Ilkley news

Robbie Moore MP has held a trio of meetings with senior figures nationally and locally as part of his campaigning for a full rebuild of Airedale Hospital.

The former Keighley and Ilkley MP John Grogan - who standing again in the next general election - has backed plans for a complete rebuild of Airedale during a visit to the hospital.

No fines at all have been issued since an order to get tougher on anti-social behaviour at Ilkley Riverside was introduced.

Dacre, Son & Hartley has won Feefo’s prestigious Platinum Trusted Service Award for the second year running, in recognition of its exceptional customer service ratings and reviews from clients.

A local author will be signing copies of his exciting new children’s book at Keighley Market on Saturday 11th February.

Fresh strikes will mean no services on the Airedale or Wharfedale Lines for two days next week.

You’d be forgiven for thinking the Coronation of King Charles III was happening in Ilkley when around 1,000 local children and organisations take to the streets in royal regalia on the 1st May

Eight talented Ilkley Wharfedale students were honoured for their submissions to the Young Photographers Competition in Ilkley Town Hall Council Chambers on January 18th.

Northern, which runs services on the Airedale and Wharfedale lines, has issued a warning to fare evaders across its network that the government’s new £100 penalty fare has now come into effect.

A cheque for £1850 has been presented to Dementia UK volunteer Jean Broscombe by the team from Christchurch, Ilkley, which organised a Jigsaw Festival in October.

The woman who has been in charge of Bradford’s Children’s Services since late 2021 has been given the role permanently.

After sell-out audiences for Guys and Dolls, Ilkley Playhouse is now rehearsing for the first Wildman production of the season, Three Mothers, which opens on Tuesday 7th February.

Ilkley BID is delighted to report that December 2022 was a bumper month for Ilkley Gift Card sales with a total of 233 purchased and a value of over £9,500.

Sue Ryder is thanking local people for supporting its Christmas Treecycle initiative, helping them to raise a total of more than £87,000 for families needing their care.

The charity Improving Ilkley has launched a competition for local artists to design a key water feature that will be the centrepiece of a prominent restoration project positioned in the heart of the town.

Ilkley Grammar School celebrated the exceptional Class of 2022 with presentation evening this month at the King’s Hall and Winter Garden.

Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore is running a survey on his website to hear residents' views on health services across the constituency.

A leading tribute band will rock for charity when it performs next month at Ilkley’s Craiglands Hotel.

The finalists have been announced for this year's Ilkley Business Awards, which take place at the Craiglands Hotel on 3rd March.

Bradford Council has signed up to a scheme where residents can win spot prizes or a monthly jackpot by using public litter bins across the district.

The clock is about to strike midnight! It’s time for the Upstagers annual pantomime to return to the King’s Hall in Ilkley for the 36th year.

Councils have been encouraged to re-start organised Bonfire events to help reduce anti-social behaviour.

A consultation by Bradford Council encouraging Ilkley and Ben Rhydding residents and business owners to have their say on proposals for new 20mph zones, has been extended until Tuesday 17 January.

Despite the dreary weather, visitors to Ilkley Manor House were delighted to watch the switch-on of the Enchanted Winter Forest light installation on Monday 9th January.

Ilkley Rugby Club is excited to announce the installation of a brand new state-of-the-art LED scoreboard at its home ground.

The Keighley Bus Company's owner Transdev Yorkshire has promoted two of its staff to take on the roles of Commercial Manager and Network Manager.

At a meeting on Monday evening, Ilkley Town Council agreed its budget for the council year 2023/24 which will see an increase of 15.3% in the precept payment annually for a Band D property.

Were you in the area of St Margaret’s Church on Queens Road in Ilkley between 15:30 and 16:20 on Monday 9th January and saw something suspicious?

Keighley Leisure Centre and Ilkley Pool are among the venues where Bradford district residents can get fit and active with a monthly or annual ClubActive membership.

Bradford Council chief executive Kersten England says she has decided to retire in June this year, after 8 years in the role.