A person wearing glasses and a hijab is smiling, presenting a tray with traditional tea items. The tray holds a decorative teapot and glasses. In the background, shelves are filled with various utensils and containers, contributing to a homey atmosphere.

A man wearing an apron stands in front of a deli counter.

The People of Bradford

A new digital series for Bradford 2025 from photographer Tim Smith.

Meet the People of Bradford

With renowned documentary photographer Tim Smith, we’re introducing the world to The People of Bradford.

The People of Bradford is our new digital series, created in collaboration with renowned documentary photographer Tim Smith. Tim’s photographs and creative work capture the social and cultural experiences of his subjects – and in this unique series, we’ll bring together the lives and stories of real Bradford people with his captivating images.

These images and stories celebrate the richness and variety of Bradford’s people and places. I hope sharing them here gives people everywhere a sense of the history and shape of our diverse society and our landscapes, and what they will offer as part of our UK City of Culture.

The People

Meet The People of Bradford through this digital series.

Posted July 3, 2025

Womenzone

You're invited in to womenzone, a place that has become a second home to many women.

Posted July 4, 2025

Wool Exchange

Take a seat and listen to the stories of the people behind Bradford’s most treasured bookstore.

Posted October 3, 2025

MAPA

Get to know the people of MAPA - more than just a community centre in West Bowling.

Posted October 3, 2025

Hat making in Addingham

Meet the people under the hats in Addingham Millinery.

Anon Pakistani mango seller and his wares in Manningham. Photo by Tim Smith.

Posted June 19, 2025

Mango Men

Get ready to meet the men behind the juicy mangos sold in Bradford.

Posted August 15, 2025

Dominican Association

Come enjoy good company, a game of dominoes and delicious food at the Dominican Association.

Posted August 15, 2025

Denholme Sheep Shearing

Get to know the Clay family - Bradford farmers shearing sheep on the moors above Denholme.

Raphael Fontaine (far left) with customers at New Vision Barbers in Bradford City Centre.

Posted June 16, 2025

Barber Shops

Come on in and get to know some of the men behind Bradford's barbers.

Posted July 11, 2025

Common Space

You're invited into the Common Space, a welcoming place dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ artists and communities in Bradford.

Posted October 2, 2025

Nigerian Community Association

Meet some of the members of Bradford's Nigerian Community Association.

Posted June 23, 2025

BCB Radio Presenters

Tune in and listen to the people behind Bradford BCB Radio.

Posted July 4, 2025

Wyedean Weaving

Unravel the threads behind the people of the Wyedean Weaving Company.

Posted June 23, 2025

NEET

Step into the kitchen and prep yourself to meet the incredible team at NEET.

Posted June 2, 2025

Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

Get on board and meet the people behind Keighley and Worth Valley Railway.

Posted September 4, 2024

The Ukrainian Club

Step inside the home of the Ukrainian community in Bradford.

A group of walkers wear matching blue t-shirts. They are standing in a line on a rocky hill.