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• Four million and growing for Ilkley online learning provider

  Ilkley based learning provider, High Speed Training, has officially certified its 4 millionth learner, marking a significant milestone for the organisation.

• New website launches to unite LS29 voluntary organisations

  A new online directory and community calendar have launched to bring together information about the vibrant voluntary and community sector in the LS29 area.

• Celebrating community spirit at Ilkley Riverside Parks group

  The Friends of Ilkley Riverside Parks [FOIRP] are celebrating another highly successful year of improvements to Ilkley’s much-loved riverside green spaces, while inviting new volunteers to join them in caring for the parks in the year ahead.

• Your Media Group launches brand new local voucher platform

  Your Media Group has launched a brand new voucher platform, making it easier to discover local days out and experiences right on your doorstep.

• Utility firms set to be charged for peak-time roadworks

  A scheme is set to be introduced to charge utility companies and other organisations for carrying out roadworks on key roads during the busiest times of the day.

• Brutus Gold will return to Ilkley for One Night of Disco Magic

  After a sell-out debut last year, Brutus Gold’s Love Train is back, bringing one night of disco magic to The Kings Hall on 30th May.

• Mayor joins veterans club for Armed Forces Covenant signing

  The Mayor of Ilkley, Councillor Jane Gibson, attended the recent Ilkley Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club and witnessed the Armed Forces Covenant signing.

• Brand new local voucher platform set to launch next week

  A brand new voucher platform is set to make discovering local days out and experiences easier than ever when it launches next week.

• Supporters launch for Ilkley Pride 2026 programme

  Ilkley Pride & Diversity Group welcomed a large and enthusiastic gathering of local businesses, community organisations, and civic leaders on Thursday evening for its annual Supporters Launch Event, held at The Ticket Office in Ilkley.

• Three Ilkley lads to walk 120 miles for dementia charity

  Three football fans from Ilkley plan to walk 120 miles in honour of all those affected by dementia.

• Can you spare an hour for Marie Curie?

  Marie Curie is looking for volunteers in Ilkley for its Great Daffodil Appeal this Spring.

• Rain forces council to close grass sports pitches this weekend

  Bradford Council has today said its grass sports pitches will be closed this weekend due to the weather.

• Askwith road closures for water mains replacement work

  The next stage of a £7.2m Yorkshire Water project will involve the closure of various roads around Askwith village from next week.

• A Night of the Blues at Ilkley Playhouse this spring

  Ilkley Live is once again partnering with Ilkley Playhouse for A Night of the Blues on Saturday 8th May 2026.

• Music and Chat at King’s Hall, Ilkley!

  There's a great line up of music and chat coming to the King's Hall in Ilkley with the likes of John Lydon and Craig Revel Horwood.

• Create music with Boff from Chumbawamba

  Bradford Libraries have a handful of free spaces available for its 'Sing Your Song' workshops which start Thursday in Ilkley with Boff Whalley, formerly with group Chumbawamba, best known for their 90s hit 'Tubthumping'.

• Airedale NHS Foundation Trust encourage membership as plans for new hospital continue

  Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is encouraging people to join as a member, at a very important time as the trust's plans are well underway for the new hospital.

• Gather your team for the annual Rotary Club of Ilkley charity quiz night

  Teams are being sought for the annual Rotary Club of Ilkley Charity Business Quiz Night night which takes place on Thursday 26th February at Vitello Lounge in Ilkley.

• Ilkley Business Awards 2026 finalists announced!

  Ilkley Business Awards have today announced the shortlist of finalists for this year’s glamourous awards ceremony in March.

• Two days of beer, entertainment and community spirit

  Ilkley Beer Festival returns on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th February, bringing together outstanding live entertainment, a vibrant festival atmosphere and a strong commitment to giving back to the community.

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