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The owners of Clayful in the Moors Shopping Centre have announced their decision to close the shop. Clayful was the brainchild of mother and daughter team, Jacqui and Fran Brett, and opened in 2024. In a statement on Facebook the pair say the closure is 'Due to lots of different reasons', but they have 'loved every minute of running Clayful in Ilkley and are so grateful to all our wonderful customers for your support and we are so grateful for all the wonderful people we’ve m

A group of friends get ready to take on 300-mile Highlands to Hadrian's Wall charity ride A group of eight friends from Ilkley are preparing to take on an extraordinary endurance challenge this spring — cycling over 300 miles, on and off road, across some of the UK’s toughest terrain to raise vital funds for two deeply personal causes. Setting off from Aviemore on Saturday 16 May, the team will ride 300 miles over 7 days, tackling an incredible 5,710 metres of climbing befo

Ilkley Town’s Over-55s face Republic of Ireland Over-55s [pictured] on Sunday Ilkley Towns AFC's Super Vets are back in international action this weekend when its Over-55s face Republic of Ireland Over-55s on Sunday, 10 May, kicking off at 2pm. Players from both squads met earlier this year when the teams faced each other in an Over-60s fixture, Ilkley came out victorious on that occasion winning 3-2. The Baht’atters will be keen to remain undefeated to RoI with the lowe

Bradford Libraries has said Ilkley Library will close later this month so improvements can be made - making it a better experience for everyone. The library will temporary relocate next door, into Ilkley Town Hall, from Monday 18 May 2026. Along with general maintenance, the makeover will include the installation of a new accessible toilet downstairs and a kitchenette, enabling groups and meetings using the library to 'grab a cuppa'. A spokesperson said: "We appreciate every

After ten weeks of delays on Skipton Road in Ilkley already this year, motorists face further disruption from Monday as Yorkshire Water start new 'major water work' on the same stretch of the A65. The works, which are expected to take five to six weeks, are to connect the new housing development to its network. During this time two-way temporary lights will be in use and the Victoria Avenue junction with A65 will be closed. These works follow ten weeks of roadworks on the sam

Siena with the rest of the band Phantom Bagman A singer songwriter from Ilkley, Siena Anderson, has launched a new album with her indie jazz band, ‘Phantom Bagman’ - and they are preparing for a gig in Leeds. Siena has had success recently with a BBC Introducing selection performing at ‘The Glasshouse’ in Gateshead, formerly known as ‘The Sage’. Phantom Bagman were described by The Glasshouse as “artists who are quietly gearing up to be something big”. Their new album av

The stark reality of what’s happening to the climate and natural world is the focus of a film to be shown to local VIPs and residents in Ilkley next week. This public event, known as the People’s Emergency Briefing, is to be held at Ilkley Grammar School on the evening of Friday 15 May and is one of hundreds scheduled across the country over coming months. It features warnings from scientists and other experts about the severe potential consequences of these crises including

The Ilkley Manor House Spring Fair is back for its third year in the Courtyard on Saturday, 9 May 2026. With something for all the family, the Spring Fair will be open between 10am and 4pm, entry is free and open to all. There will be plants for sale, grown in Ilkley Manor House’s own gardens, alongside stalls from two plant nurseries. Children can enjoy hands-on fun at the children’s planting stall, Ilkley Kitchen will be selling nibbles, and organisers are proud to support

Ilkley Lido will make a splash as it officially re-opens for the summer season this Saturday, 9 May 2026. The opening times from Saturday will be: Monday to Friday 7.30 - 8.30 and 14.00 - 18.00 Saturday & Sunday 10.00 - 14.00 The full summer program, with longer opening times, will be in effect on Saturday 23 May. A Council spokesperson said; “It’s been exciting to see the Lido pool being filled this week ready to be opened on Saturday. Ilkley Pool and Lido is one of the dist

The nine metre sign that was installed in 2025 and removed in 2026 Plans to install a smaller five meter sign at Startbucks in Ben Rhydding have been refused by Bradford Council planners, citing it 'would appear as a disproportionate and discordant feature'. After the removal of a nine metre totem sign installed in 2025 without consent, EG on The Move applied for advertisement consent for a five metre tall sign in a different location on the northwest corner, closer to the ne

The BMX Show wowed crowds with their skill and tricks Ilkley Carnival returned in lively fashion this May Day weekend, drawing thousands to the streets of town and East Holmes Field for a celebration of community spirit. The highlight was the 1,200-strong 'Children’s Books' themed parade, followed by a full afternoon of entertainment. The weekend also included special fair access that added a personal and inclusive dimension to the town’s biggest community event. 1st Ben Rhyd

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