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Family Fun at Ilkley Manor House – August Highlights

Celebrate summer with creative activities for children, each themed around Ilkley’s Past:

  • 01–03 August: Yorkshire Day Weekend — make a tissue paper Yorkshire Rose, enjoy courtyard games, and explore exhibitions celebrating Ilkley’s heritage.

  • 09 August: Inspired by Ilkley’s railway history, kids can craft their own trains using recycled materials

Crafts and self-led activities are also available every weekend from 11:00–16:00.

Image (c) Laura Mate

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Family Fun

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Ilkley Manor House, Castle Yard, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9DT

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Opening Times

Season (1 Aug 2025 - 3 Aug 2025)
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Friday - Sunday14:00 - 15:30
Season (9 Aug 2025)
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Saturday14:00 - 15:30

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Ilkley Manor House ExteriorIlkley Manor House, IlkleySituated within the beautiful surroundings of the Wharfe Valley, one of Ilkley's oldest buildings, the Ilkley Manor House, has been converted into an attractive museum, arts and heritage centre run by the Ilkley Manor House Trust.

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