Local news from Tuesday, July 28th, 2026

Three Little Birds Bakery has thanked Ilkley residents for their incredible support after its new town centre shop enjoyed a sell-out opening weekend.

Ilkley Town Council’s Green Spaces, Environment and Sustainability Committee met on Tuesday 21 July and awarded four grants totalling £10,500 to local organisations supporting community facilities, environmental improvements and tourism.

Dog lovers across Ilkley are invited to join the community on Friday 29 August as the popular Paws at the Hub Dog Show returns to Clarke Foley Community Hub.

Ilkley MP Robbie Moore says he will continue pressing Bradford Council to provide a new household waste and recycling centre for the town.

Ilkley residents are being urged to have their say on proposed changes to fireworks laws as the Government launches a public consultation on tougher regulations.

One of Ilkley's most celebrated restaurants is preparing to close its doors temporarily this week as it embarks on a major refurbishment project.

Ilkley’s independent brewing scene will take centre stage this Yorkshire Day as the town’s three much-loved breweries join forces for a huge celebration of local beer, live music and community spirit on Saturday 1 August.

Rail engineering work between Bradford Forster Square and Shipley will close all lines between the two from Saturday, 1st August 2026, for three days.