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Situated within the beautiful surroundings of the Wharfe Valley, Ilkley Manor House is one of Ilkley's oldest buildings. It is a museum, arts and heritage centre run by the Ilkley Manor House Trust.

Ilkley Manor House is a short walk from Ilkley railway and bus stations, and from town centre car parks.


The ground floor has no steps and is wheelchair accessible, while the first floor is only accessible by stairs.

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Events

Saturday, 6th May 2023 - Sunday, 25th June 2023

Life in Medieval IlkleyLife in Medieval IlkleyStep back in time and discover the fascinating lives of the inhabitants of Ilkley Manor House when it was first built.
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Saturday, 20th May 2023 - Sunday, 25th June 2023

Medieval EmbroideryMedieval EmbroideryA display of the artwork of Tanya Bentham, a world-renowned embroiderer at the Ilkley Manor House.
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Saturday, 20th May 2023 - Sunday, 25th June 2023

Family Fun at Ilkley Manor HouseMedieval Family FunEvery weekend in May and June explore the Medieval character trail in the Courtyard at Ilkley Manor House and dress up in amazing Medieval clothes.
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Thursday, 1st June 2023 - Thursday, 1st June 2023

Hartleys Auctioneers Valuation DayHartleys Auctioneers Valuation DayCome to Ilkley Manor House on Thursday, 1 June, where Charles Hartley and Ruth Parker will evaluate your antiques and collectibles.
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Friday, 9th June 2023 - Friday, 9th June 2023

Mark GregoryA Night at the Musicals with Mark GregoryA night of entertainment hosted by Mark Gregory, a local singer and entertainer, with local special guests at the Ilkley Manor House.
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Saturday, 8th July 2023 - Sunday, 9th July 2023

Maker's Fair 2023Summer Makers' FairThe Ilkley Manor House is holding its popular annual Summer Makers’ Fair in Castle Yard. A number of makers will be selling their lovely hand-crafted work.
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Saturday, 8th July 2023 - Sunday, 23rd July 2023

25 Summers25 SummersAn exhibition of original photographs taken at the famous Yorkshire Ballet Seminars, which took place in Ilkley every year between 1973 and 1998. 
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Saturday, 8th July 2023 - Sunday, 27th August 2023

Ilkley Manor House ExteriorThe First Middelton Land Sales 1867A new exhibition looking at the background to the land sales in Middleton at the Ilkley Manor House.
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Friday, 14th July 2023 - Friday, 14th July 2023

Samuel Moore, Flamenco LandscapesSamuel Moore, Flamenco LandscapesWe are delighted to announce that the distinguished flamenco guitarist Samuel Moore will return to the Manor House in 2023 to present three concerts spread out throughout the year.
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Saturday, 15th July 2023 - Saturday, 15th July 2023

Ilkley Manor House ExteriorForest BathingExplore the ancient practice of Shinrin-yoku in this talk at the Ilkley Manor House.
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Saturday, 15th July 2023 - Saturday, 15th July 2023

Moornotes ChoirMoornotes ChoirThe Ilkley Manor House welcomes Ilkley’s own community choir, Moornotes.
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Friday, 28th July 2023 - Friday, 28th July 2023

Herbal Tea TastingHerbal Tea TastingA relaxing morning tasting Kitchen herbs and herbal tea hosted by Julia Richards at the Ilkley Manor House.
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Friday, 28th July 2023 - Friday, 28th July 2023

Ilkley Manor House ExteriorThe Lost Chronicles of YorkA discussion of re-interpretations of events from Yorkshire’s forgotten history at the Ilkley Manor House.
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Sunday, 27th August 2023 - Monday, 28th August 2023

Bard in the YardBard in the YardOn August Bank Holiday weekend the Playhouse will be presenting not one but two half-hour Shakespeare plays in one programme at the Ilkley Manor House Courtyard.
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Friday, 8th September 2023 - Friday, 8th September 2023

Ilkley Manor House ExteriorThe Washboard ResonatorsThe Ilkley Manor House presents The Washboard Resonators.
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Friday, 13th October 2023 - Friday, 13th October 2023

Ilkley Manor House ExteriorRoots, Riot and Rebellion: Leeds Conservatoire FolkAn evening of outstanding musicianship at the Ilkley Manor House
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Friday, 10th November 2023 - Friday, 10th November 2023

Samuel Moore And Jamie Taylor, Flamenco & JazzSamuel Moore And Jamie Taylor, Flamenco & JazzWe are delighted to announce that the distinguished flamenco guitarist Samuel Moore will return to the Manor House in 2023 to present three concerts spread out throughout the year.
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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:Museum

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

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2022

Opening Times

* Saturdays and Sundays 11:00-16:00

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