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The next steps towards realising the vision of transforming Ilkley’s rail and bus station into one of the best Transport Hubs in the country have been announced. The Ilkley Rail & Bus Board, which comprises Friends of Ilkley Railway Station (FOIRS), Network Rail,...
The race is on to crown the UK's Favourite Local Business, and Ilkley is brimming with worthy contenders. With a £500 Ilkley Town Centre Gift Card up for grabs for the winning business and a £1000 gift card for a lucky voter, local businesses are eager to secure your...
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority's Digital Enterprise scheme is offering grants to help businesses invest in digital transformation. Funding for Digital Growth There are two types of grants are available: Standard Grants: Covering up to 50% of project...
Ilkley BID is proud to announce a successful collaboration with Fusion Chocolate. This project aimed to promote their business and showcase the vibrant offerings of Ilkley. As part of our ongoing commitment to championing local businesses and marketing Ilkley as a...
Ilkley BID is proud to announce that our very own BID manager, Sarah Brookfield-Almond, was featured in the Telegraph article highlighting Ilkley as a charming alternative to Harrogate. Published on July 29th, the article originally titled "Ilkley: The Overlooked Spa...
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...
The Ilkley Carnival window competition brought a host of benefits to the town and offered valuable marketing advantages for businesses that participated.
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 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.
The Ilkley Gift Card is one of the first local gift cards available to buy in the GiftRound store as part of a drive to encourage local shopping. Gifting local just got easier as the Ilkley Gift Card becomes a purchase option on group collecting platform GiftRound....
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...
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 -...
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...
On 25th January, Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID), launched its new Business Plan for 2024-2029; a strategy document outlining its vision for the town and its businesses over the next five years. The Plan, presented to an audience of around 50 business...
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...
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:...
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:...
Late night shopping and festive fun in Ilkley
The first 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, plus how to have your say on the BID’s renewal plans. Key points covered are: What...
"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...
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 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...
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...
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...