For the first time, the UK City of Culture will be a district wide event, giving a unique opportunity to celebrate the talent in local communities in and around Bradford, including Ilkley.
Ilkley Town Council [ITC] is keen to promote a rich and diverse series of events throughout the year, encompassing creative and community groups and individuals, including the visual arts, music, dance, drama, poetry, history, well-being and the environment.
A small grant scheme has been established to contribute financial support of up to £350 for Bradford 2025 City of Culture projects being run by community organisations, planned within Ilkley and Ben Rhydding.
A spokesperson for Ilkley Town Council says:
“Ilkley Town Council is keen to showcase local talent and get involved with Bradford 2025. As the nation’s attention is focused on the Bradford District, Ilkley residents can apply to gain support from Ilkley Town Council, enabling them to take part in this fantastic opportunity.”
The Ilkley Town Council Bradford 2025 City of Culture small grant scheme criteria and guidance, along with a downloadable copy of the application form, are available from the ITC website: ilkleytowncouncil.gov.uk/the-council/city-of-culture.
For any queries, and to return your completed application form, please contact the Deputy Clerk, Cate Perman, on deputyclerk@ilkleytowncouncil.gov.uk.
Council approves earlier opening for McDonald's near Ilkley
Chocolate appeal launched ahead of Ilkley's Santa Float
Ilkley Round Table to collect at railway stations for Children in Need
Local care provider celebrates double win at Bradford Care Awards
Birthday card appeal for Ilkley WWII veteran as he turns 102
Ilkley businesses could benefit from new £2million electric vehicle grant scheme
Veterans selling poppies on Northern trains say support from passengers has been 'heartwarming'
Date announced for Ilkley's Macmillan Fashion Show 2027
Conveyancing firm celebrates new Ilkley office and ten years in business
Overnight A59 closures planned as Kex Gill road works reach final stages
Nominations open for 2026 Small Business Awards across Ilkley and Keighley
Call for Yorkshire Water to return to public ownership after 335 pollution incidents
66 poppies displayed in Menston to honour fallen servicemen
Dates announced for Ilkley Food and Drink Festival 2027
Two Ilkley businesses nominated for UK's Favourite Local Business award
Ilkley's first Pumpkin Festival hailed a huge success
Who will take over Alpamare? Questions remain after Flamingo Land departure
Police appeal to identify man following assault and burglary in Ilkley
Police investigate burglary and two attempted break-ins in Ilkley
Yorkshire Garden Centres raises more than £106,000 for children's hospice
