Community Noticeboard

There's always lots going on in and around Ilkley, and we will put up notices and posters of local events on this page. We regularly update this page so please come back to check for new events. All events are listed in date order.

We also send out a weekly news bulletin with useful information about what's going on at All Saints as well as church family news. If you'd like to sign up for this, then you can do so here.

Friday July 4th 2025 - Ilkley Cycle Races

The countdown has begun for one of the most exciting evenings in Ilkley's calendar – the Ilkley Cycle Races. This event attracts hundreds of cyclists and thousands of spectators from across Yorkshire and beyond. The event, which winds through the heart of Ilkley's town centre, has become a hallmark of community celebration, athleticism, and Yorkshire grit. More details on the programme are available at https://ilkleycycleraces.co.uk/.

Chris Hack is co-ordinating the army of local volunteers required to put on this event. "This event simply can't happen without the help of our volunteers. From set-up throughout the afternoon to helping clear the barriers at the end of the night, the dedication of our volunteers is what keeps the Ilkley Cycle Races safe, exciting, and running like clockwork."

There are dozens of ways to get involved – no cycling or volunteer experience required. Shifts are available throughout the day and evening, and volunteers are free to sign up for as much or as little time as they can spare. More information about the volunteer roles is available at https://www.ilkleychat.co.uk/post/support-ilkley-cycle-races-as-a-volunteer. To sign up as a volunteer, please visit https://volunteersignup.org/8JMBY. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Chris at organiser@ilkleycycleraces.co.uk.

Saturday July 5th 2025 - Fairtrade Yorkshire Conference

All welcome to join us, 12noon to 3pm at Christchurch on The Grove. Free tea, coffee and biscuits and a chance to browse an extensive stall of Fairtrade goods; hear from Matt Oliver (who runs True Origin, the Fairtrade rice that Hilary sells, amongst other things); presentations from two Fairtrade schools; hear Sharon Clay from Fairtrade Hull speak about their year of events; and a chance to chat with other Fairtrade supporters.

Free entry but please book your place here or search 'Fairtrade Yorkshire Conference' on Eventbrite.

Saturday July 5th 2025 - Sing for Matugga!

Saturday July 5th 2025 - An Atlantic Rhapsody

Saturday July 12th 2025 - Faure Requiem and other choral favourites

Saturday July 12th - Of Joys and Pleasing Pains

In the Italian and English Madrigals of the 16th and 17th Century, pleasure is often shortly followed by pain, but pain itself is often strangely pleasurable. Vivify explore this potent mixture, which inspired some of the age's finest music, notably from Italy's Claudio Monteverdi and England's John Wilbye. Join us as we journey from joys to pleasing pains and back again! Tickets: £10 or 4 for £32 available here (or search 'Of Joys and Pleasing Pains at https://www.trybooking.com/uk/book/search).

Saturday July 12th and Sunday July 13th - A Bell Extravaganza

St James' Silsden are organising 'A Bell Extravaganza' as part of Bradford City of Culture. All day events on Saturday July 12th and Sunday July 13th, with a handbell concert on the Saturday evening at 7pm by the Bingley Handbell Ringers.

Sunday July 20th - Ilkley Chamber Orchestra

Now to Sunday July 27th 2025 - 'The Great Flood' exhibition

Friday August 1st to Sunday August 3rd 2025 - Yorkshire Day Celebration Weekend

A whole weekend of events has been planned to celebrate Yorkshire Day in Ilkley this year, from a Yorkshire Day procession to a Yorkshire Beer Festival to music and entertainment on The Grove and much, much more! See the full schedule at https://discoverilkley.co.uk/event/yorkshire-day-celebrations-on-the-grove/.

Wednesday August 6th to Sunday August 10th 2025 - X:Site Summer Camp

Every Wednesday, term-time only - Ilkley Beginner Ukulele Course

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS WELCOME!
🎵 Always wanted to play the ukulele but never taken the plunge? Time to change that! Introducing a 10-week Beginner Ukulele Course starting now. Local music tutor Ben Siddall with over 20 years of experience, has designed this course specifically for complete beginners who want to learn in a friendly, supportive group setting.
✅ What you'll master in just 10 weeks: Essential first chords; Fun strumming patterns; Simple fingerpicking techniques; Reading chord diagrams; Playing popular songs across various genres; Developing rhythm and timing; The joy of making music with others!

Every Thursday - Thursday Friendship Group

Every Thursday - Mayfield View Senior Gents Club

Join us every Thursday, 10.30am to 12.15pm for a morning of social activities, including card games, camaraderie and good old-fashioned banter. This is also a chance to meet like-minded people, and chat over a drink and snacks. Come along, relax and enjoy the company of fellow gents. For more information, please contact Paula Thompson at paula.thompson2@careuk.com.