Ilkley Manor House is gearing up for a brilliant year with a vibrant lineup of live music, beautiful art exhibitions, family-friendly activities, and more!
Doors reopen at 11am on Saturday, 1 March 2025, after the winter break, with not one but two stunning art exhibitions.
The Solar Gallery unveils its new theme, Landscape, Lace, and Luminosity, showcasing work from around 30 established and emerging artists.
Meanwhile, Faces of Bradford, a compelling photo series by local artist Laura Mate and curated by art producer Andreea Chitan-Woodier, takes over the Western Gallery. As part of the Bradford 2025 City of Culture initiative, this exhibition highlights the city’s rich history and contemporary identity.
Entry is free, and no booking is required!

[A photo from the Faces of Bradford exhibition (Photo: Laura Mate)]
Family Fun activities begin at 2pm on Saturday, 8 March, with a hands-on still life session. Participants can craft paper daffodils, taking inspiration from the Ilkley Manor House gardens.
Music lovers can look forward to an evening with acclaimed jazz pianist Dale Storr, who will take to the stage on Friday, 14 March, at 7:30pm.
The first engaging talk of the year on Friday, 28 March. Archaeology PhD candidate Charlotte Bell will discuss one of our most intriguing artefacts—the Vedica tombstone, and how inscriptions shape our understanding of personhood in Roman Britain.
For all information about the upcoming events and how to book, please visit ilkleymanorhouse.org.

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