Inspired by a rich and diverse cultural history, a few years ago the City of Bradford in the heart of West Yorkshire's Bronte Country put forward a bid to be considered for the title of European City of Culture in 2008.
Having produced many famous authors (from the Brontes to J.B. Priestley and more contemporary writers such as John Braine and the poet Joolz), composers such as Delius, singers and musicians such as Kiki Dee and Gareth Gates, and of course David Hockney (arguably the world's greatest living artist), the City of Bradford has already made significant contributions to the literary, musical and visual arts at the international level.
Being home to Britain's National Media Museum, the Peace Museum and the Bronte Birthplace in Thornton (besides a wide range of other museums, art galleries and theatres), the city has much to offer the eager "culture vulture" - whether interested in the historical perspective or a more contemporary theme.
Special events include the Ilkley Literature Festival (which is held in nearby Ilkley), the Bingley Show, the Saltaire Festival, the Bradford Festival, and the Bradford Mela.
The city and wider district are also home to the Priestley Centre for the Arts and the Airedale Symphony Orchestra (which is actually based in Ilkley in lower Wharfedale).
Although not making it to the final shortlist, Bradford's thriving arts scene and its diverse multicultural influences have made the city a worthy contender for the culture title, and as such Eagle Intermedia Publishing Ltd. is proud to have supported the bid through the active involvement of its Bronte Country / City of Bradford and "City of Culture" websites.
[N.B. Please mention the Eagle Intermedia City of Bradford and / or Eagle Intermedia Bronte Country websites when making your enquiries.]
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