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Ilkley Pride & Diversity Group is inviting the community to come together for a relaxed and welcoming Coffee & Cake drop-in social on Saturday, 28 February, at Vitello Lounge, from 2:30pm.

The Clarke Foley Community Hub is getting ready to host its 2nd International Women’s Day Celebration.

The winners of the inaugural 'Ilkley's Most Loved Competition,' organised by the Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID), have been revealed.

Ladies of all ages are invited to join the Ilkley Soroptimists for an empowering and practical day dedicated to safety and well-being.

Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID) has announced its continued partnership with the Yorkshire Tots to Teens Awards, co-sponsoring the event for the second year in a row.

New figures from an Ilkley-based law firm suggest people are making a will earlier in life than commonly assumed, with the average client instructing the firm to prepare their first will in their mid-40s.

Ilkley Town AFC Over-60s take on Republic of Ireland this Sunday, 22 February, in the team’s first ever international.

'All options' remain on the table in discussions over the future of a popular North Yorkshire water park.

Sunday 1 March sees 10 years of Real Markets at the heart of Ilkley, and there will be celebrations and a chance to win trader treats on the day.

Ilkley Fire Station has taken delivery of a new MAN 4x4 rural fire appliance as part of West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service’s fleet replacement programme.

Ilkley and District Good Neighbours reveals its plans to continue helping the community as charities face financial challenges.

Ilkley Moornotes community choir’s opening concert for 2026 welcomes Spring with a programme packed with uplifting songs and readings to celebrate the wonderful landscape that surrounds us. 

Organisers of the Ilkley Fashion Show have announced the return of the popular community fundraiser on Thursday 30 April 2026 at a brand-new venue: All Saints Church, Ilkley.

The Spring Summer 2026 Season has arrived at Ilkley Playhouse and we hope there is something for everyone to enjoy over the next six months.

Ilkley Manor House is gearing up for a vibrant Spring season, with a packed line-up of exhibitions, photography workshops, live music, talks, and family-friendly activities.

Another hugely successful Ilkley Beer Festival has come to a close, with over 2,000 visitors gathering at the iconic King's Hall & Winter Garden for a weekend of outstanding beer, live entertainment and community spirit.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Ilkley.

Beauty in Bloom, the Ilkley salon on Cowpasture Road, is celebrating its third anniversary soon.

Once again, 2026 will see a strong field of fell runners from far and wide converge on our famous moor, for the Ilkley Moor Fell Race on Sunday 1 March - now in its 36 year.

A Pateley Bridge woman has bagged £1,000 directly into her bank account - just for smiling.

Ilkley Carnival’s Children’s Books theme is set to inspire colourful and creative illustrations designed by local young people.

Schools and community groups across Ilkley are being encouraged to apply for funding through Tesco Stronger Starts scheme.

Ilkley Musical Theatre Society [IMTS] have announced that they are one of the first amateur societies in the region to be granted the rights to perform The Prince of Egypt this November — and excitement is already building.

Improving Ilkley have announced the launch of Phase 2 of the Ilkley Fountain project, a community-led enhancement to the popular fountain at Mill Ghyll.

An Ilkley businessman will appear in Crown Court next month to answer charges that he acted as director of a company while being banned from doing so.

Two companies have been fined following an incident which resulted in the deaths of two workers from Ilkley and Chorley.

Ilkley Town Council [ITC] is keen to gather residents’ views about the recent changes to car parking, made by Bradford Council, which came into effect in the town at the start of the year.

Channel 4 is appealing for people in Yorkshire to take part in the next series of The Dog House.

Outside the Box is getting set to expand some of its activities to Otley through a new partnership with society Otley Common.

Westbourne Spice on Bradford Road in Otley received an award at the Nations Curry Awards.

Leeds Children’s Charity has announced a two-year charity partnership with Pendle Sportswear in Ilkley.

Ilkley Philharmonic Orchestra’s [IPO] Spring concert in March will feature popular works by Rossini and Mozart.

“Have a good sense of humour” is just one of the pieces of advice given by a couple at a care home in Ilkley as they enjoyed their 50th Valentine’s Day together.

Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID) has been awarded the prestigious Silver Award in the Community Project category at the National BID Awards 2026.

A popular craft beer and bottle shop in Ilkley has announced in a statement that it will closed from the end of February 2026.

Ilkley Pool & Lido Community Group has announced a new programme of full moon swims for 2026.

Nutrition plays a powerful role in cancer prevention and survivorship and an online talk on 24th February sets out to explore the current evidence surrounding this topic.

Tickets are now on sale for Yorkshire’s biggest week of the year, the Lexus Ilkley Open.

The Ilkley Great Get Together team is appealing for donations for its Easter parcels which are given out each year to eligible families in the Ilkley area.

A new exhibition opens this month at Ilkley Manor House looking back at Ilkley's former health resort heritage.

The maintenance team on the Bolton Abbey Estate have warned walkers that Cavendish Bridge, outside the Cavendish Pavilion, will be closed tomorrow, 11th February, for annual repairs.

Industrial action involving microbiology staff at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is set to continue this month following an ongoing pay dispute. 

Following the royal family’s recognition of Pat’s Party last year, the annual fundraiser is now being inducted into Save the Children’s FUTURE100 - a powerhouse community of 100 fundraisers, building a better future for and with children.

An appeal has been made following the theft of an MBE medal belonging to Mike Davies, the founder of The Principle Trust Children’s Charity. 

High Speed Training, the Ilkley based leading provider of online training and e-learning, has reached the milestone of certifying over 16,000 learners through its free Allergy & Anaphylaxis courses for schools and education organisations across the UK.

A new men's Walking Rugby group has formed to offer the opportunity for those interested in the game to enjoy playing into later life.

Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School has announced a new headteacher and deputy headteacher. 

The road closures due to start this week in Askwith have been delayed Yorkshire Water has said today.

A road safety event in Ilkley on Thursday, 12 February, will check your child car seat is fitted correctly and also offer free bike marking.

West Yorkshire Police have released dramatic footage of a police chase that took place last week following a report of a burglary in the Ilkley area.

To try and help the flow of traffic and reduce disruption to the west of Ilkley on Skipton Road, the temporary lights have been made two-way with the closure of the junction with Victoria Avenue.

Ilkley based estate agent, Dacre, Son & Hartley has been awarded customer review platform, Feefo’s Platinum Trusted Service Award for the fifth year in a row, in recognition of the exceptional online reviews that verified clients continually write about the firm.

Wet Wet Wet are bringing their intimate acoustic tour to Ilkley on Tuesday 26 May, choosing the King's Hall, as it, like the majority of venues on the tour, are located in places that they’ve never played before during their 40+ year careers.

The Ilkley Thingery has settled into its new base behind the former Mortens shop on Cunliffe Road, continuing the long-loved tradition of this spot being a place for tools, DIY know-how and friendly local help.

Ilkley Beer Festival is marking its 18th year on February 13th & 14th with a renewed focus on community fundraising and support for local businesses,

Members of Ilkley Harriers, along with walkers, cyclists, families and passers-by, came together at the weekend to take on an extraordinary endurance challenge on Ilkley Moor.

Ginger Plum Café in Addingham has opened its doors today with a team behind the counter, Sophie and Matt.

Look forward to a weekend of musical entertainment at Ilkley Playhouse.

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