Bradford Cathedral

Anglican cathedral dating to the 15th century with the finest stained glass collection in West Yorkshire. The William Morris windows and modern pieces by John Piper create an exceptional display of 500 years of glass artistry. It sits in Bradford's City Centre, close to the other main sights. It sits below the headline sights but earns its place on a longer visit to Bradford, especially paired with nearby National Science and Media Museum. Entry is free and 45 minutes-1 hour gives you a thorough visit.

Priority: Medium - include with 2+ days Time needed: 45 minutes-1 hour Best for: the most significant collection of stained glass Skip if: You're uncomfortable in religious buildings or rushed for time Cost: Free

Enter through heavy oak doors into soaring Gothic arches where colored light streams through medieval and modern stained glass. The acoustic resonance makes even whispered conversations carry across stone pillars.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible via side entrance, large print service books available

The most significant collection of stained glass in Yorkshire spanning five centuries. It is not the first thing you should see in Bradford, but with two or more days it fills a gap the major sights leave. It pairs naturally with National Science and Media Museum and Alhambra Theatre - together they fill a solid half-day. Afternoon tends to work best here. Free entry makes the decision easy - walk in, see if it holds your attention, and leave when you have had enough.

Skip if: You're uncomfortable in religious buildings or rushed for time

• Free guided tours available Saturdays 11:00.
• Look for the Abraham window by John Piper.
• Toilets and shop in the adjacent building.

Insider tip: The Morrison Chapel contains glass rescued from a bombed London church during WWII

Photography permitted except during services, best light for stained glass 2-4pm