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Ilkley Harriers officially turned 40 on May 1st, from just a small group of passionate runners back in 1986, the Club has grown into a thriving community of almost 500 members today. The Club are marking this milestone with two fantastic weekends of celebrations in June. On Sunday June 14th, Ilkley Harriers will take on the iconic Ilkley Skyline as a relay event, followed by a social gathering at Bini Brew Co from 4–6pm. Which it says will be a great chance to catch up, share

A few Blue Plague at Wells House will be unveiled on 20 May Ilkley Civic Society is marking a milestone 60 years with a successful Hydro Exhibition, a busy AGM, and spring/summer program of events. Ilkley Civic Society [ISC] say the Hydro Exhibition earlier this year at Ilkley Manor House drew many visitors, many who weren't aware of Ilkley’s spa and hydro history. A spokesperson for ICS said: "Thanks to those who acted as Stewards at the Exhibition, we are very grateful for

Jo from Jo Kirk Therapies As part of Discover Ilkley’s Health & Wellbeing Month, the Clarke Foley Community Hub will host its third annual Health & Wellbeing Festival on Saturday, 23 May. Sponsored by Jo Kirk Therapies of Burley-in-Wharfedale, the festival will offer a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, featuring a wide range of wellbeing, holistic therapy, and lifestyle stalls; Interactive experiences and taster sessions; Handmade wellness products and gifts; Opportunities to

Wheatley Fields Recreation Ground [Image: Google Maps] Ilkley Town Council has said this week it welcomes the decision by Bradford Council to add Wheatley Fields Recreation Ground in Ben Rhydding to the list of Assets of Community Value. The recreation ground off Wheatley Lane and Valley Drive, which are frequently used by local groups and contains a community orchard, will be listed for five years with effect from 30 April 2026. Assets of Community Value provide a legal mech

They set off Sunday 10am from the Old Bridge This weekend, five local friends will lace up their boots and set off along the Dales Way Trail, the 86-mile hike from Ilkley to Bowness in Cumbria, to support two charities. What began as an idea to challenge themselves and spend quality time together quickly, became a mission for Carole, Sarah, Nicola, Nargas and Gemma to raise money for two incredible cancer charities: Knitted Knockers UK and Yorkshire Cancer Research. They set

Flight Sergeant Sam White at Buckingham Palace Royal Garden Party A local man has received royal recognition for his outstanding work commemorating the crew of a wartime Lancaster bomber that crashed on Beamsley Beacon. Flight Sergeant Sam White of 1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron RAF Air Cadets was invited to Buckingham Palace for a Royal Garden Party in recognition of his efforts to identify and contact the descendants of the Royal Canadian Air Force crew who lost their lives whe

Cllr Jane Gibson and Cllr Damian Kearns Ilkley Town Council elected a new Town Mayor at its Annual Meeting on Monday, 11 May 2026. Cllr Damian Kearns, who was previously Mayor during 2024–25, will chair the Council for the forthcoming municipal year alongside newly re-elected Deputy Mayor, Cllr Jane Gibson, Cllr Gibson was Deputy Mayor during 2024–25 and Mayor during 2025–26. The ordinary monthly Full Council meeting followed the Annual Meeting where the Council, along with e

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Pat's Party, the annual Ben Rhydding family summer music festival will return on Saturday 27 June and tickets are on sale now. Generations of local families have laughed and danced at the event over the years and raised £187,000 for good causes. This year's gold sponsor is local estate agent, Harrison Robinson. The volunteer fundraising group have confirmed the afternoon line-up full of live music from local bands including, Route 65, Man Cave, Manic Calm, Ten Fields, Reef Ho

From scenic backdrops with unparalleled views, to laid-back, intimate getaways – the top-ranked dog-friendly pub hotels in the UK have been revealed and The Cow & Calf in Ilkley is included. Eat Drink Meet – the website and app that helps people discover the best pubs, bars, and restaurants near them and provides definitive rankings of Britain’s best pubs – has revealed its 2026 list of the top ten venues in the UK for super dog-friendly staycations from Chester and St Albans

