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The atrium seating area [Photo: Forde Restaurant] Forde Restaurant in the Moors Shopping Centre in Ilkley will be allowed to keep its atrium seating following a dispute with Bradford Council, which had previously told the restaurant the seating would have to be removed. The restaurant had announced plans to activate a break clause in its lease and leave its current premises following the dispute. Support poured in from local residents, fellow businesses and Ilkley’s MP, Robbi

The Rotary Club of Ilkley is exploring a new community event, an Ilkley Pram / Wheelbarrow Race, inspired by Knaresborough’s famous Bed Race. Teams would race around Ilkley in decorated prams or wheelbarrows, with costumes and fun encouraged. The aim is an inclusive event for people of all ages and abilities, while raising money for charities, supporting local businesses and attracting visitors to the town. The idea is still at an early stage, and Rotary wants to hear from lo

‘Fracture and Flow’ opens on 3 September at the Tinker Gallery Two York-based artists will bring colour, form and texture together in a vibrant September exhibition in Ilkley. Painter Di Gomery and ceramicist Emily Stubbs, will come together at Tinker Gallery for Fracture and Flow: A Conversation Between Paint and Clay. Running from 3 September, the exhibition is a collaboration between two artists united by a shared love of colour, form and texture, but working in very diffe

Bini Brew Co will launch its new permanent pizza kitchen, Bini Dough Co, at its Little Lane Taproom this Friday, 28 August. The kitchen will serve hand stretched, stone baked artisan sourdough pizzas and stuffed dough balls, using toppings from multi award winning local butcher and charcutier Lishman’s of Ilkley. The opening will be celebrated with Bini Fest, a four day event [Friday to Monday] featuring live music and carnival games, including Human Fruit Machine. Entry is f

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Following the huge success of Ilkley’s first Breakfast Rave in June, attracting more than 150 people, organisers are bringing it back to The Ticket Office on Friday 18 September between 7:30am and 8:30am. The first rave raised almost £2,000 for charity and featured on BBC Look North! The event will bring together local and London-based live DJs, alongside local live percussionists for an early-morning celebration in the heart of Ilkley, raising more funds for Macmillan Cancer

Planning expert Clive Brook invites you to 'Mid Wharfedale and Beyond – One Man’s Vision' talk next month in Ilkley. The talk will take place at All Saints’ Church between 7.30–9.30pm on Thursday 17 September. Inspired by his book Planning for Good or Ill, the evening will explore the future of the Wharfe Valley, focusing on climate change, environmental loss, health and wellbeing, land use, and how communities can play a greater role in planning decisions. The evening will i

Get ready to dig out your dancing shoes as Discos for Grown Ups returns to King's Hall, Ilkley, on Saturday 24 October, with not one but two different disco experiences to choose from. Whether you fancy an afternoon of immersive silent disco fun or a glitter-filled evening celebrating the greatest dancefloor classics of the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, there is something for every disco lover. SILENT DISCO DAY PARTY — 70s/80s vs 90s/00s Gather your friends and get ready for an a

Ed Hobbs [Photo: Woodentops] and Ellen Crombie will represent England in Italy Ilkley Harriers are reporting members Ed Hobbs and Ellen Crombie have been selected to represent England at The Nasego World Cup in Italy on 5-6 September. The Nasego World Cup involves two races – an uphill only over 4.2km and 1000m of ascent, then the following day it’s an up and down race over 21km and over 1300m of ascent. The team will compete in both events. There will also be a seven nations

On Friday 25 September, Vox Lumiere brings Metropolis as you've never seen it before to King’s Hall, Ilkley for one night only. Fritz Lang’s 1927 silent sci-fi masterpiece is touring UK theatres as an immersive live cinematic experience. While the 100 year-old classic shows on the big screen, a full rock band performs in perfect sync with the film, adding original music and powerhouse vocals. Metropolis is a landmark German silent science fiction film directed by Fritz Lang.

The Holly Ball features live entertainment Tickets are now available for the much anticipated Holly Ball, which is once again at the King's Hall and Winter Garden in Ilkley. This year taking place on Saturday 19 December, the annual charity event offers a ready-made festive night out for teams looking for a memorable alternative to the usual office party, while raising funds for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice and other local Ilkley charities. The event promises a sparkling even

Ilkley Film Society is delighted to announce its exciting new programme of 22 films, marking the start of its 57th season. The season opens on Sunday 6th September 2026 at 8pm at Ilkley Playhouse, with the Jodie Foster film A Private Life. There is something for everyone in this year’s programme, with a great selection of films to enjoy throughout the season. Future titles include Radical, Rose of Nevada and The President’s Cake. You can read all about the Society, discover