Ilkley Gazette

The community newspaper that delivers top-notch news for Ilkley and its neighboring regions, such as Addingham, Ben Rhydding, Burley-in-Wharfedale, and Menston.

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Former golf warehouse can be demolished to make way for apartments

3 days ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Chris Young

The old American Golf Warehouse building on Bradford Road in Menston has been vacant and fenced off for a number of years, and has been described as being “of very limited architectural merit.” Late last year a planning application to demolish the structure and build a modern building containing nine apartments was submitted to Bradford Council by Cunningham Estates Ltd.
Otley shop applies for permission to install new cash point for the town

6 days ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

The owners of Otley Mini Market at 6, Kirkgate, Otley, have applied to Leeds City Council for permission to install a cash point (Image: PA) THE owners of Otley Mini Market at 6, Kirkgate, Otley, have applied to Leeds City Council for permission to install a cash point in a bid to provide a 24-hour banking facility for the local community and visitors to the area. The proposal is to install an automated teller machine (AMT) and associated signage in the Grade II listed building.
Clarke Foley Community Hub marks VE day with music, memories, and community spirit

6 days ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

VE 80th anniversary celebrations at the Clarke Foley Community Hub in Ilkley (Image: submitted) ILKLEY'S Clarke Foley Community Hub was alive with 1940s spirit on the afternoon of Thursday, May 8, as the charity’s two weekly lunch clubs came together for a special VE Day celebration. The event commemorated Victory in Europe Day with an afternoon of food, live music, dancing, and reflection - honouring a pivotal moment in history while bringing the Ilkley community together.
Yeadon playbus serving West and North Yorkshire shuts after nearly 26 years

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

The Kidzone playbus has reached its last stop (Image: submitted) A PLAYBUS based in Yeadon which has served West and North Yorkshire for over 25 years has reached its last stop. Generations of children have enjoyed parties, birthdays and special events on board the vehicle which was specially converted into a multi activity play bus.
Happy couple become first to wed in stunning Temple Newsam Picture Gallery

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

Charlotte and Matthew Harrison who married in Temple Newsam House’s stunning Picture Gallery (Image: submitted) When happy couple Charlotte and Matthew Harrison tied the knot in Temple Newsam House’s stunning Picture Gallery, it was a love story more than a century in the making. The historic ceremony saw the newlyweds become the first people to be married in the gallery’s beautiful surroundings in over 100 years.
Otley schools invited to join 'Walk to School Week' challenge

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

Children are being encouraged to walk to school during Walk to School Week (Image: submitted) CLIMATE action charity, Otley 2030 is supporting local primary schools to join in a national challenge promoting active travel from May 19th-23rd. Walk to School Week is an annual event organised by Living Streets - the UK charity for everyday walking. The event encourages children to walk, wheel, scoot, or cycle to school.
Find out how you can have your say on the future of Darwin Gardens

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

Author Jilly Cooper opening Darwin Gardens Millennium Green in 2000 (Image: submitted) ILKLEY residents are invited to given their views on the view from Darwin Gardens Millennium Green in the town. The Annual General Meeting of the Darwin Gardens Millennium Green Trust is being held on Monday, May 19th at 6pm in the Jack Lofthouse Annex at the Clarke Foley Community Hub. Members of the public are encouraged to come along and give their views on the use and enjoyment of the park.
Ilkley: Town centre celebrations mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

Ilkley Town Mayor Councillor Damian Kearns with the Mayor of Coutances (Image: submitted) ILKLEY came together on Thursday, May 8 to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Victory in Europe Day, known as VE Day, marked the unconditional surrender of the German armed forces on May 8 1945, ending nearly six years of fighting in the European theatre of war.
Ilkley brewery saved from closure by local investor

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

Ilkley Brewery has been saved from closure (Image: Xanthe Hutchinson) LOCAL businessman, Graham Smith has agreed an investment deal with Ilkley Brewery, which secures the future of the brewery and retention of all staff. The business, established in 2015, was at risk of closure following an "extremely challenging" 12 months. But following an administration process managed by Leonard Curtis, the deal will see brewing continue at Ilkley’s riverside site.
Wharfedale finance expert celebrates historic double success at industry awards

1 week ago | ilkleygazette.co.uk | Claire Lomax

Judith Ullock, Learning and Development Manager, is presented with the awards by Pippa Dale and Richard Worrell from London Stock Exchange Group (Image: submitted) A FINANCE expert from Burley-in-Wharfedale is celebrating double-success for her personal contribution to the industry at the prestigious City of London Wealth Management Awards 2025.