Songs with a Bradford Accent Concert Scheduled for December
November 10, 2025Local songwriters to perform at Kirkgate Community Centre
A concert featuring songs with a Bradford accent is set to take place on Sunday, 7 December 2025, at the Kirkgate Community Centre in Shipley. The event will showcase a collection of songs written about the people, groups, and special places within the Bradford District.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, 7 December 2025
- Time: Doors open at 6pm, concert starts at 7pm and finishes at approximately 10:15pm
- Location: Kirkgate Community Centre, 39a Kirkgate, Shipley, BD18 3EH
- Admission: Free of charge
- Age guidance: All welcome
Performers and Programme
The concert will feature performances by a number of local songwriters and groups including:
- Mockingbirds
- Nigel Hoyle
- Nigel Broadbent
- Janglebuddies
- Ben Martin
- Hilary McMullen
- Lewis Pugh
- Into the Buttercup
These artists have been involved throughout 2025 with the Topic Folk Club’s project to collect and perform songs that reflect the Bradford District’s unique cultural identity.
Facilities and Contact Information
Food and drink will be available for purchase from 6pm, including traditional pie and peas with a vegetarian option. For further information, the organisers can be contacted via email at bd25topic@gmail.com or by phone on 01274 593585 (Robbie Martin).
The Kirkgate Community Centre is accessible and located in Shipley, providing a local venue for this community-focused event.
Additional Information
The concert forms part of a wider effort to celebrate local culture through music and storytelling. It provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to engage with the heritage of Bradford through live performances by the songwriters themselves.
