Music at the Museum 2026: Craven Accordion Orchestra
Join us for another concert in the Music at the Museum 2026 season as we continue this year’s programme at Cliffe Castle, running alongside our events at Bradford Industrial Museum.
This performance features the Craven Accordion Orchestra, returning to Cliffe Castle after several years away. Formed from players across the region, the orchestra is known for showcasing the rich, versatile sound of the accordion through engaging and accessible performances.
For this festive concert, the orchestra will present a seasonal programme filled with well‑loved Christmas favourites, popular Christmas songs and a selection of lively pieces that highlight the expressive range of the instrument. With a few surprises planned, the afternoon promises a warm and entertaining celebration of winter music.
Whether you’re a long‑time supporter or discovering the orchestra for the first time, we’re delighted to welcome them back to Cliffe Castle.
Event details
• Location: Cliffe Castle
• Entry: Free
• Capacity: Limited. First come, first served
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
Saturday – Sunday: 11am – 4pm
All Bank Holiday Opening Times: 11:00 – 4:00 except Bolling Hall
All sites closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday
There is a small amount of free parking on Spring Gardens Lane and within the museum car park. Please note this allows for 3 hours parking, with no return within 2 hours. These parking places are managed by Bradford Council Parking Services.
There are two Blue Badge parking spaces down the slope from the museum car park which are offered on a first come first served basis. The gates to these car park spaces close at 4.30pm”
Approximately 12-25 minutes walk from the railway station, 6-15 minutes walk from the bus station. Buses (for example Bradford to Skipton) pass the lower main gates. The 903 bus service operates from Keighley Bus Station and serves Cliffe Castle on a limited basis.
7 November 2026 11:30 am – 21 November 2026 1:00 pm
26 September 2026 8:00 am – 26 September 2026 12:00 pm
10 August 2026 – 21 February 2027
19 September 2026 – 28 March 2027
