Cartwright Hall
📍 Lister Park, Bradford BD9 4NS, UK
About Cartwright Hall
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery is a stunning civic art gallery located within the picturesque Lister Park in Bradford. This handsome building is a must-visit destination, renowned for its impressive art collections and ability to host major exhibitions, such as the prestigious Turner Prize. Visitors consistently praise the well-organised exhibitions and the beautiful parkland setting, making it a cultural gem in Yorkshire.
The gallery showcases a diverse range of art, from local works to nationally significant pieces, offering something for every art enthusiast. Reviewers frequently commend the friendly and helpful staff found throughout the rooms, enhancing the visitor experience. Many also appreciate the pleasant surrounding park and the nice cafe attached, perfect for a break during your visit. With an excellent Google rating of 4.6/5 stars from 975 reviews, it's clear why Cartwright Hall is a favourite.
Visiting Information
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday. Opening hours are 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday, and 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays. Free parking is available for visitors. The gallery is committed to accessibility, offering wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and restrooms, though visitors note that accessible access is at the rear and could be better signed. Payment options were not specified.
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📍 Lister Park, Bradford BD9 4NS, UK
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Showing 5 of 980 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.
Art gallery in a beautiful Edwardian house just outside Bradford city centre. There are large gardens and a lake to walk around and in the house itself are several large rooms to display art. We visited for the Turner Prize exhibition as part of Bradford's year as City of Culture. The local people we spoke to were all very proud that Bradford was hosting the Turner Prize and the staff at Cartwright Hall were extremely friendly and welcoming. A lovely visit!
This handsome building is worth a visit. We went along for the Turner Prize exhibition and looked at the other pieces from their collection. Well organised and exhibited and friendly staff in all the rooms. About 15 mins walk from Frizinghall Station which is well connected. The park is pleasant to walk in too and the cafe is good.
Beautiful hall and grounds, but does have a little of an unkept feel to it. Sadly we did see some rats in the car park! The free parking was great, and the Turner exhibition was very impressive. Disabled access was around the rear of the building, and not very well signed and we went to the front to begin with, but helpful staff escorted us in and once within it was easy to manoeuvre within the building. Definitely worth a visit.
This art gallery is in one of those Victorian buildings that expresses the confidence of the period. On my visit there was an exhibition of the Turner Prize finalists and this was excellently curated. It is well worth a visit if you are at all interested in art. The setting, within a large park, only adds to the experience.
Visited Cartwright Hall for the Turner Prize and it was wonderful! Such a nice way to spend a few hours on a weekend. Gorgeous building, lots of free parking round about. Would recommend.