Local news from Wednesday, June 10th, 2026

The Friends of Ilkley Moor [FOIM] have three events in June, which between them will offer attendees an understanding of habitat management and restoration, a chance to discover the birds on the moor, and also explore the highest part of the moor.

Organisers of the seventh Ilkley Food and Drink Festival this weekend [13/14 June] have shared the complete festival programme.

Bradford Council is launching a campaign to crack down on the torment of fireworks.

Otley Garden Centre has unveiled plans for an exciting new indoor and outdoor play area.

Ilkley councillor, Andrew Loy, used the first meeting of the Bradford Council's new Executive committee to ask about changes to financial plans.

Two of Ilkley's biggest summer events are coming up, the Ilkley Cycle Races on Friday 3rd July and the Ilkley Half Marathon on Sunday 12th July, and organisers are calling on local people to help make them happen.

As Ilkley prepares to celebrate Pride Month, the Ilkley Pride & Diversity Group is encouraging residents, businesses, and community organisations to get involved and show their support for LGBTQ+ people across the town.