Where is Bradford?
About Bradford
Bradford is situated right in the heart of England with excellent road, rail and air links with the rest of the country, twenty minutes from Leeds and one hour by train to Manchester.
The city lies nestled among some of the most spectacular landscapes in England. Ten minute in a car or on a train will take you into a beautiful rolling countryside, which boasts two World Heritage Sites - Saltaire Village and the 12th-century Fountains Abbey.
How to Find Us?
By Road
Bradford is connected to the national motorway network by the M62 and M606. Approximate distances are:
| Town/City | Distance |
|---|---|
| London | 200 miles (320 km) |
| Edinburgh | 200 miles (320 km) |
| Birmingham | 120 miles (192 km) |
| Manchester | 35 miles (56 km) |
| Leeds | 8 miles (13 km) |
By Rail
Bradford Interchange has extensive rail links, many of which involve changing at Leeds. There are some direct trains from London to Bradford. Approximate journey times are:
| Town/City | Distance |
|---|---|
| London (King's Cross) | 3 hours |
| Edinburgh | 4 hours |
| Birmingham | 3 hours |
| Manchester | 1 hour |
| York | 1 hour |
| Leeds | 20 minutes |
By Air
Leeds/Bradford International Airport has regular connecting flights to/from London Heathrow and to/from Amsterdam. Manchester Airport, 50 miles away, also serves a range of international destinations.
Climate and Clothing
The weather in the UK is notoriously changeable! Please follow this link for detailed information on the UK¿s climate:
www.bbc.co.uk/weather
It is helpful to have several layers of clothing that you can put on or take off according to the changes in the weather. You will certainly need a warm coat for the winter as well as gloves, scarf and a hat.
An umbrella is also an essential item! You can buy warm clothing at reasonable prices locally so do not feel you have to use all your luggage allowance on this.
