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The local newspaper providing the best news for Ilkley and the surrounding areas, including Addingham, Ben Rhydding, Burley-in-Wharfedale, Menston.

04/09/2024

The changes will hit residents, businesses and those who work in Ilkley

ILKLEY Town Council has organised a petition and written an objection to Bradford Council over their proposed introduction of new parking charges…

04/09/2024

Additional sessions will take place at Christchurch in Ilkley

THE support for people experiencing difficulties with their mental health in Wharfedale has increased as Mental Health Connect are now delivering…

04/09/2024

Planners say it will preserve the historic character of the building

PLANS to convert a vacant bank in Otley into flats and a retail unit have been given the green light by Leeds City Council.

04/09/2024

Ten years of singing, fun and friendship

Ilkley Rock Choir celebrates their tenth anniversary

04/09/2024

It runs until October 6

New photography exhibition explores culture and nature

04/09/2024

An outstanding contribution

THE Clarke Foley Community Hub has thanked its Thursday Lunch Club and its volunteers for their incredible support in raising £1,000 through their…

04/09/2024

70 chairs need replacing

OTLEY Courthouse has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise money to refurbish its main auditorium - the Courtroom.

04/09/2024

It's part of a long held dream of restoring the railway to its Edwardian heyday

A VICTORIAN footbridge originally installed at a railway station in the Midlands is set to get a new lease of life at Bolton Abbey.

04/09/2024

Some find it impossible to board a train at Menston

A rail boss has acknowledged that disabled access at a local rail station is “a challenge” after one councillor said many found it impossible to…

03/09/2024

Market town where 'shops are a treat' is among Britain's best

Find out what makes Skipton in North Yorkshire among the best market towns in Britain, according to the Daily Mail and property experts.

03/09/2024

The walkers came across a strange sign and are asking for information about it

MEMBERS of the Washburn Heritage Centre recently enjoyed a stunning walk from the centre.

03/09/2024

If you ever had aspirations of going "pspsps" to your own pet polar bear, think again

From giraffes to gorillas - here are the strangest pets that you are banned from owning in the UK.

03/09/2024

There will be events in Ilkley to mark Fairtrade Fortnight

ILKLEY Fairtrade Group has been celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Fairtrade Mark, which lets people know what products are in line with the…

03/09/2024

The audience cheered to the rafters

Review: Sherlock Holmes and the Sign of Four at Leeds Opera Festival, Friday, August 30, 2024

03/09/2024

They think a better structure could have been designed

LOCAL Councillors Colin Campbell, Ryk Downes and Sandy Lay have welcomed the news that the old footway on the side of Otley Bridge is to be replaced.

02/09/2024

Don't miss out on this opportunity

Otley Lido offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes for its 100th anniversary AS part of this year’s National Heritage Open Day on Saturday,…

02/09/2024

There will be time to view the entire collection

ILKLEY Toy Museum, on Whitton Croft Road, Ilkley, is hosting a special event for Leeds Art Fund members although non-members are also welcome, on…

02/09/2024

Have you seen them in Ilkley this summer?

Nature Notes: Kingfisher activity

31/08/2024

A thought provoking event for local carers

GHYLL Royd Care Home in Guiseley, part of the family-owned Spellman Care group, recently partnered with Carers Leeds to host a thought-provoking…

31/08/2024

On addressing our climate challenge

LAST week I took part in Ilkley Playhouse’s Bard in the Yard production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest.

30/08/2024

Some great photos 📷

A FABULOUS selection of reader photographs.

30/08/2024

The Wharfedale Nats will be launching their winter programme in September

Ian Brand, president of Wharfedale Naturalists' Society reports on a summer of exploring, enjoying and conserving Wharfedale’s wildlife.

30/08/2024

She's going to be playing non stop for eight hours

Bramhope & Carlton Parish Council has chosen Parkinson's UK as its charity to support and raise awareness of this year.

30/08/2024

Some great photos from our readers

A WONDERFUL selection of reader photographs.

30/08/2024

Good luck Sheila

AS part of its 50th anniversary Ilkley Good Neighbours is launching a series of events aimed at raising £50,000 towards its key projects which help…

30/08/2024

The former Prime Minister will be in conversation with the journalist Ruth Pitt

Theresa May has joined a star-studded literary line-up for the renowned Ilkley Literature Festival this October.

30/08/2024

It was the busiest year yet

THE Burley-in-Wharfedale’s Summer Festival programme of walks was the busiest on record this year, with over 360 walkers attending the 17 guided…

30/08/2024

The scheme is on course to be completed in 2026

A £100 million regeneration project at Leeds Bradford Airport is beginning to take shape.

30/08/2024

The stark figures come from a recent survey

JUST 41 per cent of women in West Yorkshire feel safe catching the bus at night – a statistic one Councillor has described as “horrific.”

29/08/2024

There are discounts on big brands at the events

Pavilions of Harrogate is celebrating a record year for hosting high-end retail events as it gears up for the Boden sale next month.

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Lots of you have been in touch to say you had a wonderful time in Ilkley on Wednesday as Alan Titchmarsh came back to his home town to open Improving Ilkley’s new flower beds on the Station Plaza. As well as judging the Friends of Ilkley Railway Station's planter competition, Alan spent time chatting to fans in the sunshine. And thanks to this video by Martin Williamson, you can see he also stepped in to conduct Otley Brass Band.

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