What's On

Discover What’s On at the Brontë Birthplace. From guided tours and family craft sessions to talks, book launches, and community events, there’s always something happening in the house where literary history began.

Steve Stanworth Talk: "Keeping the Brontë Story Alive”

Steve Stanworth Talk: "Keeping the Brontë Story Alive”

10/07/2026    
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Bradford-born heritage champion Steve Stanworth shares his remarkable twenty‑six‑year journey restoring and celebrating Thornton’s extraordinary Brontë legacy. From transforming the Old Bell Chapel, where Patrick [...]
Artist in Residence: Annie Lancaster & Kevin Jones

Artist in Residence: Annie Lancaster & Kevin Jones

17/07/2026 - 07/09/2026    
12:00 AM
Artists in Residence: Annie Lancaster & Kevin Jones Friday 17 July – Monday 7 September This summer, the Brontë Birthplace is delighted to welcome Annie [...]
Online Monthly Talk: Chaos into Creativity: Reflections on The Brontë Chamber Music Series with Courtney Caitlin Phillips

Online Monthly Talk: Chaos into Creativity: Reflections on The Brontë Chamber Music Series with Courtney Caitlin Phillips

18/08/2026    
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
TITLE OF TALK:    Chaos into Creativity: Reflections on The Brontë Chamber Music Series Speaker:   Courtney Caitlin Phillips Date:       Tuesday 18 August 2026       VIA ZOOM:     at [...]
Discover Thornton: Brontë Birthplace Walking Tour

Discover Thornton: Brontë Birthplace Walking Tour

22/08/2026    
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Date: Saturday 22nd August | 11am - 1pm Starting Point: The Bronte Birthplace, 72-74 Market Street, Thornton, BD13 3HF. Tickets available here Join Paul Crossley [...]
Audio & Visual Experience: Latterhand at the Birthplace

Audio & Visual Experience: Latterhand at the Birthplace

03/09/2026    
6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 3 September 2026 7pm–8pm • Brontë Birthplace, Thornton Bradford based audiovisual duo Latterhand are bringing a special one off performance to The Bronte Birthplace, [...]
Wellness Workshop: The Unburdening: An Intimate Evening of Release

Wellness Workshop: The Unburdening: An Intimate Evening of Release

10/09/2026    
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Unburdening: An Intimate Evening of Release A quiet, simple session of guided meditation, somatic therapy, and the gentle practice of letting go. Do you [...]
Online Monthly Talk: Sibling Rivalry: Unpacking the Art of Branwell Brontë with Dr Maebh O’Regan

Online Monthly Talk: Sibling Rivalry: Unpacking the Art of Branwell Brontë with Dr Maebh O’Regan

22/09/2026    
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
TITLE OF TALK:      Sibling Rivalry: Unpacking the Art of Branwell Brontë   Speaker:   Dr Maebh O’Regan   Date:  Tuesday 22 September 2026  via Zoom  at [...]