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• Ilkley Playhouse unveils packed season of drama, comedy, music and live entertainment

  From gripping wartime drama and Shakespearean classics to live music, comedy, literature and festive family favourites, Ilkley Playhouse has unveiled an exciting Autumn/Winter 2026/27 programme packed with something for everyone.

• GALLERY: Thousands celebrate Yorkshire Day in Ilkley

  More than 15,000 people visited Ilkley over the Yorkshire Day Celebration Weekend as the town centre was transformed into a festival of live music, food, drink and community spirit.

• MP criticises lack of progress on Ilkley roadworks as Yorkshire Water extends working hours

  An MP has criticised the progress of ongoing roadworks in Ilkley after raising concerns with Yorkshire Water over what he says is a lack of activity on site despite major traffic disruption.

• Right at Home celebrates official opening of new office

  The award-winning homecare provider supporting people across Ilkley, Skipton, Keighley and the surrounding area has officially opened its new office.

• The Little Calf offer free play sessions

  Families in Ilkley can enjoy free play sessions at The Little Calf, thanks to a new initiative sponsored by local businesses.

• Ilkley Civic Society launches search for the town's best building and conservation projects

  Residents are being encouraged to nominate building and environmental projects for the Ilkley Civic Society Awards 2026.

• Addingham Beer Festival returns this October

  One of the Wharfedale area's biggest annual events is set to return this autumn.

• Veterans enjoy annual summer breakfast at Ben Rhydding pub

  Members of the Ilkley Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club gathered at The Wheatley Arms in Ben Rhydding for their annual summer outdoor breakfast.

• Ilkley garden centre wins top Outdoor Living award

  An Ilkley garden centre has been recognised as one of the best outdoor living retailers in the North after taking joint first place in a regional industry awards programme.

• Ilkley Care Home to host international food festival for the community

  A care home in Ilkley is inviting local residents to enjoy flavours from around the world at a community food festival next month.

• Yorkshire Day Weekend in Ilkley – ALL you need to know!

  The wait is almost over! This Saturday and Sunday, Ilkley will come alive as thousands of people head to the town for the Yorkshire Day Celebration Weekend!

• WATCH: Jason Manford gives 'honest' review of Leeds Bradford Airport

  Comedian Jason Manford has given his 'honest' verdict on Leeds Bradford Airport - praising its staff but joking that the terminal could do with a refresh.

• Alan Titchmarsh to judge Ilkley's new floral shop window competition

  Alan Titchmarsh is set to judge a brand new floral shop window competition as part of this year's Ilkley Flower Show celebrations.

• David Hockney's nephew opens contemporary art gallery in Ilkley

  A new contemporary art gallery has opened in the heart of Ilkley, with a focus on making art more accessible for collectors and supporting local artists.

• Cemetery guided walk exploring Ilkley's hydros history

  Friends of Ilkley Cemetery invites the public to a guided walk on Saturday 15 August which will highlight individuals buried or commemorated in Ilkley Cemetery whose lives were connected to Ilkley’s hydros history.

• Yorkshire Water confirms changes to A65 Skipton Road roadworks 

  Following concerns around disruption on the A65 as a result of roadworks which started on Monday, 27 July, Yorkshire Water has reviewed and amended the traffic management in place. 

• Ilkley theatre group celebrate major success at Wharfedale Festival of Theatre Awards

  Ilkley's Upstagers Theatre Group is celebrating after its 2026 production of Snow White won a host of honours at this year's Wharfedale Festival of Theatre Awards.

• Burst water main adds to A65 disruption in Ilkley

  A burst water main has added to ongoing roadworks on the A65 in Ilkley, with drivers warned to expect longer delays.

• Silsden Community Centre launches fundraising appeal to unlock £10,000 for community project

  The Hive is appealing for support from the local community after launching a fundraising campaign that could unlock £10,000 towards a new activity and youth space.

• Browns the Greengrocers to join Ilkley Market

  A popular North Yorkshire greengrocer is set to join Ilkley Market next month as part of a four-week trial.