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New Ilkley BID Manager appointed

New Ilkley BID Manager appointed

Ilkley BID Chair Ian White and new BID Manager Sarah Brookfield-AlmondThe Ilkley BID board has welcomed the appointment of Sarah Brookfield-Almond as its new BID Manager. She takes over from Helen Rhodes, who is stepping down to focus on the business she runs with her...

2024 Ilkley Carnival – Headline Sponsor

2024 Ilkley Carnival – Headline Sponsor

Ilkley BID’s chair Ian White (right) joins primary beneficiary AWARE volunteer Rachel Miller (centre) Ilkley Carnival chair Andrew Stacey (left) and AWARE members George McKerchar Ilkley BID Maintains Support for Vibrant 2024 Ilkley Carnival The Ilkley Business...

Ilkley BID wins second five year term

Ilkley BID wins second five year term

Ilkley town centre businesses have voted in favour of a second five year term for Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID). The second term will run until 2029.

Ilkley BID helps town venues clamp down on crime

Ilkley BID helps town venues clamp down on crime

An anti-crime app scheme has been introduced by the Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID) to support the town’s retail and hospitality businesses. Ilkley Watch is a free, secure platform available as an app which allows retailers and hospitality venues to quickly...

Business Plan Q&A Drop In Session

Business Plan Q&A Drop In Session

All BID businesses are invited to attend the Business Plan Q&A Drop in Session. For those that have any questions or require further information, please come along to the BID meeting room in the Town Hall. When: Wednesday 6th March 2024 Time:  Between 4pm -...

Ilkley BID reports positive sales of its Ilkley Gift Card

Ilkley BID reports positive sales of its Ilkley Gift Card

An important milestone has been reached for the Ilkley Gift Card which was launched by the Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID) in May 2022 to encourage consumers to shop locally and lock in spend to the town. To date, the total value of gift card sales has...

Info Sheet 3 – Final project plans being drawn up

Info Sheet 3 – Final project plans being drawn up

The second information sheet has now been published and will be hand delivered to businesses over the next 2 weeks. As part of the proposed renewal of the Ilkley BID,this information sheet outlines the main project themes being considered for the town centre for the...

2024 – 2029 Ilkley BID Business Plan Launch

2024 – 2029 Ilkley BID Business Plan Launch

All BID businesses are invited to the launch of the 2024 - 2029 Ilkley BID Business Plan. The new plan will detail the priorities that have been identified by the 116 businesses who have completed the renewal survey. When: Thursday 25th January 2024 from 5.30pm Where:...

Info Sheet 2 – What the BID already does for you

Info Sheet 2 – What the BID already does for you

The second information sheet has now been published and will be hand delivered to businesses over the next 2 weeks. Read about the projects delivered by the BID in its first four years and the renewal process over the next couple of months. Key points covered are:...

Ilkley BID commences campaign for a second five year term

Ilkley BID commences campaign for a second five year term

"The Ilkley BID is starting a formal process of consultation with BID member businesses to find out what they see as priorities for the BID if it is voted in for a second term next spring. The consultation will last approximately four months. Ilkley BID was formed in...

AGM – 18th October 2023

AGM – 18th October 2023

The AGM takes place on 18th October 2023, 5.30pm - 7.30pm at The Clarke Foley Centre. As well as presenting the annual accounts, this year's AGM will include a review of milestones & achievements of Year 4. Refreshments will be available for those wishing to stay...

Ilkley BID Renewal Survey

Ilkley BID Renewal Survey

Ilkley BID is seeking the views of businesses regarding the renewal of the town centre Business Improvement District.  If supported, the renewal period will last for approximately six months during which time there will be ample opportunity for every business in the...

2023 Summer Safari Interactive Trail

2023 Summer Safari Interactive Trail

Ilkley BID have arranged for the Summer Safari trail in collaboration with the LoyalFree app. Running from August 11th to August 28th, this remarkable initiative aims to entice visitors to explore the vibrant town centre. Visitors will embark on an interactive journey...

Bradford and Ilkley will host Yorkshire Day in 2025

Bradford and Ilkley will host Yorkshire Day in 2025

We are excited to announce that Bradford and Ilkley will be hosting Yorkshire Day 2025 thanks to our collaboration with Bradford Council. This incredible opportunity will shine a regional and national spotlight on Ilkley, and we extend our gratitude to our colleagues...