Following its success last year, Ilkley BID is this running another Health & Wellbeing campaign throughout May with prizes to be won. This initiative highlights the BID’s ongoing commitment to supporting local businesses and positioning Ilkley as a premier destination for health, wellness, and self-care. Health & Wellbeing Month celebrates the diverse range of wellness services in the town and showcases businesses that contribute to the physical and mental wellbeing of both r

A new fundraiser on Friday 5 June will bring together live DJs, percussion, coffee, breakfast, and classic house music for an early-morning celebration in the heart of Ilkley. The 'Breakfast Rave' hosted jointly between La Stazione and The Ticket Office in the Station Plaza is inspired by the growing trend of 'morning raves', and will offer a high-energy alternative to traditional nightlife, all before the working day begins. The event will have a relaxed, community focused a

Members of Ilkley Round Table at the AGM in Sheffield Members of Ilkley & District Round Table spent the weekend in Sheffield attending the Round Table Britain & Ireland AGM. The team who organise annual events including the Ilkley Half Marathon and Ilkley Beer Festival joined Tablers from across the country for a packed programme of networking, celebrations, and national decision-making. The annual AGM brings together Round Table members from across Britain and Ireland to re

Jane Sellers, Richard Downey and Andrew Loy have all be elected Andrew Loy, Richard Downey and Jane Sellers have all elected to represent the Ilkley and Addingham ward on Bradford Council. Boundary changes across the Bradford district meant all ninety seats on the council were up for election. [Ilkley and Addingham results - Bradford Council graphic] MP Robbie Moore commented on social media after the Ilkley results were announced: "An absolutely brilliant result in Ilkley &

Yorkshire Water have postponed roadworks due to start on Monday on Skipton Road in Ilkley. Yorkshire Water had been due to start major mains water connection works on 11 May, which were expected to take five to six weeks. Concerns had been raised by residents and MP Robbie Moore that the disruption would impact students at local schools due to start their exams. The company will now work with Bradford Council to agree new dates and apply for a new permit.

The Ilkley Grammar School [IGS] 'Auction of Promises', raising money for the school Enrichment Fund, is now live and open to all. There are a great selection of promises volunteered, including rare Kaiser Chiefs’ merchandise, a limited-edition Damien Hurst umbrella, a bookable show choir performance for an event of your choice, a Manchester City shirt (2025-26 season) signed by the whole team, four ball at Ilkley Golf Club and Afternoon Tea at Grantley Hall to name just a few

Reiki Ramble 4 Val A group of Ilkley friends have completed a fundraising walk, Reiki Ramble 4 Val, to support a friend who was paralysed after a terrible car crash. Physiotherapist Val Jones has resided in hospital since June 2025 when she was the victim of a terrible car crash and paralysed from the neck down. Val is awaiting the adaptation of her home so that she can finally leave the spinal injuries unit after 11 months and return home with all the care and equipment that

Leeds United fans are invited to a special live event at King’s Hall, Ilkley on Tuesday 29 September, as former strikers Jermaine Beckford and Michael Bridges take the stage for an evening of memories, laughter and football insight. Hosted by ex-Premiership player Andy Couzens, An Evening with Beckford & Bridges will revisit iconic moments from Elland Road, including Beckford’s famous Old Trafford winner and Bridges’ role in Leeds United’s early 2000s Champions League run. Th

Ilkley Pride socials will take place on Sunday’s throughout the summer Ilkley Pride & Diversity Group have announced a new series of monthly Coffee and Cake Socials at Vitello Lounge. The socials offer a welcoming, relaxed, and inclusive space for members of the local LGBTQ+ community and allies to come together, and will take place at 2pm on the following Sunday’s throughout the summer: 17th May 21st June 19th July 16th August Held in the comfortable surroundings of Vitello

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