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Things To Do Highlights

Blue circular plaque on a stone wall commemorating Ilkley Manor House, featuring white text detailing its 14th‑century origins and conversion into the

The Ilkley Blue Plaque Trail offers a relaxed, self‑guided walk through the historic centre of this…

Here at the bottom of Ivegate were the headquarters of Sir Thomas Fairfax.

This trail marks key locations of the Bradford Civil War Siege.

Holden Park

Holden Park (known locally as Oakworth Park) is absolutely unique, with grottoes and caves twining…

A shop front

Salt Pots specialises in pottery painting parties for all ages, gift commissions and hand and foot…

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The ancient woodland in South Bradford has stood for a millennium and spans 40 hectares.

Five Rise Locks

An 18th century engineering masterpiece, the Five Rise Locks are one of the 'seven wonders of the…

LNER Bradford Beryl Bikes in City Park.

Explore Bradford sustainably with LNER Bradford Beryl Bikes, connecting you to scenic cycle routes…

A sign for the theatre

The Studio is a small theatre adjacent to the Alhambra Theatre main house. 

On a sunny summer day in Haworth Central Park, there is a clear sky and lovely flowerbeds.

Experience the beauty of Haworth's Central Park, where you can explore the vibrant flower garden,…

Window of Mrs Duttons

In Ilkley, Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops is a place to make and meet, with an exciting menu of…

Impressions Gallery

Impressions Gallery is now closed to visitors as we prepare to leave our Centenary Square venue at…

Riverside Parks Bridge

A wonderful circular route from Ilkley through the surrounding woods and villages.

View of White Wells on Ilkley Moor

White Wells Spa Baths situated high on Ilkley Moor, take to the waters or drop in for a tea or…

Bingley Gallery Exterior

The Bingley Gallery is a welcoming, artist-run, venue which exhibits, and sells, a wide range of…

IMAX

Seeing an IMAX at the National Science and Media Museum is like no other experience, with the giant…

The Worth Way

A challenging walking route around the beautiful Worth Valley.

People sat in an audience

The King's Hall and Winter Gardens is a central venue in the town of Ilkley which comprises of a…

Fields & Farms North of Eldwick

An gentle walk through the beautiful countryside around Eldwick.

Lister park down by the boating pavilion.

Lister Park was crowned Britain's Best Park in 2006 and is also home to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery…

Countryside and fields

Penistone Hill Country Park is part of Haworth Hill and is located in Bronte Country.

A theatre building

The Victorian built St George's Hall is home to a wide range of entertainment bringing the cream of…

Eccleshill Railway Walk

A gentle walk through beautiful woodlands and fields, partially following the route of the old…

The iconic Cow and Calf Rocks on Ilkley Moor.

High on Ilkley Moor the Cow and Calf Rocks are a large rock formation consisting of an outcrop and…

Crazy Targets Archery

Crazy Targets is the perfect adventure all year round regardless of whether your with family,…

What's On Highlights

A poster advertising the show featuring musicians in 50s gear

Rave On - The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience returns to King's Hall, Ilkley. Jam-packed with more…

Openings

Season

27th October 2027
Little Listeners: Mini Magic Flute Poster

Enjoy Mini Magic Flute at Darley Street Market, a family‑friendly musical adventure inspired by…

Openings

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2nd August 2026
A poster advertising the show

The Ultimate Boy Band Party Show is a tribute show celebrating the music of the very best boy bands…

Openings

Season

2nd April 2027
A poster advertising the show, featuring a picture of journalist and author Damien Lewis

Step into the hidden world of the SAS with Damien Lewis - award-winning war reporter and…

Openings

Season

19th May 2027
A man posing

The Live Room welcomes Richard Shindell

Openings

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15th November 2026
Bradford Literature Festival event at the Wool Exchange.

Bradford Literature Festival is a ten-day celebration of books, ideas, and culture, featuring over…

Openings

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3rd July 2026-12th July 2026
A picture of musician Bruce Watson

Join us at King's Hall, Ilkley as Big Country founder and guitarist, Bruce Watson hits the road to…

Openings

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27th April 2027
A picture of a group of walkers

Join walks leader Barbara Walker and Chris Grogan at the Potted Meat Stick in the centre of Baildon…

Openings

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21st June 2026
Saltaire Living Advent Calendar by Philip Lickley

Windows are lit up throughout December, creating a festive trail throughout Saltaire village.

Openings

Season

1st December 2026-1st January 2027
A picture of comedian Susan Calman

Susan Calman hasn’t been on tour in ten years, but now she’s back at St. George's Hall with a…

Openings

Season

14th October 2026
The Wind in the Willows

A beautiful new adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s much loved classic at Bingley Arts Centre

Openings

Season

26th October 2026
Metallic gold and silver textile artwork with geometric stitched patterns and a central triangular motif.

