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The Ilkley & District Round Table is celebrating a hugely successful start to this year’s Santa Float with hundreds of families stepping outside to greet Santa and support local causes in Addingham, Valley Drive and Ilkley Town Centre. With smiling children, glowing windows, and the unmistakable sound of Christmas music echoing through the streets, the opening phase of the tour has delivered everything the community cherishes about this festive tradition. Volunteers have been

Police are appealing for information to help locate Richard Thompson who is wanted on suspicion of theft offences. Thompson, aged 41, and from the Shipley area is wanted on suspicion of five theft offences which have taken place in Shipley, Ilkley, Baildon, Bingley and Guiseley since 2 September this year. Anyone who knows of his whereabouts or has information that can assist with enquiries can contact West Yorkshire Police by calling 101 or go online at https://www.westyorks

The Quinta team at England's Business Awards 2025 Quinta Restaurant, the cosy Portuguese-inspired eatery in Ilkley, has been named 'Best Restaurant in England' at England's Business Awards 2025 held in Birmingham last month. The accolade follows a public nomination and a voting process that propelled Quinta from a regional winner to the national title, beating 38 regional finalists. Founded by owners Tom and Diogo , Quinta began as a shared passion for real, freshly prepared

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The Christmas Celebration was held in the Teepees at Ilkley Rugby Club [Photo; Soul & Co] The Principle Trust Children’s Charity says it is delighted to share the success of its festive Christmas celebration, generously hosted at Ilkley Rugby Club within the stunning Christmas Teepees space kindly gifted by BAR Events UK and supporters Dan and Laura Lakin. The event welcomed families supported by the Principle Trust Children’s Charity, bringing together children referred thro

Jacqui Brett (L) and Fran Brett (R) of Clayful, Ilkley Ilkley's unique craft studio, Clayful, based in the Moors Shopping Centre is celebrating its first birthday this month. Since opening its doors on 11 December 2024, Clayful has become a must-visit destination for creativity, fun, community, and relaxation, welcoming visitors of all ages and artistic abilities. Founded by daughter-and-mother duo Fran Brett and Jacqui Brett, Clayful was born from Fran’s long-standing dream

Ilkley Town Council currently has two vacancies for non-councillor members on its Planning Committee and is inviting local residents to get involved.   The Planning Committee usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month, from 6pm, to consider and comment on planning applications within the Ilkley parish area. These meetings allow the Town Council to provide feedback to the local planning authority (Bradford Metropolitan District Council) on behalf of the community.   Alt

Krafts with Karen at the OTB Winter Festival Outside the Box has announced its first Winter Festival will take place on Sunday 14th December between 2pm and 4:30pm. The event, at the charity’s home at The Arcade on South Hawksworth Street in Ilkley, promises lots of festive fun, sparkle and merry entertainment for all ages. In partnership with Sally’s Army Choir, the free-entry festival will include carol singing and musical performances with the choir and OTB Music Group. Vi

Ilkley Christmas Tree Festival 2025 Ilkley’s Christmas Tree Festival at St. Margaret’s Church on 5th and 6th December was a huge success.   Almost 1,800 people visited the festival to enjoy the beautifully dressed Christmas trees, music and refreshments in this beautiful church.             Over 30 local charities, schools and community groups dressed their own Christmas tree to create a stunning display in church. Visitors enjoyed spine-tingling performances by Outside the B

Northern is reminding Wharfedale Line commuters to check before they travel, with train timetables changing from Sunday 14 December 2025. The update to timetables forms part of the national timetable change, which takes place each May and December. Many of the changes taking place next weekend form part of wider improvements across the rail network, with some areas - in particular the North East - seeing new routes, faster journeys, and revised train times to make train trave

Tesco customers in Ilkley are being reminded they still have the opportunity to give new toys to local children who need it most this Christmas. Until the 15th December, Ilkley Superstore on Springs Lane is holding a collection for new and unwrapped toys for The Salvation Army who will then distribute the toys to local children. Community Champion at Ilkley Superstore, Sarah Joyce, said: “We take pride in supporting our local community during the year through Tesco Stronger

OTB members at The Dine-in event Guests at the recent Dine-In event at Outside the Box in Ilkley enjoyed a very special Christmas dining experience. Delighting everyone involved, the festive evening was a showcasing and celebration of the talents of the many young people and adults with learning disabilities supported by the charity.      Event guests were treated to a delicious three-course meal, seasonal drinks and mince pie canapés, all prepared and served by the inclusive