55 listed buildings
Little Germany is Bradford's historic mercantile quarter, located just off the city centre's main shopping streets. The area is home to 55 listed buildings packed into a small corner of Central Bradford—making it one of the most remarkable heritage destinations in the UK.
MIGRATION & MERCHANTS
Beyond the breathtaking built environment, Little Germany has a fascinating social history. As the name suggests, its development is intrinsically linked to the migration of Jewish-German merchants to the city, many of whom would go on to do great things for the people and places of Bradford.
Frederick Delius
Commerce and culture have always been closely linked, and there’s no better example than the origins of world-famous classical composer Frederick Delius.
Florence & Jacob Moser
Florence Moser was a pioneering influence on early years childcare in Bradford as well as helping to fund and build the Bradford Royal Infirmary. Jacob Moser was a high-profile 19th Century merchant, early Mayor of Bradford, and one of the most prominent figures in the city’s historic Jewish community.
Frederick Delius
Commerce and culture have always been closely linked, and there’s no better example than the origins of world-famous classical composer Frederick Delius.
Florence & Jacob Moser
Florence Moser was a pioneering influence on early years childcare in Bradford as well as helping to fund and build the Bradford Royal Infirmary. Jacob Moser was a high-profile 19th Century merchant, early Mayor of Bradford, and one of the most prominent figures in the city’s historic Jewish community.
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Getting Here
Little Germany is a short walk from both the city’s central railways stations—Forster Square and Interchange. The area is well served by most through bus services, using stops on Well Street, Leeds Road, and Church Bank. Today you are invited to discover the fascinating history of Little Germany for yourself—through self-guided tours, heritage events, and new opportunities for investment, it’s time for Bradford’s fascinating past to help shape its future.
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30 Chapel Street
HERITAGE DAY
8TH MAY
2025
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THRIVE IN LITTLE GERMANY
With so much character in every building, Little Germany is the perfect location for an office, studio, or workshop. Many buildings have been retrofitted internally to provide modern commercial facilities, while retaining their historic fabric. The area is also home to Bradford Chamber of Commerce and Impact Hub co-working space. With Broadway Shopping Centre and Bradford’s cultural attractions just a short walk away, Little Germany would be the ideal location to open a new cafe, bar, or restaurant.
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Located on the corner of Chapel Street and Peckover Street, Grandad's Clock and Chair has been installed in 1992 in Bradford, England. The hyperrealistic stone sculpture is by Timothy Shutter. The piece is an interpretation of a mill owner's office with a comfortable chair, mirror and grandfather clock. Commissioned by the Bradford Council and Little Germany Action Group, the sculptures have been carved from sandstone.
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