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Ilkley resident Henri Murison receives an MBE for services to the Economy Local people are once again recognised in the King's New Year Honours announced today. Ilkley resident and former Ilkley Town Councillor, Henri Murison, the Chief Executive for the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, receives an MBE for services to the Economy. Henri joined the Northern Powerhouse Partnership in 2017 and became Chief Executive in 2022. Speaking to Ilkley Chat, Henri said: “Amongst many oth

[Photo: UWFRA] A woman suffered a fall on Ilkley Moor Sunday afternoon [28 December 2025] and first on the scene were the volunteers from Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association (UWFRA) who after assessing the casualty determined she was suffering from stage 1 hypothermia The UWFRA team were called out to assist Yorkshire Ambulance Service following reports of a lady who had fallen at the Cow and Calf and sustained a lower leg injury. A spokesperson for Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescu

Troutbeck on Crossbeck Road [Google Maps] The renovation of the former Troutbeck care home in Ilkley has begun with the new owners aiming to bring it back to life as a high-quality care home. The historic building on Crossbeck Road, Troutbeck was once a hotel and welcomed guests such as King Charles and even hosted live music in its famous ballroom, including a short appearance by Jimi Hendrix. Previous owners, Maria Mallaband Limited, closed the home at the start of 2024 fol

The New Year’s day plunge at White Wells on Ilkley Moor takes place on Thursday 1st January 2026 between 10am and 5pm. Since 1995, people have queued up to take a refreshing dip in the stone bath. Previously the age range of dippers was between six and seventy-four and the furthest visitors were from New Zealand, Tasmania, South Africa and New York! Mark & Joanne, who run White Wells, said: "Plunging is free but we do request that visitors support the cafe and buy a drink or

📋| ILKLEY CHAT JOBS BOARD |📋 23.12.25 every Tuesday with Right at Home Ilkley, Keighley & Skipton  - recruiting CareGivers to provide quality care in a client’s home: www.rightathome.co.uk/ilkley-jobs 🖱 To add a vacancy next week or view the Jobs Board on our website visit ilkleychat.co.uk/jobs-board There are three sections - main jobs, apprenticeships and volunteers. ■■■ MAIN JOBS ■■■ CLASS TEACHER – SACRED HEART, ILKLEY The Governors wish to appoint an inspirational cla

Ilkley Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club marked the close of another successful year with a Christmas Lunch held at The Lister Arms in Ilkley. The event was well attended despite the busy festive period, reflecting the continued strength and popularity of the club within the local defence community. Members gathered to recognise the importance of connection, mutual support, and camaraderie that the club provides throughout the year. The club also expressed its thanks t

There was plenty of joyful festive cheer and a feeling of community connection as eighty-five older residents joined Ilkley and District Good Neighbours for their annual Christmas lunches.  Held over three separate afternoons, the charity’s lunches are a highlight of the year, offering not just a delicious meal but a valuable opportunity for companionship and making new friendships. One guest who had recently moved to Ilkley said how the lunches have been a heartwarming intro

The Rotary Club of Ilkley hosted its annual charity Holly Ball on Saturday 13 December, welcoming a sell‑out audience of 200 guests to the stunning King’s Hall and Winter Garden. Guests enjoyed a three‑course dinner before dancing the night away to live music from The Warning Tones and a disco set by Your Ilkley Radio's Nick Babb. A lively auction featuring spectacular lots, alongside a raffle supported by local businesses and organisations, helped raise an impressive £20,000

Jacqui Mac MediSpa took the top spot in Ilkley The winners of local MP Robbie Moore’s 2025 Small Business Awards have been crowned after more than 2,500 votes were cast for over 200 small businesses across Keighley, Ilkley, Craven and the Worth Valley. In the local awards , Jacqui Mac MediSpa took the top spot in Ilkley . Owner Jackie grew up in Ilkley and is a well-known and respected practitioner, recently hailed ‘Best Boss’ at this year’s Ilkley Business Awards. Jacqui Ma

Ilkley Beer Festival [Photos; Soul & Co] The Ilkley Beer Festival has been included in a guide to the 'Fantastic Beer, Wine and Spirit Festivals in Yorkshire to Check Out in 2026'. The annual event in February, organised by Ilkley & District Round Table and held at the King's Hall & Winter Garden, raises over £40,000 for local good causes each year. The guide looks at the top festivals celebrating everyone’s favourite tipples in Yorkshire, and includes the Ilkley Beer Festiv

As usual bus and train services in and around Ilkley will be amended over the Christmas and new year holiday period ·       Monday/Tuesday 22 nd /23 rd December – trains and buses run by First (X84), Connexions (961 & 962) and North Yorkshire Council (74A) will run a normal weekday service, but buses run by Keighley Bus Company (62 & 64) will run a Saturday service. ·       Christmas Eve Wednesday 24 th December – during the day trains and buses run by Connexions and No

As well as the usual Saturday morning East Holmes Field parkruns, the team in Ilkley will host two special events on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Both will start at 9am by the skatepark, so residents are being warned that the field will be a bit busier at that time. Hattie O'Looney, East Holmes Field parkrun Event director, told Ilkley Chat: “We’d like to welcome anyone to come along, it’s a fun, friendly atmosphere, and you can run, walk, or just spectate. “We’re also l