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  The Friends of Ilkley Riverside Parks (FOIRP) have thanked the many local businesses that have joined the group's new membership scheme.

• Supercars and stunt shows set to wow carnival crowds!

  This year’s Ilkley Carnival showground will host a mix of entertainment including classic supercars and the Vander Wheel of Death Show!

• Ilkley rugby players battle for glory in charity tournament

  Coaches, parents and local businesses from the Ilkley area will come face to face on the pitch later this month in a tournament set to raise funds for local children’s charity, The Principle Trust.

• Wharfedale Scouts welcomes new Lead Volunteer

  A familiar face in local Scouting has been chosen to take on the top volunteer role for West Yorkshire Scouts, including Ilkley.

• New community cinema launches in Ilkley this month

  A brand-new community cinema experience, Foley Films, is launching at the Clarke Foley Community Hub in Ilkley on Wednesday 30th April, offering locals a chance to enjoy thought-provoking films in a friendly and welcoming environment.

• Your invite to Ilkley Civic Society events in April

  Ilkley Civic Society (ICS) will be hosting two events this month, one being another popular heritage walk.

• Burley Theatre Group presents interactive 'Murder On The Dancefloor'

  Burley Theatre Group presents the interactive murder mystery 'Murder On The Dancefloor' at the Queens Hall in May.

• Changes to Easter bus services

  There will be changes to some local bus services over the Easter weekend, including the start of summer season DalesBus services into the Yorkshire Dales National Park on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays.

• Fire crews called to BBQ on Ilkley Moor

  Fire crews in Ilkley were called to reports of a BBQ on Ilkley Moor at the weekend, the use of BBQs is prohibited along with camp fires, Chinese lanterns and fireworks.

• Ilkley Lido to celebrate 90 Years with community picnic and fun day

  Ilkley’s beloved Lido turns 90 in 2025, and this incredible milestone will be marked with a huge community celebration.

• Wednesday is primary school Offer Day

  Did you apply for a place at primary school for a child starting reception class in September 2025? Bradford Council is reminding parents and carers, Offer Day is Wednesday 16th April.

• Badly needed extension to Grange Park Surgery opened

  The extension to Grange Park Surgery in Burley-in-Wharfedale was officially opened on Friday, 11 April, by Dr Roger Goodwin Jones, a general practitioner in the village for over 40 years.

• Kim Edgar performs solo at Ilkley Manor House

  On Friday 9th May at Ilkley Manor House, Scottish singer songwriter and musician Kim Edgar is set to warm hearts with a solo performance on piano, guitar and voice - her first ever in the area. 

• New owners plan to restore Craiglands Hotel to its former grandeur

  Rambler Group Holdings has announced the acquisition of the historic Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley, under its premium hospitality brand, Aura Hotels.

• Ilkley & District Round Table grant supports life-changing children’s heart equipment

  Ilkley & District Round Table has awarded a generous grant of £5,275.80 to the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF), helping to fund 12 portable Kardia heart monitors and 12 INR home testing kits.

• Ilkley’s Tesco to undergo a ‘refresh’ this month

  The Tesco superstore in Ilkley is to undergo a “refresh” from 14th April to improve the shopping experience for its customers.

• Next at Ilkley Playhouse, one of the greatest stories ever written

  The Ilkley Players will bring to life the extraordinary tale of Mary Shelley this month at Ilkley Playhouse. Caroline Mutton looks at this, Bronte, Stagefright Comedy, live music and an open day in June which will showcase the community theatre and venue.

• Lashings World XI returns to Burley in 2025

  Burley-in-Wharfedale Cricket Club have announced that the Lashings World XI will return to the village this summer on the 4th July 2025.

• Nell Bank Charitable Trust presented with King’s Award for Voluntary Service

  The Nell Bank Charitable Trust was awarded the Kings Award for Voluntary Service in November 2024 as part of the King‘s birthday honours.

• Airedale Neonatal Sister recognised at national awards

  Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Neonatal Sister, Chloe Taylor, has received the RCN Foundation Leathersellers’ Award for Outstanding Achievement in supporting children and young people’s mental health.