Ilkley Civic Society Recent Articles

Mary Mansfield Grave

Mary Mansfield: The devoted maid of the Breffit family An inscription on a headstone in Ilkley Cemetery reveals the story of a remarkable life of service,...

New Blue Plaque unveiled

The Ilkley Civic Society has unveiled a new blue plaque at Verbeia Grange, formerly Troutbeck, one of Ilkley's Hydros, later a hotel and nursing home. This...

Before and After at Ilkley Cemetery

Examples of the great work done by the The Friends of Ilkley Cemetery during August. They are volunteers and normally meet weekly for an hour or so most...