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• Concerns raised over proposed interior changes at Ilkley Library

  Ilkley Civic Society [ICS] says it is concerned that users of Ilkley library may not be aware of some significant changes proposed to the interior of Ilkley Library by Bradford Council in the coming months.

• Ilkley community rallies to bring Christmas warmth to asylum seekers and refugees

  This festive season, asylum seekers and refugees in Bradford will once again feel the warmth and kindness from the local community as, thanks to a Christmas Gift Appeal, each family and every individual child supported by Refugee Action will receive a wrapped gift to open at Christmas.

• Ilkley destination included on Yorkshire edition of Monopoly

  A new Yorkshire edition of Monopoly is now available to buy online - and one Ilkley destination has made the cut.

• What's on at Ilkley Playhouse

  Bleak Expectations is in its second week in the Wharfeside Theatre and is receiving rave reviews. Caroline Mutton takes a look this play and forthcoming events at Ilkley Playhouse.

• Christmas flights from Leeds Bradford airport under threat due to strikes

  Ryanair flights from Leeds Bradford airport could be affected this Christmas with Swissport workers set to strike over pay.

• Esscroft awarded 'Nursery of the Year' for third time

  Esscroft Private Nursery in Burley-in-Wharfedale has, for the third year running, won the ‘Nursery of the Year’ award at the Yorkshire Prestige Awards.

• Step into 2025 with mindfulness and creativity workshop

  The Clarke Foley Community Hub in Ilkley has announced a "Mindful Crafting & Visioning" workshop for the start of 2025.

• Santa’s Sleigh is coming to Burley

  Look out for Santa on his sleigh from Friday around Burley-in-Wharfedale with Girlguiding and Scouts.

• Ilkley Town Council looking ahead to Bradford 2025

  The UK City of Culture programme is coming to Bradford in 2025! For the first time, this will be a district-wide event, giving a unique opportunity to celebrate talent in the local community, as well as within the city of Bradford.

• Ilkley Christmas Tree Festival is a tree-mendous success!

  Ilkley’s Christmas Tree Festival, held at St. Margaret’s on Queen’s Road on 6 and 7 December, was a huge success. Almost 2,000 people visited the festival to enjoy the beautifully dressed Christmas trees, music and refreshments in this beautiful church.

• New restaurant manager announced at The Box Tree

  The Box Tree in Ilkley has announced Tom Wardle as its new Restaurant Manager.

• Edible Airedale: update on 2,650 fruit trees planted in grounds of Airedale Hospital

  In 2021 a new food forest was completed in the grounds of Airedale General Hospital including the Woodland Walk which had been funded by Airedale Hospital & Community Charity. 

• Move to merge planning committees would 'reduce democratic representation'

  Ilkley Town Council says a proposal by Bradford Council to merge its two panels that make decisions on planning applications would be 'unacceptable'.

• Feedback sought on plans for bridge over the A629 connecting Steeton and Silsden

  Bradford Council and West Yorkshire Combined Authority will soon be asking for feedback on plans for a bridge over the A629 connecting the towns of Steeton and Silsden.

• New home for conveyancing professionals as Ilkley firm expands

  LCF Residential, the conveyancing division of leading Yorkshire law firm, LCF Law, has appointed solicitor, Rabiya Zafar and conveyancing assistant, Ben Hopwood.

• Ticket Office to hold Ilkley Foodbank collection with Your Ilkley

  The Ticket Office in Ilkley has teamed up with Ilkley Foodbank again this year and will be holding a collection day tomorrow, Saturday 7th December, between 10am and 12pm.

• Two choirs join forces for Jingle all the Way

  Ilkley Moornotes and Sally’s Army are joining their musical forces to bring a joyful programme of festive song to Ilkley.

• Yellow weather warning issued for heavy rain and strong winds

  The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain and strong winds in our area today (Thursday).

• Ilkley Rugby Club takes major step toward sustainability

  Ilkley Rugby Club has announce a new and exciting development in its commitment to sustainability by installing state-of-the-art solar panels on the Clubhouse at Stacks Field.

• Ilkley toy shop is one of Britain’s best local businesses

  A toy store in Ilkley has gained national recognition, securing a spot as one of the UK’s favourite local businesses.