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Ghyll Royd School in Burley-in-Wharfedale is delighted to invite its alumni, parents, grandparents, friends and supporters to a special community event marking the official launch of the 1889 Foundation The exciting new initiative is designed to support the school’s future development and long‑term vision. Founded in Ilkley in 1889, Ghyll Royd School has a proud and rich history and as part of the Foundation’s launch, the school is eager to reconnect with anyone who attended

The Acapella Fellas performing The Acapella Fellas, Ilkley’s lively all-male acapella choir, are on the lookout for new voices to join their weekly dose of fun and harmony. No auditions, no fancy skills needed – just lads ready to belt out rousing sea shanties, uplifting gospel, cheeky pop tunes, gritty blues, sentimental country ballads and proper folk favourites, all without a single instrument in sight. No experience required, no need to read or understand music, just a si

The car park at Ben Rhydding Sports Club Members of Ben Rhydding Sports Club have launched a crowdfunder campaign as they look to raise up to £300,000 to fix the club car park which is in urgent need of repair. The facility, which is used by over 2,000 people each week as well as Ilkley Grammar School students who arrive by bus throughout the day, is in its worst condition in memory with water-filled craters covering most of its 4,900 square metres. Investigations show the

Ilkley's new Banking Hub has opened this week The new Ilkley Banking Hub has opened its doors for the first time this week, moving from it's temporary home within Ilkley Library, to its new permanent location in the former HSBC bank, on the corner of Wells Road and Station Road. Cash Access UK, the organisation set up to protect access to cash across the UK, has confirmed the official opening will take place on Friday 27 March at 11am, with Ilkley's MP Robbie Moore, attendi

Outside area at The Yard Bar & Kitchen Ilkley Pride & Diversity Group has announced its Pink Pony Club, the town’s most fabulous LGBTQ+ party, is set to return, taking place on Saturday 28 March at The Yard Bar & Kitchen. Get ready for a night of big pop anthems, glitter, dancing and unapologetic self-expression as Pink Pony Club transforms The Yard Bar into a high-energy celebration of Pride, community and pure joy. Doors open at 8pm, and the dancefloor will be waiting. Insp

Arborist comes to Ilkley on Monday 4 May Village Pavilion have announced another exciting musician coming to Ilkley on bank holiday Monday, 4 May. Arborist will perform at Ilkley Moor Vaults. with support from Serin and BP Walker. Arborist is Belfast's Mark McCambridge, who first made waves with his debut single "Twisted Arrow" featuring Kim Deal of The Breeders. Since then, Arborist has gone on to support legendary acts including Low, Cat Power, Echo and The Bunnymen, and Gu

Representatives from Ilkley Town Council, Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID), and Ilkley’s business community staged a protest outside Bradford City Hall yesterday, 10 March 2026, in response to recently implemented parking charges. The parking changes include the removal of free one-hour parking on most streets and the extension of paid parking until 8pm. The protest coincided with a Bradford Council meeting at which the proposed 2025/2026 budget was being discussed

MP Robbie Moore outside the Winter Garden in Ilkley Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore has revealed which ‘Town of Culture’ bid he is backing - as both Ilkley and Keighley compete for the national award. The new competition, launched by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), will see towns across the UK compete for the title. The winning town will receive £3 million in 2028, while three finalists will each receive £250,000. Shortlisted towns will also recei

A compelling new theatre production, Bindweed, is coming to Ilkley Playhouse this spring. Produced by Ilkley based company Rise & Howl and written by Martha Loader, the award-winning Bindweed follows four men convicted of domestic abuse offences who meet each week to undergo a perpetrator programme. But as Jen, the new group facilitator, starts to make progress with the men inside the room, life outside begins to buckle. A shattering and darkly funny play about responsibility

Lizzie Pitt was diagnosed with a glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, in 2025 A fundraising campaign has been launched to help send Lizzie Pitt for life extending brain tumour treatment in Germany. Lizzie, who was born in Ilkley and who grew up in town with her family - her maiden name was Graham, was diagnosed with a glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain cancer, in 2025 after suffering a sudden seizure at home, and now needs to raised £120,000 to

Beyond The Baseline 2025 After much anticipation, Ilkley Lawn Tennis and Squash Club (ILTSC) have now revealed the full line up for this year’s Beyond the Baseline music concerts. Held in association with the Lexus Ilkley Open, the debut of the music concerts in 2025 became the talk of the town, with many hailing the week as the highlight of the Summer calendar. Following the success, the team at Ilkley have been working away to create another week to remember from 5 th -14 t

Cast & crew of Aladdin & his Marvellous Lamp The Addingham Village Panto team have announced its production of Aladdin & his Marvellous Lamp raised a whopping £3,200, which will be split between two amazing local good causes! The pantomime was on stage at the Memorial Hall across dates in February, with many of the performances selling out. £2,200 was raised in donations for Martin House Hospice, and £1000 in the raffle, which will be given to Ilkley & District Good Neighbour