Ilkley BID were the headline sponsor for of the 2023 Pride festival organised by Ilkley Pride & Diversity on Saturday 1st July. The lead up to the event as well as they actual day attracted many visitors to the town and was a great opportunity to promote the...
The BID conducted a market research survey in Ilkley town centre to identify and target potential new visitors for local businesses. The survey aimed to gather insights into visitors’ demographics, travel patterns, reasons for visiting, and spending habits. Key...
“Prior to the day, Ilkley BID had given each of the town criers a designated Ilkley business to ‘cry’ about, including Outside the Box, Lishman’s, Mortens, Jigsaw and The Art Shop to name but a few. These themed cries were to highlight the fact that the town has...
In response to levy payers’ concerns about the possibility of the town centre being quiet on Coronation day, Ilkley BID arranged for Coronation themed family friendly activities throughout the town to encourage visitors to Ilkley. Craft a Crown –...
Under Pillar 3 we are committed to developing maps/visitor guides and trails to enhance the visitor experience. In April 2023 Ilkley BID partnered with CPL Maps & Media LTD to create an updated map of the town centre. Visitors can pick the map up from the Ilkley...
Ilkley BID has partnered with the LoyalFree App to launch an exciting Easter Egg Hunt running from March 31st to April 16th. The free family-friendly trail is set to revolutionize the traditional Easter Egg Hunt with the use of augmented reality technology. It’s a...