Directory of 1,500 community groups active in Bradford district
Directory of 1,500 community groups active in Bradford district
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Black Health Forum |
The main aim of the Black Health Forum (BHF) is to work in partnership with the African / African-Caribbean communities in the Bradford district enabling them to become, confident and informed about Health and Social Care Services on offer. The BHF acts as a conduit for disseminating information and signposting services. It also supports African and African Caribbean groups that do not have a constitution in delivering health related projects. The BHF was set up informally in May 2000, to look at health and social care issues relating to African/African-Caribbean communities and the services they receive. Due to the successful funding application made in 2001, to the then City Primary Care Trust, the BHF was able to go on to develop into a more formal structure with the ultimate goal of achieving our aim. The forum is made up of health, social and voluntary sector workers, who share a common goal of reducing inequalities in health and social care for the African/African-Caribbean communities in the Bradford district. Over the years the committee members have changed, some have left and new ones have come on board and some old members have returned. The forum continues to run on a purely voluntary basis. Over the past two years we have seen a significant increase in membership. |
| BLAGY (Bradford Lesbian and Gay Youth) |
BLAGY is a safe space for young LGBTQ+ people. We have a varied programme of activities including; sexual health workshops, discussions, external speakers or sometimes we just cook some food and network together. Any LGBTQ+ people between the ages of 14 and 25 are welcome. Please call Jonathan or Verity on: 01274 395815 for more information or email: bradford@mesmac.co.uk |
| Bloomin' Buds Theatre Company |
We increase access to opportunity, and to the arts for people from lower and working class backgrounds. We run weekly sessions in community centres as well as a variety of one off sessions, we do workshops in schools, community performances and professional theatre pieces. Drama club - Rockwell Community Centres, FREE, Wednesday 4:00-5:30pm Contact us for details of other sessions. |
| Bolton Villas Cricket Club |
Volunteer run cricket club |
| Born in Bradford |
Born in Bradford is one of the largest research studies in the world, tracking the lives of over 30,000 Bradfordians in the city to find out what influences the health and wellbeing of families. We use our findings to develop new and practical ways to work with families and health professionals to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. A team of dedicated professionals in applied health research have been working with children and families for over 10 years with the aim of improving the health, wellbeing and life outcomes of the children of Bradford. We work very closely with other professionals and services including NHS, Education, Local Authority and the Community & Voluntary Sector. Our research is disseminated in various ways including publications, our website, through community engagement and the families and services that we work with. Our current research projects include: BiB Growing Up, BiB Primary School Years and Born in Bradford’s Better Start. |
| Bosom Friends (Bradford) |
A patient led support group for breast cancer patients in Bradford and the surrounding districts. Check out our website www.bosomfriendsbradford.org or Facebook www.facebook.com/BosomFriendsBradford for more details |
| Bracken Bank & District Community Association |
Bracken Bank & District Community Association is a registered Charity (1083458) and seeks to address inequalities through the promotion of self help, community pride and mutual support by facilitating the provision and development of services, activities and resources for the benefit of the Bracken Bank & District community. We also seek to directly involve local people with key decision makers and service providers in shaping the future of their community. Our work is currently focussed on those living in the areas of Bracken Bank & Ingrow, Fell Lane & Westfell, Oakworth, Bogthorn & Exley Head, Guardhouse, Laycock & Braithwaite. |
| Bradford East African Community | |
| Bradford & District Sea Angling Club |
To arrange boat fishing trips for sea anglers. We use the best boats that we can. With reliable skippers that have been in the buisness a long time. We meet at the New Inn, East Bierley, BD4 6PP. Third Tuesday of every month, commencing at 8pm. £20 per year membership. |
| Bradford 2025 |
Bradford is planning to bid for the title of UK City of Culture in 2025. The bid presents a brilliant opportunity for us to showcase not only the incredible home-grown talent we have here in Bradford, but to create a legacy which improves opportunities for local people and promotes the city as a fantastic place to live, work and enjoy. Bradford Culture Company Ltd has been established to promote arts, culture, heritage and creativity in Bradford in the public interest and create a bid for Bradford’s bid for UK City of Culture 2025. It may also undertake other cultural activities at the discretion of its directors. |
| Bradford Airedale Athletic Club |
Bradford Airedale is an athletic club which gives members access to training, coaching and competition for all age groups in track and field athletics and road, cross country and fell running. Please see website for coaching times and information. We also have opportunities for people wanting to become coaches, officials, timekeepers or event marshals. We will take short-term volunteers/placements or more permanent volunteers. Anyone welcome from age 7 upwards. |
| Bradford Amateur Rowing Club |
