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Behind the Hoardings
FollowingYorkshire Waters presentation at the Society's March meeting, it has been announced that work has begun on a nature-based wetland in Ilkley, marking the next step of a £60 million investment to improve water treatment and the water quality of the river Wharfe. Read more here.
60th Anniversary celebration
We will celebrate our 60th Anniversary at the Canker Well garden. We are re-planting the bath from Ben Rhydding Hydro and making a heritage notice board for the small park. The celebration will be on Thursday 18 June at 2pm, followed by refreshments in The Arcade at Outside the Box. We look forward to seeing you there.
Welcome
The Ilkley Civic Society aims to conserve, protect, develop and improve features of historic or public interest in Ilkley.
We promote high standards of planning and architecture and
Raise awareness of the geography, history, natural history and architecture of Ilkley.
We also work with local schools and welcome people sharing information and memories about Ilkley.
Come along to one of our public meetings or guided heritage walks or talks and find out more.
Everyone welcome.
Why not become a member?
See our latest planning comments on The Grove, BT Monolith, and Cow and Calf Cafe here
Next Highlights: Find our full programme here
Saturday May 30 - 2pm: Walk to Wells House to unveil new Blue Plaque
Thursday June 18 - 2pm: 60th Anniversary Meetings at Canker Well Garden
Saturday July 25 - 2pm: Walk to to the Eastern Hydros, including Craiglands