Ilkley, Civil parish and town in West Yorkshire, England
Description
Ilkley is a town in West Yorkshire that extends along the River Wharfe and is surrounded by hills. Victorian buildings near the shopping district create the distinctive character of the town center.
History
The town has Roman origins as the site of the fort Olicana, established in 79 AD. Archaeological finds such as altars demonstrate its importance during the Roman occupation of Britain.
Culture
The Ilkley Literature Festival draws writers and readers each October as the largest literary event in Northern England. This gathering shapes the town's cultural identity and makes it a meeting point for book enthusiasts across the region.
Practical
The town is accessible by two railway stations with regular services to Leeds and Bradford on the Wharfedale Line. The hilly terrain should be considered when exploring on foot.
Did you know?
The Cow and Calf rock formations on Ilkley Moor contain over 250 prehistoric carved stones. These ancient carvings reveal patterns from settlements that existed long before the town's later development.
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Swastika Stone
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Rombalds Moor
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Ilkley Toy Museum
128 m
Ilkley Roman Fort
261 m
White Wells
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Ilkley Manor House
303 m
Ilkley Lido
846 m
Ilkley Town Hall
116 m
Ilkley Playhouse
235 m
Parish Church of All Saints
210 mAbbott's Hike
328 m
Church of St Helen
3 km
Christchurch
189 m4-6, Church Street
234 m
Church of St Margaret
508 m
19 and 21, Church Street
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268 m
Northern Chapel At Ilkley Cemetry
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18, Church Street
275 m
14, Church Street
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12, Church Street
256 m
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