Ilkley
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
Town and civil parish in West Yorkshire, England
Ilkley is a spa town and civil parish in the City of Bradford in West Yorkshire, in Northern England. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire, Ilkley civil parish includes the adjacent village of Ben Rhydding and is a ward within the City of Bradford. Approximately 12 miles (19 km) north of Bradford and 17 miles (27 km) north-west of Leeds, the town lies mainly on the south bank of the River Wharfe in Wharfedale, one of the Yorkshire Dales.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 24,954
- Coordinates
- 53.924, -1.823
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Ilkley
Ilkley is a small town in England, United Kingdom. With 24,954 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Expect adventure, sports and water sports to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Ilkley
Adventure in Ilkley
(1)The adventure shortlist for Ilkley: Climbing. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Ilkley. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Sports in Ilkley
(1)Sports in Ilkley covers Trail Running. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Ilkley.
Water Sports in Ilkley
(1)Ilkley records Swimming under water sports. Everything listed here comes from what Ilkley is actually tagged with. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Ilkley
Coast and water plans belong in June to September. For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
Getting there & around
Reaching Ilkley is easiest with a car once you are in England. Ilkley runs on Europe/London time.
Similar destinations
Places near Ilkley that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ilkley known for?
- In England, United Kingdom, Ilkley stands out for adventure, sports and water sports. That mix defines the typical visit to this 24,954-strong destination.
- What can you do in Ilkley?
- Options in Ilkley run to Climbing, Trail Running and Swimming — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Ilkley?
- Coast and water plans belong in June to September. For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
- Where is Ilkley located?
- You will find Ilkley in England, United Kingdom. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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