In the 19th century Ilkley became a very popular spa town. Visitors flocked to White Wells Waters to bathe in the cold baths, legend to have healing properties. The natural spring water still flows, however visitors today prefer to drop a coin in the waters to wish for health, love & happiness.
Ilkley is highly regarded for its stylish architecture and award winning flowers. With tree lined streets, quality shops and award winning tea room “Bettys” a must for traditional afternoon tea. Ilkley also hosts a large number of excellent restaurants and a perfectly preserved Victorian arcade. As well as beautiful river and moorland walks.
Harewood House www.harewood.org
Bolton Abbey Estate www.boltonabbey.com
Ripley Castle www.ripleycastle.co.uk
Harrogate www.visitharrogate.co.uk
Leeds City Centre www.visitleeds.co.uk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLssuRT7ICg
Grassington www.grassington.uk.com
Ilkley www.ilkey.org
The Box Tree (Something very Special)
Piccolinos with roof terrace (A place to be seen)
Bon Apps (True Italian Style)
Pizza Express Ilkley
The Wheatly Ben Rhydding
Murgatroyds (Good old British Tradition Fish n Chips)
Kashmiri (Authentic stylish Indian Food)
Bettys (Award winning afternoon tea)
Ilkey is full of Cafes, Bars and Restuarants
Ikley Cinema Pre Booking is ADVISABLE