Join textile artist Sarah for a glitter‑filled workshop inspired by Gustav Klimt, creating…

Openings

Season

12th December 2026
A child playing a drum

Family fun at the National Science and Media Museum.

Openings

Saturdays Only

6th June 2026-18th July 2026
Bog Witch

Following a hugely critically acclaimed London run, legendary performance artist Bryony Kimmings…

Openings

Season

9th September 2026
Colorful resin block letters arranged on a flat surface, each with unique marbled patterns in bright hues, displayed in a landscape format.

Introductory Jesmonite workshop at The Classroom, Haworth, exploring creative casting and colouring…

Openings

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27th June 2026
Hand‑printed tote bag featuring a repeating block‑print design created during the workshop.

Come and join a half‑day workshop that gives you the tools and techniques to create beautiful…

Openings

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30th August 2026
A picture of musician Nigel Kennedy

Virtuoso violinist Nigel Kennedy returns to St. George's Hall as part of his first - and biggest -…

Openings

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8th October 2026
An illustration of a young woman and a scarecrow

In this beautiful story at Bingley Arts Centre Farmer Geenie guides scarecrow step by step as he…

Openings

Season

10th October 2026
Blacksmiths at work in the forge

Take this chance to step back in time and observe a traditional craftsman at work as we open Dobson…

Openings

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16th September 2026

Season

17th September 2026
A woodland log pile

Jeff Davitt will outline the principles of rewilding as they apply to Yorkshire, illustrating what…

Openings

Season

26th June 2026
A poster advertising the show

The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle to Bradford Alhambra in search of…

Openings

Season

16th July 2026-18th July 2026
Stagefright Comedy Club

Join us at the Stagefright Comedy Club for a night of laughter at Ilkley Playhouse.

Openings

Season

4th July 2026
A picture of Elvis tribute artist Lee Memphis King

There are Elvis tributes..... and then there’s Lee Memphis King. In this show at St. George's Hall…

Openings

Season

2nd October 2026
The Armed Forces Day logo

Bradford residents are warmly invited to come together at Norfolk Gardens in the city centre and…

Openings

Season

27th June 2026

Accommodation Highlights

A sign post in the countryside

Leeming Wells offers fabulous accommodation in an amazing setting in Oxenhope, near Haworth, it…

A hotel exterior

Standing proud in the centre of Ilkley, The Crescent Inn is a majestic arc holding a real ale pub…

Stay & Explore

A lovely site with magnificent views, clean flat field, 25 minutes walk from village. Dogs welcome.

Best Western Guide Post Hotel Exterior

Offering Free High speed Wi-Fi Internet Access and Free Car Parking facilities, The Best Western…

A cabin

Clarion Lodge Campsite is a small family run campsite on Otley Chevin with spectacular views over…

A hotel building

Cedar Court is an ideally located hotel with good facilities from leisure club to…

Stay & Explore

Ponden Mill is an historic riverside Cotton Mill, which is now open for Camping and Caravans along…

Stay & Explore

Beautifully furnished olde worlde two bedroomed cottage, wood burning stove, garden and parking…

A kitchen

A mid-terrace Victorian cottage in Haworth and close The Dales. Perfect for families and couples…

Faweather Grange

Luxury log houses specialising in romantic breaks for 2. Private outdoor hot tubs, jacuzzis,…

A double bed

The 2* AA rated Dalesgate Hotel is located in the village of Utley 2 miles north of Keighley, the…

Wheatley Arms Exterior

Standing in the leafy village of Ben Rhydding, the Wheatley Arms offers fantastic contemporary…

A bedroom

Set in the beautiful village of Haworth this chic city style apartment is a perfect retreat from…

Hawksbridge Cottage Exterior

1830s semi detached cottage with breath taking views of surrounding countryside, near to moors,…

Daisy Cottage Exterior

The Cottage is a recent barn conversion situated in the tiny hamlet of Buckley Green. In an…

Hollies Cottage Lounge

Hollies Cottage is a ground floor detatched cottage, set in beautiful countryside with private…

Holiday Inn Express Exterior

The Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre is located within the Leisure Exchange - a restaurant…

A wedding venue

Elegant hotel in its own mature grounds, overlooking the town and surrounding moorland.

Premier Inn Bradford Central Exterior

A newly built Premier Inn hotel with 118 bedrooms and a Thyme branded on site restaurant open for…

Stay & Explore

Large farm house set in green belt with all ensuite rooms. Great views down the Aire Valley. Ideal…

Stay & Explore

A beautiful 200 year old detached stone built Holiday barn set within a 5 acre smallholding located…

Bradford Digs Bedroom

Wonderful houses to rent less than 2 miles from the city centre.

Wooden lodges

Set on breathtaking and beautiful moorland, steeped in history dating back to the Iron Age.…

The Black Hat Exterior

Centrally located, our 7 boutique style rooms have recently been converted as an addition to the…

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