Keeping Track: Image of Ilkley Railway.

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An exhibition to mark 160 years of railway history in Ilkley and its impact on the town, curated by Friends of Ilkley Rail Station.

This exhibition traces the fascinating history of the line from the 1860s to the present day. Through a rich collection of images and stories, visitors can explore the evolution of the station and learn about some of the people who have worked on the local railway over the decades. There will be a talk accompanying this exhibition on 21 August. Click here for more information.

Highlights include:

  • Original architectural plans for the 1880s viaduct that carried the Skipton Line over western Ilkley
  • A piece of decorative ironwork salvaged from the former Brook Street bridge
  • Rare photographs and memorabilia from across the station’s history

The Friends of Ilkley Rail Station would like to thank all contributors to the exhibition, especially F.W. ‘Bill’ Smith, Mike Dixon, Sally Gunton, Jason Newman, and Aimee Maxwell-Stewart.


This exhibition runs on weekends from 1 to 25 August. The first day is Yorkshire Day and the final day is Bank Holiday Monday, as the House will be open especially for these two events.

Accessibility Information
This event will take place in the Western Gallery, accessible from the ground floor via a staircase of 18 steps. Please note that there is no lift to the upstairs area.

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Exhibition: Keeping Track

Type:Exhibition

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

Opening Times

Season (9 Aug 2025 - 25 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday - Sunday11:00 - 16:00
Bank Holiday11:00 - 16:00

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