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Bradford Industrial Museum is the first to reopen
We're starting to reopen our museums and galleries, with our Bradford Industrial Museum being the first to reopen.
The museum opened to visitors for the first time in around four months yesterday after being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The museum has been awarded a Visit Britain 'We’re Good to Go' safety certificate showing that we're sticking to the Government and public health guidance, we've carried out a Covid-19 risk assessment and we've got the required processes in place.
Captain Tom Moore's Motorbike
 Come and see the motorbike, which was recently discovered as once belonging to Captain Tom Moore, which has been given pride of place in the foyer to allow extra space for viewing.
You can still see the fascinating machines, the weaving gallery and other attractions on display. There are also exhibitions of the work of Bradford education pioneer Margaret McMillan and aerial photographer CH Wood.
 We've laid out a safe one way route around the museum and there is a separate entrance and exit. The shop is open for safe souvenir buying and a socially distanced rest area offers a cuppa in comfort.
There will be hand sanitiser stations throughout the museum and extra cleaning routines will be in place.
We'll monitor visitor numbers so areas don’t get overcrowded and the museum will be open between 10am and 2pm Tuesday to Sunday to allow for extra cleaning.
When you visit please maintain social distancing (2m apart from people not in your household) and in line with government guidance it is recommended that visitors wear face coverings if possible.
Unfortunately, where it's not possible to maintain social distancing, some areas may remain closed,
You'll also be asked to leave your contact details to help with Test and Trace.
To make sure each museum can open safely, our other museums are planned to open in the following order
- Cartwright Hall 18 August
- Cliffe Castle 25 August
- Bolling Hall 9 September
Each museum needs to go through a series of checks, with measures put in place to make sure we can welcome people back safely.
For more information visit the website
Updates on using parks and green spaces
Parks and green spaces remain open for exercise where people follow social distancing and hygiene advice.
Cafes and ice cream vendors have now re-opened in line with government guidance.
Outdoor gyms and Multi-Use Games Areas are now open. People are reminded to be alert to social distancing and hygiene guidance when using these areas. Outdoor gyms are not disinfected and users are advised to use wipes and hand sanitizers before and after use of the equipment.
Play areas
In order to safeguard children from coronavirus, play areas remain closed for now but this is under review.
Play areas have been identified Play areas have been identified locally as high risk areas for transmitting coronavirusas high risk areas for transmitting coronavirus. The virus can remain on hard surfaces for several days and we are unable to disinfect equipment and surfaces. There are also significant risks to complying with social distancing guidance associated with these facilities. Please do not use play areas until they have been reopened.
For more information visit our Public green space and rights of way guidance webpage
Do you need help or support?
 If you need help or have a particular need please ring and talk to one of our friendly team who will take some details and pass them onto the relevant service. Call 01274 431000 or for BSL text 07790 347389.
We can help by:
- helping you get a priority shopping delivery slot
- arranging food parcels for people on the government shielded list who need them
- ringing for a friendly chat
- referring people who are not shielded who need emergency food to one of the district's food banks
See our website for more information about local support and volunteering to help others.
Stay at home as much as possible
During this time, work from home if you can. When you do go out:
- avoid public transport if possible
- wear a face covering if you do use public transport and in busy places
- keep your distance from people who are not in your household
- wash or sanitise your hands regularly
- use cashless payment if possible
If you or anyone in your household has coronavirus symptoms, you must all self-isolate
See the latest Government guidance on staying alert and safe.
Coronavirus testing in Bradford District
Walk-in mobile testing units are available in community locations throughout the district. These testing units are a quick and easy way to get a coronarvirus test with or without an appointment.
The units are available for anyone who has symptoms of Covid-19, such as a high temperature, a new cough, or a change in sense of taste or smell, or thinks they may have the virus.
Are you concerned about someone's safety?
If you have a concern about the safety of a child or a vulnerable adult, do not keep it to yourself. Report your concern on the Safer Bradford website. We’re available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Or call:
- For children 01274 435600 (01274 431010 out of office hours)
- For adults 01274 431077 (01274 431010 out of office hours)
- If someone is at immediate risk of harm call 999
Don’t think, “What if I’m wrong?”. Think, “What if I’m right!”
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:
- you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- your condition gets worse
- your symptoms do not get better after 7 days
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
Helpful links
UK Government guidance and support
NHS coronavirus advice and information
Bradford district coronavirus advice and information
Support for local businesses
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