 Oxford Rd, Burnley, England
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Burnley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Turf Moor and The Weavers' ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
Great value
"Great value place and very clean. Whilst relatively basic, it represents great value when in Stoke"

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025

Innovation House
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Reviews of Shipley

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Top destination
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Salts Mill worth a visit. Ate at a good restuarant called the Balti on Otley Road

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Town cente not very inspiring. Limited shopping around market area. Mainly charity shops.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Hotel ideal location for walking to Saltaire and good road links to local small towns. Close to station.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It's quite nice, especially if you want to eat tapas over the canal.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Saltaire is worth a visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Soltaire is excellent