
4 Sep 2025
Storm Gathering
ARK Bradford
A Bradford-wide conversation about climate and community draws to a close with this special event at The Beacon.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult
- Wheelchair user access
Storm Gathering brings together voices from across Bradford District for an urgent and powerful reflection on climate change.
This special event is the conclusion of Ark Bradford, a social engagement project that has invited people across the district to consider two key questions: What form will the flood take? And how will we build our ark?
Tonight’s event features a range of voices from across society – some speaking live, others heard via recordings captured during Ark Bradford’s previous events. Together, they’ll consider what the climate crisis could mean for us all: what we’re running from, and where we might be heading in the years to come.
Join artists, community groups, and neighbours from across the city as we share food, stories, and an ambient soundscape created by Flash Cassette featuring voices from Bradford. The event will be broadcast in partnership with BCB Radio, sharing the experience with listeners across the city. Food will be provided by Bradford South Asian Festival.
When the flood comes, what will you take with you – and what will you leave behind? Consider these questions and more at The Beacon in Lister Park.
Ark Bradford
Ark Bradford is a district-wide conversation about climate, community, and the stories we carry. Commissioned for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture, the project gathers voices from across the district to ask: what form does the flood take, and how will we build our ark?
Ark Bradford is a collaborative project led by Moot Works and Sheffield Hallam University in partnership with Bradford Producing Hub, SAIL and Bradford Community Organisations and Artists. For more information, visit ark-bradford.org.
Visit The Beacon in Lister Park
The Beacon is a custom-made touring venue for Bradford 2025.
From 28 August – 28 September, The Beacon will be at Lister Park.
Plan your visit below, or get in touch with us on [email protected] for more information.
Lister Park
North Park Road,
Bradford,
BD9 4NS
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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