CELEBRATIONS to mark the centenary of one of Bradford oldest buildings being open to the public take place this weekend.

People will be able to step back in time at Bolling Hall to see what life was like in 1915.

Bolling Hall itself dates back to the 14th century, and was opened by Bradford Council as a museum in 1915.

Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, the executive member for culture, said: "Bolling Hall plays a significant role in Bradford's history, featuring in the Domesday Book and playing a role in the Civil War.

“We are proud to have it as one of our museums, which has given people an insight into the district's rich history for a century."

Characters from when the hall first opened will be present on the day to give visitors a taste of what life was like a century ago.

Objects and costumes from the Hall’s entire history will also be on display, as well as various activities such as longbow archery and a medieval gunnery demonstration.

A funfair will also be on-site, run by the Marshall family, who are descendants of the last family to live in the hall.

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The Saltaire Festival comes to a close this weekend with a line-up of free live bands and bustling markets.

The sprawling continental market that fills Exhibition Road with exotic tastes and smells opens today and another market with traditional gifts and goodies will also be held in Roberts Park.

Other event include a classic vehicles show at Northcliffe Motors in Saltaire Road tomorrow.

Shipley Fire Station will also hold its open day tomorrow to raise money for the Firefighters charity, and will be selling yellow hats and calendars.

There will also be a chance to have a look around a fire engine and chat with the staff.

Both events are free and run from 10am to 4pm.

Shipley Model Railway Society's 37th annual exhibition is held at Baildon Recreation Centre on Saturday and Sunday, September 20, from 10am on both days.

The exhibition features intricately detailed layouts, including Pete Goss’ elaborate ‘The World’s End’, and Kier Hardy’s new layout of Hornsey Broadway. The event runs from 10am-4pm.

For those who like a physical challenge and help a charity while doing so, the annual Bronte Mountain Bike Challenge in aid of Sue Ryder takes place this Sunday in Oxenhope.

Andrew Wood, senior fundraiser at the Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice, said they are hoping to beat last year’s record number of 350 participants.

He said: “Currently we have about 250 signed up and I would estimate we will get up to 300 before the registration closes.

“We get people who sign up on the day therefore the final total will depend on the weather.”

All money raised goes directly to Sue Ryder, and all participants receive a medal and complimentary hot meal at the finish.

The 2015 Otley Folk Festival also takes place this weekend, with a line-up jam packed with big name folk acts alongside a plethora of local performers.

Headline acts at the festival include New Rope String Band and Radio Two award winners O’Hooley & Tidow, as well as veteran artist Allan Taylor.

Steve Fairholme, head of artists and programme information, said: "From unaccompanied vocals to folk rock, there is something for everybody here.

“There will also be string music and dancing in the streets so there will be something for everyone to get involved with.”

Headliners New Rope String Band’s performance will be the last time they visit Otley, as members of the popular group are hanging up their violins at the end of the year.

The festival runs all weekend.

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