By working closely with our partners, Ilkley BID exists to support our local economy, improve facilities for the business community, boost visitor numbers and raise the overall profile and appeal of Ilkley as a great place to live, work and do business.
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New Network Launches to Transform Bradford into a ‘Carer-Inclusive’ District
A pioneering initiative for businesses in the Bradford district is designed to support the thousands of workers balancing jobs with unpaid caring responsibilities and is set to officially launch on Wednesday 21st January 2026. The Bradford Employer Carer Network...
Ilkley BID Named Finalist in National BID Awards 2026
We are thrilled to announce that Ilkley BID has been shortlisted as a Finalist in the prestigious National BID Awards 2026! These awards recognise excellence and best practice among Business Improvement Districts across the UK, highlighting the vital role BIDs play in...
Ilkley Businesses: How to Support the “Boys Need Bins” Campaign
Ilkley is fast earning a reputation as a truly inclusive community, and a vital initiative is currently highlighting this commitment: the "Boys Need Bins" campaign. This important campaign, driven by Prostate Cancer UK, seeks to normalise and improve public health and...
Get Ready for Ilkley’s Yorkshire Day Celebration Weekend
The BID team has been working hard to bring you an incredible Yorkshire Day Celebration Weekend from 1st - 3rd August 2025. The festivities kick off on Friday 1st August, with a grand procession on the Grove featuring dignitaries from across Yorkshire. Get ready for...
Ilkley BID Projects & Campaigns
Iconic Ilkley
Yorkshire Day 2025
Dog Friendly Campaign
Professional Services Month – Ask the Expert’ Podcast Series
The Lexus Ilkley Open Networking Brunch
2025 Ilkley Carnival Sponsorship & Shop Window Competition
Health & Wellbeing Month – May 2025
Brook Street Fountain
Food and Drink Fortnight 2025
Trader of the Week – Raymond Town Menswear
2024 Late Night Christmas Shopping Event
Trader of the Week – Weaverbird Workshop
Ilkley BID proud sponsor of the 2024 Ilkley Literature Festival
The Ilkley Gift Card
