14 Jun 2025
Share Your Story: On Board at The Beacon, Bowling Park
National Literacy Trust in Bradford
The Bradford Stories Bus is coming to The Beacon for a one-day story spectacular.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult
We’re teaming up with our friends at the National Literacy Trust in Bradford to bring the magic of storytelling to Bowling Park.
Join us on board the Bradford Stories Bus, a classic American school bus transformed into an inspiring space for reading, writing and storytelling.
On Board at The Beacon features a full day of story workshops and activities for children aged 5–11. Could you be a poet – or would you rather be a rapper? Would you like to write a novel – or are you hoping to create your own comic book? Whatever your tastes, we’ve got your ticket into a world of stories. Simply come along and share your story.
Schedule
- 10am-4pm: Join author and illustrator Naureen Khawaja to make your own comic books
- 10am-4pm: Share your story- take part in our story sharing campaign through writing and sharing a story for the chance to win some book bundles!
- 10am-4pm: Performances by Cecil Green Arts
- 10am-4pm: Arts and Crafts and activities for the whole family.
- 10am-12pm & 1:30pm-3pm: Lisa from Fettle & Fable present a ‘puppet suitcase theatre’ show called ‘Toller’s Neighbours’ – a traditional Scandinavian folk-tale further developed by Fettle & Fable, that highlights themes of friendship, community, the environment and change. Performances every half an hour.
Visit The Beacon in Bowling Park
The Beacon is a custom-made touring venue for Bradford 2025.
From Thursday 22 May to Sunday 22 June 2025, The Beacon will be in Bowling Park.
Plan your visit below, or get in touch with us on [email protected] for more information.
Bowling Park
Bowling Hall Rd
Bradford BD4 7TL
In partnership with
National Literacy Trust in Bradford
Access
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Wheelchair spaces available to book
If you are a member of our access scheme, sign in to your Bradford 2025 account to book a wheelchair space and companion ticket.
If you have any questions or would like to join the scheme, contact our Ticketing team on [email protected]
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