As a charity we provide rowing for all members of the community from age 12yrs. |
| Bradford and Calderdale Animal Friends |
Small group of people who are concerned about the plight of animals involved in the factory farming, vivisection, fur industry and those hunted for sport. Our latest campaign has been to tackle the issue of grouse shooting on moors around the local area and we are making huge progress on this issue. |
| Bradford and District Befriending Network |
Bradford and District Befriending Network brings together organisations across the district that provide Befriending to people living throughout the district. It is an informal group that meets 3 to 4 times a year. It aims to share good practice, identify needs and gaps in provision and work together to promote a range of befriending interventions to reduce the number of people in the district who are lonely and socially isolated. |
| Bradford and District Disabled People's Forum (BDPF) |
To link disabled people and disability groups together to ensure that they have a stronger voice in the District. To establish an inclusive partnership of groups bringing together representation from the widest definition of disability. |
| Bradford and District Live at Home Scheme |
Bradford and District Live at Home Scheme has five Live at Home connection hubs in Bradford, based in: |
| Bradford and District Senior Power |
A city-centre hub, person-centred with a warm welcome led by volunteers offering activities, signposting and volunteer opportunities to people district-wide. Open 11am-3pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat (course booking only). |
| Bradford and District Sunday School Billiards League |
To promote the game of billiards through Sunday schools, Mechanics Institutes and similar organisations. Team membership by application. Meet at member institutes on Mondays and Tuesdays 7:30pm September to May. Committee meet at Cornerstone Methodist Church (formerly Great Horton Methodist Church) on the first Wednesday each month at 7:30pm. AGM July. Approx 50 players, 5 member institutes: |
| Bradford and Keighley Register Office |
Register births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships at Bradford and Keighley Register Office. Contact Bradford and Keighley Register Office by phone, email or post to or book an appointment. The services offered by Bradford and Keighley Register Office include: |
| Bradford And North Yorkshire Pre-school Learning Alliance |
Support for families and early years settings, including toddler groups and childminders, in the 0-5 age range |
| Bradford Branch of the British Cactus and Succulent Society |
To further the knowledge of our plants and general enjoyment of the hobby. Meet at Saltaire Methodist Church Hall on the second Wednesday of every month at 7:15pm. Anyone interested is welcome. £1 admission includes tea and biscuits. Every meeting has a speaker, or feature about cacti and succulents, usually illustrated. Plenty of time to ask questions and discuss any problems related to these plants. Branch show June. Greenhouse visits in summer. Plant auction July. AGM November. Approx 35 members. |
| Bradford Breastfeeding Buddies (NCT) |
Bradford Breastfeeding Buddies is a local breastfeeding peer support service offered by the National Childbirth Trust (NCT). We provide support and information around breastfeeding to families in the Bradford and Keighley areas. Our peer supporters are all mums who have breastfed their own children; they work voluntarily but are fully trained to offer breastfeeding support and are professionally supervised. You can also get information about Bradford Breastfeeding Buddies from your midwife or health visitor. |
| Bradford Bridge Club |
Promotes and teaches Contract Bridge. Evening drives Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 7.10pm until approx 10.30pm |
| Bradford Camera Club |
To promote an interest in photography and to provide information on all levels of photography. Membership open to all. Meet at Cottingley Community Centre on Thursdays at 7:30pm excluding May to August. Film and digital expertise. There is an annual membership fee, prices listed below, as well as a £2 charge per session for drinks and snacks provided |
| Bradford Cathedral |
Bradford's beautiful Cathedral is a hidden jewel waiting to be discovered. Set in tranquil gardens the Cathedral is alive with a sense of story from its thirteen centuries at the heart of the city. This, the third church on the site, is over 500 years old, with twentieth century additions. Bradford's most ancient place of worship is friendly, peaceful and fascinating, with many special features. The Cathedral is home to some of William Morris' earliest stained glass: there is bronze and embroidery designed by Ernest Sichel: sculpture by Flaxman, Alan Collins and John Shaw: impressive windows and delightful woodcarvings: and an active arts programme provides a rich feast of drama, exhibitions and literary events to please the eye and inspire the imagination. Bradford was the birthplace of Delius, and is still a place of music. The Cathedral has a fine tradition of music, with a rich heritage of choral and organ music to explore and enjoy in a regular pattern of services and weekly organ recitals that take place on most Wednesday lunchtimes during term It is also a wonderful venue for chamber concerts, including an annual series during Autumn and Winter. Bradford's ancient parish church is a civic church, and a diocesan cathedral. Throughout the year there are many services which are colourful and interesting to the visitor, as they reflect local or national life, or the festivals of the Christian Year. All are welcome. To find out more about this year’s calendar of events, please visit the website or contact the Cathedral Office. |