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Independent luxury hair salon Joseph Bespoke is celebrating 20 years in Ilkley, marking two decades of providing personalised hairdressing services to the local community and beyond. The milestone comes as the business celebrates becoming the only stockist in the area of the prestigious Kérastase professional haircare range. Approaching its second anniversary at its current premises on South Hawksworth Street this December, Joseph Bespoke has built a loyal following through i

West Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and CCTV footage following a series of burglaries and attempted burglaries in Ilkley. Several garages and sheds were targeted overnight between Tuesday 20 October and Wednesday 21 October 2026. Police have received six reports of incidents across the town, including two on Skipton Road, one on Kings Avenue and three on Easby Close. CCTV footage from one property shows suspects in a garden at around 1am on Wednesday 21 October

Daniel Martin plays Moses This autumn, Ilkley Musical Theatre Society (IMTS) is bringing the spectacular musical The Prince of Egypt to the King's Hall stage. Based on the DreamWorks film, it features the story of Moses and his brother Ramses, and explores family, faith, courage and freedom through powerful storytelling and Stephen Schwartz’s unforgettable score. The cast includes Daniel Martin taking on Moses after playing Frollo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame, while Fen Gre

A second Climate Café Listening Circle is coming to Ilkley next month, offering local people a welcoming, supportive space to share their feelings about climate change and the ecological crisis. The free event will take place on Monday 16 November, from 7pm to 8.30pm at Quaker House on Queens Road, Ilkley. It follows the first Climate Café in Ilkley and provides another opportunity for people to come together, listen to one another and explore the emotions that can arise when

Talland String Quartet Next month Ilkley Concert Club will present three more Afternoon Concerts featuring young musicians from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester. This has become a regular treat for music lovers with the combination of talented performers and a relaxed afternoon atmosphere. The three concerts are open to all comers and take place on Thursdays 5th November , 12th and 19th from 2.30 - 3.30pm at the King’s Hall in Ilkley. Opening the series

An artist's impression of Fomorian [Image: Shaw & Jagger Architects] Plans for an unusual house designed to resemble giant boulders on the edge of Ilkley Moor have been approved following a planning appeal. Designed by Harrogate-based Shaw & Jagger Architects, the house, named Fomorian, will be built within the grounds of Brackenwood, off Hebers Ghyll Drive in Ilkley. Located on green belt land, the property will feature large, irregularly shaped windows, a courtyard and a na

Ilkley Town Council is inviting residents and visitors to this year’s Christmas Lights Switch-On taking place on Saturday 21 November. A full day of festive fun is planned, featuring the lantern parade on The Grove, a Christmas market offering the perfect opportunity to get started on Christmas shopping, a festive grotto where children can meet Santa, musical performances, and gymnastics and dance displays, all hosted by Your Ilkley Radio. The day will culminate in the much-a

Louise Exeter has published her debut children’s book, Follow Your Star Ilkley author Louise Exeter has published her debut children’s book, Follow Your Star, it’s ok to be different, an illustrated unicorn adventure encouraging children aged 6–10 to embrace individuality, build self-belief and accept others. Illustrated by award-winning artist Annie b, the story follows Hope, an unusual unicorn who feels rejected because of his appearance. Guided by a star and supported by n

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As the clocks go back this weekend the winter timetable starts on the weekend DalesBus network. DalesBus 74 will continue running to Bolton Abbey, Burnsall and Grassington every Saturday throughout the winter. The bus, operated by York & Country, leaves Ilkley Bus Station at 10.20am, 12.30pm and 3.50pm, and returns from Grassington National Park Centre at 11.30am, 2.50pm and 5pm, and from Bolton Abbey at 11.58am, 3.18pm and 5.28pm. On Sundays most DalesBus services will conti

Ashlands Bonfire organisers are thanking the local businesses, community groups and volunteers helping make the Ilkley tradition possible. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, the annual bonfire and fireworks display takes place at Ashlands Primary School on Saturday 7 November, bringing families together for an evening of community spirit and fundraising for the school. Building a bonfire using more than 40 tonnes of wood and delivering the fireworks display requires si

Verbeia Grange is on Crossbeck Road Verbeia Grange has opened its doors in Ilkley following a refurbishment costing in the region of £2 million. The residential care home on Crossbeck Road, part of Holden Grange, hopes to create around 70 local jobs and a welcoming community where residents feel safe, loved and cared for. Occupying the former Troutbeck Hydro, its transformation marks a new chapter for the historic building, with a focus on creating a close-knit community wher