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The 4 2025 Travel Prize winners, sponsored by the CIWMT., enjoyed an expenses paid visit to Paris for the February Premiere Vision show.
Members of the Bradford Textile Society and guests gathered on 21st November 2025 for the Society’s annual dinner, held at the Cedar Court Hotel, Bradford. The event was a great success, welcoming 130 guests for an evening of celebration, camaraderie and networking.
2025 marked the centenary of the Society’s Annual Design Competition, a milestone celebrated with a special live event at the Dye House Gallery, Bradford College.
