Local news from Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
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Ilkley Town appoints new women’s manager
Ilkley Town AFC has appointed Rich Walker as its new Women’s First Team Manager.
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Hidden circus discovery set to arrive in Ilkley this summer
A long forgotten travelling circus is set to return to Yorkshire this summer, following an unusual discovery in a North Yorkshire barn.
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Ilkley History Hub: Walk to see the Spa Hydro
Explore Ilkley's health resort heritage on foot with this guided walk led by Ilkley Civic Society Local History Hub.
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Rail disruption warned on Sunday due to engineering work
Northern say planned engineering work on Sunday, 19 April, will impact services on the Wharfedale Line.
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Walking for Val: friends turn tragedy into action
A group of Ilkley friends are going on a three day 'Reiki Ramble' to help Val get the help she needs after being left paralysed below the neck.
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Police to hold bike-marking session in Ilkley on Saturday
Cyclists are being offered a chance to protect their bikes from thieves.
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Hundreds enjoy Easter fun at Nell Bank in Ilkley
During the Easter holidays, over 400 people enjoyed a visit to Nell Bank Outdoor Education Centre in Ilkley.



