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....
Parking
January 2024
Total Footfall: 422,230 | 27 Vacant Units | Total giftcards purchased: 22 | Value: £1,020
Ilkley Business Awards 2024
The Ilkley Business Awards are a highlight of the year, recognising the incredible contributions of local businesses. This year, the Ilkley BID and The Ilkley Business Forum were proud to join forces as headline sponsors, demonstrating their commitment to supporting...
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
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 -...
Christmas Lights
While Ilkley Town Council decorates the main streets with festive cheer, Ilkley BID goes the extra mile to ensure a sparkling Christmas for the whole town. At the beginning of the first term it was recognised that some areas, despite being important to the overall...
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...
December 2023
Total Footfall: 401,624 | 24 Vacant Units | Total giftcards purchased: 177 | Value: £6,329
Ilkley Watch – Shop Safe App
The Ilkley Business Improvement District (BID) has implemented the ShopSafe app to combat retail crime and anti-social behaviour in the town. This initiative, launched in response to a rise in such incidents, has proven to be a valuable tool for local businesses....
Businesses come together for the official Ilkley BID Second Term Business Plan launch
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...
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...
Siddons & Co Financial Planning
We provide goals-based financial planning to help our clients plan for an enjoyable retirement. Too many people have no clear idea about how much money they will need to retire with so we help them work out their retirement goals, creating an action plan to understand...
November 2023
Total Footfall: 419,600 | 23 Vacant Units | Total giftcards purchased: 24 | Value: £1,195
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
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:...
Christmas 2023 – Late Night Opening
Late night shopping and festive fun in Ilkley
September 2023
Total Footfall: 409,421 | 22 Vacant Units | Total gift cards purchased: 27 | Value: £970
Be Our Guest
Under our commitment to Marketing the Town and Supporting Businesses, the "BE OUR GUEST" campaign is inviting members of the public to review an Ilkley business. Each month, a winner will be picked at random and given £50 to spend in an Ilkley business in return for...
October 2023
Total Footfall: 423,450 | 23 Vacant Units | Total gift cards purchased: 15 | Value: £260
Discover Ilkley Lamppost Banners
Lamp post banner flags were installed throughout The Grove and Brook Street throughout the summer months of 2021, 2022 & 2023. New flags were purchased in addition to the flags used in 2021 to promote the Ilkley Gift Card. Ilkley BID arranged for the flags to be...
Info Sheet 1 – Plans for renewal of the Ilkley Business Improvement District
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...
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...
2023 LoyalFree Halloween Trail
The Halloween Spooktacular Triva Trail runs from 13th - 31st October to encourage families to the town centre during the October half term period. Visitors are invited to follow the trail around Ilkley town centre for a chance to win a £25 Ilkley Gift Card. Featuring...
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...