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The event marked the 80th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force Lancaster crash on Beamsley Beacon [Photo: Chris North] A poignant day of remembrance unfolded across Wharfedale as local veterans, families, and community representatives marked the 80th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force Lancaster crash on Beamsley Beacon. The event was organised by FS Sam White of 1224 (Wharfedale)Squadron Air Training Corps, ably assisted by the Ilkley Armed Forces and Veterans

Bettys Ilkley will reveal its Christmas window on Friday 7 November 2025 Bettys on The Grove in Ilkley will be unveiling its Christmas window on Friday and there are free drinks and mince pies. A Christmas window reveal is something of a tradition at its Harrogate shop, but this will be the first time such an event has taken place in Ilkley. A spokesperson for Bettys said: "The most magical moment of the year is nearly here…"Our Christmas window is coming soon – a tradition w

WTA brings The Nutcracker and the Music Box to Ilkley 20th-22nd November The enchanting story of The Nutcracker and the Music Box will be brought to The Kings Hall this November by Wright Theatre Arts (WTA).  You are cordially invited to a dazzling 1920’s Christmas party, where the story starts. This reimagining of the traditional ballet, combining the well-loved Nutcracker with the traditional folk tale of the enchanted music box, premieres new choreography by Lynne Wright,

The sign will have to be removed with planning being refused Bradford Council has refused advertisement express consent for the internally illuminated 'Starbucks' totem sign on Wheatley Lane in Ben Rhydding. Plans has been revised from the 9m sign, installed without permission, to 6m, but planners still refused them yesterday [Tuesday 4 November] saying it would 'not be in keeping with the immediate residential setting' and the 6m sign would 'result in an over dominating stru

Ilkley Musical Theatre Society presents Little Shop of Horrors 12-15 November With a week to go until opening night, Ilkley Musical Theatre Society [IMTS] is bursting with excitement as their latest production, Little Shop of Horrors, prepares to take over the King’s Hall in Ilkley. Months of rehearsals, creativity and hard work have led to this moment, and the cast and crew are more than ready to wow audiences from 12 to 15 November 2025. Every number has been polished to pe

MP Robbie Moore has launched his Small Business Awards 2025 Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has launched his 2025 Small Business Awards, inviting the public to vote for their favourite small business across Keighley, Ilkley, Craven and the Worth Valley. The competition will award four businesses the accolade of Best Small Business for the areas of Keighley, Ilkley, the Worth Valley and Craven, before an overall winner is of the four is announced. Residents can nominate an

Steeton Male Voice Choir at the King's Hall in Ilkley [Photo: Ian Sweet] Steeton Male Voice Choir performed alongside Otley Brass Band at their latest concert at the King's Hall in Ilkley. The concert on Friday 24th October was well received with Steeton Male Voice Choir, under Musical Director Catherine Sweet, wooing the audience with songs like “Mr Blue Sky” and “Somebody To Love” accompanied by pianist Elaine Dave. The Otley Brass Band gave the audience a chance to tap wit

Lindy Garner Ceramics will be at the Christmas Makers' Fair The much-loved Ilkley Manor House Christmas Makers’ Fair is back on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 November, open from 10am to 5pm each day. The medieval Manor House will be beautifully dressed for the festive season and filled with stalls offering unique, hand-crafted gifts. Visitors can expect a broad array of items including scarves, homeware, glass statement pieces, home décor, jewellery, prints, knitwear, Christmas d

Ilkley's annual Remembrance parade and service is this Sunday afternoon Ilkley Town Council has been keeping an eye on the weather forecast and is pleased to see that it looks like it should remain dry for its annual Remembrance parade and service, which will be held this Sunday 9 th  November. Remembrance events are an opportunity to officially remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life. This years’ service w

Chris Ribsey, Matt Broadley and Adam Lewis outside The Ticket Office on the Station Plaza As the Ticket Office approaches its 8th birthday, the popular Ilkley bar is getting ready to change tracks and welcome new leadership on board.  After three dedicated years as General Manager, Chris Ribsey, is stepping off the platform, on 1st January 2026, having helped transform The Ticket Office into one of Ilkley’s favourite destinations.  Chris has been an integral part of The Ticke

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A girls open afternoon is being held to see if enough girls in the local area interested in female only rugby Inspired by the amazing results of the England Women's team this summer, Ilkley Rugby Club [IRFC] have decided now is the time to see if there are enough girls in the local area interested in female only rugby to create its own teams.    The club is hosting a free open afternoon of fun training drills, mini games, and some information about what it’s aiming to create