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[Photo: Litter Free Ilkley Facebook page] Last week a serious case of fly-tipping was reported along Moor Road by the Cow & Calf.  Items included building materials, bath, toilet and cabinets. The incident was reported to Bradford Council by a number of concerned residents including the Litter Free Ilkley group, who have praised the council’s quick response. A spokesperson for Little Free Ilkley said: “It was far too big a job for us warriors with our litter pickers! “Bradfor

IGS students and volunteer visiting a charity clients home Over 100 local residents enjoyed an early Christmas treat when volunteers from Ilkley Good Neighbours, accompanied by 6th-form students from Ilkley Grammar School, delivered gifts to their homes. The ever-popular Christmas Gift Project, organised each year by the charity, never fails to bring a touch of seasonal good cheer to a number of the community’s older and less able residents. Chairman of Ilkley Good Neighbours

Esscroft Private Nursery in Burley-in-Wharfedale has been named Nursery of the Year at the prestigious Yorkshire Prestige Awards 2025/26, winning the coveted Legacy Award.   The announcement was made at a celebratory champagne reception held on December 7th at Villages Hotel Leeds, where Esscroft joined other outstanding Yorkshire businesses in being recognized for their achievements.   The Yorkshire Prestige Awards acknowledge the region's most successful and innovative busi

The housing development on Skipton Road [Photo: Ilkley Chat] Developers of the new housing project on Skipton Road in Ilkley say essential drainage infrastructure works will mean a lane closure of the A65 for approximately 10 weeks. The rolling works are scheduled to start on Monday 19th January 2026, commencing at the Victoria Avenue junction with Skipton Road and working its way out of Ilkley at around 50 metres a week. Temporary traffic signals will be used 24 hours a day

Ilkley Civic Society is inviting walkers to a ‘Find Your Way around Ben Rhydding’ heritage walk on Saturday 27 December from 11am.   The meeting point is Wheatley Lane, close the Wheatley Arms. The walk should last about 60 to 90 minutes and does involve some narrow paths and gentle slopes.  For anyone who wishes, refreshments can be purchased in the Wheatley Arms afterwards. Ilkley Civic Society walks are open to all, members, non-members and visitors.   It’s not essential t

Sam Prus, Will Schaffer, Joe Smith, Martyn Stocker and Emma in Airedale’s Sunbeam garden Will Schaffer, Sam Prus, Martyn Stocker, Joe Smith, and Dan Chadwick took on the 82-mile Dales Way walk with a goal to complete the challenge in under 36 hours.   The £11,892 raised will be split between Airedale NHS Foundation Trust’s Sunbeam Support Group which provides a welcoming space for anyone who has experienced the loss of a baby or young child and the Children’s Unit which provi

Brayden Davies, head chef at The Box Tree The Box Tree restaurant in Ilkley is celebrating after being included in The Telegraph’s list of the 21 best restaurants in Leeds. From traditional pub grub to oysters and organic wines, the newspaper looked at where to dine for breakfast, dinner and tea in the Leeds area. Brayden Davies, head chef at The Box Tree, said: "Recognition like this means a lot for our whole team. Every service is built on the work that happens behind the s

It’s full steam ahead for The Northern Swing Orchestra as they prepare for their forthcoming festive concert ‘Swing into Christmas’, on stage at The Kings Hall in Ilkley on Friday 19 December 2025. Band leader Jonathan Whatt, the 16 piece Big Band and singers have been working hard to put the finishing touches to this year’s show, which features some fantastic vocals. Yorkshire’s premier Big Band promises a night of the very best Christmas songs and traditional festive favour

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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