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Ilkley Manor House is an important, historic Grade I listed building that stands on the remains of a Roman fort. The House, which dates back to c. 1390, is open every weekend and is free to enter.

Not only is it one of the region’s oldest domestic buildings, Ilkley Manor House is also a museum, an art gallery, an exhibition space and a live venue, all run by the Ilkley Manor House Trust.

Visit the heritage display to discover Ilkley’s intriguing past, have a sensory stroll through the replica medieval herb garden, take in some art in the Solar Gallery (a permanent space showcasing new work by various artists), or simply relax in the tranquil setting of the Courtyard.

Whilst visiting, why not pick up a copy of Ilkley Manor House's busy programme of cultural events and activities, which includes pop-up art installations, exhibitions, theatrical performances, musical treats, craft fairs and more.  
         
Ilkley Manor House is a short walk from Ilkley rail and bus stations and from town centre car parks. The ground floor of the building has no steps and is wheelchair accessible, whilst the first floor can only be accessed by stairs. The Ilkley Manor House Trust is working towards making the House fully-accessible for all visitors.

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Events

Saturday, 2nd March 2024 - Sunday, 17th November 2024

An old black and white photograph of Ilkley Manor HouseExhibition: The Old CastleLearn more about the history of Ilkley Manor House.
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Saturday, 14th September 2024 - Sunday, 17th November 2024

The Solar Gallery logoSolar Gallery: A Sense Of . . .The Solar Gallery artists return on 14 September 2024 with their new theme: A Sense Of…
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Saturday, 2nd November 2024 - Sunday, 10th November 2024

Printmakers Circle's ImpressedPrintmakers Circle's Impressed‘Impressed’ celebrates over ten years of the Printmakers Circle, a group of professional artists who specialise in printmaking and live & work in North Yorkshire. To mark a decade of collaborating & exhibiting together, they will be launching their brand new book of the same name.
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Friday, 8th November 2024 - Friday, 8th November 2024

Sam Dunn and Nina ClarkSam Dunn And Nina ClarkIlkley Manor House presents Sam Dunn and Nina Clark
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Saturday, 9th November 2024 - Saturday, 9th November 2024

Saturday, 14th December 2024 - Saturday, 14th December 2024

Children in Roman costumes by Laura MateFamily FunFamily fun days at Ilkley Manor House
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Thursday, 14th November 2024 - Thursday, 14th November 2024

A picture of some lavenderWellbeing WorkshopJoin the team from Ilkley Complimentary Therapies for an interactive workshop and take home a sample bag of products.
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Thursday, 14th November 2024 - Thursday, 14th November 2024

Thursday, 5th December 2024 - Thursday, 5th December 2024

Thursday, 12th December 2024 - Thursday, 12th December 2024

Winter Wreath WorkshopWinter Wreath DressingCreate Christmas wreaths at the Ilkley Manor House
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Friday, 15th November 2024 - Friday, 15th November 2024

A black and white photograph of photographer CH WoodCoffee Morning: C. H. Wood's Aerial PhotographsJoin Olivia Johnson, Photo Archive Assistant at Bradford Museums and Galleries, on 15 November to learn about Charles Harold Wood.
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Saturday, 23rd November 2024 - Sunday, 24th November 2024

A poster advertising the fair, showing Ilkley Manor HouseChristmas Makers’ Fair 2024We are delighted to announce that our Christmas Makers’ Fair is returning this year for one weekend on 23 and 24 November!
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Friday, 6th December 2024 - Friday, 6th December 2024

NeedlepointBringing In The Green – Introduction To NeedlepointCreate your own needlepoint design at Ilkley Manor House
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Saturday, 7th December 2024 - Saturday, 7th December 2024

A picture of people at a medieval festive table; some wearing masks and some holding instrumentsGreenmatthews' Midwinter RevelsFollowing on from A Christmas Carol: In Concert and A Brief History of Christmas, GreenMatthews present their new festive show.
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Saturday, 28th December 2024 - Saturday, 28th December 2024

An old black and white photograph of an old building in IlkleyBlue Plaques Lower Trail Christmas WalkJoin Helen Kidman on this Christmas walk, following the lower trail of Ilkley’s Blue Plaques. Meet outside the Old Grammar School on Skipton Road at 2:45pm on 28 December.
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access

Booking & Payment Details

  • Free Entry

Children

  • Children welcome

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking not allowed

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Ilkley station is 0.5 miles away.

Ilkley Manor House

Type:Heritage Centre

Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DT
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Tel01943 607 030

Opening Times

* Normal Opening Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 – 16:00 *

WINTER
The House will close for winter at 16:00 on Sunday, 17 December, reopening with the spring programme during February 2024.

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